Episode 171: Positive and negative tension in riders

Help! "My horse "flinches" at everything. I mean everything – including me sniffing. Somedays are worse than others. My trainer has kindly talked to me about it being me. I try so hard to be relaxed and positive, but I will admit, I am a bit "on guard". Any tips for this situation!?!?!?!?!" I have certian situations where I feel this same way and I'm sharing the exact tool I use in this situation. I explain how it allows me to feel more in control and prepared, gauge my level of tension, and desensitize myself and my horse to startling noises.