In episode 2, I sit down with Mike Lorenzo-Vera, a golfer known not just for his talent, but for his honesty about the realities of life on tour.

After nearly 20 years on the DP World Tour, multiple top-10 finishes, and a career spent battling at the highest level, Mike made the decision to step away from professional golf last year to focus on his mental health. For six months, he stepped back, reflected, and did the work to find a healthier balance in life. Now, he’s breaking his silence and gearing up for his much-anticipated return.

In this raw and open conversation, Mike shares:

⛳️ What led him to step away from the game—and what convinced him to return

🧠 How stepping back helped him rebuild his mindset and self-esteem

💬 The pressure, self-doubt, and financial realities that fans rarely see

🎭 His no-filter take on tour life, media scrutiny, and handling expectations

🤯 The most bizarre shot of his career—and how he learned to let go of frustration

In this episode: Mental health, self-doubt, the mental grind of professional golf, tour life, and staying true to yourself.

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