EPISODE · Nov 21, 2025 · 20 MIN
Why it's OK to cry...and how it can actually *improve* your time with your horse if you do!
from The Horsemanship and Mindset Podcast · host Kimberly Dunn of Idyllwild Horsemanship and Mindset Coaching
In this week’s episode, we’re diving into something most riders try to hide… crying. Yep! The tears, the wobble, the “I’m fine” lie we’ve all said through clenched teeth.But here’s the truth: crying isn’t weakness. It’s regulation, release, and an essential part of rebuilding confidence with your horse.We unpack:Why crying is a biological tool for emotional processingHow suppressing tears keeps you stuck in fear, anxiety, and shameThe link between emotional release and a calmer, more connected nervous systemHow crying actually builds trust and communication with your horseWhy your tearful moments are not failures, they’re turning pointsWhether you’ve cried in the saddle, in the car on the way home from the yard, or while brushing your horse after a tough ride… this episode will help you understand why it happens and how to use it to grow.You’ll learn how tears:Reduce the emotional overwhelm you carry into the saddleStop the spiral of frustration, fear, and self-judgementSupport genuine confidence, the kind that comes from healing, not hidingCreate emotional safety for both you and your horseIf you want to build confidence, deepen your horse–human connection, and move through fear without shame, this episode is a must-listen! Grab your tissues and lets go!Wanna work together? email me at [email protected] or pop into my DMs on the socials, @thehorsemanshipandmindsetcoach.
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