Hello Reader, Does the thought of releasing restrictions bring you comfort or fear? On the one hand, restrictions can be protective and provide safety. But on the other hand, restrictions can be limiting and smothering. In this case, when I'm referring to releasing restrictions, I'm speaking of the tension we hold in our minds and bodies that hinders movement and optimal function. It's an idea that has been on my mind ever since interviewing Cathy Woods for this latest episode of the...
1 day ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, On this episode of the Liberated Equestrian, I'm excited to be joined by Callie King for a lively chat about freedom, flow, and the science of peak performance! Yes, you will want to tune into this episode, even if you're not an equestrian, because the science is relevant to all areas of performance! Many of you know Callie as the founder of HorseClass.com, which is where you'll find my curriculum, Finding Calm: Helping Riders Navigate through Fear and Anxiety, as a part of the...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Continuing the backstory that led to launching the Liberated Equestrian Podcast, in this episode, I’m digging a little bit more into my return to the horse world in the last decade and the lessons learned about listening to my gut. It’s been quite a journey in a relatively short period of time. Yes, it's been a bit of a roller-coaster becoming a second-season equestrian and experiencing everything from the joy of riding again to fulfilling the dream of horse ownership to...
30 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Is trauma just a buzzword? We label all sorts of things “trauma” or “traumatic.” But what is the definition of trauma? Does it even matter how we classify an incident or experience? On this episode of the Liberated Equestrian Podcast, I'm unpacking what defines trauma and why it is important to have a trauma-informed understanding of behavior. While this episode is tailored for equestrians, the information is applicable for all! We are all at risk of getting stuck in a trauma...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, We're kicking off the Liberated Equestrian Podcast with a bit of the backstory of breakthrough that birthed the inspiration for this podcast! It's a story of childhood inspiration and fairy-tale dreams. It's a story of dashed dreams and embracing the reality of hard work, detours, and other realized dreams. It's a story of open doors and closed ones. Even if you're not a horse person, I think you'll find this podcast inspiring and equipping on your journey of personal and...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Did you know I almost quit . . . being a therapist? Oh yes, all the while I have been sharing with you about setting goals and casting a vision, I had been struggling behind the scenes about the direction of my life. Can you relate? For the entire time I was in graduate school, I questioned whether I made the right decision to move into the counseling field. There were a thousand reasons running through my mind about why this was the wrong decision. But the "shoulds" about...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, While you may not be a horsey person, I'm counting on you finding this brand new thing I've been working on empowering and equipping because it is not only about horsemanship but humanship! I'm pretty sure you hang around these parts of Stableminded because you share my growth-minded vision for improving how we show up as humans! That is at the heart of this new project (plus getting back to my joy of podcasting)! So I'm excited to finally share the news with you, introducing...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, How is life in your part of the horse world? I'm having the most unexpected and amazing experience of enjoying riding Kodiak Jack through these frigid and frozen weeks that have filled this winter season! I know, what a crazy reality considering where we were just a year ago this time when I thought I'd be having to find Kody a new home, without me, because of all the things we were going through. If we were connected this time last year, you may have caught a glimpse of what I...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Last week I shared with you about Quitter's Day, that time when most people give up on their New Year’s resolutions. It is usually sometime around the second or third Friday of January. The timing was interesting because the following day, I led a vision and goal-setting workshop at Concordia Stables. It was a fresh reminder that what feels natural for me to do can feel daunting for many people. Maybe that describes you? However, when I shared about time-frame orientation and...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Did you know our upcoming liberty clinic is open to ages 10 and up? And did you also know that you don't have to have horse experience to participate? Yes, this clinic is open to all horse enthusiasts! We're excited to teach you how to experience the heart of liberty to build your connection and confidence with horses! Liberty is a beautiful way to develop a foundation for handling and riding skills. In our one-day clinic, on Saturday, October 26 at Concordia Stables, you will...
6 months ago • 1 min read