EP155: Desiderata

In this episode we’ll take a break from techniques, dressage, and horsemanship. I’ll share one of my favorite prose poems. It is something I read regularly. It’s a powerful piece and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of...

EP154: Ask Karen Anything: Physical Challenges

In this episode, I answer a student’s request for me to share more about my own physical challenges, and ways I have dealt with them, as well as how age affects our riding.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally...

EP153: Nothing Is Something

When is nothing something? What does the foamy head of a beer have to do with living in possibility? In this episode I’ll talk about one of the most powerful exercises I’ve never done.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an...

EP152: Self Carriage

I’ll talk about my perspectives on self-carriage. It’s not just the result of a perfect half halt, it is a mental, emotional, and physical state of being that can be developed much sooner than you think.About the Host: Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage...

EP151: Suspending Judgment

In this episode I’ll talk about a dynamic of human thinking, how it can help us and how it can hurt us.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally recognized clinician who is changing the equestrian educational paradigm....

EP150:Equine Fitness with Jec A Ballou

In this episode I am joined by equine fitness expert, Jec Ballou. We talk about how to bring a horse back into foundational fitness after a break. You’ll get lots of valuable information you can use. Everyone is going to need this information at some point in their...

EP149: Listening To Horses with David De Wispelaere

In this episode I talk with international dressage rider, trainer and author David De Wispelaere. We talk about his love for horses, and his thoughts about the dressage world and what makes him and his horses happy. I found him to be a kindred spirit and am so happy...

EP148: Pro-Horse Pros

In this episode I talk about the value of the heart-centered equine professional and how important they are for the welfare of horses. I’ll also talk about how some have lost their way, and how to help bring them back to their hearts.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author...

EP147: Riding Without Reins

In this episode I’ll talk about why you want to practice riding without reins It can be a humbling experience, but the benefits in the long term make it well worth the effort.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally...

EP146: Pushing It

In this episode I’ll talk about how to know if it’s OK to ‘push’ our horses to do something that seems hard for them. This is a very common question that all trainers and riders have at some point with every horse.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of...

EP145: Curiosity

In this episode I talk about Curiosity and why it has a big impact on your horse’s trainability and willingness to learn. You may be wondering if I am referring to your, or your horse’s curiosity… I guess you’ll have to listen to find out!About the Host:Karen Rohlf,...

EP144: Nosebands

In this episode I discuss nosebands – What they are for, why I don’t use them, and enough information for you to make your own educated decision about using them in your practice.About the Host: Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an...