Horse Wise

In this fun, 10-min excerpt, I talk with Dr. Tracey Sulak of Baylor University—an expert in how kids learn—about what adult riders can take from a more juvenile approach. 🤸‍♀️This was originally recorded in September 2025 as a private session for my Ride Like a Kid Again 4-week challenge.We get into:Why kids often learn riding more easilyHow adults get stuck overthinkingHow your adult brain can actually help you get your feel backIf riding used to feel easier… this will click.Want help applying this to your own horse?That’s exactly what I teach inside Horse Wise® → https://horsewisecoach.comI’ll be running another Ride Like a Kid Again challenge later in 2026. If you want to be on the waitlist, email me at : [email protected]

Just for fun, I’m bringing back one of the most useful conversations from the podcast.In this episode from 2022, I talk with Dr. Stephen Peters, neuroscientist and co-author of Evidence-Based Horsemanship (with Martin Black).Dr. Peters has studied the equine brain extensively, and what stands out is this:good horsemanship already lines up with how a horse’s brain works.We keep this practical—how horses learn, what helps them stay calmer, and why simpler, clearer communication tends to work better than doing more.If you tend to overthink things with your horse, this will help you step back and see what actually matters.How the horse’s brain differs from oursWhy timing and clarity matter more than techniqueWhat helps horses stay relaxed and able to learnWhy good horsemanship often looks simple (but isn’t random)Dr. Peters’ work:https://horsebrainscience.infoFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanshipLearn more about my work with Horse Wise® -- I help adult amateur riders stop overthinking, relax, and ride like a kid again.:https://horsewisecoach.com

A long time ago, before Horse Wise, before LOPE, and before I ever taught horsemanship, I said yes to teaching a class I had never taught before.It was a graphic design history class — and the students were smart, creative, and absolutely terrified of being “bad at school.”What I learned in that classroom changed the way I teach everything.In this episode, I share that story — and how it led me to stop teaching by explanation, correction, and “trying harder,” and start teaching through observation, imitation, and play.It turns out this is exactly how horses learn too.When we make learning visual, physical, and a little bit playful, fear drops away. Understanding sticks. And people — and horses — surprise themselves.This idea is at the heart of the free workshop I’m teaching next week:Impersonate Your HorseA live, online workshop where we explore how you and your horse mirror each other — and how seeing the world from your horse’s perspective can change the conversation fast.We’ll weave in equine biology, anatomy, and how horses actually experience movement and pressure — all in a light, accessible way.📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026🕖 7:00 PM Central💻 Live on Zoom🎁 $100 gift card drawing during the live session (must attend live)You can learn more and sign up here:👉 horsewisecoach.com/zoomIf riding has started to feel heavy or effortful, this is a simple, fun place to reset.

As the year winds down, it’s easy to feel like you should be doing more with your horse — even when the weather, daylight, and holiday chaos make that unrealistic.In this short episode, I’m sharing one simple way to end the year well with your horse — without rushing, drilling, or forcing yourself into a last-minute training push.I also talk about the LOPE Virtual Horse Show, a low-pressure, fun way to support LOPE and do something meaningful with your horse before the year ends.Registration is open through December 31 at 8 PM Central, and the best part is that videos aren’t due until January 17 — so you can sign up now and film later, when the weather and schedule feel easier.It’s a gentle, horsemanship-first way to close out the year — and a great way to support retired racehorses who are now teaching kids, adults, and communities through LOPE’s programs.Learn more or register here: lopetx.org/showSometimes ending the year well doesn’t mean doing more.It means choosing one good thing — and letting that be enough.For more information on my services, please go to horsewisecoach.com

Winter can make riders feel rushed, behind, or unsure what to do with their horse. In this short episode, I share why downtime isn’t wasted time — and how winter can actually deepen your connection. I also tell the story of the 2021 Texas snowpocalypse and what those frozen days revealed about calm, clarity, and soaking.Show Notes:This weekend’s episode is a quiet reflection on something many riders feel this time of year: the worry that winter will set them back. Short days, cold weather, muddy footing — it’s easy to feel behind or unsure how to use your horse time.In this episode, I share why downtime isn’t wasted time, for horses or humans. In good horsemanship, we talk about soaking — the quiet time after a session when the real learning takes place. Winter is the seasonal version of that. It slows things down and gives both you and your horse space to breathe and absorb.I also tell the story of the 2021 Texas snowpocalypse, when I spent twelve frozen days caring for three horses through the deep freeze. The roads were shut down and everyone was stalled — yet the horses stayed calm and handled their turnout with surprising ease. That experience taught me that winter doesn’t always set us back. Sometimes it shows us where our horses truly are — and where we are, too.You’ll hear:• why winter’s slower rhythm can help your horse• how “doing less” leads to deeper learning• why quiet time matters for riders• what those icy days revealed about calm and connectionAt the end, I share a small, personal Black Friday offer for riders who want a gentle reset this winter: the Stop Trying So Hard: Winter Reset — a simple, individualized way to make winter horse time feel calmer and less effortful.LINKS:• Join the Winter Reset ($97 — limited to 8 spots): https://horsewisecoach.com/reset

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, I share a colt starting story about a bit that went in…sideways — and how that small moment turned into a lasting lesson about steadiness and humor around horses.If you’ve ever felt pressure to get everything just right, or worried about how you look in front of others at the barn, this one’s for you.You’ll hear how a kind filly reminded me that horses don’t need us to be perfect — they just need us to stay calm, smile often and keep going.➕ Learn more about upcoming programs like Relax & Ride and coaching options at https://horsewisecoach.com

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, we explore one simple language tweak that can transform how you handle time pressure around your horse.If you ever feel rushed, behind, or overwhelmed trying to “do it all” at the barn — this one's for you.I share how swapping “but” for “and” in your internal dialogue can unlock creativity and reduce tension — both for you and your horse. You'll hear a real-life example from my own horse life, plus a surprising connection to Navy SEAL mindset.➕ Learn more about upcoming programs like Relax & Ride at https://horsewisecoach.com/🎵 Music: acoustic-western-rock-background via Pixabay

Episode 116: Rachael Mullins on how to balance your horsemanship and competition goals. A 2023 episode from the vault of the older Horse Wise Scholars private study group.At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 115: An interview with acclaimed author Natalie Keller Reinert about her work and the worlds she has created full of horses and the people who love them. Please check out her work at https://www.nataliekreinert.com/At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 114: I’m presenting at today’s online Art of the Horseman Fair — along with 50+ horsemanship experts. You can get a free ticket at https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/free-ticket =— but only if you can act by Feb 23, 2025. If you miss it, then please go here for more info: https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/video-lynn-reardon-ready-to-ride:-build-pre-ride-confidence-with-horse-yoga-&-ground-work-exercise-part-2-of-2At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 113: Amy Skinner discusses why the advice of “listening to your horse” isn’t always what you think it means. And how “listening” means REALLY understanding what the horse is saying. Please check out Amy’s terrific work at https://amyskinnerhorsemanship.com/ At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 112: What if….it all goes right? A fresh take on how to flip the overthinking script in the saddle.  At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 111: The action-awareness loop: why knowledge without motion gets you nowhere. And how that can help you start the new year on the right foot.  At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 110: A highlight reel of my favorite clips from an earlier interview (Episode 75) with Dr. Steve Peters, author of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 109: It can be easy to accidentally act creepy when we’re trying to be soft with our horses.  In this episode, I discuss the difference — and give some tips on spotting latent creepiness in our posture 🙃 At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 108: Hold your horses — my favorite books, videos and photography sites to relax, unwind and get into the holiday spirit. At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com

Episode 107: A Thanksgiving episode on common habits that might annoy or confuse your horse (like overthinking before a ride).  At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠ If you're sometimes confused on what to do first with your horse, check out my free video training (6-min) on how to start off on the right foot (literally) with your horse: https://horsewisecoach.com/rightfoot/

Episode 106: I share the somewhat embarrassing way that I learned that preparing for a ride was the MOST important part of the ride. At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 105: How one trainer’s compliment helped me embrace my inner horse nerd. At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 104: How a seemingly simple vintage motto from Ray Hunt actually has tons of science behind it.  At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 103: When faced with a wave of self-criticism, I have a simple, one word strategy. Don’t worry — I promise that it’s easy! At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠

Episode 102: My favorite horsemanship game. No horse needed — just two people and a single word.  At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Services, please visit my website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 101: Amy Skinner and I discuss how to deal with the idea of “both” in horsemanship. When good things and bad things are simultaneously present in the same person or situation. Check out Amy’s wonderful and important work at amyskinnerhorsemanship.com At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 100: The importance of learning like a kid — for both horse and rider.  At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way).  If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise® Services, please visit our website for more information: http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 99: The episode where I discuss controversy without actually talking about it (at least not in the way you might expect). 

Episode 98: A short podcast (with my raspy, head cold voice) on the importance of enjoying your horse and your rides together. In memory of Beth, a special person who inspired me from afar for many years.  At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on my coaching and general Horse Wise Services, please visit my website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 97: Fitness expert Tom Bisson discusses his coaching philosophy — and I immediately draw correlations within it to the horse world. A fun departure from my usual interviews, Tom is not a horse guy — but his work has many parallels to the art of horsemanship. Please check out Tom’s work at https://bodybybisson.co.uk/ At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on Horse Wise services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 96: Alicia Landman and Brooke Tatrow discuss common misconceptions in horsemanship. A fun interview full of insight and life/work balance advice! At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 95: To bend or not to bend? Amy Skinner and I discuss this question and try our hardest to be serious and mature. It goes about as well you would expect. Please check out Amy’s terrific online courses (I took two and highly recommend them): https://www.amyskinnerhorsemanship.com/shop At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 94: Horse Wise Habits —my first ever attempt at a 5-minute podcast episode on daily small habits to do with your horse. If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 93: Alicia Landman and Brooke Tatrow on how to mentally prepare for working with your horse. A great discussion that included enneagram tests, breathing techniques, finding the right people and the importance of presence.  At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 92: Leaping into insight on 2/29/24. I discuss why I associate the word “leap” with positive things. Like fun, exuberance, knowing reality, dancing and horsemanship.  At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 91: A great discussion with Alicia Landman and Brooke Tatrow on the topic of talking philosophy versus doing the work in horsemanship. Plus, Alicia shares related insights from her recent horseback trip in Patagonia. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way).  If you’d like more information, please visit my website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 90: Happy New Year interview with Amy Skinner (and McLovin). We discuss how to pick a fun theme for the year — as well as knowing when to double down or when to let go. Check out Amy’s clinics, online courses and lessons at https://amyskinnerhorsemanship.com/ At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 89: Christmas Eve interview with two of my favorite horsemanship teachers — Alicia Landman and Brooke Tatrow. We recorded this a week ago — and I decided it was perfect for Christmas Eve! Alicia and Brooke will be regular guests on the podcast (once a month) for 2024! Please check out their work at https://www.brooketatrow.com and https://www.facebook.com/p/Alicia-Byberg-Landman-Horsemanship-100051782625702/ At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ 

Episode 88: How older riders can become late bloomers — and why that can add both safety and fun to your equestrian lifestyle. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way).  If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 87: Halloween episode on the top three things that scare me at the barn (but don’t scare anyone else). At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/

Episode 86: It’s hard to buy your first horse — especially if you are an inexperienced adult. A mare named Junebug mentored me through the process — in surprising ways.  At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 85: What to do when ending on a good note goes wrong. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/  If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/ Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 84: How a few small changes made a big difference in my horsemanship. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or other Horse Wise Services, please visit our website:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/  If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/

Episode 83: Under pressure with your horse? Become the release for him, the open door that guides him to peace. And remember — it’s never too late to become what you might have been. At least that's what George Eliot said. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/  If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/ Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcast guests.

Episode 82: The difference between nice ladies and macho cowboys as horse owners. It's not as big as you might think. If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/ Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcast guests. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ 

Episode 81: The difference between gurus and guides in horsemanship education -- and why I have such a strong preference for the guide approach. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way).  If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ I f you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/ Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 80: Brent and Kris Graef on how to make the right thing obvious (for both young horses and people). For more information on their wonderful horsemanship work, please go to https://www.brentgraef.com/  This interview is part of the series "Teachers who teach the teachers" in my Horse Wise Scholars podcast study group. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 79: The difference between fixating on rewards versus pursuing knowledge (for you and your horse). At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit my website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/  And if you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  We study the topics raised in my podcast in greater detail (with private zooms with guests, lesson plans and more).

Episode 78: Amy Skinner and I discuss emotionalism in horsemanship. Or as I like to put it, the wrong kind of “feel” to offer your horse. Please check out Amy’s work on her website https://amyskinnerhorsemanship.com/ t Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 77: Christmas Eve horsemanship poetry by Brooke Tatrow (brooketatrow.com) and me. If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). Check out my services at https://horsewisecoach.com

Episode 76: Why "good loops" are so important in horsemanship and life. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 75: I interview Dr. Stephen Peters, author of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. Dr. Peters is a neuroscientist who specializes in brain functioning. He has studied the equine brain extensively. His book, co-written with horseman Martin Black, outlines good horsemanship practice actually tracks with how a horse’s brain operates. You can follow Dr. Peters and his work at https://horsebrainscience.info as well as on social media at https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanship If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at https://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Episode 74: In this third episode of the “F-word” series, I discuss the fear of looking bad while riding or working with your horse. And how that seemingly minor fear can sometimes grow into a very negative experience for the horse. At Horse Wise, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, straightforward way). If you’d like more information on mindset practices, audio coaching or general Horse Wise Services, please visit our website for more information:  http://horsewisecoach.com/ And if you’d like to keep up with our news and updates, please join our email list or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/ If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at http://horsewisecoach.com/scholars  Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.