If you’re like many horse people, you set goals. Maybe you have a goal to improve your horsemanship, compete at a certain level or explore a challenging trail.

And while goals can be useful, there’s a big difference between achieving a goal and getting the RESULT that you want. Overlooking this distinction can lead to disappointment and frustration.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the process of clarifying what RESULT you hope to achieve and how a simple, powerful mindset shift can help you get the satisfying outcome you dreamed of. Thank you for listening!

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Did you know that your horse is included in your brain’s “body map?”

If horses are an important part of your life, your brain has most probably mapped your horse in your brain. You always knew your horse was in your heart.

Now you know your equine is in your brain too! In this episode, you’ll learn how to use this knowledge to improve communication to and from your horse. Which translates to more effective, enjoyable riding, training, and handling.

When you refine communication, you can create a more joyful, meaningful connection with your horse.

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Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/H22

Wouldn’t it be great to ride and handle your horse with ease and a natural feel?

And to intuitively know how to best help your horse? In this episode, you’ll learn how tapping into your own body and mind can help you understand your horse more.

We’ll dive into how you can develop the skill of “informed intuition.” It’s like intuition on steroids! And it’s a skill anyone can develop.

💥If you want my PERSONAL coaching so you can put this into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced, and confident movement, you're in luck!

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Show notes: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/H21 

Do you ever disagree with what your trainer wants you to do with your horse - but you don't say anything? Do you ever feel that some horse training methods are harsh, but you don't know any other way?

How do you separate what you need to learn from what you don't want to do?  

In this episode, you'll learn how to tune into your physical and emotional sensations to guide you in making decisions to benefit you and your horse. And you'll learn why staying true to your unique values is essential to creating a joyful connection with your horse.
 
💥Want to get expert coaching on putting this into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

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You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

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• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
  
  
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/H20

Preparing your body and mind - letting go of stress, anxiety, muscular tension and distracting thoughts - can help you be fully present with your horse. You'll communicate with your horse more clearly and be less likely to be side-tracked by negative thoughts and underlying tension. 

In this episode, I teach you a simple, yet powerful, approach that can help prepare your body and mind for riding. And it only takes a few minutes! Whether you're feeling stressed, anxious or tired (or all three!), this simple approach can help. And it doesn't require any equipment or cost any money.
 
It can help you relax your mind and energize your body. So you can have a more joyful time with your horse. 

I hope you enjoy the episode and give this simple, powerful approach a try. Thanks for listening and sharing!

💥Want to get expert coaching on putting this into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

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You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

FREE resources:

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
  
  
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/H19

Mindful movement improves your coordination, flexibility and confidence. It helps you and your horse become more attuned and responsiveness to EACH OTHER.

With mindful movement, your coordination, flexibility and confidence can increase. You become more aware of how you use your body and your mind. You become more centered, balanced and agile. You increase your  FEEL. 

This enhanced feel and freedom of movement translates directly to improved equine movement and athletic performance. It also refines communication and deepens the horse-human connection. 

In this episode, you'll learn how mindful movement helps you and your horse become more responsiveness to EACH OTHER.

💥Want to get expert coaching on putting this into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

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You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

FREE resources:

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
  
  
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/H18

Whatever equestrian challenge you’re struggling with, you can take steps towards turning it around. Into something that feels easy. Even fun.   

Even if it’s your tight hips, crooked position or stiff, “lazy” horse!

In this episode, I share how you can take just about anything that you consider a “problem,” whether it’s in your own body or in your horse’s performance, and take incremental steps towards turning it around.

Learn how easy it is to go from frustration to fun!

💥Want to get expert coaching on putting this into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

Go to https://www.marydebono.com/wait-list-MWYH to join the waitlist for our online group coaching program, "Move With Your Horse."🐴 💖

You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

FREE resources:

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/H17

This is the third episode in a 3-part series of using the gentle, yet powerful, Rhythm Circles with your horse.

You'll learn how this hands-on move can help you communicate with your horse's nervous system. You'll discover how you can help your horse create new neural connections, allowing your horse to move easier and feel better in body and mind.

This hands-on move can also help release tight muscles, calm anxiety and connect with your horse on a deeper level.

 💥Want to get expert coaching on putting these hands-on moves into practice to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

Go to https://www.marydebono.com/wait-list-MWYH to join the waitlist for our online group coaching program, "Move With Your Horse."🐴 💖

You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

FREE resources:

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/H16   

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
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• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Does your horse interact with you because he HAS to? There's a surprisingly simple hands-on movement that can help your horse feel calmer, more focused and WANT to interact with you.

In this episode, I'll tell you why this simple, gentle way of using your hands works so well to improve your horse's mood - and your own. In addition to the positive mood lift, it promotes a stronger, more heart-centered connection between you and your horse. 

 💥Want to help your horse - and yourself - have more flexible, balanced and confident movement?

Go to https://www.marydebono.com/jointhorse to join the waitlist for our online group coaching program, "Move With Your Horse."🐴 💖

You'll be among the first to know when we open our doors again. And you'll get special bonuses! ✨

FREE resources:

• Feldenkrais® for Riders videos: marydebono.com/rider
• Go to https://www.marydebono.com/knees to get a short, effective Feldenkrais® video to help you coordinate your movement so that you have more FLEXIBLE KNEES!

Podcast show notes for this episode: https://www.marydebono.com/H14  

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