Today, I was challenged to think about my inspiration from the equestrian world, something I have been asked previously but never really had an answer for. This prompted me to think harder about the riders who I have admired over the years, and why this question has so far remained unanswered. My first thoughts to… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert*** Equestrian Inspiration
***Mindful Alert*** The Importance of Laughter When Things Don’t Go To Plan!
So Mindful Riding recently challenged their Brand Ambassadors to talk about the importance of laughter when things don't go to plan, but this is something that I have really struggled to do. When I started this Mindful journey, I did so alongside my awesome friend, Megan, which has been amazing as she has been someone… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert*** The Importance of Laughter When Things Don’t Go To Plan!
***Mindful Alert*** ☆ Throwback Thursday
Similar to my post on Tuesday and my reflections that followed, today I have been challenged by Mindful Riding to Throwback Thursday, to encourage me to think about how I have changed and how far that I have come in my journey. Some horses will test you, some will teach you and some will bring… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert*** ☆ Throwback Thursday
***Mindful Alert*** ☆ Terrific Tuesday
Today's challenge by Mindful Riding was to reflect on my proudest moment to date with my pony, however, I am still excitedly (and impatiently-patiently!) waiting for the day when my very own equine partner in crime arrives. Whilst this can sometimes be a struggle, the silver lining of this cloud is that it has meant… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert*** ☆ Terrific Tuesday
***Mindful Alert***
I should probably explain the reason for the 'mindfulness' posts suddenly appearing on my blog! I have been following Mindful Riding on Facebook for the work they do for a while now, having always struggled with my confidence when horse riding, despite it being quite possibly my biggest passion. However, knowing that my struggle with… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert***
***Mindful Alert*** Keeping Motivated In Bad Weather
When the evenings are as dark as they are, it's so difficult to know how it will be physically possible to fit all of the jobs that need doing into the shorter days, especially when taking into consideration the job (that you work to pay for the horse) which takes up the main (and lightest)… Continue reading ***Mindful Alert*** Keeping Motivated In Bad Weather
Anxiety & Horse Riding
I have always been told that to have fear isn't necessarily a bad thing. It is totally normal and comes in with natural instinct which is what helps to keep us safe. However, too much fear can stop you achieving the things that you want to.I started horse riding when I was 8 or 9… Continue reading Anxiety & Horse Riding
This is one of my all time favourite quotes, taken from the film 'We Bought A Zoo'. I love the underlying positivity of it, the way it challenges fear and the real sense of the possibilities that are out there, if we have the courage to persue them ❤