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.

Amy Skinner on emotionalism & horsemanship

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

Christmas Eve horsemanship (and poetry)

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.

Good loops (literal and metaphoric)

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.

Dr. Stephen Peters: Evidence-Based Horsemanship

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.

Fear of looking bad (the third episode in the Horse Wise “F-word” series)

Episode 73: In this second episode of the “F-word” series, I discuss the fear of missing out (aka FOMO) in horsemanship. And how that particular fear often sets us up to actually miss the most important things that the horse is offering us.
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.

Fear of missing out in horsemanship (the second episode in the Horse Wise”F-word” series)

Episode 72: In this first installment of the “F-word” series, I discuss the fear of running out of time to learn horsemanship. And how that very fear is exactly what our goal in life should be.
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.

Fear of running out of time (the first episode in the Horse Wise “F-word” series)

Episode 71: Why “one small good thing” is the most important principle I bring to my horsemanship practice. 
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.

One small good thing

Episode 69: The Horse Wise Scholars podcast study group holds a special, encore Q&A with Dr. Janet Jones. Dr. Jones is a brain scientist and former professor of cognitive science - as well as a lifelong horsewoman and trainer. In her ground breaking book, Horse Brain, Human Brain, Dr. Jones does an in-depth study of the neuroscience of horsemanship.  She describes the scientific differences between human brains and equine brains —while telling entertaining stories of horse case studies. This book is must read for all students of horsemanship! For more information on Dr. Jones’ work, please visit her website at https://janet-jones.com/ and for more information on how to join the Horse Wise Scholars study group, please go to http://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/
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/

Encore interview with Dr. Janet Jones, author of Horse Brain, Human Brain

Episode 68: In this episode, I discuss the gifts I received from three special horses this holiday season. Merry Christmas to all my listeners, clients, fans and equine teachers!
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.

Christmas gifts from the horses

Episode 67: Zoe Mazepa is a young horsewoman full of heart, integrity and love for the horses. Her dedication, hard work and commitment to the art of horsemanship is inspiring. Plus she has tons of entertaining stories about her ongoing horsemanship journey. I really enjoyed interviewing Zoe! She is down to earth, funny and full of enthusiasm — and she has a true calling for her work with horses. If you would like to follow her adventures, please check her on social media at https://www.facebook.com/zoe.mazepa and https://www.instagram.com/zoemazepa/   If you would like more information on Rocking X - A Horseman’s Academy, please check out their website at https://www.rockinx.org/
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.

Zoe Mazepa: Integrity, heart and horsemanship

Episode 66: I took a recent sabbatical to study the concept of pressure and release. What I learned was that there is a huge difference between moving away from pressure versus going toward softness. Both approaches might seem like they get to the same goal. But they each have very different ways of HOW you reach the goal — whether you only move away from pressure (a negative) or whether you actively seek something positive (softness). This is true for both people and horses. How you get to the goal is just as important (maybe even more important) than reaching the goal itself.
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 podcast guests.

What a sabbatical taught me about pressure and release

Episode 65: Cowboy clinicians taught me that grit and refinement go hand in hand. Horsemanship is the art of balance — yin and yang. As Buck Brannaman once said, “Gentle in what you do. Firm in how you do it.” This lesson was profound for me — and kept me safe years later while working with a troubled 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.

The best lesson I learned from cowboy clinicians

Episode 64: Dr. Janet Jones is a brain scientist - as well as a lifelong horsewoman and trainer. In her groundbreaking book, Horse Brain, Human Brain, Dr. Jones does an in-depth study of the neuroscience of horsemanship. By explaining how equine brains work, Dr. Jones demystifies horse behavior and the common misunderstandings between horses and riders. She describes the scientific differences between human brains and equine brains —while telling entertaining stories of horse case studies. This book is must read for all students of horsemanship! For more information on Dr. Jones’ work, please visit her website at https://janet-jones.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/ 
If you love the podcast and want more in-depth study,  please check out Horse Wise Scholars at http://horsewisecoach.com/ Each month, the group studies a specific podcast episode --- with customized lessons, videos and private zoom Q&As with Horse Wise podcasts guests.

Dr. Janet Jones, author of Horse Brain, Human Brain

Episode 63: The ONE key to horsemanship – do you know what it is? If you’re like many horse people, you’re always on the lookout for it. The secret tip, the ultimate hack, the one thing you MUST know. Social media marketing and sponsored ads are full of “the one thing” and the “amazing secret” that you can get by just clicking the link (and buying the advertised service).The trouble is that there are SO many of those “secret tips” – how do you know if you’re buying the right one?
I ‘m here to help. I’m going to share the ONE real key you need to know. Ready? There is NO one thing. There are no shortcuts or amazing hacks in horsemanship. You just have to take the time to study and practice horsemanship consistently. Not with big dramatic activities once a month or twice a year. But instead with small daily actions that steadily increase your knowledge and skill.
It’s called the compound effect. It’s how horses learn, people change and new patterns develop.The compound effect is the strategy of reaping huge rewards from small, seemingly insignificant actions. Small choices + consistency + time = significant results. Simple. Not easy. But always rewarding (in the long run). 
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/

The ONE thing you need to know about horsemanship

Episode 62: Karen Rohlf is the creator of Dressage Naturally, an innovative teaching program that combines dressage and natural horsemanship. Her work includes a ground breaking book (the first to combine dressage and natural horsemanship), one of the first ever video library classrooms and a super unique approach to training your horse in harmony. In our discussion, Karen shares her insights, teaching philosophy and overall love of horses! Her adorable dog Remi also makes an impromptu appearance in the episode. For more information on Karen and Dressage Naturally, please check out her program at http://dressagenaturally.net
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/ If you LOVE the podcast, please check out our new podcast study group Horse Wise Scholars at http://horsewisecoach.com/scholars 
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/ 
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Karen Rohlf of Dressage Naturally

Episode 61: I had a long and twisted horsemanship journey, starting as an adult beginner.  With time and good teachers (mostly horses), I eventually became a trainer and a coach. But I never forgot where I came from.  That’s why I started the Horse Wise  podcast -- to share my personal study of horsemanship. And to interview people who know more about it than me. The podcast now has listeners in all 50 states – AND 59 countries outside the US! People tell me all the time how much they enjoy the podcast. And they always want to know more. This got me thinking.
What if there was a way that people could ask follow-up questions to my guests -- and get mini-lessons on specific podcast topics? All organized in a simple format, easy to follow and keep up with.
I got so excited about this idea that I’m starting a new study circle! On June 1, 2021, I’ll be launching Horse Wise Scholars group, which will be a monthly subscription. It will include monthly horsemanship goal (based on podcast episode), along with weekly exercises, demos, private Q&A with podcast guests and more. For more info, please check out it out here: http://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/
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 at http://horsewisecoach.com/signup or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/

How my horsemanship journey led to Horse Wise Scholars

Episode 60: Jade Favre is an incredible TB and OTTB expert. In addition to running a successful racing operation, Jade has helped rehome hundreds of OTTBs directly from their racing connections. In her spare time, she raises adorable children and occasionally sleeps lol. Check out this episode to learn more about Jade’s work and her passion for helping OTTBs into successful careers as sport horses. And pls visit her website at JadeFavreSportHorses.com to see all the gorgeous horses in her listings.
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). I'm excited to announce that we're starting a new podcast study program!  it will include monthly horsemanship study topics (based on podcast episodes), weekly tutorial and private interviews/Q&A with podcast guests. Simple, fun and focused! If you’d like more information, please check the Horse Wise Scholars study group at http://horsewisecoach.com/scholars/
To learn more about our coaching and other 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 (http://horsewisecoach.com/signup/) or follow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/HorseWiseCoach/ https://www.instagram.com/horse_wise/

Jade Favre and her passion for rehoming racehorses

Episode 59: Jec Ballou is the ultimate equine fitness and physiology expert. Her books on corrective exercises, dressage tools and equine training tools have helped thousands of horses and riders. Originally a competitive dressage rider, Jec changed her focus to equine biomechanics after meeting Manolo Mendez. Her journey has included exhaustive study of equine biomechanics, rehabilitation and performance — as well as a far ranging literary study in multiple topics. Jec is an accomplished trainer and writer — her books summarize complex veterinary concepts into easily understood training and conditioning guidebooks for equestrians. Please check out her work, books, online courses and videos at www.jecballou.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 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/

Jec Ballou on equine fitness, biomechanics and a special Andalusian named Corazon.

Episode 58: Ginger Gaffney is the trifecta of horsemanship. A renowned teacher and trainer, Ginger also is a highly successful author. Her debut memoir, Half Broke, details her experiences with an alternative prison ranch in New Mexico. The facility conducts a daring experiment: setting the troubled residents out to retrain an aggressive herd of horses. The horses and prisoners both arrive at the ranch broken in one way or many— the horses often abandoned and suspicious, the residents, some battling drug and alcohol addiction, emotionally, physically, and financially shattered. Ginger Gaffney’s job is to retrain the untrainable. With time, the horses and residents form a profound bond, and teach each other patience, control, and trust. Ginger’s book has received much critical praise and accolades — including selection as a NY Times Editors pick. Please check out her work (both literary and equine) at www.gingergaffney.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 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/

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