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Getting a Leg Up on Your Mind Management
In this episode we revisit the book I introduced you to at the beginning of this season and I finish the episode by discussing the future of Take the Reins.
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Self-Protection in Horses & Humans
This week we look at ways that both us and our horses protect ourselves when we do not have our mental, emotion and physical needs met.
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Is it a personality trait or a symptom?
e start the new year off with a potentially life-changing exercise that can help you understand yourself and your horse on a deeper level.
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Feel the Draw
In this episode I share two bits of very exciting news, our final equestrian author interview and a chat about tuning your awareness into where and what you are feeling drawn to.
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Riding Through It Continued
In this episode I share four more interviews with my equestrian authors of Amazon’s #1 best seller, Riding Through It.
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Hope: Helping Us Ride Through It
In this episode I share some incredible news and three more interviews with my equestrian authors of Riding Through It.
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Grace and Horses
In this episode I share three brief, but incredible interviews to continue introducing you to the authors of my latest book, Riding Through It and I discuss the importance of offering our horses th...
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Mind Management for Equestrians
In this episode I share two brief, but special interviews to begin to introduce you to the authors of my latest book, and I revisit the book I introduced you to at the beginning of this season, Cle...
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How do you know if it’s the right horse?
In this episode I address two questions sent in from listeners that bring us back to some important questions to ask ourselves.
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The Energy of Intention for Equestrians
In this episode I give a quick update and I share lessons reinforced at the Jim Anderson clinic this week and last.
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Do you have a question for Horseman Jim Anderson?
In this episode I share about a very special event that just occurred this past weekend and my excitement heading into a 3 day clinic with Horseman Jim Anderson.
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Resistance: It’s not only in our horses
In this episode I dive into the topic of resistance. It is a topic we speak about a lot in regard to our horses, but when we shift our awareness to what it feels like in our own bodies it can help ...
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Building Equestrian Confidence with John Haime
In this episode I sit down with John haime, a Performance Coach, Speaker, Philanthropist, President of New Edge Performance, and Author of multiple books, including his newest - Ride Big, which he ...
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Self-Leadership as an Equestrian
In this episode I share a stories of using self-awareness to help navigate high pressure situations to make confident decisions using responsible self-leadership.
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Pressure: What it means for you and your horses
In this episode I discuss the phenomenon of pressure and the importance of tuning into our own daily pressures as an equestrian.
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Equestrians Taking Action Beyond Awareness
In this episode I share why I believe the work we are embarking on together is so important, I do a brief reading from Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess by Dr. Caroline Leaf , and I discuss the differen...
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Season 3 Premiere! Settling in for the ride
In this episode we get settled back into our weekly personal growth podcast for equestrians.
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Conversation with Lisa Whalen: Stable Weight
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with author and professor, Lisa Whalen.
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Season 2 Highlights
What a fun episode to produce! I hope you enjoy listening to it just as much as I enjoyed creating it! In this episode I share some of the highlights from Season 2 of Take the Reins.
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Be Still
Todays episode was recorded with a heavy heart. It is dedicated to my Hush Puppy.
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Be Soft
In this episode I share two bits of news for my listeners and share a reading from The Conscious Communicator.
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Do this at home to transform your horsemanship
In this episode I challenge you to shift your awareness of your pace and feel in your everyday life to enhance your horsemanship. I speak about slowing down as a way to find the space to respond ve...
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Conversation with Beth Killough: “What is happening right now?”
In this episode Beth Killough and I dive deeper into the topic of natural leadership, the importance of asking “What is happening right now?”, and using pace and feel to help in all relationships.
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Whether you like it or not…in the most loving way
In this episode I share 3 conclusions I have come to over the last few weeks as a result of reading a social media thread regarding personal development and horsemanship.
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Interview with Jim Masterson & Dylan Silver
In this episode I have the privilege of speaking with Jim Masterson & Dylan Silver where they share the experience of producing the documentary film, “A Mind Like Still Water”.
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Stop guilt in its tracks
In this episode I share my advice on how to move through feelings of guilt as a horse owner.
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How our experiences inform our horsemanship
In this episode I discuss how my own personal experiences and responses to 3 particular situations helps me show up more fairly for my horses.
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Free yourself and your horse from your story
In this episode I have the opportunity to converse with Lisa Hamilton-Smith beyond the Clubhouse rooms we normally meet in.
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Where you are, where you want to go, and how you plan to get there
In this episode I speak about the importance of getting honest about where you are, where you want to go, and how you plan to get there.
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A conversation with: The Mindful Cowgirl
In this episode I have a long-time coming conversation with The Mindful Cowgirl, Kaitlyn Hurst!
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Shaping Relationships with Trust, Respect, Awareness, & Intention
In this episode I share a reading from my book The Conscious Communicator: The Pursuit of Joy and Human Connection Inspired by the Art of Horsemanship
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Interview with Louise Malmstrom: The Science of Manifestation for Equestrians
In this episode I share the airwaves with an incredible woman who shares with us the magic, or science rather, of manifestation for equestrians.
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Seeking like-minded equestrians
In this episode I share 5 ways to proactively create seek out and create the support you need on your equestrian journey!
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Conversation with Felicity Davies: Horsemanship and Mindset
In this episode I share with you a great conversation with fellow podcast host, mindset and horsemanship teacher, Felicity Davies.
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Are you to your horse who you think you are?
In this episode I revisit an important topic I introduced in Season 1 Episode 3: The weight of our words.
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Interview with HayChix: Motherhood, horses, business & so much MORE!
In this episode I bring you one of my all time favourite interviews with the HayChix! I am so grateful to have met and shared insights, laughs, and life lessons with these phenomenal, entertaining,...
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Interview with Mike Moser & Dan Northrup: Spoken like a True Horseman
In this episode I share the airwaves with two fantastic horsemen. I hope you enjoy this authentic, vulnerable, and real conversation between friends over the love of the horse!
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Lessons Learned
In this episode I share the valuable lessons horses have taught me to allow me success outside of the stable.
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Soft is strong
In this episode I share my emotional story of resiliency in 2020, leading me to feeling a renewed sense of strength in 2021.
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Setting up for success in 2021
Welcome to my last episode of 2020! In this episode I help you gain clarity around setting yourself up for success heading into the new year.
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Taking a deep breath
Wishing you a happy holidays and taking a deep breath as we head into 2021
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The Power of Belief
In this episode I share with you the power of belief and how a specific belief I hold helps me navigate my life and horsemanship
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Interview with Hilary Sorrenti: The Equestrian’s Promise
In this episode I share the air waves with a wonderful young woman who is looking to enhance the lives of horses and their owners through her new business The Equestrian’s promise.
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Questions, Answers & Blessings
In this episode I share two bits of very exciting news, one story that you need to hear and 3 top takeaways from a phenomenal four day clinic with an incredible horseman.
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Interview with Elysia Buss: Partnering with horses and humans
I invite you into a genuine, conscious conversation between two friends discussing personal growth, friendship and horses.
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An honest look
In this episode, I share another amazing exercise that serves as a personal assessment tool that allows you to take an honest look at where you are in life.
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S2E41: Interview with Beth Killough: Awareness Channels
I am honoured to share with you a wonderful conversation that dives deep into our ability to show up in life and for our horses recognizing the role awareness plays in all of our relationships. Bet...
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Who is holding you back?
In this episode I share a truly impactful exercise that I encourage you to complete to get honest about who is holding you back in your horsemanship and life.
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S2Ep39: Heart Horse Inspiration
This is a beautiful interview with two lovely ladies who came together through their love of horses and created a beautiful friendship and business.
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Self-trust & the Inner Critic
Topics in today's episode include: Inner Critic, Trust, Presence, and Connection.
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S2E37: Interview with The Riders Pod
A special interview with the fonder/creator of The Riders Pod App. It is jam packed with information and worth every minute of listening!
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S2E36: The missing link you are searching for
I share 3 ways to improve your self-awareness as a lead into a very important conversation about the whys, hows and whats of awareness and horsemanship.
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S2E35: Interview with Andrea Otley: Health Coach for Cowgirls
In this episode I have a blast interviewing the Health Coach for Cowgirls, Andrea Otley!
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Are you missing this vital piece?
In this episode I the three things equestrians should know about themselves to communicate with a clear and conscious intention.
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S2E33: Interview with Jane Pike: Presence, Embodiment & Emotional Intelligence
In this episode I share time with the inspiring Jane Pike.
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S2E32: Welcome back & 5 Myths to dispel
I share my goal for season 2 of the Take the Reins Podcast and we dive into 5 myths that we are taught makes a “good” rider that need to be dispelled.
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Episode 31: Interview with Abriana J & Caitlin Ann: Saddle up and Speak up
Welcome to the final episode of Season 1 of the Take the Reins Podcast. In this episode I have the honor of speaking with the hosts of the Young Black Equestrians Podcast where we speak candidly ab...
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Episode #30: Interview with Stephanie Sawtelle PART 2- Navigating our emotions
In this episode, I have the opportunity to continue my conversation with Stephanie Sawtelle who has made a career out of her passion for horses and humans.
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Episode 29: Interview with Jake Lundahl: Control and Knowledge Breeds Confidence and Success
In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing Jake Lundahl of Lundahl Performance Horses. We dive into so many great topics in this interview.
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Episode #28: Interview with Kate Neligan: Take what works for you and release what doesn’t
This may be my favorite interview! In this episode Kate and I have a beautiful conversation about our horses and what they have to teach us as humans.
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Episode 27: Important announcements & a push in the right direction
In this episode I share some important news about the show and my tips on how to maintain a mindset that will help you regain or maintain your unstoppable mindset
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Episode #26: Interview with Stephanie Sawtelle: Are you missing your horse’s feedback?
In this episode, I have the opportunity to speak with Stephanie who has made a career out of her passion for horses and humans.
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Episode 25: Loss & Love
My response to the tragic events that took place in our beautiful province of Nova Scotia, April 19, 2020.
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Episode #24: Interview with Brit Grandy: Seeking longevity for our horses and ourselves
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Brit Grandy about a phenomenal product that is helping horses, humans, dogs and cats live a better quality life.
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Episode #23: Interview with Lynn Carnes: Working through fear and connecting to self
This episode is a little off schedule, but I thought the relevance of the conversation outweighed my need to stick to my regular schedule. I hope you enjoy this conversation between Lynn Carnes and...
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Episode #22: Interview with Danique Henderson: The two best “A” words
In this episode I bring you an open, honest and vulnerable conversation with a dear friend and fellow local clinician, Danique Henderson. (NOTE: This episode does contain some adult language.)
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Episode 21: Considerations for horse owners during the COVID19 outbreak
In this episode I discuss advice offered from a friend and fellow horse owner in Europe regarding important considerations for horse owners during the COVID19 outbreak.
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Episode 20: Interview with Emily May: Horses as therapists, from a therapist’s perspective
In this episode I interview a lovely Canadian Equine Assisted Therapist, Emily May. Our conversation does not disappoint.
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Episode #19: What’s “luck” got to do with it?
In this episode I share my thoughts on our perception of luck. I share 3 ways for you to create your own “luck” in life.
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Episode 18: Interview with Josh Nichol: Relational Horsemanship
In this episode I have the privilege of interviewing with Canadian horseman, Josh Nichol. You DO NOT want to miss this interview!
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Episode 17: Advice from the world’s #1 wealth coach that will make you a better equestrian and person
In this episode I share my top 5 take aways from a speaker event presented by JT Foxx, world’s #1 wealth coach.
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Episode #16- Interview with April Hardeman: Make it Rein
In this episode I bring you an interview with April Hardeman, owner of “Make it Rein” and co-host of Rein it in Podcast.
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Episode #15- Equestrians know the right coach is a game changer
In this episode I discuss the importance of having the right coach in any area you are looking for extra support in life.
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Episode #14- Interview with Laura Davies: Whole health and preventative measures
In this episode Laura and I discuss the importance of looking after our whole health and taking preventative measures to ensure we are healthy for both us and our horses.
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Episode #13: Gaining Clarity
In this episode I share my thoughts on the need to gain clarity on who we are right now and who we want to become in order to make choices in our lives to bring us closer to our desired future self...
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Episode 12: Interview with Colton Woods: The Heat of Horsemanship
Colton Woods, of Colton Woods Horsemanship, shares with us his story and insights around the links between becoming a better horseman and person.
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Episode 11: Trust yourself enough to go against the norm.
In this episode, I speak about making choices that aren’t the popular choice but you know are the right ones for you, your family or your horses.
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Episode 10: Interview with Franco Bertolani: The Million Dollar Question- What does it take?
I am blessed to have the opportunity to interview one of the NRHA’s top 20 riders, Franco Bertolani!
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Small question, BIG answer!
In this episode I get a little personal about something that I am the least confident and experienced in my life and how, if I let it, it could have RUINED my ability to see the joy of Christmas wi...
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Interview with Barbra Schulte: Mind, Body & Emotions
In this episode I have the absolute pleasure of interviewing the one and only Barbra Schulte! She is a true inspiration to myself and many, many others and I believe her message is the perfect one ...
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Episode 7- Relaxed women revolution, what a thought!
I recorded this one for all the women out there who I know are struggling to feel relaxed with and without their horses.
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Interview with Dan Northrup: Horsemanship, a continuous journey.
In this episode Dan Northrup and I discuss horsemanship as a continuous journey in a friendly conversation.
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Letting go, is it that simple?
In this episode I share my 2018 lessons on letting go and how it changed my horsemanship and life.
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It’s all about Energy
Kaelen Schaefer and I talk Energy and Horses and how her work spills over into the rest of her life.
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The weight of our words
Get ready to hear me speak about something that I am SUPER passionate about! WORDS! As a writer I have a fascination with the impact of our words, and as a horsewoman I am made even more aware of t...
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With Warwick Schiller: Personal Growth and the Horsemanship Journey
In this episode I have the privilege of discussing personal growth and horsemanship with the one and only Warwick Schiller! You are going to want to dive into this interview to get some great tools...
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Horses are a mirror to our souls.
Welcome to my FIRST episode! Thank you for listening! I honestly am pumped for this podcast and everything I am about to share with you! For today I speak to you about what it really means when pe...
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