Beliefs.
The fabric of reality can have infinite possibilities, depending on what you believe. I’ve
learned that your thoughts, combined with your emotions, can help shape your reality. If you don’t believe this, it’s useful to do your own experiments. Our thoughts, especially our self-talk, have a tremendous influence on how we ride.
Here are some ways to shift your thinking, to honor the process of learning to ride.
If you say, “I’m terrible at getting a canter transition. I always get too tense and rush.”
Say instead, “I’m learning to wait for the right moment to canter. I am open to improving this transition and will do my best to Allow for it to feel better.”
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If you say, “I have such a hard time with my balance. I can’t get my legs to stay steady.”
Say instead, “I am improving my balance in each moment. I am open to feeling steadier.”
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If you say, “I’m nowhere...
On dealing with fear:
A little bit of fear is normal when it comes to riding. If it begins to prevent you from doing the things you love, there are tools to help shift that.
Here are some ideas to assist when fear arises:
There is constant noise and static all around us.
It can be found all around in the media, relationships, daily chores, and even our mind chatter.
What if...
You could get really quiet.
And sit and listen to your breath.
Would you be okay with where you were physically, mentally, and spiritually?
True acceptance begins with taking a deep breath and knowing that where you are right now, in this very moment is completely okay. It might not be a comfortable place... to sit quietly and just be.... however, this is where you can find your most intriguing answers to life.
Acceptance of your entire now moment can help you figure out where you want to go next. If you're being pushed and pulled and flailed about like a nervous horse with a flag chasing you, you won't be able to hear the quiet connection always at the ready to help you.
All you need do is ask. Sit and breathe... and ask yourself, what do I need in this moment?
Accepting where you are in life is key to being...
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