An horse and rider in an outdoor school, illustrating a rider working through mental blocks or tension while training.

The Invisible Armour: When Your Riding Past Still Weighs You Down

There’s a line from a poem by Jessica Katoff that has always resonated deeply with me, especially when I think about the challenges horse riders face: “My past is an armour I cannot take off, no matter how many times you tell me the war is over.” When I first read it, my mind immediately …

Chestnut horse on alert in a field

Riding in the Wind: 5 Strategies to Become a Calm Anchor

The rhythmic rustle of leaves underfoot is one of autumn’s charms, but often accompanying it is the insistent whisper – or sometimes roar – of the wind. In an era where weather patterns are becoming increasingly volatile and extreme due to climate change, windy days are no longer just an occasional nuisance; they’re a more frequent …