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🎙️ Episode 5: Too Busy to Ride? How to Create Time to Connect with Your Horse in Everyday Life
What if the best thing you could do for your horse this week... wasn’t a training session?
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the busy-ness so many of us feel—and how to still find time and presence for your horse, even when life is full. Whether you're juggling work, kids, or just the daily demands of modern life, this episode is filled with mindset shifts, practical strategies, and powerful reminders that connection doesn't require a saddle or a perfect plan—it just needs you, fully present.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to reframe what “productive” time with your horse looks like
✅ What it means to prioritize presence over performance
✅ How to reclaim 2–5 hours a day with one bold phone habit
✅ The 5-Block Method that helps you ride (and live) with intention
✅ Why small moments—like standing in silence—can transform your bond
Whether you're in a riding rut or just craving a deeper connection, this episode is your permission slip to slow down, simplify, and show up in a way that feels good to you and your horse.
💡 Highlights & Takeaways
🔹 Presence Over Performance
A walk, a groom, or even a quiet shared breath can be more powerful than a “perfect” ride.
🔹 Reimagine Your Goal
Make your next goal match your life season. Try a groundwork week, a walk in nature, or aim to get one good sigh or chew per session.
🔹 Time Is There—But It’s Getting Stolen
Delete your social apps Friday, reinstall Monday. Sounds extreme? Try it—you might unlock 2–5 hours a day. And your horse will feel the difference in your energy.
🔹 Make Small Moments Count
Watch your horse’s reactions: is he curious, shut down, or nervous? These micro-interactions tell you more than you think.
🔹 Don’t Wait for “Perfect”
Connection doesn’t need ideal weather or a clear schedule. Ten intentional minutes can make your whole week.
🔹 Bonus: The 5-Block Time Method + Fundamental Needs
This flexible system helps you protect your priorities and feel grounded—not overwhelmed. You'll learn how to structure your days around what truly matters, including riding, family time, and self-care.
📝 Your Homework This Week:
Set a realistic, feel-good goal for this season—focus on connection, not just progress.
Track your phone’s screen time for 1 day—then trade 15 of those minutes for horse time.
Spend pressure-free time with your horse—a walk, a stretch, or just standing together in silence.
Pick 1–2 of your own Fundamental Needs and schedule them in this week.
Write down how it felt—notice what shifts when you choose presence over pressure.
💬 Final Thoughts
"Your horse doesn’t need you to do more. He needs you to be more present."
If you’re ready to feel more calm, connected, and in control of your time again—this episode will get you started.
👣 Next Steps:
💬 Join the conversation: The Happy Rider Healthy Horse Community on Facebook
📆 Need help setting your seasonal goal? Book a 1:1 online coaching session here
🐴 Located in Sealand, Denmark? DM me to book a full Masterson Method session for your horse!
Thanks for tuning in—see you in the next episode!
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By Sarah Martine - Veterinarian, dressage rider coach🎙️ Episode 5: Too Busy to Ride? How to Create Time to Connect with Your Horse in Everyday Life
What if the best thing you could do for your horse this week... wasn’t a training session?
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the busy-ness so many of us feel—and how to still find time and presence for your horse, even when life is full. Whether you're juggling work, kids, or just the daily demands of modern life, this episode is filled with mindset shifts, practical strategies, and powerful reminders that connection doesn't require a saddle or a perfect plan—it just needs you, fully present.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to reframe what “productive” time with your horse looks like
✅ What it means to prioritize presence over performance
✅ How to reclaim 2–5 hours a day with one bold phone habit
✅ The 5-Block Method that helps you ride (and live) with intention
✅ Why small moments—like standing in silence—can transform your bond
Whether you're in a riding rut or just craving a deeper connection, this episode is your permission slip to slow down, simplify, and show up in a way that feels good to you and your horse.
💡 Highlights & Takeaways
🔹 Presence Over Performance
A walk, a groom, or even a quiet shared breath can be more powerful than a “perfect” ride.
🔹 Reimagine Your Goal
Make your next goal match your life season. Try a groundwork week, a walk in nature, or aim to get one good sigh or chew per session.
🔹 Time Is There—But It’s Getting Stolen
Delete your social apps Friday, reinstall Monday. Sounds extreme? Try it—you might unlock 2–5 hours a day. And your horse will feel the difference in your energy.
🔹 Make Small Moments Count
Watch your horse’s reactions: is he curious, shut down, or nervous? These micro-interactions tell you more than you think.
🔹 Don’t Wait for “Perfect”
Connection doesn’t need ideal weather or a clear schedule. Ten intentional minutes can make your whole week.
🔹 Bonus: The 5-Block Time Method + Fundamental Needs
This flexible system helps you protect your priorities and feel grounded—not overwhelmed. You'll learn how to structure your days around what truly matters, including riding, family time, and self-care.
📝 Your Homework This Week:
Set a realistic, feel-good goal for this season—focus on connection, not just progress.
Track your phone’s screen time for 1 day—then trade 15 of those minutes for horse time.
Spend pressure-free time with your horse—a walk, a stretch, or just standing together in silence.
Pick 1–2 of your own Fundamental Needs and schedule them in this week.
Write down how it felt—notice what shifts when you choose presence over pressure.
💬 Final Thoughts
"Your horse doesn’t need you to do more. He needs you to be more present."
If you’re ready to feel more calm, connected, and in control of your time again—this episode will get you started.
👣 Next Steps:
💬 Join the conversation: The Happy Rider Healthy Horse Community on Facebook
📆 Need help setting your seasonal goal? Book a 1:1 online coaching session here
🐴 Located in Sealand, Denmark? DM me to book a full Masterson Method session for your horse!
Thanks for tuning in—see you in the next episode!