The Rider's Mind Podcast: Recent Episodes
Michelle Davey
Competing with horses takes more than just horsemanship. It takes a mindset that can handle pressure and an attitude of perseverance. Each Thursday, join Michelle Davey as she takes a unique approach to help you create the results you want in the arena. You'll learn why you're at where you are, and how you can become a more confident and focused leader for your horse. It all starts with making changes from the inside out.
In this episode Michelle shares what she has been learning from horses and their bodies and preferences while doing distance energy readings and healing. She mentions how there are often themes that come up and shares some of this week’s discoveries and past trends from the horses. Get your free Human Design Bodygraph here: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
It’s been a while since the latest episode so Michelle catches up with a bit longer than usual episode. In this episode, Michelle unpacks and shares 4 things that she has learned and implemented into her life that there’s no going back from. You know those things that you believe in so hard you’d “die on a hill for”? Michelle shares 4 things that are that important to her and how she moves through the world with these teachings in mind. Get your free Human Design Bodygraph here: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/ Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
In this Unbridled Living episode, Michelle delves deep into the concept of being confined by processes, boxes, and paradigms both in life and horsemanship. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, she discusses the importance of calibrating to the moment and adapting to the unique needs of clients and horses, rather than being rigidly bound by pre-determined scripts or instructions.
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In this thought-provoking episode of Unbridled Living, host Michelle Davey explores the fascinating world of anthropomorphism, telepathy, and the spiritual lives of animals. Michelle delves into how humans relate to animals and the potential for telepathic communication, urging listeners to consider a perspective rooted in empathy and mutual respect.
Prefrontal Cortex in Horses and Human
The book Horse Brain Human Brain
Elephants Have Names for each other and other studies on animal communication
Dogs that know when their owners are coming home
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In this episode we delve into the concepts of "Main Character Energy" (MCE) and "Non-Player Character" (NPC) energy. Drawing parallels from gaming terminology, we will explore how these roles manifest in our daily lives and how adopting a main character mindset can empower you to take control of your life's journey. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their personal roles and understand how shifting away from NPC energy towards MCE can lead to intentional living and personal growth.
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This week Michelle dives into, and discusses the fascinating podcast series "The Telepathy Tapes," created by KyDickens. This series challenges conventional understanding by exploring the extraordinary abilities of non-verbal individuals with autism, particularly their telepathic capabilities. Join Michelle as she reflects on the profound impact of this series and invites listeners to engage with its controversial yet transformative content.
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Between Christmas and Holiday gatherings this time of year, things can get to feeling like a little much. So many feelings and history wrapped up in one occasion where we come together and (most of us) try to act “normal”. In this episode, I share some thoughts on how to not just cope, but to make the most of the occasion and feel peace in your heart. I share several energy tools that I hope will help you make this the best season ever. If you’re catching this one later, you can apply the ideas to any occasion where things can feel awkward and hard.
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The idea of meditation can feel cringe for some people. Often, the resistance comes from thinking you have to keep your mind quiet to meditate and that seems impossible. Or, you’ve tried before and felt like you did it all wrong. Here’s the thing; you don't have to stop thinking to meditate and you can’t get it wrong. Listen in to learn various ways to meditate and how little it takes to do it.
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"As above, so below, as within, so without, as the universe, so the soul". -Hermes Trismegistus
Essentially, what you’ve got going on, on the inside is what creates your outside reality. Your inner landscape may need some reconfiguring and we are here for that work!
If you’re a horse (or animal) person, you know your horse is onto you, and values your honesty and authentic presentation when you’re together. All the more reason to work on living from within and tapping into your authenticity. My life’s work lately has been working at mastering this through practice, and I’m looking forward to sharing what’s worked for me, and helping you to align with your highest timeline and manifestations.
It’s life changing work and I hope you’ll accept the invite and inner call if you feel it.
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Finding my purpose has been a long time search of mine. In this episode, I talk about some of the tips I’ve learned along the way that may help you find yours. I’ll tell you right now there is no clear cut answer, but a way to finding clues along the way that tell you if you’re on the right path or not. Dive in to see how you’re doing or find out what you can do to discover and live your purpose.
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Just because you’ve watched a yoga video doesn’t mean you know how to do yoga, and just because you do yoga, doesn’t make you a yogi. In this episode, we talk about the importance of taking the time to integrate information and to later embody the information and the challenges with each. If you’re trying to learn a new way of doing things or become a different version of yourself, this is a great one to listen to.
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The ability to discern energy is a skill worth practicing. In this episode, we talk about the “word of the week” discernment and how to do it, how to do it better and when to use it. We all have the skill, but it’s easier to simply get a judgment from our minds than actually use our discernment muscle. Give this one a listen and then start practicing your own.
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This episode is inspired by the convoy of Junior High Rodeo contestants that will be making their way to Des Moines, Iowa this weekend for a week of National Finals. I share 7 helpful mindset and mental toughness tips that may help you through your competition. This episode is not just applicable for kids, but anyone headed to a competitive event that needs a little pep talk. Get your free Human Design Bodygraph here: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/
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In this episode Michelle talks about how space weather has the ability to impact our energetic bodies here on earth. Recently we witnessed the greatest solar storm in the last two decades through the impressive Aurora Borealis display May 10th, 2024 (and 11th depending on where you are). It is easy to take for granted the impact weather and even lunar cycles can have on our body, but the Northern Lights make the invisible visible. This gives us an awareness of the space weather that can be affecting our nervous systems at different times. Get your free Human Design Bodygraph here: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
It’s not all sunshine and roses when committing to living an “Unbridled Life”. I’ve come up against a few obstacles to scale on my own pursuit to live more unbridled. In this episode, I talk about why these obstacles are a natural part of the process and what I’m doing to overcome them. I hope this short episode helps you flex your own courage muscle when it comes to making brave choices that light up your heart and soul, but go against “the norm”.
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We are designed to find our answers and direction from within, not from our heads. Most of us are missing out on a powerful built in too. You have a built-in guidance system. Yours might be wired differently than mine, but we both have one. People make decisions differently by design. We aren’t all wired the same way. Your human design authority indicates how your body is wired to make decisions and I share about each of the authority types in this episode. If you haven’t grabbed your free chart, you can do so using the link below. Get your free Human Design Bodygraph here: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
If I could pinpoint one thing that has really helped me learn who I am and recognize my highest potential and life’s purpose, it’s human design. It has had such an impact on me, I can’t in good consciousness keep it a secret. If you haven't yet heard about it, today is the day and if you have, you might enjoy learning about how it’s impacted my life. If you would like a free copy of your unique blueprint (AKA a treasure map to you), head to the link below to download. You’ll need your birthdate, time and place in hand to access an accurate report. Free Human Design Chart and 8 page Report: https://michelledavey.com/human-design/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
If you want to know how to stop caring what other people think, simply become a psychopath. If you’re not up for that, listen to this episode to get some other ideas that will help you overcome this pesky human condition. The thing is, our body is wired for survival and part of that is having a strong sense of knowing where you stand in the community. Rejection stings, but so does self betrayal. Give this episode a listen if you want to strengthen your sense of self, so what others think matters less. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
There are all kinds of stats out there stating the average time it takes to learn something new. I think of myself as “above average” so I “should” learn quickly. When I don’t learn something right away, you can count on frustration and lack of patience showing up quickly. In this episode I share some reasons why it takes longer than we would hope to build a new way of doing and how we can override our bodies protection mechanism to learn more quickly and install neural pathways that last. You’ll also find some techniques that you can use to keep your nervous system feeling safe so that your brain can learn and create these new pathways with greater ease. Link to Joy Tuesday Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/890161679782990 Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Please accept this invitation to join me and other joy seekers for “Joy Tuesday”, a revolution in bringing more joy to your life through intentional acts of joy through gratitude and vulnerability. You can do this any day, it doesn’t have to be Tuesday, but have a listen to this episode and think of small ways you can be intentional about (as Brené says) experiencing the scariest emotion known to humans and expanding your window for letting it into your life. Link to Joy Tuesday Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/890161679782990 Link to Brené and Oprah’s interview clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKV0BWSPfOw Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
When you’re stuck in one place with a desire to be somewhere else, it’s not always as easy to move forward as we think it should be. In this episode Michelle talks about why this is and what to do about it. She also shares her own struggles in this area and announces some plans for 2024 as she takes her own steps to walking the talk. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Calm down is not the answer. In this episode of Unbridled Living I talk about some of the most unhelpful things you can say to someone who is struggling with nerves. I also share some ideas on what IS helpful and how saying nothing can potentially be even more powerful. This isn’t just for what you can say to others, but it could also be used as your personal dialogue when you're using self-talk to get yourself back into the zone and ready to take confident action. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
I believe truth has a frequency. We can feel it, but we can also hear a truth. In this episode, I talk about two occasions when I heard the same truth and how I unpacked the lesson that came with it. My son was the bearer of the first lesson as he helped me shoot a nerf gun of all things. Use this episode as a primer for listening for your own truths and messages you need for growth. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
If you’re on a journey back to the truth of who you are or integrity and authenticity, there are some questions you can ponder to help. In this episode I unpack a list of powerful questions that will help you discover where you may have left pieces of yourself and where you may be avoiding exposing all that you are and what you’re capable of. So often we lose ourselves in service to others and in pleasing others. Becoming aware of where we may have done this is a big help in coming back home - to yourself. You can find the list of questions to copy for your journal or to ponder in the show notes. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
It’s no secret that when you’re stressed, you might be more sensitive or reactive. Have you considered that it might literally impact the way you see the world? When we are stressed, we are more apt to be defensive and see a different perspective than we would if we were to see it from a more relaxed state. In this episode I (Michelle) share a story from when I was highly dysregulated and “lost it” on my neighbor. It’s totally embarrassing but I’m sharing to help the masses prevent this from happening to them! It was a learning opportunity and I’m so grateful for the example my neighbors set for me. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
I don’t believe that your hardships or how hard you work make you any more deserving of success. I understand this is an unpopular belief in a society driven by the hustle culture. We would all love to see someone who has struggled for years win. But can we also be happy for those who found success without the blood sweat and tears? In this episode, I’ll tell you why I think deservedness is your birthright and everyone deserves it no matter how hard they work. I’ll also talk about how we can’t confuse it with entitlement. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
We’re wired for safety and we find safety in numbers. But the magic isn’t in following the crowd or masses. In this episode Michelle encourages listeners to discern what’s right for them rather than just doing what everyone else is doing. The more we can tune into our own knowing and the compass we have within, the more we can align with the path that’s meant for us. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
In this episode I talk about how many of us were raised on the belief that if you don’t ride during the week, you don’t deserve to go on the weekend. I believe this can be a limiting belief and is likely the reason many women have quit competing or quit horses all together. Especially when they get to the “making meals, changing diapers, moving water trucks, baling hay, working full time and driving a combine” stage of life. While it can be difficult to motivate young people without the use of shame, I think we need a better strategy. I believe you still deserve to be there if you missed a few days of riding this week. There needs to be a balance of maintaining a horse’s fitness level and a life away from horses. You deserve to be there, that has nothing to do with how much you rode this week. Give this one a listen and get yourself some permission to seek this balance.
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Whether you’ve ever been drawn to hike in Utah or not, I hope this episode inspires you to go on your own adventure. Spending time on your own is a good opportunity to clear your energy and tune into your inner compass. Your adventure need not be grand, it can be to your local park or your own backyard. Adventure within your means, but don’t let adventure sneak out of your life. In this episode I talk about my recent solo adventure to Utah and many of the serendipitous events. You’ll hear how I follow my own compass and listen for clues and messages I need to hear along the way. You can do this too, in your own guided way.
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In this episode I unpack a few themes and reflect on the work I’ve been doing over the last year. I talk about the not so fun side of growth and ascension and the hard work that’s done when digging into our shadows. Personal growth and healing isn’t a one and done type of event, it’s a journey back to yourself and in this episode I’m sharing how that’s been looking for me. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
If showing up authentically in our “unbridled life” means being who you truly are, do you know who that is? Many of us have never considered who we truly are, we’re simply reacting to who the world believes us to be. What if all this time you’ve been “being” who others believe you to be, rather than who you truly are in your heart and soul. Michelle shares some questions that will help you explore and discover who you really are and encourage you to continue to pursue this truth. Your horses and animals will be the first ones to let you know when you’re heading in the right direction. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
A broken heart isn’t just an expression, it can really happen. The grief and trauma we go through as humans that is normalized, can also have an impact on our hearts. In this episode, I share how we can subconsciously create a wall around our hearts with the intent on protecting ourselves from hurt. The result however is that we’ve created a wall that potentially blocks love from getting in and out. I believe it can also impact our ability to feel our hearts and lead from the heart so that we can truly lead an unbridled life. Fortunately, this energy block can be healed and cleared but for starters listen to learn how it happens. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/
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Whatever reel is playing in your head, is what you’re training your subconscious to show more of. Thoughts become things, energy flows where attention goes, you are what you think and all those other sayings are true for a reason. Your brain is constantly wiring and rewiring, changing shape and consistency based on your primary thoughts. In this episode, I talk about some personal examples of how this can impact your life and how to override our natural instincts to look for and focus on the negative things. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Are we lying when we tell someone we are “fine” when we are actually really struggling? Or do we get a bye on that lie because everyone does it? What if we started being a little more vulnerable and truthful and shared how we are for real? In this episode I talk about how to ask whether someone has the space for your truthful share, and how to allow someone the space to share with you. Maybe if we were a little better at hearing others, people would be more apt to share. And if someone felt more comfortable sharing, maybe we would save someone from the hard stuff they’re carrying. There’s a time and place for this, and I go over that and more in this episode. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
It seems we all have a long list of things we “should” be doing. But when was the last time you stopped the should loop and asked yourself how accurate this list really is? Does it align with an unbridled life? Are the things on the list even yours? Are you not doing the things that are legitimate shoulds because you’re doing things that you’ve always thought you should do instead? You guessed it, in this episode we are talking about all the ways we “should” ourselves. I’ll share how we snuff out our energy instead of using that energy for something that lights us up (and how to stop that!). Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
It’s one thing to desire to practice or pursue an unbridled life, but it’s another to actually ask the things that try to hold you back, to step aside. In this episode we explore the different energies and resistance that can keep us from living the life our soul calls us to (no matter how many resources we have backing us to do so). All of these sticking points apply to chasing your dreams in an unbridled way, not just living the life. Just having the awareness of the things that might be keeping you from “unbridling” is a big step in getting there. This episode will help you with that. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with MichelleClick here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
While you pursue your goals and unbridled life, are you remembering to consider yourself? Not just self love and self care, but actually considering whether what you’re doing is for you? Does it light you up? Does it make your heart flutter? And while you’re in pursuit, are you remembering to take time for rest and repair? Building a strong foundation requires time for integration and letting the “concrete” set. How is your ability to rest? Have you tested it? We cover all of this in this one! Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
In this episode we uncover how we can be driven or held back from what we took on as our own before the age of 7. The bulk of our beliefs, values, stories and views are programmed into our subconscious mind before the age of 7. We may think we are grown up and have a mind of our own, but more often than not, our choices are being influenced by programs that are running in the background. In this episode Michelle talks about how this happens and how we can start changing these stories so that we can continue to live a life untethered from the past. Next Level Mindset Mini Course: https://michelledavey.com/minicourse/ Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
I believe that truly living an unbridled life means living true to yourself. This means being yourself and knowing who that is, even when it’s uncomfortable to do so. Living authentically requires a lot of bravery as society and our innate nature pushes us to conform and fit in. As far as our nervous systems are concerned, fitting in is safest. Join me as I explore why authenticity is important, but why it can sometimes feel challenging. Through this conversation I hope you’re inspired to let your “weird” out and lean into it. We can be weird together, but differently! Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
This episode will require you to show up with an imagination and follow along. What if the game of life was simply to expand your personal biodome and increase your personal health through life experiences? The walls of your biodome (aka comfort zone) are built from your limiting beliefs, past experiences, and fears. All you have to do is regulate your nervous system to move and expand your game experience. Would you be willing to play? You can even collect badges and awards if you decide to enter into certain experiences! Listen in to see how it works and why anything worth doing is outside the “biodome”. Join the ConversationWant to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Goal setting is good, but how about soul listening and intuition following when it comes to achieving things? In this episode I talk about considering how you want to feel while moving towards goals, as well as tuning into what you truly desire rather than what makes sense, or what everyone else is doing. Many of us are focused on the blood sweat and tears it takes to meet a goal instead of finding ease and pleasure on the way to success. Listen in and see if you can gain some ideas on moving towards the achievements you desire, while operating in the vibration of the result you long for. Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Rocker Steiner took the pressure off the barrel racers early on in the NFR as the couch jockeys and keyboard warriors had a lot to say about his behavior. While I believe everyone should play within the rules, in this episode I share why I feel Rocker is a pretty normal and healthy 18 year old just trying to live true to himself. Those of us looking to live an authentic and unbridled life, could learn a few things from him. Join me in this episode where I share the reason why he’s probably marked safe from cancer, why we should cut him some slack and why I’m inspired. Join the Conversation Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Work with Michelle Click here for a list of services and 1:1 offers.
Living “unbridled” can be one of those easier said than done things. I’m not even sure it’s something we master, it’s simply something to be intentional about. In this episode I talk about the forces and systems out there that go against our desire to follow our hearts and live unbridled. From governments to our own nervous system, there’s a lot of energy hitting us from different angles suggesting we live small inside a safe little cage. Brining this all into our awareness is a first step in stepping away from its influence. We do that in this episode.
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In this episode we’re reminded to live. Each day we are closer to death, so why wait to start living an “unbridled life” and the one you dream of? I share several stories of people being spared death by a force greater than them, and the lessons that can be learned from not dying. Take these lessons and implement them into your own life so that you don’t need to receive them yourself in real-time.
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Every new book starts with an introduction setting the scene. In this inaugural episode of “Unbridled Living”, I share where we’ve been and where we’re going.
The thing is, your ideal performance state is not simply found in your head. Your brain and your body are connected. Your stories, beliefs and boxes, they are connected too. How you live Monday through Friday is connected to your ride on Saturday. There is no separation, you are an entire unit of magic. We can't simply “think” our way out of our issues for a reason.
One of the reasons why I'm moving away from "The Rider's Mind" brand and podcast name is because of this. It's not just about what you have in your mind. I share more about this shift in this first episode. I hope you enjoy it and you’ll join this movement as we make waves together.
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This wasn’t something I had planned at all, but it is something I know with my heart and soul is the right thing to do. It’s not just for me, but for you too. This is the end of the Rider’s Mind Podcast and the beginning of something new. Rider Mindset work is just a sliver of what I can offer you and moving forward, I look forward to leading you in a more expansive way (that will still help you with your rider mindset, but so much more).
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We are wired for negativity so we must make an intentional effort to rewire or override that programming. It is easy to declare a “bad ride” even when 90% of it actually went really well. In this episode I share the Two Good Things habit that will help you get more of the good things from every ride.
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In this episode I encourage you to get intune with your own knowing. Stop giving away your power to someone else while betraying your own knowing. It’s excellent to ask for help and seek out professional opinions, just get clear on what feels good and not good to you, so you know which opinions, methods (and facts) to adopt as your own.
There are many reasons why it is difficult to trust yourself and I discuss some of them in this episode.
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In this episode Michelle talks about how at any given equine event, we are all dealing with something. Many of us are packing past trauma and dysregulated nervous systems so it’s a wonder there aren't more “words” shared at events. Being considerate of what others are going through, but also recognizing when you’ve been out of line, can go a long way.
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In this episode Michelle talks about how at any given equine event, we are all dealing with something. Many of us are packing past trauma and dysregulated nervous systems so it’s a wonder there aren't more “words” shared at events. Being considerate of what others are going through, but also recognizing when you’ve been out of line, can go a long way.
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Coming back from a summer hiatus, Michelle shares what is on the horizon for The Rider’s Mind Podcast and puts out a call for guest suggestions. She shares an exercise that everyone could benefit from doing if they’re looking to cultivate more joy in their life.
Welcome back to the next season of the Rider’s Mind!
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Coming back from a summer hiatus, Michelle shares what is on the horizon for The Rider’s Mind Podcast and puts out a call for guest suggestions. She shares an exercise that everyone could benefit from doing if they’re looking to cultivate more joy in their life.
Welcome back to the next season of the Rider’s Mind!
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In episode 140 of the Rider's Mind Podcast we have a special guest Kathlyn Hossack with RideWell Performance, Kathlyn has been helping me with my own riding and it's opened a lot of doors to discovery and awareness within my own body and we have her here today to help explain some of that and what's been creating the results from the inside out. We talk about the nervous system, we talk about somatics, the female cycle, how it impacts your riding. Kathlyn brings a lot of experience from a lot of different areas of expertise that I think will lend itself well to our understanding of our body and how it impacts our riding.
You can learn more about Kathlyn and the Ridewell Method on her website https://www.ridewellperformance.ca/ find her on Instagram and Facebook at @ridewellperformance
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If you're working on something new right now, if you're learning something new, you may feel like a complete beginner and I'm with you there. But I've got a good reframe for you here today that will help you through these uncomfortable feelings. Stay tuned.
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Today I talk about how forcing things, trying to make things happen, trying to control situations is really something that we could benefit from getting away from. We see that in our rides and runs that any time we try to make a horse do something that doesn't work out for us. Whenever we try to control an outcome, whether it's in a relationship or in business, we usually learn lessons around that. So let's talk about this particular lesson today about how, when we force things, trying to make things happen generally doesn't turn out that well for us (and what to do instead).
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Those of us on a personal growth journey, a journey to a more mindful life, to better health and wellness know it’s not an easy road. There is work that needs to be done and it does not always feel easy. Sometimes we may end up questioning why we're doing this. It was just easier to live in our heads. Ignorance was bliss. It was easier to not know, and this journey of self growth can come with its challenges. It comes with its hills, it comes with its valleys, and I want to talk about those valleys today. And hopefully, if you are in a valley, this will give you some inspiration, to have some grace with yourself and to have patience as you work through and you wait for your opportunity to take action when the time is right to move to the next level.
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Simply your intention to connect and create a deeper relationship with your horse is powerful. It really is. But as you go deeper down the trail, you might come across a few blocks that are keeping you from going even deeper. I’ll be discussing 4 of these blocks that you may encounter along your journey. With a greater awareness, you can start to clear and heal any of these blocks you might resonate with.
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So often we think of our nerves, our nervousness, as something super negative and something that we don't want to have. But I really want to shift your perspective on this and have you recognize that your nervous system is working for you. Once you get to know it a little better, to know how to massage this energy into something that is going to serve you well and help you achieve your ideal performance state. I think you’ll see how your nerves are not your enemy, but an energy to work with as an ally.
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There are no winners at the pity parties, people. Let's not stay there for too long. It's okay to have big feelings. It's okay to feel like you're a complete failure, but you don't want to stay there. You will fail when you’re chasing big dreams. That’s part of life’s design. The question is: How will you handle it when you fail? Are you prepared for that?
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I love getting questions submitted for the podcast and we have a good one today. This question was from someone suffering from “barrel racing burnout”. No matter what event you compete in, I’m sure you can relate to the feeling of being drained from doing things you love and having all kinds of feelings come up about it. Today my answer covers a lot of ground, but comes back to remembering to give yourself space and grace.
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When we comment, text or engage in any type of conversation, whether it be in person or especially online, we are subscribing to an energy. There is an energetic thread through this conversation that we are connecting to, which is exposing us to the energy of those that we connect to. By bringing this into your awareness you’ll be better able to make an informed decision as to whether you want to “subscribe” to the energy or take a step back from a conversation that has your attention. Give this one a listen if you’d like tips on how to decide if you should chim in or not.
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In this episode I bring into awareness when we're “shoulding” ourselves, when we are saying we should do things when we enter events, because everyone else is doing them, where we think that we should be there, because it's just logical and makes sense. I've got a few questions and thoughts for you to ponder today to keep tabs on when you're “shoulding yourself” and when you're actually doing things that light you up, that you truly align with.
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If you're anything like me, you love taking in information, whether it's through courses or podcasts or books, or going to clinics, and the best part is when you learn something new and you can quickly implement what you’ve learned and you can do it like a pro right away. But the most frustrating thing is when you learn something and then you never implement it or you learn something or you can't do it right away. So you throw in the towel, and that's not really fair, because everything we learn needs some time to percolate, to marinate, to become part of you, so that you can move closer to mastery.
In this episode I want to talk about giving yourself some grace while this new information integrates or while you're implementing this new information. You really shouldn't have an expectation of learning something and then instantly being pro, but for some of us that seems to be the unconscious expectation, an unfair expectation, and that's what we’ll explore in this episode.
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As Dr. Seuss says, there's no one youer than you and in this episode of the Rider's Mind Podcast, I talk about how, getting to know yourself, whether it's through a personality test or just really assessing who you are, has big benefits.
It can be really empowering and we can find confidence in recognizing that we are very different and we're wired differently for a reason. The more we can show up our horses in our true authentic nature, the more confidence they will find in us as we're showing up as the energy that they are actually tapping into and seeing, instead of acting a certain way that we think we "should" show up as because we have conformed to society or our community and what has felt safe for us.
In this episode we explore the importance of learning more about yourself, how you're wired and how you can use that to essentially hack your system, to recognize your strengths and weaknesses, so that you can use all of these different aspects of yourself to turn them into superpowers.
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Envy and jealousy are two emotions that I don’t imagine anyone loves feeling. Maybe you’re not aware you have them or perhaps it really bothers you when they hit. These emotions are part of the human experience, and this episode I’ll talk about how to use them to your advantage. I don’t mean in a competitive sense, but to use the emotions as intel as to what’s really important to you, or to transmute the energy that will serve your highest good.
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From the set of movies and the popular series Heartland, to Canadian Pro rodeos and the NFR, Alberta’s Niki Flundra has made a living through horses and horsemanship.
In this episode we learn more about Niki and all aspects of her business with horses. We even chat about how she prepares her horses for stunts in movies. She offers us some tips on connecting with our horses and a unique perspective on horsemanship from a performance perspective.
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Join this inspiring conversation with Michele Pankiew, a top 30 qualifier at the 2022 American. Michele is an Alberta Mom chasing her dreams just like so many of us aspire to do. She shares the lessons and her mindset struggles and limiting beliefs that came up along her journey and how she overcame them. I think you’ll see parts of yourself in her story and I hope you’ll also be inspired by what she has shared as she reflects on her Texas adventures this past January and February.
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Fuel prices are climbing fast. We need to band together to save money, but you might be like me and you normally would be selective about your travelling partners and prefer to travel alone. It might be time to reconsider that option. You might be looking at buddying up to make it feasible to head to events near and far. If so, listen to these tips for travelling partners before you make plans with your travel buddies!
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It’s not the person sitting on the fence that deserves the credit, it’s YOU. You’re the one doing the work, daring greatly, being vulnerable, failing and getting back up. In this episode, I want you to recognize how important it is to take some credit and thank yourself for your success.
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Consider this your invitation to join me for my Joy Tuesday experiment. In this episode, I’ll share some ways that you can implement Joy Tuesday in your life. Let’s see if we can create a movement to elevate our vibrations and access the energy of joy!
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If you cry when other people cry, you might need Kleenex while you listen. This isn’t an easy topic, but in this episode I’ll talk about why it’s so hard to lose a horse. I share some ideas for feeling better about the decisions you might have to make when saying goodbye.
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In this episode, I’m making the case for why horsemanship is an inside job. I’ll give you some ideas for what you can work on to increase your ability to connect with horses and develop your skills as a horseman. I feel like when we focus on this, there is a beautiful ripple effect for our horsemanship and the lines of communication with your horse become clearer.
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If you ride more than one horse, you might be wondering how you can effectively switch back and forth. In this episode, I share how energy, intention and awareness are important when you move from one horse to another, both in competition and at home.
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It seems like there is never enough time for the things you love to do. In this episode, I’ll tell you how to make more time for yourself and your horse activities.
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At any age and stage, you can change your brain and “learn new tricks”. I’m creating a bootcamp for your mind. If you compete with horses and want to create new neural connections that serve you well, Mental Toughness Bootcamp is for you!
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Your knees are knocking, you’re getting lightheaded and you’re not sure why you signed up for this event. You’re feeling very vulnerable. Your heart is racing, your legs are stiff, you can’t take deep breaths…it’s not a great feeling, but it’s a very common feeling. In this episode, I’ll share why it feels so vulnerable when we are competing with our horses.
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I’ve recently been part of several different challenges. I’m going to be running a challenge for you to build your mental toughness skills starting on January 17th. In this episode, I’ll share how challenges have worked for me and my family, plus tell you about the upcoming Mental Toughness Challenge!
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In this episode, I’ll share a few things you can do to keep your mindset and mental resilience sharp in the off season.
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I think we all know the feeling of when you’ve been grinding it out and doing the work, but things are just not working out. In this episode, I’ll share how to shift that energy and find something good while you’re waiting for things to work out.
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What should you do when your horse walks away from you and appears not to want to be caught? In this episode, I’ll share what this might mean and what to do about it.
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If you’re a hardcore competitor who has been conditioned to believe that you have to ride every day to be successful, this might be challenging for you to hear. It’s ok to take a day off. Sometimes, you’re better off not to ride. Listen to this episode for an explanation of the times you shouldn't ride.
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What are you thinking about? If thoughts become things, what are you creating? If you look at the life you have now, can you think back to see how you created this reality? Is this the life you thought about most? The one that you feared most? Did you create this life? We have the power to create good things with our thoughts. In this episode, I’ll share how you can focus your thoughts to bring about good things!
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I could call this episode “everything I wish I’d said in Episode 109” because it includes all the things that came to me on the topic of alter egos after recording the last episode. In this episode, I’ll share some of the problems with creating an alter ego and why you should aim to outgrow your alter ego.
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I have a quick tip for you courtesy of Beyoncé. I think you’ll be able to take this to the bank as you step into your cowboy boots and head to the arena.
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Here on the Rider’s Mind Podcast, we talk a lot about our minds and how what we have going on up top impacts our horses. Today we are taking a different twist and talking with physiotherapist Keira Forsyth from Equus Physio about how the rider’s body and potential asymmetries impact the horse. Interestingly enough, working on our bodies also benefits the mind!
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I am excited and honoured to have Josh Nichol join me on the podcast! From inside the rider's mind to that of the horse, we cover all the bases here in this podcast with Josh Nichol, creator of Relational Horsemanship.
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Being able to regulate your nervous system and being able to go between the parasympathetic and sympathetic are key to finding your ideal performance state. It’s important to be able to manage your nervous system and recognize how you’re showing up throughout the week. After listening to this episode, I hope you’ll be able to see how things outside of competition can impact your ability to show up for your horse.
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I get a kick out of reading all of the suggestions given when someone asks how to deal with nervousness. There are always lots of suggestions, but most of them are “first aid” responses. You can do first aid for nervousness when it hits, but you can also get to the root of the issue. In this episode, I talk about both ways to deal with nervousness.
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If you’ve entered a big event and now you’re freaking out, this episode is for you. If you’re entered, but you feel unprepared or worried or not good enough, I’m here to help. Let's get you ready to show up with confidence at your next big event!
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In this episode, we are going to talk about riding naked… not in the literal sense though. This episode is about showing up with vulnerability and exposing yourself in your run.
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Do you ever feel like someone is just absolutely out to lunch with their beliefs? You’ve maybe been feeling like this a lot lately. There seem to be a lot of polarizing topics out there right now. It can feel like other people’s thoughts and beliefs are so far from your own. In this episode, I’ll talk about why we have different beliefs and how we can approach others with a little more kindness and grace.
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You’ve got a great horse and you’re ready to step up to the next level. So, what’s stopping you? You might be saying you haven’t started yet because you have a full time job, you have kids, you don’t have the money, you’re too heavy, you have a bum knee or you don’t have a good enough trailer. In this episode, I've got an answer that will help you handle any of these obstacles and take it to the next level.
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In this episode, I’m talking about a social media post I wrote called The Mirror. For me, the mirror is about two things: the horse mirroring your own beliefs and a mirror where you decide what you see. You have a choice every day about the reality you choose to see in the mirror. Will you choose to see the person who has unlimited potential?
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I think it’s important to be able to recognize the signs of when you’re leaving your comfort zone, so you can acknowledge the feelings and then go ahead and do it anyway! Many of the feelings that come up when you’re about to do something awesome just mean you’re moving out of your comfort zone. When you move into uncharted waters, your brain doesn’t like the unpredictability of what is happening and sometimes this generates fear. Listen to this episode for some signs that you’re moving outside of your comfort zone and closer to achieving your goals!
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I’ve been doing a thing lately… training to run 5 kilometers. I’ve had a lot of thoughts while running and I’m excited to share some of the lessons I’ve learned with you in this episode!
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Have you ever had the feeling that you left your head on the fence post when you headed into the arena to show? After your run, you aren’t sure where you were or how you managed to complete your run. You weren’t thinking and you don’t remember what happened. You might not even remember your run when you watch the video of it. I have a theory on why you’re checking out. In this episode, I share how you can learn to stay present and lead your horses through a ride or run instead of leaving your brain at the gate.
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I have a couple of approaches for you to use when you don’t see the way out of your situation and are having trouble finding answers to your problems. These are strategies I use when I’m in a sticky situation and I think you can put them to the test too. Sometimes taking a different perspective can help you find a way forward.
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Our brains are like bodyguards working behind the scenes to keep us alive. That’s why we like outcomes that are highly predictable. We like when we have an idea of how things are going to go. Whether or not we’re prepared with our horses can affect how our brain perceives the competition situation and decides if it’s a threat or not. In this episode, I discuss how we’re wired to love predictability and how that might impact your riding.
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Don’t let the fear of getting it wrong stop you from getting started. This idea is really meaningful to me right now. I’ve been thinking about getting started with new ideas with horses and trying to overcome some resistance about getting out to ride. Listen to this episode for ideas about how you can get out of rider’s block if you’ve also been feeling some resistance to spending time in the saddle.
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In this episode, I share how the unhealed traumas you have might be impacting your health, your body and maybe even your ability to ride. When you stuff those skeletons in the closet and don’t deal with them, it can impact your ability to ride fluidly and communicate clearly with your horse.
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When I started learning about habits and repatterning, it really helped me empathize with horses and how it can sometimes be hard for them to create new habits. Knowing how habits are created through neural pathways has given me a lot of respect for horses and how fast they learn. In this episode, I talk about repatterning our thoughts and creating new neural pathways for better habits.
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In this episode, I’m excited to introduce you to my friend and soul coach, Cristy Duce. I had some questions about feminine and masculine energy, so we decided to record our conversation to share with you. Listen to learn more about how you can find harmony between your yin and yang energies.
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I’ll be happy when….I know I’ll be good when....Once I do this, I’ll feel better…
If you’re attaching your happiness to an outcome, it’s very possible that you are suffering from destination addiction. In this episode, I talk about the possibility that the whole idea of the human experience is to be happy right now...not when you reach some future destination
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We cover a lot in this episode with special guest Adelle Stewart. She’s got background with speaking, horses and health & wellness. In this episode, we talk about embracing a healthier lifestyle, levelling up, overcoming adversity and living your best life!
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This episode is very personal as I share some of the troubles I’ve had with my own body image. I discuss the limiting beliefs and stories that we may have around weight. I also talk about whether or not weight really affects our horses as much as we think it does or if we’re just using weight to confirm our own lack of enoughness. You’ll learn about what I’ve dealt with in the past and how I’m now dealing with it in the present.
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I may have had a fangirl moment when Leslie Kinsel replied to one of my newsletter emails. My email was about the concerns I have with the barrel racing industry and how it can be hard to watch the lack of horsemanship. Leslie offered to help, so I took her up on that offer and she’s here to help by sharing her wisdom.
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It’s like we vow to never quit on a horse, but what if quitting is sometimes the right answer? What if we called it surrender? Would that make you feel better about not following through with a horse? Maybe you’re not the right person for this horse. Maybe this horse is not the right horse for you. In this episode, I talk about figuring out when it’s time to throw in the towel and when you should continue to grind it out with a horse.
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Mental toughness is really about being vulnerable and not really about being tough at all. You might have the tendency to think you need to cowgirl up, grind it out and be tough to do the things that feel challenging for you, but I think it’s more about being brave enough to be vulnerable.
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Partnership is not imperative to win, but if you love horses, partnership is the icing on the cake. Partnership allows you to take it to the next level and compete with connection and synergy. You’ll get the most out of your horse when they feel a connection with you.
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In this episode, I’m going to have you tune into your energy when I talk about performance in two different ways. I want you to notice which one feels best to you. I also want you to think about which one your horse will receive the best.
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In this episode, I’m going into detail about the presence pillar of the Mindful Barrel Racer Framework. It’s all about being present, not only in body, but also in mind and in spirit. Being present can impact your horse and your horsemanship and there are opportunities to practice presence every day.
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I’m often not impressed by a lot of things that I see happen at barrel races. There are too many examples of poor horsemanship. Change is coming and you’re welcome to come along for this ride. In this episode, I’m calling on all equestrians who recognize the benefits of becoming more aware of our actions in the saddle to join my movement towards conscious and intentional partnering with our horses
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In this episode, I share why mindset matters and how the 3 pillars of my Mindful Barrel Racer Framework can help you succeed with your horse. Learn more about the importance of Presence, Partnership and Performance and how the combination of all 3 work together.
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I’ve been studying the horse’s nervous system and learning to pay attention to their state of arousal. I’ve been training with this in mind and I’m excited to share with you what I’ve learned! In this episode, you’ll find out more about influencing your horse’s nervous system and how you can keep your “pressure puzzle” stuck together.
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This Q&A episode will help you overcome a challenging incident with your horse. If your horse has run up the wall, tripped and fell, struggled at the gate or faced some other challenge, try these strategies to help you reset after a bad experience
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You’ve probably heard the saying “learn to do by doing.” In this episode, I tell you all about learning by watching. You have special neurons called mirror neurons that allow you to learn by observing. Listen and learn how to use these neurons to your advantage!
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The reasons you’re not winning have nothing to do with how fast your horse is, your training style, the path you’re taking around the barrels, your farrier, the vet work that needs done, your draw number or your traveling partners. Yes, they can all impact you, but those aren't the surprising reasons I'm talking about today. In this episode, I share how your subconscious thoughts and beliefs can lead to self-sabotage and prevent you from winning.
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Have you heard of the highlight reel? It’s when you see someone and they tell you about the two awesome things going on in their life and now, you also see the highlights reel on social media. You see all the fun and awesome things in others’ lives but, it doesn’t necessarily mean all aspects of their lives are awesome. Just like when someone shares an awesome video of their horse, it doesn’t mean it’s been awesome getting there or that all of their other horses are awesome. In this episode, I talk about the highlight reel and how to handle our ego and the need to compare.
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Nancy Csabay is a two-time Canadian champion barrel racer and the owner of Little Miss Wicked, the 2015 Canadian Barrel Racing Horse with the Most Heart. Nancy has been named the Pro Rodeo Canada Cowgirl of the Year and has qualified for the CFR 7 times on 3 different horses. She has hosted barrel racing retreats with a focus on the rider, bringing attention to the mental, physical, and emotional aspects of our lives and how it affects our barrel racing. Nancy’s interview really resonated with me and I hope it will resonate with you too.
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Whether you call it your “spiny senses”, “gut feeling”, “intuition” or your “knowing”, I believe we all have this sense. In this episode, I give you some ideas of how to use your intuition. This is an “encore episode” of Episode 48: Trust Your Vibes. I trust that this is the message you need right now. If you’ve listened to this episode before, I think you might hear something differently if you listen again. If it’s your first time listening, enjoy!
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This episode is about goal setting for 2021. I’ve never been much of a goal setter, but I do feel it’s important to have something you’re working towards. When things get tough, you’ll remember what you’re working for and have an incentive to do what needs to be done to get you there. I’ll explain how to focus on who you need to be in order to achieve the things you want to achieve.
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In this episode, I share about how we can easily end up manifesting negative things in our lives because of our fears. This is a relevant topic right now because our collective energy is fearful as we face a global pandemic. In this episode, I'll help you become aware of that fearful energy so you can clear it and focus on love, abundance and health.
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Professional horse trainer and clinician, Phil Haugen joins me for this episode. Phil has over 30 years of training experience. He has competed in calf roping, team roping and saddle bronc riding in the PRCA. He has developed a unique training program, which is focused on fundamentals. In this episode, Phil shares advice from his journey to becoming the horseman he is today.
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Maybe you’ve wondered what I’m talking about when I say “Ride the Stride”. It has both literal and figurative meaning for me. In this episode, I’ll share what it means to Ride the Stride and tell you the backstory of how I developed this phrase.
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Are you a fair weather rider? It can be hard to get motivated to ride on cold winter days. This episode is based on a listener question from the The Rider’s Mind Community and I’m talking all about finding your winter riding groove (or not…)
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There are some horsepeople who may negatively impact your vibe and your ride. You want to avoid the person who gives unsolicited advice, the one-upper and the energy vampire. In this episode, I'll help you recognize these three types of people and share some strategies for dealing with them.
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It used to be that horses were a vehicle for transportation. Many people use horses as a vehicle for personal gain, including gaining accolades or status. What if we looked at horses as a vehicle for TRANSFORMATION? In this episode, I encourage you to celebrate the ways your horses have facilitated your transformation.
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You might often think or say “I’m so nervous” but have you ever taken time when you’re not nervous to think about the root cause of your nervousness? There are lots of reasons why you might feel nervous. In this episode, I explore some causes of nervousness, so you can be more aware of what's going on when you feel nervous. Awareness of the causes of your nervousness is the first step to overcoming it.
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Nobody wants to be a quitter. Everybody wants a chance to play, but sometimes you have to make the tough decision to turn out of an event. In this episode, I share what goes through my mind when I consider turning out.
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You want to be your horse's health advocate so he can show up and be his best self. This means assembling a team of people who know your horse and your style. It also means using your intuition and doing preventative maintenance. Listen to this episode to hear more about doing your due diligence to ensure your horse can be at its best.
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If you are willing to accept the support of the spirit world and the collective unconscious. you will be well supported with signs and symbols to guide you on your journey. In this episode, I talk about how you can ask for symbols and signs, how to start seeing them and how to figure out what they mean.
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Your rebound rate is your ability to pick yourself up and bounce back from bigger setbacks. In this episode, I’ll give some advice about how to get back on track after a setback.
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In this episode, I talk about recoveries in terms of getting yourself out of active thoughts and into a neutral mental state. This is a helpful practice to use in all aspects of your life and it’s very useful when you go to compete. Being able to recover from a thinking, active state and move into a neutral state will allow you to focus for competition and ride the stride in your run.
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We all want to win and find success, but when we get to the top, there can be some awkward feelings. Sharing your success on social media or talking about your wins can feel like you’re bragging. In this episode, I’ll dig into those awkward feelings you might have about sharing your success. It’s time to get comfortable with pride!
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There are both pros and cons to having a routine. In this episode, I'll share some of the benefits you can gain from having a pre-run routine and also some cautions on what to avoid when establishing your routine.
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You know you should be more positive. You know the benefits of a positive outlook, but for some reason, you keep sliding back into negativity. In this episode, I'll tell you why this is normal and how you can make the shift to being more positive.
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I’ve been asked awkward questions and have heard some awkward comments… Are you any good? Aren’t most barrel racers tiny little things? Do you make any money at that? In this episode, I give some suggestions for answering those awkward questions.
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In this episode, I talk about 3 mindset mistakes that I see often. Do you feel like you're the only one who gets nervous before competition? Are you always striving to make a run happen? Do you scold yourself into working harder? If you are a "yes" to any of these 3, you might be making a mindset mistake that I can help you with.
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Have you ever experienced “monkey mind" when all of your fears become a rush of words and thoughts filling your head? In this episode, I'll share strategies for getting "out of your head" so that you can focus, be present and ride the stride in practice and in competition.
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We work so hard to achieve that first big win, but then we sometimes succumb to the pressure and expectation of being able to win again. This is when choke happens and we find ourselves disappointed. In this episode, I'll share the importance of staying present and learning to ride the stride in order to stay in the winning energy.
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I didn’t always know the importance of self-love. I wasn’t aware of the great impact it would have on my mindset, mental toughness and my overall happiness. In this episode, I share more about self-love and how it can impact your horsemanship and your life.
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Whether you judge them as good habits or bad habits, we all have habits. Habits are behaviors which we repeat enough times that they become automatic. In this episode, I share more about the many layers of habits and highlight some things you'll need to consider when trying to handle your riding habits.
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Self-sabotage is sneaky. It can be happening when you don’t even know it. Self-sabotage includes all the things you (consciously or unconsciously) do which keep you from achieving your dreams and goals. In this episode, I’ll talk about how self-sabotage shows up and how it might be preventing you from moving forward with your goals and dreams.
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Whether you feel like you have emotional baggage or not, there are probably emotions you’re taking with you to the barn. Any kind of structural or emotional imbalance you have is going to affect your horse. In this episode, I talk about emotional baggage and how it impacts your riding and your relationship with your horse.
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Some people may be more in tune to it and some people might call it something else, but we all have it. Everyone can use their intuition, just like everyone can sing; some are better than others. Some of us might need to take lessons or practice to use it better. Some people are naturally intuitive superstars (just as Beyoncé is a singing superstar).
We might call it a gut feeling, or as my Mom says, “your spiny sense”. It’s that feeling you have when things aren’t right or they feel really great and exciting. It’s like your inner compass.
You may have been using intuition all along and not know you have been.
Join me as we discuss your intuition, how it relates to horses and how to learn to trust it.
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We have a huge responsibility as a rider to show up and be our best selves for our horses. Horses are a victim of their circumstances...sometimes they are a victim of their rider. You don’t want to be that rider.
It’s not your horse. It’s you. It’s our job to show up for our horses so they can perform at their highest level. In this episode, I talk about all the responsibilities we have as horse people.
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I’ve had a few people ask questions about avoiding drama. In this episode, I’ll share my suggestions for recognizing the role you play in drama and how you can avoid it.
Drama is like a game or a play. Everyone has their part. If you are trying to avoid drama, you are involved in it.
You are playing a part in the drama triangle.Listen in for more and learn how to unsubscribe from the drama!
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10 years ago, I didn’t even know that being a highly sensitive person was a thing. Once I learned that I am a highly sensitive person, it changed my life. Whether you are a highly sensitive person or not, I think you can learn from this episode.
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Question: How do horses feel your human energy? How do they sense things like underground power lines?
This is an interesting question. I have a “knowing” of this energy through my own feelings and experiences, but I did have to do some research to find out more about this.
Join me as I discuss energy fields and senses in animals and humans.
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If you’ve had the experience of being a successful barrel racer, then stepping back for a while and losing your confidence, this episode is for you. Based on a listener question, I’ll be sharing ideas for getting you back in the game if you’re feeling like time away from barrel racing has left you lacking confidence and doubting yourself.
We go deep into this kind of work in STRIDE, my next level barrel racing coaching program.
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You can learn more about STRIDE here www.michelledavey.com/stride Enrolment is open for just a few more days if you’re reading this when it’s released. Otherwise, be sure to join our waitlist so you can be notified when we open again.
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If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
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Join the discussion in the The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll also get tips and videos from me. Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
I took a question from the Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook for this episode. The question is: How can I create a relationship and partnership with a horse, but not be so attached that it’s hard to sell them?
This is definitely something I’ve had to wrap my head around. Being a horse collector, sometimes I’ve had to sell them because we need the money, it’s been the plan all along or because we’ve outgrown them.
Even if you sell the horse, it doesn’t mean you don’t love and appreciate them.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
If you’d like to continue your personal development journey, you’ll love being part of my Stride coaching group. This is a paid next level barrel racing coaching group and you can get on the waitlist at michelledavey.com/stride-wait-list.
Join the ConversationJoin the discussion in the The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll also get tips and videos from me.
I took a suggested topic from the Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook for this episode. Chris asked about having a horse come into your life who has a different level of confidence than you do. If your confidence doesn’t match your horse’s at the moment, how do you level up to match your horse? Or, if you have a less confident horse, how can you match vibrations to be an elite team on the same level?
So, how can you work with your horse’s confidence to be an elite team? Listen in to hear my thoughts on this question.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
If you’d like help to continue your personal development journey, you’ll love being part of my Stride coaching group. This is a paid next level barrel racing coaching group and you can get on the waitlist at http://michelledavey.com/stride-wait-list/
Join the discussion in the The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll also get tips and videos from me.
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I can’t believe we are on the 40th episode! I took suggestions from the Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook for this episode and then had community members vote for the topic they most wanted to hear about. The winning suggestion came from Justine Berg, so she will receive a gift from Stride Wear! Justine said “I’d like to hear more on affirmations and how to develop and maintain a strong belief in our training and ability”. In response to this, I’ll be sharing about affirmations in this episode.
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Positive affirmations are just part of a positive mindset and mindfulness practice. If you’d like more help with continuing this journey, you’ll love being part of my Stride coaching group. This is a paid next level barrel racing coaching group and you can get on the waitlist at michelledavey.com/stride. We just finished a module on visualization and I’m excited to release an interview I did with 10 x NFR Qualifier Molly Powell next.
Breathe deep, stay present, and ride the stride.
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I’ll start a thread about affirmations over in the The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook so you can share your affirmations there! As a member of this community, you’ll also get tips and videos from me.
I was recently asked to share some mindfulness and mindset tips with the Cloverleaf Connection Facebook group. I wanted to make sure you got these tips too, so I’m sharing them with you in this episode. I’ve got some tips and reminders to help you through this challenging time as we deal with restrictions due to COVID19. Try some of these exercises and, when it’s time to compete again, you’ll be ready to hit the road and show up strong! You can use this time to develop great habits that will help you show up in a mentally tough way both in life and in the arena.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me. You can also share questions that you’d like answered on a future podcast. Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook
If there is one mantra I hold near and dear to my heart, it is everything is figureoutable. Marie Forleo coined that term and released an excellent book on it last year. It’s all about the inner knowing that you can figure something out.
Growing up, I had a similar belief. My Mom always said “where there is a will, there is a way”. If you combine that with everything is figureoutable, you’re dynamite! If you believe these two things, you can get anything done.
When you hold these beliefs, you can solve problems.In this episode of the Rider's Mind, I'll discuss how adopting these two beliefs if you haven't already will serve you well. And if you have, let's validate that you're on the right track.
You can figure anything out. With enough will and desire, you’ll find the way.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me. You can also share questions that you’d like answered on a future podcast.
If you’ve lost your mojo for riding, you’re not alone. We are in the midst of COVID19 and we are shut down for all horse events. If you’re used to setting goals and preparing to enter events, you might be lacking the motivation to ride.
Why do you ride?
Part of my “why” is definitely a love of competition. Competition is a way to measure and compare, which is ego-based, but often motivating. When you lose the chance to compete, it leaves just you and your horse. So, do you ride just to prepare for competition or is there more to it?
What is your end-game?
Join me as we look into an approach you can take to come out of this pandemic ready to rock and roll with a more solid horse and a continued love for the sport.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course. https://michelledavey.com/minicourse
Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
It is said that there are only two true emotions: love and fear. If we are in one, we can’t be in the other. There is a lot of fear and uncertainty in the world right now, so this topic applies to both current events and to the arena. Listen to this episode to find out how you can shift from fear to love.
Until then, join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course. https://michelledavey.com/minicourse
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Question: Michelle, how do you do it all?
I have several businesses and I have two kids, plus I get to jackpots and rodeos. I’ve got a lot on the go. So, my short answer to this question is: I don’t do it all. There are many things on my to do list that never get done, there are many things I’d like to do that aren’t likely going to happen and there are many things I should do that I let slide.
I do get a lot of things done. Those are all the things you see. What you don’t see are all the things I don’t get done. I also don’t do it alone. I have help.
I used to want it all, do it all, have it all because I didn’t have enough of what I wanted. Now my attitude is based on the faith that I can want it all, but I trust that all that is actually for me, will come to me and find me and I’ll find space for it in my life. I believe I already have all that I need, so I don’t need to “do” anything to have more.
But how do I get done what I do? Let's chat about that in this episode.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course. https://michelledavey.com/minicourse
Any time someone irritates us, hurts us, annoys us, makes us feel small or makes us feel worthless, we have allowed them to take some of our power. In this episode, I’ll share some tips on taking your power back.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course. www.michelledavey.com/minicourse
Special guest Cali Brown is joining us for this episode. She will tell us about her Gestalt healing methods and how horses can contribute to the growth and transformation of humans. Cali works with horses and humans. She applies Gestalt therapy methods to help people work through pain and trauma to live a more joyful and peaceful life. In her sessions, people have an opportunity to work with a horse as part of their therapy. Different people will engage in different experiences to aid with their healing. Horses intuitively aid in the process.
Connect with Cali at www.consciouseffects.ca
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course. Want to connect or ask me a question? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
It’s hard to know whether our competitive traits come from nature or nurture. There are different perspectives on how we become competitive. Regardless of how it develops, we can beat ourselves by being competitive. For example, if I’m at the barrel race and I see a barrel racer that won last time and I set my goal to outrun her and beat her, that sets me up to worry about what she’s doing rather than focusing on me and my horse.
Ultimately, your only competition is in the mirror. Let's discuss this and more in episode 32 of The Rider's Mind Podcast.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
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You know the feeling when you have soooo much to do. You don’t know where to start. Or you’ve started, but you don’t feel like you’re getting anywhere so you get frustrated and quit. Or you procrastinate because you have so much to do. This is a feeling of overwhelm.
Overwhelm is a choice.
We choose to be stuck in that energy. We don’t have to be in that energy. We put so much energy into the thoughts and wondering where to start that we could have been finished. We end up overthinking and suffering from analysis paralysis. In this episode, I’ll talk about how overwhelm is a choice and what you can do to get going on all those things you need to get done.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to sign up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
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In this episode, I’ll help you think differently about hard work. I’ll tell you about how you can succeed without hard work.
In the western way of life, many of us have been conditioned and trained through the example of our parents to work hard for what you want. Being a hard worker is a very honorable quality. We might think that people who aren’t hard workers are lazy and undeserving of what they have or have achieved.
We hear things like:
Anything worth having doesn’t come easy.You have to earn your keep.Work hard if you want to be successful.You deserve success if you work hard.
What if through your desire to be seen as a hard worker, you are actually making things harder than they need to be?
What if when something comes easy to you, you repel it, reverse it or feel undeserving of it because it wasn’t hard to get? You might have the idea that you didn’t work hard enough for it, so you must not be worthy. It seems kind of twisted, but I know it’s resonating with someone out there.
If you’re looking to make changes to your mindset, be sure to download my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
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In this episode, I’ll be addressing a listener’s question. Question: I typically seek advice from people I trust and respect, but what happens when their advice doesn’t sit right with me? For example: If I believe deep down I’m ready to enter a rodeo and my coach says I should jackpot more first... How do I handle that conflicting feeling between what I feel and what my trusted coach advises? I'll let you know my thoughts in this episode.
If you’re working on improving yourself and your riding, consider signing up for my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
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Have you ever stopped and considered that maybe you were made for more? I know you are. In this episode, I’ll tell you why.
If “playing small” has never been an issue for you, it might be difficult to understand why someone would do that. But for those of you who have been caught in the “playing small” trap, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. We might not understand it, but we know the feeling. It’s a fear of being too much and shining too bright. It’s being worried about drawing too much attention.
When we think about this logically, it doesn’t make sense. We are trying to be the best barrel racer, the best roper, the best reiner….yet we are scared of being seen. This is a problem.
If you feel like you’ve been called for more and you want to be inspired to do more, sign up for my Next-Level Mindset Mini Course and consider joining The Rise of The Mindful Barrel Racer. Join the conversation in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. As a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
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Everyone gets stuck but I’m not sure everyone stops to think about the cost of staying stuck. If you stop to think about it, that cost might be an incentive to dig deep and get going again. In this episode, I’ll share some ideas that might help you get motivated to move forward and level up.
Not everyone is about growth and improving themselves to be more successful and that’s okay. But, I’m going to assume that since you’re here, you are at least a little bit interested in improving yourself. Even though you want to do better and be better, sometimes your mind and your old habits get in your way.
Your old habits, your subconscious programming and your “old ways of doing things” are costing you your dream. It could also be costing you the ability to dream. The price of not allowing yourself to upgrade is costing you a lot of abundance in the form of joy, love, success and even money.
We all have a cell phone or a computer and, periodically, they need to do a software upgrade. What happens when you don’t upgrade your software? Things get sticky, the device slows down and it stops working at its optimum performance level. When you do the upgrades, it’s for a reason and there’s an intention behind it. Upgrades help your device work better. I’m excited to help you get unstuck! If you’ll have me, I’d love to help guide you to the next level!
Next-Level Mindset Mini Course and my online video series called The Rise of The Mindful Barrel Racer. (Yes, you can join even if you don’t barrel race!). This free training series started on February 5, but you can still join and get the replay to catch up.
Join the conversation! Tell us about your experiences in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. Plus,as a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
Want to connect? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
Are you someone your horse wants to follow or does your horse consider you a liability? In this episode, I’ll be sharing ideas about being a good leader for your horse.
Horses are herd animals. They are very instinctual. They look for leadership. They operate in a herd and protect each other. They work together. When you think about your partnership with your horse, ask yourself am I always someone my horse wants to hang around with? Or might your horse interpret your energy as scattered or flighty? When you are nervous or anxious, what message does it send to your horse?
Are you someone your horse wants to follow or is he just along for the ride because he doesn’t have an option?
If you’d like to level-up your mindset, check out my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course.
New great training: The Rise Of The Mindful Barrel Racer launches February 5, 2020 and registration is open today. Join the conversation! Tell us about your experiences with being a leader for your horse in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook. Plus, as a member of this community, you’ll get tips and videos from me!
Want to connect? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
We have a tendency to run from discomfort. We don’t like feeling uncomfortable, so we move. The trouble with that is growth can sometimes feel uncomfortable. What if we are avoiding growth because we don’t like the feeling of it? In this episode, I’ll talk about getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. You might just love what's on the other side of this discomfort.
Join the conversation! Tell us about your experiences with learning to be uncomfortable in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook.
If you need some help with shifting your mindset to take it to the next level, check out my free Next-Level Mindset Mini Course to get started. You’ll receive 3 audio trainings to your inbox for free! Want to connect? Find me on Instagram or Facebook.
In my area, having a barrel racing coach isn’t very common. In some western disciplines and in many English disciplines, having a coach is a given. In some disciplines, it’s common for coaches to come with you to your events. In barrel racing, that isn’t typically the case. In this episode, I will talk about whether or not you should consider getting a coach and how to know you’re ready for a coach.
How do you know if you need a coach? How do you know if you’re ready for a coach?
If you aren’t working with someone, you might be missing opportunities for growth. However, in order to receive coaching, you need to be coachable. Let's talk about this in this episode of The Rider's Mind Podcast.
If you need some help with shifting your mindset, check out my free Next-Level Mindset Mini-Course to get started!
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Have you ever sat ready to compete and wondered, What is wrong with me? Why am I so nervous? I’m here to tell you that you’re not alone. There’s nothing wrong with you. In this episode, I’ll share my suggestions for handling those competition nerves.
As a mindset coach, I’m really big on detecting and clearing limiting beliefs. One limiting belief that a lot of people have is there is something wrong with me. When we are different from others, we sometimes think there is something wrong with us. When it comes to nervousness and anxiety connected to performance, we often think there is something wrong when we feel this way. It can be easy to judge ourselves.
Join the conversation! Share your ideas in The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook.
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Or visit my website MichelleDavey.com/minicourse for the 3 part mini-course that will help you take your mindset to the next level available now.
It’s a new year and it’s time to write goals and make plans for the year. Instead of working towards those goals, I suggest you work on becoming the person who achieves the goals you want to achieve. In this episode, I’ll talk about being who you need to be to get what you want to have.
I’m not one for making resolutions, but I do think this is a good time to reflect on the past year and to look forward to the year ahead. It’s a time to think about what we want to work on, who we want to be and what we want to achieve.
Join the conversation! Tell us what you plan to achieve in 2020 The Rider’s Mind Community on Facebook.
Want to connect? Find me on Instagram or Facebook. Or my website MichelleDavey.com
In this episode, I’ll be answering a question from a listener. I’ll share some tips for connecting and bonding with your horse, even when you’re not riding.
Question: What are some things I can do with my horse that will help build our bond and our partnership when we’re not spending as much time riding since it’s winter?
Hopefully, you get a few days off over the holiday season, the weather cooperates and you have an opportunity to spend some time with your horse. I’m going to be quick with my answer because I want you to get out there and take action on this right away if you can.
So, what can you do to build a bond with your horse even if you’re not riding? Listen on!
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Everyone carries a vibe. What happens when we’re traveling to events and our vibe doesn’t jive with our traveling partner’s vibe? Things can get tricky! In this episode, I’ll talk about your responsibility to protect your own vibe and how others’ energy might be affecting your performance in the arena.
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