In this episode of Stable Picks, Dr. Tyler Murray shares five powerful journal prompts designed specifically for equestrians who want to grow their confidence and sharpen their mental game. Whether you’re stepping into the show ring, schooling at home, or coming back from a setback, these reflective questions will help you ride with more clarity, focus, and inner strength.

Grab your notebook or a quiet moment after your next ride—this is mindset work that truly makes a difference.

✍️ What You’ll Learn:

How to redefine confidence based on what’s actually in your control

What your best rides can teach you about your ideal performance mindset

How to identify the “noise” (both internal and external) that distracts your focus

Why your WHY matters—and how to reconnect to your original motivation

How to use your existing strengths to work through common riding challenges

🧠 Journal Prompts Covered:

How do I define confidence?

(Circle what’s in your control, cross out what’s not.)

What do my best performances feel like?

(What was I doing, thinking, believing when things clicked?)

What internal and external “noises” tend to distract me?

(Name the distractions so you can manage them.)

What is my WHY?

(Why did I start riding, and what emotion still drives me?)

How can I use my strengths to overcome my weaknesses?

(Your strengths are your toolkit—use them strategically.)

🐎 Perfect For:

Riders preparing for a horse show

Equestrians recovering from a rough ride or fall

Anyone working on mindset, self-talk, or goal setting

Trainers and coaches looking for rider reflection tools

Journaling fans ready to go deeper with purpose