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 […]

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 […]

POV: You used to be a 5 am at the barn for 2 hours wearing cute outfits type cowgirl, and now you’re a ride at home 3-4 days a week with your horse for 45 minutes wearing Adam Sandler’s clothes AND seeing better results. 🫶 No – for reals. I literally used to wake up […]

Let’s start with a confession. A few years ago, my horse show mornings looked… less than ideal. I’d been staying up late trying to meet work deadlines. My kids had suddenly decided that bedtime was apparently optional. I had made the questionable decision to give up caffeine “for my health.” And somehow, despite all of […]

Finding out the 5 things my mentors did to become confident af riders changed the game for me. I’ve always been a little bull headed. But my saving grace is I am an amazing student. Ever since I was a little girl, when I want to learn something new, I am ready to study and […]

There are certain thoughts riders repeat so often that eventually they start sounding like facts. Maybe they show up after a rough ride, when you think about entering a show, or when you’re about to do something that pushes you outside your comfort zone. I’m not good enough. What if I mess this up? Maybe […]

Whether you’ve experienced it in the past, are going through it right now, or have watched a barn-mate struggle with it, almost every rider experiences a riding rut at some point. It doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve suddenly lost your abilities. It doesn’t mean your trainer hates you or a judge is out to get you. […]

You might not have a confidence problem because you’re incapable. You might have a confidence problem because part of you is uncomfortable admitting how capable you actually are. I see this with riders all the time. They downplay what they know, hesitate to make decisions without their trainer, brush off their accomplishments, or worry that […]