The Horsemanship and Mindset Podcast

Ever noticed how your social media feed shows you more of what you’ve already interacted with? Your mind works the same way. In this episode, we explore: Why your brain keeps highlighting fear, mistakes, and worst-case scenarios What the Reticular Activating System (RAS) is — and how it shapes your riding experience How beliefs and past experiences quietly influence how you feel with your horse Wh...

In this episode, I'll be breaking down the difference between nerves and intuition, how each shows up in your body, how horses respond to your internal state, and how riders can learn to trust themselves again. You’ll learn practical self-awareness tools you can start using today! Lets go! Order the book:   The Equestrian’s Guide to Confidence & Connection -  https://amzn.eu/d/h7lrpQA   Join t...

In this New Year episode, I'll be guiding you through a powerful reflection process to help you take the good from 2025 and leave the rest behind. You’ll explore emotional patterns, confidence growth, and the shifts your horse helped you make. Perfect for riders wanting a fresh, grounded start to 2026. Order my new book:   The Equestrian’s Guide to Confidence & Connection -  https://amzn.eu/d/...

In this Boxing Day episode, I explore the power of gratitude, especially at this time of year, and how this simple practice can transform your confidence, mindset, and partnership with your horse.  We dive into the science of gratitude, how it regulates your nervous system, and how it helps strengthen connection with your horse. I also share three easy daily gratitude practices you can start right...

In this episode, we’re breaking the myth that you have to wait for January to feel confident with your horse. You can start building confidence, trust, and connection  today  — even in tiny ways. I’m sharing three simple and powerful practices you can use right now to calm your nervous system, shift your mindset, and deepen your partnership. We’ll also explore affordable tools you can dive into im...

It's official...my book...The Equestrian's Guide to Confidence and Connection is now LIVE and available around the world on amazon, either in paperback or as an e-book. To celebrate, I'm sharing why I wrote it, why it's important to me, and I'm sharing a little bit of it with you, wonky audio book style. It's linked below if you want to add it to your bookshelf or buy it for someone's stocking, I ...

In this episode, we dive into  the power of pausing in horse training... one of the most transformative, overlooked tools for building connection, clarity and confidence with your horse. Inside, we explore: why horses learn during the pause, not the cue how to use stillness to create softness the neuroscience of processing time in horse training mini-pauses vs full processing pauses how pausing he...

Why lunging to ‘take the edge off’ doesn’t work for horses... in this episode I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths in the horse world: that lunging a fresh, spooky or tense horse will magically calm them down.  We talk about: why lunging often  increases  tension how adrenaline affects your horse’s behaviour what to do instead to create connection, calm and confidence simple groundwork that ...

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 processing How suppressing tears...

In this episode, I unpack one of the most common worries I hear from riders ... “I feel like I’m wasting my horse’s potential.” If you’ve ever thought your horse deserves someone better, this is for you. We’ll explore: Why this belief shows up (and what it really means about your mindset). The truth about what your horse actually values — and it’s not what you think. How to let go of guilt and com...

Ever wondered why your confidence can vanish overnight, even when things were going so well with your horse? In this episode, we dive into the real reasons behind sudden dips in confidence, the frustration that follows, and how that inner tension feeds the anxiety cycle between you and your horse. You’ll learn how to spot this pattern for what it is, a protective loop...and how to reclaim your pow...

Feeling a bit meh about the mud, the dark mornings, and the endless rug changes? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually enjoy autumn with your horse, even when the weather’s grim and the days feel far too short. I’m sharing 10 ways to ease into the season with more calm, connection, and joy , including: 🌿 Shifting your goals instead of giving up on them ☕ Turning...

This week’s anniversary episode is something a little different, a Q&A special! I answer real (and very relatable) questions from riders about confidence, fear, connection, and mindset. From overcoming nerves after a fall, to stopping the comparison spiral, to calming yourself when your horse spooks, this episode is packed with grounded, honest advice to help you rewire your mind and rediscove...

As the weather turns cooler and the wind picks up, many riders start to notice their horses feeling a little extra . Fresh, spooky, on edge, sound familiar? In this episode, we dive into why autumn energy can make horses feel more reactive , and how you can stay calm, confident, and connected no matter what your horse is doing. This isn’t about fighting against seasonal changes, it’s about learnin...

Ever noticed how some days you feel unstoppable in the saddle… and other days you just want to curl up with a cuppa instead? There’s a reason for that, and it’s not because you’re inconsistent, lazy, or “too emotional.” It’s your cycle. In this episode, I’m diving into the topic so many women were never taught to understand: our hormonal cycles, and how they influence not just our mood and energy,...

Ever noticed how your horse seems to pick up on your mood before you’ve even touched the reins? That’s no coincidence, horses are powerful mirrors of our inner state. In this episode, I dive into: ✨ Why horses reflect our emotions, thoughts, and nervous system state. ✨ How ‘nervous chatter’ at or to your horse creates confusion (and what to say instead). ✨ Practical ways to shift your energy so...

Struggling with nerves in the saddle? In this episode, I share 5 science-backed daily habits to help you become a more confident rider. Discover how breathwork calms your nervous system, why celebrating small wins rewires your brain, and how simple shifts in mindset transform your partnership with your horse. Whether you’re overcoming riding anxiety, building trust with your horse, or just wanting...

In this episode, we’re exploring Triggers vs Glimmers — two powerful concepts for understanding your nervous system and your relationship with your horse. Learn what each one means, why it’s so important to recognise them, and how to use them to create more safety, calm, and joy in your riding. I’ll also share 3 simple ways to bring more glimmers into your life with your horse so you can rewire yo...

Do you keep telling yourself, “I’ll work on my confidence later” ? Maybe you’re waiting for the right time, more free weekends, or to feel a little braver before you start. Maybe you don't even feel like its important enough? But here’s the hard truth: waiting isn’t neutral, it’s costing you. In this episode, I break down the three hidden costs of riding with anxiety : The emotional toll of consta...

Do you ever tell yourself, “I’ve always been an anxious rider — that’s just who I am” ? In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths holding equestrians back: the belief that you can’t change. Using science-backed insights from the brain and nervous system, I’ll show you exactly why transformation is possible — no matter how long you’ve been stuck in fear, doubt, or self-sabotage. W...

This week I wanted to share a very personal story of my own journey with confidence. I have experienced several lows in my time with horses where I felt I should give up, like I wasn't good enough, and I got in my head so much I just could not stop falling off! I wanted to share this this week to convey that change is possible. It is possible to go from that, to believing in yourself, to feeling c...

Do you ever feel like everyone else at the yard/barn is braver, more talented, or just born more confident than you? You ride, you practice, you put in the effort...but the nerves, overthinking, and self-doubt still creep in. In this episode, I’m busting the biggest myths about rider confidence and showing you why it’s not about being naturally brave or just riding more. Confidence is not a person...

If you’ve ever felt your horse switch from relaxed to ready to bolt on a hack/trail ride, you’ve seen cortisol at work. In this episode, we break down the science of stress for both horse and rider, how it impacts connection, and how to lower it in real-time while out hacking. You’ll learn: What cortisol is (and why it’s not the enemy) How stress hijacks your horse’s brain and yours Signs you and...

We’ve all been there – those moments where everything feels heavy, unfair, or just downright rubbish. Whether it’s a bad day at the yard, a confidence wobble, or something completely outside of horses, it can feel impossible to pick yourself back up. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing 5 practical tips to help you move through the tough stuff and come out stronger on the other side. No toxic posit...

If you dream of hacking out or trail riding without the nerves, this episode is for you! I'm sharing my favorite tips and mindset shifts to help you feel calm, confident and actually enjoy your rides. You'll also hear about: ✨ My FREE Perfect Ride Audio – your go-to tool for hacking confidence ✨ This month’s Empower Hour theme (you don’t want to miss it!) ✨ A few rare 1:1 coaching spots now ope...