“Nick let events control the way he though, rather than taking control of his thoughts and using them to influence events.”
I’ve done this many times.
Leave a putt short, smash the next one way past the hole. Hit a slice, overcompensate and pull the next drive. Then feel like I have no idea where that club is taking me the rest of the round. Allowing events to control my thoughts.
Vs.
Hitting a bad shot but understanding mistakes happen and my swing can produce excellent results if I am confident. Carry that with me, focus in on my routine, and get back to playing quality golf. Allowing my thoughts to influence events.