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From Fear to Freedom: Transforming Fear Into Confidence in the Saddle

From Fear to Freedom: Transforming Fear Into Confidence in the Saddle

Linda Hennings
Published on: 28/06/2025

Struggling with fear in the saddle? This blog explores how understanding, managing, and reframing fear can turn it into a powerful tool for growth, confidence, and freedom in your riding journey.

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Training the Skill You Keep Neglecting: Focus for Equestrians

Training the Skill You Keep Neglecting: Focus for Equestrians

Linda Hennings
Published on: 17/06/2025

Focus is a skill, not a talent. In today’s distracted world, equestrians must train it deliberately to ride their best. Don’t let lack of focus cost you in the ring—it’s time to train it.

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The Messy Middle

The Messy Middle

Linda Hennings
Published on: 03/06/2025

The space between endings and beginnings is often the hardest. The Messy Middle is a reflection on grief, growth, and the quiet courage it takes to become someone new. If you’re in transition, you are not alone.

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Another One Bites The Dust

Another One Bites The Dust

Linda Hennings
Published on: 28/03/2025

Making sense of real life riding experiences. Using Kolb’s Learning Model as a framework, the post explores how riders process traumatic experiences differently and highlights the importance of moving through all stages of learning to recover effectively.

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