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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 7 MIN

Episode 177: How to Stop Overthinking Before You Put Your Foot in the Stirrup

from Turn Riding Fear Around · host Elise Hittinger

Turn Riding Fear Around Podcast: Episode 177: How to Stop Overthinking Before You Put Your Foot in the Stirrup Is your "What If" monster screaming louder the closer you get to the mounting block? In just 5–10 minutes, you’ll get actionable tools to: ???? Play Games - Keeping the mind busy can really help???? The STOP Button - Create a non-negotiable to allow not getting on???? The Get On Cue - Give yourself permission to get on Make mounting the safe place for both you and your horse. Before you swing a leg over, give your nervous system a plan. Download the free Pre-Ride Checklist in the show notes.???? https://elisehittinger.com/landing/pre-ride Resources for Your Confidence Reset:Confidence Reset – https://elisehittinger.com/page/confidence-page – When overthinking isn’t working, this might.Book: Rise From Fear to Courage – https://amzn.to/4hESwxQ – A shortcut to saddle confidence.Blog – https://elisehittinger.com/blog – Relax and enjoy my ramblings on overcoming fear.Support Group – https://bit.ly/3ftvMA0 – Equestrian Courage Community for riders like you.???? Confidence doesn’t take forever. Start now. Stay Connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisehittingerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehittingerRumble: https://rumble.com/user/ehittingerYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elisehittinger5358LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisehittingerWebsite: https://elisehittinger.com Thank you for listening to the Turn Fear Around Podcast. Together, we can reset your anxiety, restore calm, and bring joy back to your relationship with your horse. ???? About the host:Elise has spent her life in the saddle, but her journey wasn't always easy. After a significant accident left her battling paralyzing fear and isolation, she realized that "just getting back on" wasn't enough. Today, Elise combines her lifelong equestrian experience with her expertise as a Hypnotherapist and Courage Coach. She specializes in helping women move past the "creeping fears" of age, accidents, or life changes, giving them the mental tools to ride with joy and lead with confidence. #HorseRidingAnxiety #EquestrianMindset #CourageCoach #PreRideRoutine #MindfulRider

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