Ep 357: Hidden Habits That May Create Anxiety or Resistance in Your Horse

This episode is inspired by a question from one of our loyal listeners and https://philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be... members: What’s something you see good riders doing that they don’t realize is actually creating anxiety or resistance in their horses? Tune in to hear my take on this question as I share some hidden habits that even the most skilled riders fall back on from time to time that can create undesirable responses from their horses. Key takeaways: Understanding the flow state: How comfort in familiar environments affects performance. The importance of breathing exercises: Techniques to calm both rider and horse. Basics matter: Why returning to fundamentals can build trust and confidence. Mental state impacts performance: How to maintain composure in new situations. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Addressing anxiety in horses 02:55 Finding comfort in new environments 04:19 The role of breathing in performance 07:11 Replicating mental states 10:04 Managing anxiety in competition 12:01 The significance of basics in horsemanship 16:42 Continuous learning in training To learn more about the training program behind the https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/beyou... podcast, head over to http://philhaugenhorsemanship.com to explore upcoming clinics and training opportunities with Phil Haugen. Want to learn the training methods shared in this episode? Join the Be Your Best Membership to unlock our exclusive library of training videos inspired by your questions, live monthly Q&A sessions with Phil, and extended private coaching opportunities: https://philhaugenhorsemanship.com/be...