
Podcast Archives
EP231: You or The Horse?
In this episode I talk about how to keep track of all the things we need to keep track of when we’re doing stuff with our horses, and how do we know if it’s us that need to change or our horse?
EP230: Why Should They?
In this episode I’ll talk about some ways I help myself make decisions with my horses (and life).
EP229: Intention & Surrender
In this episode I talk about intention and surrender, that delicate dance between having a plan and allowing things to happen naturally, between leading our horses to do things, and allowing them to offer.
EP228: Responding To Welfare Issues
In this episode I take a look at horse welfare and how we can respond to situations where we think a horse is in a less-than-ideal situation. I’ll share three models, two to help you assess a situation and one to decide how to respond.
EP227: Stopping Riding
In this episode I answer a listener’s question about the challenge of deciding when to stop riding when it is the horse’s decision to stop.
EP226: Animal Consciousness, A Fable
In this episode I talk about animal consciousness. It’s a big subject that can get confusing quickly, and that’s why I wrote a fable about it.
EP225: The Extraordinary Ordinary
In this episode I talk about the magical stuff, those synchronous, rare moments when the stars align, and how maybe they are much more ordinary in the best way possible.
EP224: Revisiting Going Through
In this episode we revisit episode 87 on Going Through because it is such an important subject! This episode is about throughness in the dressagey sense of the word, and it’s also about going all the way through a process… so instead of getting stuck in the messy middle, you find your way to the beautiful stuff on the other side.
EP223: 2 Exercises, 1 Birthday Wish
In this episode I share a couple favorite must-have flexibility exercises from my book. I also share my birthday wish!
EP222: All About the Sweet Spot Program
This episode is all about the Sweet Spot program and how it helps you find more harmony with your horse in an empowering and transformative way. At the time this is episode is released registration for the program is open (it only opens twice a year) so we want to make it easy for you to know if it’s right for you either now or in the future. You’ll hear from me and some SS students.
EP221: Questions and Answers
In this episode I am joined by DN Instructor Shawna Lewis. We answer questions from listeners. There are questions about connection with the reins, low energy horses, reactive horses, crooked horses and taking lessons.
EP220: A Story and Advice
In this episode I’ll tell a funny little scary story that is remotely horse-related and then I’ll share 5 pieces of advice that will help you with horses (and maybe with more than horses).
EP219: Musical Freestyle with Sandra Beaulieu
In this episode I talk with Sandra Beaulieu, author and bronze and silver medalist. We discuss why you might want to ride to music even if you don’t want to do a competitive musical freestyle… and how to start creating one if you do.
EP218: Lateral Work & Self Carraige
In this episode I talk about a couple of excerpts from my book. This time it’s about lateral work and self carriage.
EP217: The Dance
In this episode I talk about the most important middle between reward and punishment: Communication and dancing.
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🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP230: WHY SHOULD THEY?
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast-library/ep230-why-should-they/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 230 wherever you listen.
In this episode I’ll talk about some ways I help myself make decisions with my horses (and life).
.
.
#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsemanship
Jun 13

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP229: Intention & Surrender
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 229 wherever you listen.
In this episode I talk about intention and surrender, that delicate dance between having a plan and allowing things to happen naturally, between leading our horses to do things, and allowing them to offer.
.
.
#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsemanship
Jun 6

Are you a Dressage Naturally follower who is based in Canada? Did you know that we have a Canadian DN Licensed Instructor?
Michelle Young is based in the Okanagan area of BC, Canada and offers lessons locally as well as traveling across BC and Canada to teach lessons and clinics and offer training support. Michelle also offers virtual support and lessons for those students who are further away. Whether you are a long term Dressage Naturally follower or just starting out, Michelle would love to support you!
Michelle has been teaching and training for over a decade. She has experience and knowledge with a wide range of horses and students. She specializes in helping you build a strong foundation and connection with your horse, as well as improving confidence and communication, both under saddle and in groundwork. She also has a lot of expertise in young horse handling and development.
Michelle empowers and inspires her students to be independent learners and to bring out their inner potential, to grow and to work through challenges. She breaks things down into small pieces that are easy for both you and your horse to understand and successfully learn.
With her amazing ability to transform the relationship between horse and rider, Michelle helps you get connected, feel safe, and love working with your horse, giving you the knowledge you need to excel in whatever direction inspires you!
Michelle Young is based in the Okanagan area of British Columbia, Canada, and offers lessons locally as well as travels across BC and Canada to teach lessons, clinics, and provide training support. Michelle also offers virtual support and lessons for those students who are further away. Whether you are a long-term Dressage Naturally follower or just starting out, Michelle would love to support you! support you!
Michelle would love to connect with you! Email her at info@michelleyounghorsemanship.com or check out her website here: https://michelleyounghorsemanship.com/dressage-naturally/
Jun 3

… when you dream the dream of a little girl in love with horses… and know that the dream has come true. Thank you, Susan of @mareishmedia for the amazing image. 😍😍😍
Jun 1

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP230: WHY SHOULD THEY?
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast-library/ep230-why-should-they/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 230 wherever you listen.
In this episode I’ll talk about some ways I help myself make decisions with my horses (and life).
.
.
#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsemanship
Jun 13

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP229: Intention & Surrender
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 229 wherever you listen.
In this episode I talk about intention and surrender, that delicate dance between having a plan and allowing things to happen naturally, between leading our horses to do things, and allowing them to offer.
.
.
#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsemanship
Jun 6

Are you a Dressage Naturally follower who is based in Canada? Did you know that we have a Canadian DN Licensed Instructor?
Michelle Young is based in the Okanagan area of BC, Canada and offers lessons locally as well as traveling across BC and Canada to teach lessons and clinics and offer training support. Michelle also offers virtual support and lessons for those students who are further away. Whether you are a long term Dressage Naturally follower or just starting out, Michelle would love to support you!
Michelle has been teaching and training for over a decade. She has experience and knowledge with a wide range of horses and students. She specializes in helping you build a strong foundation and connection with your horse, as well as improving confidence and communication, both under saddle and in groundwork. She also has a lot of expertise in young horse handling and development.
Michelle empowers and inspires her students to be independent learners and to bring out their inner potential, to grow and to work through challenges. She breaks things down into small pieces that are easy for both you and your horse to understand and successfully learn.
With her amazing ability to transform the relationship between horse and rider, Michelle helps you get connected, feel safe, and love working with your horse, giving you the knowledge you need to excel in whatever direction inspires you!
Michelle Young is based in the Okanagan area of British Columbia, Canada, and offers lessons locally as well as travels across BC and Canada to teach lessons, clinics, and provide training support. Michelle also offers virtual support and lessons for those students who are further away. Whether you are a long-term Dressage Naturally follower or just starting out, Michelle would love to support you! support you!
Michelle would love to connect with you! Email her at info@michelleyounghorsemanship.com or check out her website here: https://michelleyounghorsemanship.com/dressage-naturally/
Jun 3

… when you dream the dream of a little girl in love with horses… and know that the dream has come true. Thank you, Susan of @mareishmedia for the amazing image. 😍😍😍
Jun 1
