Horse Wise

Just for fun, I’m bringing back one of the most useful conversations from the podcast.

In this episode from 2022, I talk with Dr. Stephen Peters, neuroscientist and co-author of Evidence-Based Horsemanship (with Martin Black).

Dr. Peters has studied the equine brain extensively, and what stands out is this:
good horsemanship already lines up with how a horse’s brain works.

We keep this practical—how horses learn, what helps them st...

A long time ago, before Horse Wise, before LOPE, and before I ever taught horsemanship, I said yes to teaching a class I had never taught before.

It was a graphic design history class — and the students were smart, creative, and absolutely terrified of being “bad at school.”

What I learned in that classroom changed the way I teach everything.

In this episode, I share that story — and how it led me to stop teaching by explanation, corr...

As the year winds down, it’s easy to feel like you should be doing more with your horse — even when the weather, daylight, and holiday chaos make that unrealistic.

In this short episode, I’m sharing one simple way to end the year well with your horse — without rushing, drilling, or forcing yourself into a last-minute training push.

I also talk about the LOPE Virtual Horse Show, a low-pressure, fun way to support LOPE and do something...

Winter can make riders feel rushed, behind, or unsure what to do with their horse. In this short episode, I share why downtime isn’t wasted time — and how winter can actually deepen your connection. I also tell the story of the 2021 Texas snowpocalypse and what those frozen days revealed about calm, clarity, and soaking.

Show Notes:
This weekend’s episode is a quiet reflection on something many riders feel this time of year: ...

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, I share a colt starting story about a bit that went in…sideways — and how that small moment turned into a lasting lesson about steadiness and humor around horses.

If you’ve ever felt pressure to get everything just right, or worried about how you look in front of others at the barn, this one’s for you.

You’ll hear how a kind filly reminded me that horses don’t need us to be perfect — they ju...

In this episode of the Horse Wise podcast, we explore one simple language tweak that can transform how you handle time pressure around your horse.

If you ever feel rushed, behind, or overwhelmed trying to “do it all” at the barn — this one's for you.

I share how swapping “but” for “and” in your internal dialogue can unlock creativity and reduce tension — both for you and your horse. You'll hear a real-life example from my own...

Episode 116: Rachael Mullins on how to balance your horsemanship and competition goals. A 2023 episode from the vault of the older Horse Wise Scholars private study group.

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more in...

Episode 115: An interview with acclaimed author Natalie Keller Reinert about her work and the worlds she has created full of horses and the people who love them. Please check out her work at https://www.nataliekreinert.com/

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your ho...

Episode 114: I’m presenting at today’s online Art of the Horseman Fair — along with 50+ horsemanship experts. You can get a free ticket at https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/free-ticket =— but only if you can act by Feb 23, 2025. If you miss it, then please go here for more info: https://www.becauseofthehorse.net/video-lynn-reardon-ready-to-ride:-build-pre-ride-confidence-with-horse-yoga-&-ground-work-exercise-part-2-of-2

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Episode 113: Amy Skinner discusses why the advice of “listening to your horse” isn’t always what you think it means. And how “listening” means REALLY understanding what the horse is saying. Please check out Amy’s terrific work at https://amyskinnerhorsemanship.com/

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows y...

Episode 112: What if….it all goes right? A fresh take on how to flip the overthinking script in the saddle. 

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for...

Episode 111: The action-awareness loop: why knowledge without motion gets you nowhere. And how that can help you start the new year on the right foot. 

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse ...

Episode 110: A highlight reel of my favorite clips from an earlier interview (Episode 75) with Dr. Steve Peters, author of Evidence-Based Horsemanship.

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse ...

Episode 109: It can be easy to accidentally act creepy when we’re trying to be soft with our horses.  In this episode, I discuss the difference — and give some tips on spotting latent creepiness in our posture 🙃

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a pra...

Episode 108: Hold your horses — my favorite books, videos and photography sites to relax, unwind and get into the holiday spirit.

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please...

Episode 107: A Thanksgiving episode on common habits that might annoy or confuse your horse (like overthinking before a ride). 

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please v...

Episode 106: I share the somewhat embarrassing way that I learned that preparing for a ride was the MOST important part of the ride.

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, pl...

Episode 105: How one trainer’s compliment helped me embrace my inner horse nerd.

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for more information:  ⁠http://...

Episode 104: How a seemingly simple vintage motto from Ray Hunt actually has tons of science behind it. 

At Horse Wise®, I teach people tools so that they can learn how to coach themselves and their horses to progress together as a team. It’s a fun process that shows you how build a good partnership with your horse (in a practical, fun way). If you’d like more information on my Horse Wise® services, please visit my website for mor...