The Mindful Equestrian

The Mindful Equestrian Performance coaching for equestrians wanting to achieve more positive results in all aspects of the Hunter/Jumper lessons and clinics.

Mindfulness is the practice of being present in every moment, not worrying about what was or what might be. A mindful rider is able to focus on what is happening right now with themselves and their horse, maintaining low stress and a higher ability for top performance. My clinics combine my 35+ years of experience in the hunter/jumper industry (AHSA/USEF, IHSA, Equine Science Professor Hunt Seat M

orrisville State College), mindfulness training and coach training and certification (International Coach Academy) to give riders strategies and tools for better mental focus and riding success. Each rider is considered individually and supported with the tools that will work best for them. The benefits from the performance coaching can also be carried into day to day life since we mirror the same issues in our riding that we do in other areas of our lives. Mindfulness then becomes a whole life practice and success tool. Performance coaching for riders of all disciplines who want more a positive experience whenever riding and competing. Group seminars available as well as private phone coaching sessions. Add a performance coaching seminar to your riding clinic. Over 35 years experience training hunters/jumpers and students.

Back from a fun day teaching a clinic at St. Lawrence Stables! Horses and riders were wonderful and I love working with ...
11/02/2025

Back from a fun day teaching a clinic at St. Lawrence Stables! Horses and riders were wonderful and I love working with Morgans and both hunt seat and western riders! Thanks Whitney Roberts for inviting me! I always have fun at your place and everyone is so welcoming!!!🐴🦄❤️

I have noticed that when my clients shift from the negative thoughts about their riding and their current situations the...
11/01/2025

I have noticed that when my clients shift from the negative thoughts about their riding and their current situations their minds begin to open. This open state allows them to become more curious in their riding and more creative in their process towards planning their riding goals. Without consciously trying, they become more mindful and therefore more open to new ideas. They open the door to positivity and creativity and leave behind all of the negative chatter about what is not working for them. They became unstuck.
When this happens their mind becomes free of unneeded clutter and they are able to open up to the lessons they can learn from their mistakes and failures. When the negativity dissipates they are left with a positive outlook that radiates outward to their horse and the people around them.
When your minds frees up you can become an impartial observer in your world. This opens you up to the lessons you can learn from your experiences and from the experiences of others. You begin to observe what works and what doesn't. You are then aware and present enough to make thoughtful decisions and choices in your life.
This can work in any change you want to make. A career change, a life change or a change in how you approach your riding goals. As you let go of the negative thoughts and chatter and you embrace a more positive outlook, your mind will free up allowing you wonderful, new ideas and experiences.

We wish for life to always be smooth sailing and easy, but we can do our most growth and spread our wings when we hit bu...
10/31/2025

We wish for life to always be smooth sailing and easy, but we can do our most growth and spread our wings when we hit bumps in the road and lose our way. The trick is to look at these setbacks as opportunities not permanent blocks to forward movement.

Your journey and your pace is just right for you. Let go of comparing your progrress to others. You will get there when ...
10/30/2025

Your journey and your pace is just right for you. Let go of comparing your progrress to others. You will get there when you should.

We all have some limiting beliefs. These are beliefs we believe to be true 100% of the time, when in actuality they are ...
10/29/2025

We all have some limiting beliefs. These are beliefs we believe to be true 100% of the time, when in actuality they are not. They do limit us and cause suffering. There is no need to stay attached to these beliefs as they are only things we have picked up from the modeling of others throughout our lives. We can rewire our brain and thoughts processes to replace these beliefs with more empowering ones. It does take a bit of work, but it is well worth the effort! This is where working with a coach can help. If you would like support in changing some of your limiting beliefs contact me at [email protected]

Are you someone who always wants perfection in everything you do? It is an admirable intention but impossible to achieve...
10/28/2025

Are you someone who always wants perfection in everything you do? It is an admirable intention but impossible to achieve. Nothing is ever perfect. The path to perfection is covered with many disappointments and little success. When you strive to be perfect you live in self-judgment. You begin to see mistakes and failures as bad and you attach that label to yourself. You often think you are bad and you stay stuck in a cycle of disappointment. If you can let go of being perfect you will begin to see all the opportunities your mistakes and failures can bring you. You will begin to use those opportunities to create change, growth and success. In order to break this cycle of perfectionism you need to recognize, accept and understand where it is coming from. Is it based in fear of being judged by others? Have you learned that being perfect is the only way to be? Have you been told that mistakes and failures are bad? Whatever the reason, once you begin to recognize the cause, you can begin to shift your beliefs and let go of being perfect. This mentality takes time and practice but as you see and feel the benefits it will become easier. You will learn to use your mistakes and failures as tools to create pathways to improvement and success.

Regrets about the past really don't us any good. You can look back and learn from mistakes but then it's time to move fo...
10/27/2025

Regrets about the past really don't us any good. You can look back and learn from mistakes but then it's time to move forward and create a new story.

Another fun day teaching Sablewood ! Everyone did a wonderful job and the horses and riders were great! Thanks Barbara A...
10/26/2025

Another fun day teaching Sablewood ! Everyone did a wonderful job and the horses and riders were great! Thanks Barbara Ann Ferraro for inviting me back!🐴🦄❤️ Thanks Nancy Cairo Estes for the pictures! You did a wonderful job too!!!

As equestrians, our journey with our horses is a lifelong learning experience. Whether it's perfecting a technique, unde...
10/26/2025

As equestrians, our journey with our horses is a lifelong learning experience. Whether it's perfecting a technique, understanding our horse better, or evolving our mindset, there's always something new to grasp. Embrace every lesson and every fall, for it's all part of the beautiful dance of growth.

Equestrian life is very time consuming. That, along with the busyness of our world today, does not leave us much time fo...
10/25/2025

Equestrian life is very time consuming. That, along with the busyness of our world today, does not leave us much time for reflection. Most of us are on that spinning wheel trying to keep doing more and trying do it better. That is an honorable mission. But if you don't stop and reflect on what is working and what isn't, what makes you happy and what doesn't, what is necessary and what you can do without, where you are going and why you want to go there and what you need to get there you will just keep spinning your wheels. You may feel stuck, unfulfilled, disappointed, frustrated and frazzled. So, no matter how busy you feel and how full your schedule seems it is imperative that you schedule in regular times to pause and reflect so you can regroup, make changes, learn from your mistakes, create a plan and just plain take a breath and rest.

Let go of the past and your regrets. Get unstuck and move forward and grow.
10/24/2025

Let go of the past and your regrets. Get unstuck and move forward and grow.

Instead of running from your fears, lean into them and push towards what you desire!!
10/23/2025

Instead of running from your fears, lean into them and push towards what you desire!!

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