Inspire Success through Writing and the Use of Photos by Laura Daly Writing your fears and journaling about your lessons, rides and time with your horse can help you learn to ride fear free. The act of writing helps riders learn to see reality and gain control of their … Read More
Dealing with Bullies by Laura Daly Fearful people feel every negative and/or mean-spirited word directed at them. Even well-meaning friends can hinder progress or shatter confidence. Words that are meant to encourage actually pierce the heart of a struggling horsemen: “Take off the helmet to get rid of fear”; … Read More
by Laura Daly You cannot control something if you do not know you are doing it. By becoming aware of when, how deeply, and how long you experience fear, you can begin to learn to control it. The first step is to notice when you feel anxiety while with … Read More
What to Look for In an Instructor By Laura Daley You’ve realized you need help with your fear—who should you ask? Seek advice and instruction from someone who is calm, relaxed and in control of their horse and themselves, especially during challenges and emergencies. Watch how they ride or … Read More
by Laura Daly Simple exercises including ground work, being led while riding, leading someone else on a horse, reviewing a lesson from the ground, riding in a round pen or small enclosure and wearing a helmet or other protective gear are often considered to be hallmarks of the green … Read More
by Laura Daly Do you schedule rides with friends and then cancel? Do you feel guilty for not spending more time with your horse? Do you worry if your horse makes the simplest mistake or change in gait? On the other extreme, do you find yourself doing risky activities around … Read More
by Laura Daley Every fearful person can learn to ride fear free. No matter what type of fear you experience—a broken confidence, functioning fear, non-functioning fear, repressed fear, or irrational fear—the scientific principles of fear extinction, memory replacement, and conditioned response can help you become the confident rider you … Read More
