Horse Wise

The Time I Put the Bit in Wrong — and What It Taught Me

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, I share a colt starting story about a bit that went in…sideways — and how that small moment turned into a lasting lesson about steadiness and humor around horses. If you’ve ever felt pressure to get everything just right, or worried about how you look in front of others at the barn, this one’s for you. You’ll hear how a kind filly reminded me that horses don’t need us to be perfect — they just need us to stay calm, smile often and keep going. ➕ Learn more about upcoming programs like Relax & Ride and coaching options at https://horsewisecoach.com [https://horsewisecoach.com]

Feel Rushed at the Barn? Try This Mindset Shift

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, we explore one simple language tweak that can transform how you handle time pressure around your horse. If you ever feel rushed, behind, or overwhelmed trying to “do it all” at the barn — this one's for you. I share how swapping “but” for “and” in your internal dialogue can unlock creativity and reduce tension — both for you and your horse. You'll hear a real-life example from my own horse life, plus a surprising connection to Navy SEAL mindset. ➕ Learn more about upcoming programs like Relax & Ride at https://horsewisecoach.com/ 🎵 Music: acoustic-western-rock-background via Pixabay

From the vault: Rachael Mullins on horsemanship, horse shows and lifelong learning

Episode 116: Rachael Mullins on how to balance your horsemanship and competition goals. A 2023 episode from the vault of the older Horse Wise Scholars private study group. 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, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠ [http://horsewisecoach.com/]

Author Natalie Keller Reinert on horses, life and literary pursuits.

Episode 115: An interview with acclaimed author Natalie Keller Reinert about her work and the worlds she has created full of horses and the people who love them. Please check out her work at https://www.nataliekreinert.com/ [https://www.nataliekreinert.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, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠ [http://horsewisecoach.com/]

Watch, Learn, Ride: Your Free Ticket to the Art of the Horseman (Expiring Soon!)

Episode 114: I’m presenting at today’s online Art of the Horseman Fair — along with 50+ horsemanship experts. You can get a free ticket at https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/free-ticket [https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/free-ticket] =— but only if you can act by Feb 23, 2025. If you miss it, then please go here for more info: https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/video-lynn-reardon-ready-to-ride:-build-pre-ride-confidence-with-horse-yoga-&-ground-work-exercise-part-2-of-2 [https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/video-lynn-reardon-ready-to-ride:-build-pre-ride-confidence-with-horse-yoga-&-ground-work-exercise-part-2-of-2] 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, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://horsewisecoach.com/⁠ [http://horsewisecoach.com/]