If you’re like me while watching the Olympics this past month, you couldn’t help but say “wow” and think about how bold and courageous each rider was in the arena and on course. Impressive, right?

Did you even wish that you’d ride that bravely some day? As you’re thinking back, I bet this probably crossed your mind, as it did mine.

But then I caught myself…What on earth am I doing comparing my “braveness” to my perception of another equestrian’s “braveness”?

It’s not a matter of whether you think you are as courageous an equestrian as someone else. It’s really a matter of whether you are courageous enough to show up for the things you want in life right now.

So do you have things you want out of life? If that's you, then this podcast episode is for you.

In this episode I chat with my friend, Ashleigh Kendall, equestrian mental skills and performance coach, dressage rider, and owner of Dreamtime Dressage. Through her personal stories, Ashleigh shares why showing up and living with courage every day is one of the only ways for you to get what you want in life.

You might be thinking as you read this, “oh sure, I know that.” But do you really?

Have you fully considered that it’s all a matter of degrees and your own personal goals? No comparison to your barn mate’s goals or your equestrian idol’s goals. How courageous do you need to be here in the moment to do the things you need to do to have the next result in your equestrian journey?

If your goal is to walk your horse quietly in a field on a loose rein, then you set your intention and energy for being courageous in that task. Nothing more, nothing less.

You can see how this is the way you must show up for each step in your ride and in your life, can you not?

If you’re ready to lean deeper into living your life with courage, listen now to this episode on showing up for the life you want.

Remember: What you want in life only shows up for you when you show up for it.