Hi There,
Just about everything I wanted to say is already covered. I have also come out of this problem recently and could easily relate to what is happening. I still lose momentum, hit the ball fat, thin, slice occasionally etc. But no longer apprehensive about making these mistakes everytime I swing the club.

What made the difference. First, I try to play within my limitations. Whenever I got into trouble I realised that I was trying to imitate someone I was playing with or compete with him. Second, is a conscious attempt to focus on each stroke. Even if I have muffed a shot, the next shot starts with a clean memory.

I do consciously remember not to break the left wrist; although people may say it comes naturally if you grip correctly, I feel that in the initial stages you do need to make an effort. One of the best tips I received from this site is the position of the right hand, an exaggerated break for grip and maintaining that through the swing. That has helped me a lot.

I am sure that you will be able to pick these things very quickly. I was 49 yrs when I first took my golf club and I am now 51yrs and learnt that it is never too late to learn!

Best of luck and cheers