Confidence with your horse isn’t built only in the show pen. Sometimes it’s built on one unforgettable ride that reminds you why you fell in love with horses in the first place. Ever have a ride that stops time? One of those holy, wild, goosebump moments where you remember exactly why you fell in love […]

Can horses sense your emotions? If you’ve ever noticed your horse acting differently when you’re stressed, science says there’s a good reason why. The other day, I rolled into the barn like a storm cloud rolling in over the plains. Dark. Stormy. Nobody could do anything right. Honestly, if you’d shown up with coffee and […]

Mental training for riders is not about adding one more huge thing to your already full schedule. It is about learning how to use the time, money, and training you are already investing more effectively. The real cost of skipping mental training for riders $50,000. Yep. That was the total one rider told me she […]

What this AQHA World Show Junior Reining run teaches riders We just wrapped up the 2024 AQHA World Show—woo hoo! What a time. The energy, the competition, the stories. And let me tell you, AQHA World Show Junior Reining gave us a perfect little masterclass in what actually wins under pressure. Every competitor at the […]

A five-point lead change penalty in reining can feel brutal. Especially when it keeps happening. My client came to me after repeatedly getting five-point penalties in her reining patterns that were, understandably, tanking her scores. She was scoring 65 after 65… instead of the 70s she knew she was capable of. Ouch. Reining isn’t cheap. […]

I can’t be the only one who thought adulthood would somehow come with more time to ride. Did anyone else think that becoming an adult meant you’d finally have all the time in the world? Yeah… Me too. Turns out adulthood is basically one giant juggling act. Between running a business, raising a family, taking […]

Would you trust your horse enough to ride without a bridle? More importantly—would your horse choose to stay with you if they didn’t have to? For many riders, liberty horsemanship can seem intimidating, mysterious, or even impossible. But at its core, liberty isn’t about tricks or performing without tack. It’s about creating a relationship built […]

Halfway through the year is a funny place to be. Maybe you’re exactly where you hoped you’d be. Maybe you’re ahead. Or maybe you’re looking back thinking… “I thought I’d be farther along by now.” If that’s you, I want you to know something before we go any further: You’re not behind. You’re simply at […]

Some lessons in riding are sweet and encouraging. These are not those lessons. These are the uncomfortable truths for riders that sting a little at first, but can change everything once you’re willing to hear them. Maybe it’s the full moon, but I’m feeling spicy! 🌕 This Is Your Problem Your lack of confidence is […]

If you’ve been wondering about things to do with your horse besides competing, you’re not alone. Whether you’re taking a break from showing or simply love riding without the pressure of competition, there are countless ways to build an incredible partnership with your horse. Today’s newsletter feels a little different. I know I just had […]