EP030: The 3 Filters

In this episode I’ll talk about the 3 filters I use to observe a horse or horse and rider. This is especially helpful when I meet a new horse and rider. It helps me see the big picture so I can best know how to help them. Diagnosing an issue can be challenging...

EP029: A Pod About Listening to The Pod

I recently asked people on FB what they were doing when they listened to my podcast. Many people were driving, some were doing household chores, some were in the bathtub, some having a cuppa tea or coffee, and there was lots and lots of manure-picking! So I...

EP028: Ask Karen Anything

In this episode of AKA I answer a question from a student about what to do when her horse loses forward energy during dressage movements. This is a very common issue and I give many tips and strategies that can help you!  About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author...

EP027: Ask Karen Anything

In this episode of AKA, I answer a couple of questions from students… The first one has to do with how to handle it when you have an instructor, but you want to take clinics from other trainers or instructors…Then I answer a question about how to reconcile trusting...

EP026: Buck Tradition. Be More YOU!

In this episode, I talk about the importance of being YOU! So many students miss a deeper relationship with their horse or miss important moments in their training because they are paralyzed by a fear of ‘doing it wrong’. Many trainers and instructors are getting...

EP024: Goals & Confidence with Dr. Jenny Susser

In this episode I speak with Dr Jenny Susser. Dr jenny is a sports psychologist and we talk about goals, failure, and confidence (among other things). She offers really great insights and gives many practical things you can implement right away. After listening to...

EP023: Improving Professional

In this episode I’ll take a look at what ‘professional’ looks like when it comes to horse care…I’ll look at what I call the factory-training business model and why we need to change it…. …I’ll share a bit of my story of when I reinvented myself and how that benefitted...

EP022: Re-Creating Art

In this new year’s episode, I ponder life, meaning, creation, recreation & art – and of course, horses. This episode is part answering a student’s question, part rambling, part life philosophy, and part not-totally well thought out thoughts… it’s...

EP020: Healthy Boundaries

In this episode I am going to talk about safe spaces and healthy boundaries. It’s about horses and also about life.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally recognized clinician who is changing the equestrian...

EP019: Diamonds In The Dark

In this episode I’m going to talk about making progress… I’ll share some wisdom from the DN book and will discuss how to practice making training plans. Making progress is not just about gathering information – it’s about wanting it – wishing for it...