Over The Oxer

Welcome to a brand new episode for 2025 - A Boot Camp to get your riding mindset (and performance) shifted! First of all, we delve into the impact of your words on your equestrian pursuits.   On this episode, discover the profound influence of words - those spoken and in your head - on your perception of yourself as a rider.  I'll give you 4 easy ways to change the words to use to change how you t...

Join the conversation with Diana Burgess, a passionate coach and equestrian who has journeyed from Canada to the UK, mentored by renowned riders like Bruce Davidson and Lucinda Green along the way. Diana shares her unique beginnings, love for horses, and how her determination led her to compete at top-level events like Blenheim and Bramham, reaching the long list for the Canadian Olympic team. Dis...

Welcome to this special Christmas Eve episode, where we focus on becoming more connected with our equestrian dreams. Whether you're by the fireplace or braving the winter chill, join us for a guided visualisation journey. Find solitude and peace as we explore our goals and build renewed focus and confidence in the bustling holiday season. Envision yourself with your horse in your favourite setting...

I loved chatting with Seonaidh (pronounced 'Shona') Jamieson. She is not only a laugh-a-minute (cue no knickers segment!), but she also has some great advice for how to think differently (she combines equestrianism and pole dancing), how to work with neurodivergence and how she makes her ADHD work for her!   Seonaidh has always been fascinated by the things that stop us doing what we want to do. A...

I was thrilled to invite Sue Dyson onto my podcast. We chatted about how Sue evented and show-jumped to a high level and why studying veterinary science and researching lameness mean so much to her.   We talked about her work and her most recent documentary - 'Horses and the Science of Harmony' as well as her previous documentary - 'The 24 Behaviors of the Ridden Horse in Pain: Shifting the Paradi...

In this episode, we delve into the often daunting topic of failure, challenging its negative connotations, particularly in the realm of equestrian training. Drawing from NLP principles, we argue that there is no such thing as failure—only feedback and learning opportunities. Explore how neurochemicals like dopamine and adrenaline play pivotal roles in equestrian training, impacting motivation and...

Carrie Turner is a dressage rider and trainer and the owner of Divine Equestrian, a beautiful equestrian boutique with the personal touch. She has many strings to her bow, having been a dressage judge, engineer and eventer! Now, having been diagnosed with palindromic arthritis, she's concentrating on her horses and her business. Oh and her chickens, dogs, cats. *****Podcast special get 15% off at...

Are you aware of stress? In yourself or others? Stress has a lot of signs and symptoms, some more unusual than others. Chronic stress has become a habit of 21st-century living. How do you de-stress best for your personality type? Here I'll give you 2 quick and easy de-stressing techniques that you can do at your desk, at home or even at the yard/barn. Let's keep stress at bay!   Contact me  Info@t...

Ronnie King is an intuitive animal communicator and works with horse owners and their equines. She developed and honed her skills after her horse had physical problems, which expert vets, chiropractors and physios couldn't pinpoint. She believes that our horses have a genuine desire to work with us and help us in whatever way they can. Ronnie is also a trained equine massage therapist, and althoug...

Equestrians are constantly learning - whether it's about their horse, a new way of riding, their dressage test, show-jumping course or even for exams.    But did you know that learning is a 2-step process and most people don't do the second part? Find out how to boost your learning and get your brain onside!   Contact me  Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com   Let's be social! www.traceyco...

On this week's pod - Craig Benton   Craig is Managing Director at Equestrian R Infinity, a racing yard and retraining / schooling centre for retired racehorses, based in Epsom, Surrey. Craig has a vast experience of horses, having first sat on one of his father's racehorses at aged 2.  In his pre-teen years, he competed in show jumping. He rode his first amateur winner at 14 and over hurdles in So...

Another one of the Q&As where I answer your questions on the hoof! Thanks to everyone who sends me these great questions, definitely food for thought.   Contact me  Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com   Let's be social! www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com info@traceycolenlp.com   Free mental imagery / visualisations (no sign-up ...

Chantelle Jennison is a Master Practitioner of NLP, a Practitioner of Time Line and a Hypnotherapist. She is also a Reiki Practitioner, helping riders get more enjoyment from their horses by conquering fears and establishing a genuine bond with their equines. Today, however, Chantelle is welcomed back onto the podcast as 'The Sober Equestrian' (her Instagram handle). This frank and open chat is ab...

Habits or patterns in the brain are wonderful for automating our actions. Not so wonderful if you have a bad habit you want to crack. However, our brains can help us out - they are perfect at making, breaking and tweaking habits, whether they are physical (e.g., heavy hands), mental (le.g., lack of self-confidence) or emotional (e.g., anxiety).    On this episode I'm talking about 3 brain hacks to...

Robyn is Equestrian Director at Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College, and has extensive experience in both the corporate and vocational sides of the equestrian industry, having run large yards of up to 300 horses, and spent time working all over the world for organisations such as Weatherbeeta. Robyn’s main equine obsessions are equine welfare, sleep studies and social licensing within our...

Have you a current issue, problem or belief about you as a rider or about riding? Something that is bothering you?   Did you know that by changing the verb tense, you can make it seem more distant, more abstract and make it into a smaller issue in your mind? Did you know that all it takes is a very subtle change in your language?    It's something you can easily do all the time, and when done ever...

Lisa needs no introduction, to find out more about her extensive work in the equine field, see below.   Lisa Ashton MBA, PGCE, BA (Hons) ESI Diploma, BHS Stage 4 Senior Coach in Complete Horsemanship, Pony Club A’Test Lisa is the UK authority in the application of Equitation Science, communicating for over two decades the science of how horses learn, globally recognised by her intersectional appro...

On this episode, I give you a quick technique to give you a little boost, more motivation and a sense of not only can-do, but want-to-do.   Links If you're interested in NLP courses, here are the links: NLP online training starting 14th Oct https://traceycolenlp.com/product/equestrian-nlp-practitioner/ NLP face to face training 5-11th Oct https://traceycolenlp.com/residential-nlp-practitioner-trai...

Ross Cooper is someone I admire hugely and am delighted to have on the podcast. of Rosca Horsemanship is a horsemanship trainer, equine behavioural consultant, coach and soft-tissue therapist for both horse and rider. Ross embodies 'connection through communication' with a leading focus on whole-horse development, bridging the gap between behavioural science, interaction and intuition in modern-da...

Jane Brindley is a confidence and mindset coach who has been working with riders, at all levels, since 2004 when she set up her business Horse Riding with Confidence Scotland. She uses hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, NLP and performance coaching to help riders overcome anxiety, grow in self belief and fulfil their goals with a strong and resilient mindset.   On this episode, Jane shares her no.1 mind...

Another batch of quite challenging questions here - from making time to ride, to whether there's hope if you've always been an anxious rider.    What question would you ask? Thanks again to all the contributors, it's been fabulous to 'chat' with you more personally.   Info@traceycolenlp.com https://www.traceycolenlp.com        

Authenticity and being your authentic self don't simply support mental well-being, they are the foundational cornerstone of well-being. On this episode, I talk about the statue of David by Michaelangelo metaphor and how it could help you to be the true you, whether at the yard, with fellow equestrians or competing and why that is important to you in releasing yourself from limitations.    If you e...

Some more of your fascinating questions and my off-the-top-of-my-head-answers. Love these questions, because, they're not easy! Do keep 'em coming!   Hakalau episode for peripheral vision https://lnns.co/TfdE6SYRlhi   Anticipatory nerves episode https://lnns.co/zPcXB2DHnF8   Buy me a coffee (tea in my case!) Some kind people have suggested that my podcast is helping them with their riding and aske...

What do horseshoes, business coaching and scrap metal have to do with one another? Harriet Wallis, that's what!   Harriet (Harry) Wallis is a freelance marketing manager and business coach helping small business owners become more confident and consistent in their marketing. She is a mum and step-mum and also has another business upcycling used horseshoes and scrap metal with her farrier husband....

In this 100th episode, I asked you for your equestrian mindset questions and you didn't disappoint! I'm also revealing who has won a mindset session with me - eek exciting! Thank-you to everyone for listening downloading and supporting me, it means the world.    Contact me  Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com   Let's be social! www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www....