Your Best Performance Doesn’t Start When the Bell Rings.
Published on: 09/06/2026
Let me tell you the story of the Yellow Stool, and why its relevant to your show preparation....
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When Effort Replaces Balance
Published on: 27/01/2026
Trying harder can look like commitment — and feel like survival. This article looks at what happens when effort replaces balance, and why finding centre is often what allows us to move forward.
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The Most Difficult Question You’ll Ever Ask Your Mirror
Published on: 21/01/2026
Are you coachable? Or are you just paying for lessons? The answer is usually found in the "shaky" parts.
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Balance in the Arena and in Life
Published on: 11/12/2025
A reflective story on how an unbalanced ride revealed the deeper need for balance in life. Exploring the connection between mental, emotional and physical steadiness—both in and out of the saddle. An invitation to riders to find their centre again.
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