Equestrian Perspective

If you're struggling with a spooky horse, a reactive horse, or a horse that is on edge about everything, this episode will help you understand what's really going on - and how to help them feel calm, safe, and confident again. Many riders feel frustrated, confused, or even scared when their horse spooks, shies, or "overreacts". But your spooky horse isn't being difficult or naughty. In this episode, I explain the real reason horses spook, what their behaviour actually means, and the key steps you can take to reduce spooking and build trust in any environment. You'll learn how to read early signs of tension, how to support your horse's nervous system, and how to create a safer, more connected partnership - whether you're working at home, on the ground, or off-property. If you want practical, compassionate strategies for helping your spooky horse relax and become more confident, this episode is for you. ✨ FREE RESOURCE: To get started with a clear plan, download my Prepare Your Horse For Any Environment checklist - it's the exact foundation I use with spooky horses to build confidence step by step. ✨ Want deeper support? This is the kind of work we dive into inside The Field, my 3-month horsemanship mentorship experience for compassionate equestrians who want clarity, confidence, and a safer, more connected partnership with their horse. If you're ready for a guided pathway and personalised support, you can learn more here. ✨ Connect with me:https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorses/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/ teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com You've got this, Felicity

If you ever feel something in your body around your horse and find yourself wondering, "Is this fear… or is this my intuition?" this episode will bring you so much clarity. Many compassionate horsewomen feel torn between wanting to move forward and feeling paralysed by indecision, unsure whether the sensation they're experiencing is a warning or a gentle nudge. When you don't trust your inner guidance, every next step with your horse can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I explain the deeper emotional and somatic difference between fear and intuition, why both can show up at the same time, and why so many riders have been conditioned to override or outsource their internal signals. You'll learn how to listen to yourself with more confidence, compassion, and ease - so you can make clear, grounded decisions in your horsemanship and life. You'll explore: 🌙 The difference between fear sensations and intuitive messages 💛 Why they often rise together and create mixed signals 🐴 How to tune into your body so you know when to slow down, pivot, or take the next step 🌀 How to rebuild self-trust using past experiences and somatic awareness I'll also guide you through simple practices to recognise your intuitive yes and no, reflect on aligned vs. misaligned decisions, and begin connecting with the version of you who already feels grounded, confident, and clear. If this conversation resonates, this is the kind of inner work we dive into inside The Field - the mentorship experience where self-trust deepens and your confidence expands through being seen, supported, empowered, and celebrated. ✨ Explore the full Horse Human Connection Playlist here -https://open.spotify.com/playlist/53IV4jlWiRko5JJx0DqbJM ✨ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorses/ Website: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/ You've got this, Felicity  

If you've been carrying guilt connected to your horse...whether from past training choices, accidents, injuries, their transition, moments you wish you handled differently, or simply not being able to give them the care you wanted to - this episode will bring so much relief and softness. Guilt is something many compassionate horsewomen hold quietly and heavily. In this episode, I explain why guilt forms (and why it has nothing to do with you being a "bad" person), how guilt is really care wrapped in shame, and how to begin softening it into grace so you can show up with more presence, compassion, and connection. I also share my own experience with Bruce and the healing that unfolded on the other side of self-blame. Inside the episode, you'll explore: 💔 Why guilt and self-blame arise in caring horsewomen 🌿 How these emotions quietly create walls between you and your horse 🌙 The truth about your intentions... and why you've always done your best 💫 How to release shame and reconnect with your intuitive, tender heart ✨ Practical ways to move forward with more support, regulation, and connection If this conversation resonates, this is the kind of inner emotional work we deepen inside The Field, where guilt softens into grace, and you're supported, witnessed, and celebrated as you step into a more grounded, compassionate version of yourself - for you and your horse. ✨ Connect with me:https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorses/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/ teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com You've got this, Felicity

If you've been searching for answers in training methods, in other people's opinions, or even in your horse's behaviour - this episode will feel like coming home. So many compassionate horsewomen find themselves overwhelmed by information, stuck in loops of second-guessing, and unsure which direction to take next. In this episode, I share my own journey through the many layers of seeking clarity - from competition days, to shifting into compassionate horsemanship, to finding my way back to calm, confidence, and clear direction. You'll learn why confusion often arises right before a breakthrough, and why clarity isn't something you "find" outside yourself ... it's something you cultivate through self-trust. Inside the episode, you'll explore: 🐴 Why confusion shows up when you're integrating new awareness 🌿 Why clarity doesn't necessarily come from more information... but from inner alignment 💫 What to do when you hit a roadblock or feel unsure of your next step ✨ How meeting your true needs brings everything back into balance Whether you're questioning your path, your methods, or yourself, this episode is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and reconnect with the wisdom you already hold. If this message resonates, this is the kind of inner clarity and confidence we build inside The Field, my 3-month mentorship experience for equestrians who want a grounded pathway, deeper connection, and two-way communication with their horse - from the inside out. ✨ Connect with me:https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorses/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/ teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com You've got this, Felicity

If you've ever been told to "just get back on" after a fall, to "be braver" when you feel afraid, or to "push your horse through it," this episode will feel like a breath of relief. So many compassionate riders have been taught that courage means overriding their fear... but this conditioning often disconnects you from your intuition, your horse, and your sense of safety. In this episode, I unpack The Bravery Myth - the belief that forcing yourself or your horse through fear creates confidence. You'll learn why pressure-based bravery actually breaks trust, how it impacts sensitive horses and riders, and what true confidence-building really looks like when we understand the nervous system, emotional safety, and co-regulation. Inside the episode, you'll explore: 🐴 Why pushing through fear disconnects both horses and humans 🌿 How nervous system awareness builds real, lasting confidence 💫 Practical steps to rebuild safety, clarity, and communication ✨ The difference between performative bravery and authentic leadership Whether you're a returning rider, a compassionate trainer, or simply longing to feel calm, connected, and safe with your horse again, this episode will help you release guilt, trust your intuition, and redefine what real courage looks like in horsemanship. ✨ Want deeper support? This is the kind of work we dive into inside The Field, my 3-month horsemanship mentorship experience for compassionate equestrians who want clarity, confidence, and a safer, more connected partnership with their horse. If you're ready for a guided pathway and personalised support, you can learn more here. ✨ Connect with me:https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorses/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/ teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com You've got this, Felicity

In part two, Felicity and Rachel Buckle dive into the beautiful story of how Rachel manifested a new horse into her life after a four year break in horse guardianship. They explore the lessons her horse reflects back about alignment, presence, and self-trust, and how the journey of intuitive horsemanship can guide deep personal and spiritual growth. This episode is for anyone who desires to manifest a horse into their life, is curious about intuitive horsemanship and energy healing, or wants to strengthen their spiritual connection with animals. Connect with Rachel- https://www.instagram.com/msgs_from_within/ Connect with Felicity - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

In this first part of our conversation, Felicity and UK-based intuitive Rachel Buckle explore her awakening into energy healing, intuitive animal communication, and spiritual growth. Rachel shares how she created her Instagram page Messages From Within, stepped into her first paid sessions as a professional animal communicator, and began trusting her intuitive gifts even when they didn't make logical sense. If you're curious about animal communication, energy healing with horses, or developing your intuitive gifts, this episode will inspire you to embrace your unique path. Tune into Rachels first episode on the Equestrian Perspective Podcast. 156. Leaning Into Your Intuitive Gifts with Rachel Buckle - on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Connect with Rachel- https://www.instagram.com/msgs_from_within/ Connect with Felicity - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

In this episode, Felicity & Emiscah invite you to pause, breathe, and soften into the wisdom that's already alive within you. Felicity shares words written in the presence of her horses and nature and shares a raw reflection on the ways our soul gently guides us - often beyond logic - while our body, mind, and heart bring their own unique callings into the mix. You'll be reminded that: ✨ Your soul always knows the way, even when the path feels unclear. ✨ The body, mind, and heart may resist, but they also hold valuable signals worth listening to. ✨ Life can feel really, really good when you allow yourself to follow what lights you up. This episode is a reminder that you are meant for more, and that your inner guidance is always whispering this is the way. Explore the details for the next round of Nourished and apply here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/nourished Dive into Soul Led Business [free behind the scenes experience] here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/soul-led-business Connect with Emsicah - https://www.emiscahrose.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emiscahrose/ Connect with Felicity - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

In this powerful episode of the Equestrian Perspective Podcast, Felicity is joined by Emiscah Rose and Floriane to share an inspiring story of transformation inside the Nourished experience. Floriane describes her journey in Nourished as a storm - one that swept away everything not truly aligned, ultimately revealing deeper clarity, alignment, and a renewed sense of nourishment on the other side. Together, we explore: 🌪 The storm of transformation - how leaning into discomfort created space for her soul to expand. 🌱 Healing at the root - Floriane's process of softening her deep fear of death, and the way it reshaped how she shows up in life and business. 🐎 The role of horses and somatic wisdom in guiding her back to harmony, courage, and self-trust. ✨ The power of nourishment - what it truly means to feel full, aligned, and alive in your body and purpose. Floriane's story is a beautiful reminder that even when transformation feels chaotic and uncertain, on the other side is freedom, expansion, and a deeper connection with life itself. - Explore the details for the next round of Nourished and apply here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/nourished Connect with Floriane - https://connectioninbalance.com/ Connect with Emsicah - https://www.emiscahrose.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emiscahrose/ Connect with me - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

Register for my free Soul Led Business experience here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/soul-led-business Explore the details for the next round of Nourished and apply here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/nourished To connect with Emiscah, click here - https://www.emiscahrose.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emiscahrose/ To connect with me, check out: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

Join me as I have a beautiful conversation with Kara O'Laughlin from Equine Bodywork Online. Together we talk about Kara's journey with horses, how EBO manifested in her life, her story with her horse Cooper, bodywork tips for horse owners and so much more.  Happy listening!  Felicity x Connect with Kara here - https://www.equinebodyworkonline.com/ Connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

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In this episode, I dive into the often polarising conversation around Positive vs Negative Reinforcement in horsemanship. I share my honest thoughts, personal experiences, and why I believe this discussion isn't as black and white as it's often made out to be. Whether you're new to the topic or deep in the journey, this episode invites you to explore reinforcement through a compassionate, nuanced lens - one that centres relationship, not rigid rules. Dive deeper inside the field - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/thefield And connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/offerings See you in the field, Felicity x

Listen to the stories of four women who recently journeyed thorugh my small group mentorship experience, the field.  They all joined for different reasons and had different experiences yet as you will hear, their core values remain the same. The field is currently open for enrolment. Explore all the details and apply here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/thefield Jenna joined the field to get back into riding vs solely caretaking. What unfolded was a deeply healing journey that amplified her self-trust. Bianca realised her horse was mirroring so much back to her. Through the field, she softened, listened, and let her horse guide the way - taking their relationship to a whole new level. Gemma joined the field to deepen her connection with her mare Freya - and they've gone from strength to strength, even playing at liberty with what she calls "energy circling." Tina was caught in a cycle of trying to fix her mare and constantly second-guessing herself. Joining the field shifted everything - it didn't just change her relationship with her horse, it changed her life. Connect with - Tina: https://www.instagram.com/tina_boyes_16/ Jenna: https://www.instagram.com/hdfgolddust/ Bianca: Bianca@beelily.com.au & if you wish to connect with Gemma email me at teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com and I will pass on your details :)  And connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/offerings Thanks for listening,  Felicity x    

Listen to the stories of three women who recently journeyed thorugh my small group mentorship experience, the field.  They all joined for different reasons and had different experiences yet as you will hear, their core values remain the same. The field is currently open for enrolment. Explore all the details and apply here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/thefield Carola shares about her journey from dressage to incorporating horsemanship and finally finding her foundation in the field. She's from the Netherlands and tuned in to the call replays each week, soaking in the magic.  Maryline shares about her relationship focussed journey with horses, diving into the world of horsemanship, pursuing a career with horses, getting a young horse and cultivating a lot of acceptance and empathy through her journey in the field. She's from Belgium and also had great success tuning into the call replays each week and flowed at her own pace. Natalie shares about how she originally wanted to join to support her to start her young mare under saddle and then her world got turned upside down. Health issues came to the surface, leading her to make a difficult decision to lay her soul horses physical body to rest. She's joined the field to receive support as she navigated this big transition and I am so proud of her for leaning in and receiving support that she so beautifully offers everyone else. It was an honour to be there for her. Connect with Carola - https://www.instagram.com/carola_repetur/ Connect with Maryline - https://www.instagram.com/marylineleclef/  Connect with Natalie - https://www.instagram.com/agentlebreath/  And connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/offerings Thanks for listening,  Felicity x

"You've cultivated enough self trust and you know what you're doing, now can you listen to your body? Can you listen to your horse? Even if it doesn't look like what somebody else is saying is good or bad or right or wrong, how can you own that for you and not get swept up in this huge amount of what other people are doing." - Felicity  Connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/offerings   Connect with Güliz at:  https://www.equuarius.com/ https://www.instagram.com/equuarius/ and listen to her on Season 2 Episode 17 of the Equestrian Perspective Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/54Jn0lR1sA5vqNv5lIiDve    

"I've always felt like when we can go into the spaces that we don't often share with others, that's really where we're going to find the gems, the truth. I feel like the horses of course lead us in this. I would always say that I'm like an edge walker. So when people come and spend time with me, we're probably going to sort of veer off course to the edge because that's for me that's where the juice is, you know, that's where we're going to really get to the, the meat of whatever it is, who we are, why we're here, what we're passionate about, what, what matters to us. That's my biggest passion is like helping guide people there, spending time with people there, helping them to feel comfortable there, and then seeing what happens when we sit, when we hang out there." - Chloe Elgar Connect with Chloe: https://www.instagram.com/channeledbychloe/ https://www.channeledbychloe.com/ Connect with me: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

"I don't think that there is a wrong and a right. I think there is kindness and there is compassion and there is doing better but I don't think that there is a right and a wrong in the world of to ride or not to ride." - Güliz   Connect with Güliz at:  https://www.equuarius.com/ https://www.instagram.com/equuarius/   Connect with me at: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

If you are a soul led entrepreneur or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is going to be a soothing balm for your soul AND ACTIVATE YOU TO RISE!!!! To dive deeper and explore all the details for Nourished here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/nourished To connect with Emiscah, click here - https://www.emiscahrose.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emiscahrose/ To connect with me, check out: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

If you are a soul led entrepreneur or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is going to be a soothing balm for your soul. Together Emiscah and I have a conversation all about how you can welcome in a beautiful feeling of nourishment in your business and in your life. To dive deeper and explore all the details for Nourished here - https://www.felicitydavies.com.au/nourished To connect with Emiscah, click here - https://www.emiscahrose.com/ https://www.instagram.com/emiscahrose/ To connect with me, check out: https://www.felicitydavies.com.au https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/