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When Effort Replaces Balance

When Effort Replaces Balance

Linda Hennings
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

The Most Difficult Question You’ll Ever Ask Your Mirror

Linda Hennings
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

Balance in the Arena and in Life

Linda Hennings
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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What is Self-Awareness, and Why Does It Matter in Equestrian Sports?

What is Self-Awareness, and Why Does It Matter in Equestrian Sports?

Linda Hennings
Published on: 06/12/2025

Self Awareness is the Cornerstone of your Coaching Journey. Without it, or the willingness to learn more about it, you become un-coachable, in the arena and with your mindset.

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