personal development

One of the most beautiful things about living in the Northeast is experiencing all four seasons. Each season has its own rhythm, beauty, and challenges. But regardless of where you live, you experience some form of seasonal change, and these transitions offer us a valuable lesson—life is constantly changing and evolving. Hope. Growth. Reflection. Rest. Just as the seasons guide nature’s cycles,...

New Year’s resolutions require reflection. We must be able to understand what goals we would like to achieve, but more importantly what is driving and causing us to want to reach that goal. Resolutions are much more than solely making a physical change, but a mental or emotional change as well.  Equestrians often see the new year as a new level, horse, score, placing, competition, opportunity,...

Switching boarding barns or trainers can be a challenging and emotional decision for equestrians. Whether it's because of a change in goals, personal circumstances, or simply the need for a new environment, the transition requires thoughtful consideration. Maintaining healthy communication and avoiding burnt bridges is essential to ensure you leave on good terms and continue growing in your...

Comparison plays both a positive and negative role in one’s ability to succeed at just about anything. In the equestrian sport, unfortunately we as athletes are not only comparing ourselves with others, but our horses with one another as well. We spend countless hours improving our skills, caring for our horses, and striving for perfection. While comparison can drive motivation, it can also breed...

Gossip: casual or unconstrained conversation or reports about other people, typically involving details that are not confirmed as being true. - Oxford Dictionary We’ve all been there. As we’re cleaning the aisle or mucking a stall, we overhear people whispering about the new rider or the fancy horse that just arrived. “Ooooh, where did he come from?” “what level does she ride?” “who was...