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“Helping Equestrians Build Confidence & Resilience Through Coaching & Online Courses. Specializing in Neurodiverse Riders.

With 15+ years of experience and a Master’s in Equine Science, I help riders overcome mental barriers and achieve results.

08/11/2025

🌤️ Saturday Thoughts 🐴

Saturdays have their own kind of rhythm — a little slower for some, busier for others, but always a chance to pause and notice the small things.

The soft sound of horses eating hay.
The quiet moments that come between the to-do lists.
The reminder that progress doesn’t always look like doing more — sometimes it’s just being present.

Whether today is about catching up, coaching, or simply catching your breath, I hope you find a few calm moments to reconnect — with yourself, your horses, or the people who matter most. 💜

Here’s to a peaceful Saturday and a little space to just be. 🌿

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

06/11/2025

🌿 What Equine Welfare Means to Me 🐴

Equine welfare is so much more than full haynets and clean stables.

For me, true welfare is about the whole picture — how a horse feels, thinks, and experiences life with us. It’s about creating environments where they can express natural behaviour, feel safe, and be understood.

Welfare isn’t just physical care — it’s emotional wellbeing too.
It’s how we handle them, how we listen, and how we respond when they try to tell us something.

A shiny coat doesn’t always mean a happy mind.
And a horse that “behaves well” isn’t necessarily a horse that feels calm or secure.

Equine welfare means:
💜 Meeting physical, emotional, and social needs.
🌿 Listening to what the horse is saying — not just what we expect to see.
🧠 Combining science and empathy to make kind, informed choices.

Because when we prioritise how horses feel, everything else — training, performance, partnership — naturally improves.

That’s the heart of it for me:
Welfare is understanding.
And understanding builds trust. 🐴✨

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

04/11/2025

💛 From Surviving to Understanding 🧒🐴

Somehow, Finley is two and a half already — and I’ve realised we’ve officially moved from keeping him alive to managing his behaviour! 😅

There are days when it feels like a full-time negotiation… and others where his curiosity and determination just blow me away.

But what I keep reminding myself — both as a parent and as a coach — is that behaviour is communication.

He isn’t being “difficult” just for the sake of it. He’s trying to express big feelings, make sense of his world, and learn where the boundaries are.

And honestly, isn’t that what most of us are doing — horses and humans alike?

It’s not always easy (especially when the snack cupboard is involved), but taking that pause to understand the why behind the behaviour changes everything. 💛

Here’s to empathy — in parenting, coaching, and life — even on the messy, noisy days.

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

01/11/2025

🍂 Hello November 🐴

As we step into November, the pace starts to shift.
The mornings are crisper, the evenings darker, and everything seems to ask us to slow down a little.

For our horses, that change can bring fresh energy — or a touch more tension. For us, it’s an invitation to listen, breathe, and adjust.

This weekend, take a moment to notice what both you and your horse need most right now.
Maybe it’s rest. Maybe it’s movement. Maybe it’s just time together, without an agenda.

Every small act of understanding strengthens the partnership you share — one quiet, mindful step at a time. 💜

Here’s to a calm, connected start to November 🌿

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

30/10/2025

👻🎃 Spooky Season at the Stables 🐴✨

As the nights draw in and the pumpkins appear on every doorstep, our horses start spotting monsters we can’t see — wheelbarrows that move on their own, suspicious shadows, and the terrifying plastic bag ghost! 👀

Halloween is the perfect reminder that what feels spooky to one horse might feel totally normal to another — and that’s okay.

The magic comes when we stay calm, breathe, and show our horses that they’re safe, even when the world looks a little bit different. 🌙

So whether you’re riding under the full moon or just handing out treats, remember — patience and empathy are the best kind of magic we can offer. 🧡

Wishing everyone (and every horse!) a safe, happy, and treat-filled Halloween 🎃🐴

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

28/10/2025

💜 Kindness Breeds Kindness 🐴

Kindness has a ripple effect — in the stable, in the arena, and in everyday life.

When we choose to be kind to our horses, we naturally become calmer, clearer, and more patient.
And when we treat ourselves with that same kindness, everything we do with our horses begins to flow differently.

Our horses feel it.
The people around us see it.
And suddenly, small moments of understanding start to multiply.

Kindness doesn’t mean being soft or giving in — it means choosing compassion over criticism, curiosity over control, and progress over perfection.

Because every time we show kindness — to our horses, our students, or ourselves — we give others permission to do the same. 💫

💜 Kindness really does breed kindness.

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

27/10/2025

🌿 End on a Positive 🐴

It’s so easy to finish a session thinking about what went wrong — the missed transition, the spook, the moment you lost balance or confidence.

But every time you ride or work with your horse, there’s always something that went right too.
Maybe it was a softer halt.
A moment of trust.
A calmer breath.
A quicker recovery after something unexpected.

Taking a moment at the end of each session to notice those positives isn’t just about feeling good — it’s about training your brain to recognise progress and possibility.

When we focus on the good, we grow confidence, self-belief, and connection.
And our horses feel that energy too. 💜

So next time you untack, ask yourself —
✨ What felt a little better today?
✨ What did my horse try to offer me?
✨ What can I be proud of?

Because the small wins are what build the big changes. 🌱

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

26/10/2025

🌤️ Half Term Sunday Thoughts 🐴

Half term Sundays always seem to have their own rhythm — a mix of muddy boots, slower mornings, and a chance to breathe before the week ahead.

For many of us, that might mean time with our horses, time with family, or time just catching up on life (and maybe the washing!).

Whatever your plans today, I hope you find a little space to pause.
To notice the small moments — the soft nudge of a horse’s nose, a shared laugh, a quiet walk.

Those moments are where connection grows — whether it’s between people, horses, or both. 💜

Wishing everyone a calm, happy Sunday and a lovely half term week ahead 🌿

—
Louise
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

24/10/2025

🌱 Our Influence on the Next Generation 🐴

The next generation is always watching — not just what we say, but how we are with our horses.

Every time a child or young person sees us take a deep breath instead of rushing, choose patience over pressure, or listen to a horse’s whisper instead of forcing the conversation — we teach them something powerful.

We teach them that empathy matters.
That calm is stronger than control.
That partnership is worth more than perfection.

The riders, grooms, coaches, and carers of tomorrow are learning from the examples we set today — in every small, quiet moment on the yard.

So when we show up with kindness, curiosity, and care, we’re not just shaping better horses… we’re shaping better humans too. 💜

—
Louise Einchcomb
Rider Mentality | Supporting people and horses to understand each other better

22/10/2025

💜🐴 People & Horses: A Better Way Forward 🌿

Saturday 23rd November | Online Conference

This conference has been on my heart for a long time.

Every day, I see how deeply connected we are to our horses — but also how heavy it can sometimes feel to work or ride in an industry that demands so much from both people and animals.

I’ve spoken to coaches, yard owners, volunteers, riders, and professionals who give everything to the horses in their care — often at the cost of their own wellbeing.
And I’ve met countless horses who quietly absorb the emotions, expectations, and pressures that come from the people around them.

People & Horses: A Better Way Forward was born from the belief that we can do better — together.
Better understanding.
Better communication.
Better support for the humans, so that horses can thrive too.

On Tuesday 25th November, I’ll be joined by an incredible group of speakers to explore how we can create a more compassionate, sustainable, and connected future for our industry.

Because welfare isn’t just about horses — it’s about the people who care for them, teach them, and love them. 💜

🎓 6 BHS CPD points available for APCs
💻 Online – join from anywhere
📅 Monday 25th November 2025
🔗 Full details & booking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1756998322279?aff=oddtdtcreator

If this message resonates with you — if you’ve ever felt the weight of caring deeply, or wondered how to create positive change from where you are — this day is for you. 💫

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Louise Einchcomb
Rider Mentality | APEC Advanced Coach | BHS Accredited Professional Coach

20/10/2025

🧠 Mindset Matters: The Science Behind Your Monday 🌿

How we think at the start of the week can genuinely change how our brains and bodies respond — it’s not just a nice idea, it’s neuroscience. 💜

When we begin the week with a sense of purpose or curiosity (instead of stress or dread), our brain releases more dopamine — the motivation chemical that helps us focus and feel capable.
At the same time, choosing calm, intentional thoughts lowers cortisol, the stress hormone that can cloud judgement and tension our muscles (something both we and our horses pick up on). 🐴

So this Monday, take a deep breath before diving in.
Ask yourself:
✨ “What’s one thing I can approach with calm focus today?”
✨ “How do I want to feel by the end of this week?”

It’s not about being endlessly positive — it’s about being intentional.
Start with the right mindset, and your week — and your horse — will feel the difference. 💫

18/10/2025

🌻 Saturday Thoughts from Rider Mentality 🌻

Weekends are for slowing down — even if it’s just for a moment.
Take a breath. Notice your horse. Notice yourself. 💜

Progress doesn’t always look like doing more.
Sometimes it’s in the quiet things:
✨ Letting your horse graze an extra few minutes
✨ Choosing calm over control
✨ Taking time to reflect rather than rush

Every pause, every mindful moment, builds trust — in your horse and in yourself. 🐴

Here’s to a Saturday filled with connection, calmness, and little reminders of why we love this life with horses. 🌿

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What I do in a nutshell :-)

Louise (Einchcomb) is an equine coach specialising in developing the correct rider mentality to build confidence and mental resilience using a combination of NLP, Hypnotherapy and Sports Psychology techniques.