
Podcast Archives
EP022: Re-Creating Art
In this New Year’s episode, I ponder life, meaning, creation, recreation & art – and of course, horses. It’s reflective of the brain-space I get in around the new year!
EP021: Speaking with Karen Partisch about Craniosacral Therapy
In this episode, I interview Karen Partisch about Craniosacral Therapy for horses and humans. We talk about the power of relaxation, energy work, and more.
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.
EP019: Diamonds In The Dark
I am talking about making progress. I’ll share some wisdom from the DN book and will discuss how to practice making training plans.
EP018: Pay Attention!
In this episode, I’ll talk a bit about curiosity, distraction and evasiveness and how to know which it is and what to do about it.
EP017: Partnership vs Leadership
I don’t think you have to make a choice between being a partner or being a leader for your horse, in fact one of those can’t happen without the other.
EP016: The Power Of Clarity
The power of clarity is one of the MOST important things to focus on with your horse. Lack of clarity of communication is a leading cause of contortion and disharmony.
EP015: Lessons From Atomic’s Colic Surgery
This is the story of my horse’s recent colic surgery… how we knew he needed it, how I navigated the emotional rollercoaster and how something helpful can come of experiences like this.
EP014: Happy Athlete From Psychology Perspective with Antonia Henderson, Ph.D
Antonia Henderson, Ph.D joins me to discuss the scientific view of how stress affects horses, and how traditional ways of keeping horses are not always so healthy to the horse.
EP013: The 5 Truths For Learning Dressage
Learn common solutions to dressage problems plus 5 NEW solutions that are based on 5 truths for learning dressage but are not often discussed.
EP012: Ask Karen Anything!
In this episode of Ask Karen Anything, I answer 2 questions from students in my Video Classroom. One is about maintaining a canter, and the other is about a horse who balks.
EP011: 9 Habits For Excellent Horsemanship
Discover the 9 habits that will help you problem-solve, better understand what is going on with your horse, and give you more possibilities for things to change to make things better.
EP010: How To Physically Develop Your Horse
In this episode, I’ll give you a blueprint for building strength, stamina, and coordination while avoiding falling into the trap of drilling, fatiguing or boring your horse in the process.
EP009: How & What
We are paying attention to not just WHAT you do, but HOW you do it. This will help you get unstuck or simply enjoy the process of learning even more.
EP008: Stories Of Training Dressage With & Without Bits
I will be sharing stories about my personal experiences training using a mixture of bits and bitless as well as how the equipment used at different stages affected the training.
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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).
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#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.
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#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
