As horse owners, we spend so much of our time looking after our horses.

We think about what they’re eating, how they’re feeling, whether they’re okay, what treatment they need and what we can do to make their lives better.

But sometimes, in all of that caring, we forget about ourselves.

And when our horse is poorly, on box rest, recovering from an injury or going through a difficult period, the emotional load can be huge too.

In this episode, I’m talking about why looking after yourself isn’t selfish — and why the energy and emotional state you bring to your horse can be an important part of your connection.

I also share why I encourage owners to stay during their horse’s Reiki session. I love seeing owners witness their horse’s response, but I also love the idea that they get to pause, breathe and receive some calm themselves.

Because you are part of the relationship too.

We also talk about preparing yourself before you ride and why I created my free Pre-Ride Routine and Confidence Tracker — a simple way to pause, check in with yourself and start your ride from a calmer place.

And if you’re listening and thinking, “Actually, I need some personalised help with my confidence,” you can find out more about my Rider Confidence Reset Session in the link below.

A private 90-minute Zoom session to talk through what’s going on, understand what’s keeping you stuck and create a practical plan to help you move forward.

You don’t have to just push through it.

• Why caring for a horse can be emotionally exhausting

• How easily riders can put themselves last

• Why your own nervous system deserves attention too

• The energy we bring into our interactions with our horses

• Why I encourage owners to stay during Reiki sessions

• How a few minutes of preparation can change the way you approach a ride

• Why I created my Pre-Ride Routine and Confidence Tracker

• A reminder that looking after yourself is part of looking after your horse

Rider Confidence Reset Session

Free Pre-Ride Routine & Confidence Tracker