Easier Movement, Happier Life

Send Mary a message Everyone makes mistakes, right? But it's HOW you make mistakes that determine if those errors help you reach your goals or hold you back. In this episode, you'll learn how to harness your brain's ability to learn new skills.  You'll learn how to get better results. To effortlessly improve your movement. To become the horsewoman you'd like to be.  For th...

Send Mary a message Do you rely on muscle memory to mount your horse without thinking about all the steps involved?  Do you use muscle memory to post the trot or navigate a course?      In this episode, I explain why muscle memory is NOT helping you ride better. In fact, thinking about muscle memory can interfere with your ability to ride well. But don't worry! I explain what to do instead of...

Send Mary a message Would you like to be a more confident, competent horsewoman?  There's a good chance that you do! After all, feeling anxious is one of the most - if not THE most - common equestrian problem that I hear about. That's why in this episode, you'll learn 5 steps that'll help you become a more confident, skillful equestrian. You'll feel better - and so will yo...

Send Mary a message Are you doing stretches with your horse? Do you stretch yourself to stay limber? While it's a common practice, stretching may NOT be helping you, after all. In fact, studies have shown that stretching can actually weaken muscles. It can also exacerbate harmful movement habits, making you (or your horse) MORE likely to stiffen up. In this podcast episode, I explain why stre...

Send Mary a message If you're like most people, there's a thing or two you'd like to improve.  Maybe it's your posture or maybe it's the way your horse uses her back.  Whatever you'd like to improve, it's tempting and common to just try to CORRECT the situation. If you're slouching, well, then just straighten up!       If your horse's back is tight and...

Send Mary a message You want to improve your balance, flexibility and confidence, right? And you want your horse to be supple, sound and relaxed too. But you're already pressed for time! How can you pack more into your day? Well, my friend, I have you covered! Simply getting started by doing 10 - 15 minutes one or two days a week can begin to create the momentum of lasting improvement. And I...

Send Mary a message Do you get anxious when you ride? Or suddenly feel nervous about cantering?  Would you like to feel more confident and resourceful in your life? In this episode, I'll walk you through a simple brain hack that can help you feel more confident in any area of your life. It's helped a lot of equestrians feel more competent and joyful with their horses. It can help you too...

Send Mary a message Is your horse stiff to one side? Does your horse hollow her back or stand asymmetrically? Does he pin his ears when he tighten the girth? In this episode, you'll learn how to identify and help change your horse's unhealthy habits of posture, movement and behavior. You'll learn a gentle, effective way to enhance your horse's body awareness and help your horse...

Send Mary a message Did you know that you have about 60,000 – 70,000 thoughts a DAY? And around 95% of those thoughts are unconscious? That means that you’re telling yourself the same things over and over again. And since most of that self-talk is negative and unhelpful, you’re programming yourself to fail. Yikes! Using cutting-edge neuroscience, Mary will teach you how to stop that habitual think...

Send Mary a message Some habits are really useful. Other habits can be detrimental to ourselves and our horses. In this episode, you'll learn how your habits of movement and posture can contribute to stiffness, back pain, imbalances and even spinal damage!   You'll learn simple ways to break out of your habitual, unconscious routine  and develop greater self awareness. With improved awar...

Send Mary a message My mission is to help you and your horse have balanced, fluid movement, a relaxed mind and a joyful connection with each other. But how do you get there?  What if you could use everyday activities like leading, grooming and tacking up your horse to improve your horse's movement and well-being? Wouldn't that be great? It wouldn't take you extra time and you'd...

Send Mary a message Are you or your horse stiff, crooked or tense? Are you dealing with aging, injury, arthritis or anxiety? Do you want more flexibility, balance or confidence? In this introductory episode, learn how international Feldenkrais® teacher, NLP Practitioner and bestselling author Mary Debono will help you discover happier joints, freer movement and a clear path to your goals and dream...