
Podcast Archives
EP064: Its Hard To Be Easy
We all want our horses to be easy to ride and play with. In this episode I’ll talk about how we shouldn’t expect it to be easy to make things easy, what it means to work hard (how that’s different than being difficult), and why you need to fall in love with the process.
EP063: Leg Yields
In this episode is about Leg Yields. I’ll talk about what they are, why you want to do them, and the most important reason for doing them that most people don’t realize!
EP062: Empowerment
This episode is based on a blog I wrote about Sneaky Disempowerment and 7 steps to avoid it. I’ll talk about what we can do to help ourselves stay at our best.
EP061: The Frustration Trap
In this episode I’ll talk about frustration. It’s an emotion we all have experienced at some point or another. I’ll share some insights into it, I’ll talk about why we want to learn how to manage it, but I’ll also talk about how it can sometimes serve us.
EP060: Compromise By Comparison
In this episode I talk about the dangers of comparing ourselves to others. For some, comparison can inspire and energize, but for so many students it only serves to discourage and deflate. I’ll share my thoughts on this dynamic and offer some solutions.
EP059: Anticipation & Assumption
In this episode I will talk about anticipation vs assumption. I’ll look at how we can use consistency and variety in an artful way to achieve the result we want from our…
EP058: Time For Horses with Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking
Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking is a Speaker, Coach, and Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience helping people create and achieve their goals. She’s developed unique systems to help her clients get a grip…
EP057: Principles of Dressage Naturally
In this episode I’ll share 12 principles of Dressage Naturally. These are some of the most important guidelines for success. When things start going wrong, I always remind myself of these principles….
EP056: Happy Horses with Jenifer Zeligs
This is a recording of an interview I did with Dr. Jenifer Zeligs as part of a Happy Horse Interview Series. Jenifer is the author of Animal Training 101 and has worked…
EP055: Happy Horses with Luca Moneta
This is a recording of a 2020 interview I did with Luca Moneta (Grand Prix Jumper from Italy). We talked about the subject of Happy Horses. He shares his thoughts on what…
EP054: Relationship in Competition
The 2020 (2021) Olympics just finished, so I thought I would muse about my thoughts around competition, and what quality is most needed in equestrian sports in order for us to continue…
EP053: Be With Me
It’s an amazing feeling when our horses are truly ‘with us’. In this episode I’ll talk about what that means, and some things we can do to experience it more often.
EP052: One Year
This episode marks 1 full year of my podcast! I am celebrating and musing about this past year. Along the way I’ll talk about emotions, challenges, and motivation. Thank you for making…
EP050: The One Thing
In this episode I’ll talk about something I think about a lot when training and maintaining my horses. I also use this technique when teaching, to help students learn how to choose…
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May 25

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP228: RESPONDING TO WELFARE ISSUES
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 228 wherever you listen.
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.
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#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsewelfare #horsemanship
May 16

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP227: Stopping Riding
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 227 wherever you listen.
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.
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#dressagenaturally #horsemanship #horses #Horsetraining #horsetraininginharmony #karenrohlf #riding
May 9

Business Help for Horse Professionals!
TOMORROW: Join our BONUS LIVE CALL!
Unlock the Power of Professional Meetings for Horse Professionals with Karen Rohlf and Guest Expert Donna Blem!
This is your chance to learn from experts with proven success in the horse business!
During this LIVE BONUS training, you’ll learn:
✔️Master Effective Communication: Lead meetings that are clear, purposeful, and impactful.
✔️Boost Team Efficiency: Keep everyone on track and working towards common goals.
✔️Problem-Solving Techniques: Handle challenges with confidence and ensure your meetings lead to solutions, not just discussions.
✔️Maximize Your Time: Optimize meeting schedules and agendas to make every moment count, both for you and your team.
✔️Create a Positive, Collaborative Environment: Build trust and foster a team spirit that enhances productivity and morale.
Join us TOMORROW for a BONUS workshop designed specifically for horse professionals who want to take their leadership and business skills to the next level.
Don’t miss the opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills and grow your business.
Our expert, Donna Blem is part of the Transform Your Business Team. She has a business education and was co-founder and leader of a non-profit organization for 20 years where she oversaw construction, developed and led 3 capital campaigns, created programs and procedures, developed a volunteer training program and managed a team of 150 staff and volunteers. She is also a Certified Jack Canfield Success Principles Trainer.
This is a Live Training & Workshop for members of the Transform Your Business Action & Support Group.
🗓When: TOMORROW, May 7th, 3p ET (Yes, it will be recorded)
📱 Where: Zoom
👉 How: Go to https://dressagenaturally.net/TYB, enroll in the Action & Support Group
💲 Save: Get 50% off using the code: THANKYOU ($49)
The BONUS call alone is worth the price of admission!
PLUS, if you enroll now you get:
✅ Immediate access to ALL the training materials
✅ Monthly Live Q&As (next up: 5/14 & 6/11)
✅ BONUS Unlock the Power of Professional Meetings for Horse Professionals on 5/7
✅ Private Facebook group
May 6

Solana and I had the amazing opportunity to be photographed by Susan McClafferty of @mareishmedia and all I can say is WOW!
May 25

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP228: RESPONDING TO WELFARE ISSUES
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 228 wherever you listen.
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.
.
.
#karenrohlf #horsetraininginharmony #dressagenaturally #horsetraining #horses #horsewelfare #horsemanship
May 16

🎤 NEW POD 💥 EP227: Stopping Riding
Enjoy this short excerpt
For the FULL episode go to: https://dressagenaturally.net/podcast/
Or search for Horse Training In Harmony Episode 227 wherever you listen.
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.
.
.
#dressagenaturally #horsemanship #horses #Horsetraining #horsetraininginharmony #karenrohlf #riding
May 9

Business Help for Horse Professionals!
TOMORROW: Join our BONUS LIVE CALL!
Unlock the Power of Professional Meetings for Horse Professionals with Karen Rohlf and Guest Expert Donna Blem!
This is your chance to learn from experts with proven success in the horse business!
During this LIVE BONUS training, you’ll learn:
✔️Master Effective Communication: Lead meetings that are clear, purposeful, and impactful.
✔️Boost Team Efficiency: Keep everyone on track and working towards common goals.
✔️Problem-Solving Techniques: Handle challenges with confidence and ensure your meetings lead to solutions, not just discussions.
✔️Maximize Your Time: Optimize meeting schedules and agendas to make every moment count, both for you and your team.
✔️Create a Positive, Collaborative Environment: Build trust and foster a team spirit that enhances productivity and morale.
Join us TOMORROW for a BONUS workshop designed specifically for horse professionals who want to take their leadership and business skills to the next level.
Don’t miss the opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills and grow your business.
Our expert, Donna Blem is part of the Transform Your Business Team. She has a business education and was co-founder and leader of a non-profit organization for 20 years where she oversaw construction, developed and led 3 capital campaigns, created programs and procedures, developed a volunteer training program and managed a team of 150 staff and volunteers. She is also a Certified Jack Canfield Success Principles Trainer.
This is a Live Training & Workshop for members of the Transform Your Business Action & Support Group.
🗓When: TOMORROW, May 7th, 3p ET (Yes, it will be recorded)
📱 Where: Zoom
👉 How: Go to https://dressagenaturally.net/TYB, enroll in the Action & Support Group
💲 Save: Get 50% off using the code: THANKYOU ($49)
The BONUS call alone is worth the price of admission!
PLUS, if you enroll now you get:
✅ Immediate access to ALL the training materials
✅ Monthly Live Q&As (next up: 5/14 & 6/11)
✅ BONUS Unlock the Power of Professional Meetings for Horse Professionals on 5/7
✅ Private Facebook group
May 6
