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In this episode we get settled back into our weekly personal growth podcast for equestrians. I take this time to introduce you to the focus for this season and to help set you up for success by suggesting some resources that will help you take action and make change throughout the third season of Take the Reins.  Links Mentioned:https://www.amazon.ca/Cleaning-Up-Your-Mental-Mess/dp/1540900401/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw7fuJBhBdEiwA2lLMYavuHJIJJIk6ali_p6ueZpXLovyFDMN4FD_8ga6AhJTHPPJEE8gHLBoCUgkQAvD_BwE&hvadid=475188872285&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1002105&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10104776409443200406&hvtargid=kwd-1058511493664&hydadcr=27889_10612579&keywords=cleaning+up+your+mental+mess&qid=1631550368&sr=8-1https://www.becauseofhorses.com/episode-102-dr-petershttps://www.amazon.ca/Lets-Be-Honest-equestrian-journey/dp/B09B28Q21F/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1631550508&sr=8-2https://www.amazon.ca/Lets-Ride-Reins-equestrian-goals/dp/B09DJG47QP/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1631550508&sr=8-4Follow me online @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/Purchase publications by Nikki Porter @:https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=nikki+porter&ref=nb_sb_noss_1Support the show

Todays episode was recorded with a heavy heart. It is dedicated to my Hush Puppy."How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." - Winnie The PoohSupport the show

I share two bits of news for my listeners and share a reading from The Conscious Communicator after doing to personal reflection on the impact increased awareness has on our ability to show up with softness for our horses and humans in our lives. Support the show

In this episode I challenge you to shift your awareness of your pace and feel in your everyday life to enhance your horsemanship. I speak about slowing down as a way to find the space to respond versus react, but to also attend to what is truly needed in our relationships, both human and equine. Follow me online @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/www.informedequestrian.comLinks mentioned:https://www.patreon.com/nikkiporterhttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-37-kerri-lake/id1525271300?i=1000518432256Purchase The Conscious Communicator online @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

What a fun conversation this was! If you haven’t had a chance to listen to episode 42 where I first chat with my mentor, friend, and co-teacher Beth Killough, make sure to check it out. In this episode Beth and I dive deeper into the topic of natural leadership, the importance of asking “What is happening right now?”, and using pace and feel to help in all relationships. We share some news about the next session of our Aware Horsewoman Program and we hope this conversation finds you well. Links Mentioned:https://www.thecircleupexperience.com/https://www.instagram.com/thecircleupexperiencehttps://www.facebook.com/thecircleupexperienceFollow me online @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/Purchase The Conscious Communicator online @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

EPISODE SUMMARYI share 3 conclusions I have come to over the last few weeks as a result of reading a social media thread regarding personal development and horsemanship.EPISODE NOTESI share 3 conclusions I have come to over the last few weeks as a result of reading a social media thread regarding personal development and horsemanship. This episode allows me a place to share my thoughts on the following: Our inability to separate personal development from our development as an equestrian, that there is nothing "woo woo" about connecting the two, and that I am honoured to be taking part in forward thinking conversation within the horse community that puts the relationship with the horse at the forefront. Thank you for being part of this incredible ride and for doing the hard work of being accountable, honest, and loving.FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/www.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.patreon.com/nikkiporter Support the show

EPISODE SUMMARYI have the privilege of speaking with Jim Masterson & Dylan Silver where they share the experience of producing the documentary film, “A Mind Like Still Water”.EPISODE NOTESI have the privilege of speaking with Jim Masterson & Dylan Silver where they share the experience of producing the documentary film, “A Mind Like Still Water”. This film is one  in which Dylan’s crew films Jim, the founder of The Masterson Method, a light touch equine massage technique, and Mark Rashid co-teach the yearly clinic they offer yearly which combines their teaching and methodologies. Along with bringing awareness to the film and sharing why they believe it is so important for the equestrian world, we also share how this work helps enhance the awareness of horse owners to build better partnerships with their horses. The film just scratches the surface of the work, but tells a brilliant story of how horses and humans come together and the impact they have on one another.FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/www.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://mastersonmethod.com/product/a-mind-like-still-water-dvd/https://www.instagram.com/mastersonmethod/https://www.facebook.com/MastersonMethodhttps://www.instagram.com/dylansilver19/https://www.facebook.com/dylansilverofficialhttps://markrashid.comhttps://www.facebook.com/consideringthehorsehttps://www.thecircleupexperience.comPURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

In this episode I share my advice on how to move through feelings of guilt as a horse owner. This topic was requested by a listener and is one that I feel passionate about. I share my experience with my own battle with guilt and how it became the catalyst for change in my life, as well as, a new exercise to help stop guilt in its tracks, whether put on you by yourself or others. FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/www.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comPURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

I discuss how my own personal experiences and responses to 3 particular situations helps me show up more fairly for my horses.  I use 3 experience: Physical pain, not feeling seen or heard, and confusion to help me work with my horses (and other humans) from a more informed and compassionate mindset. FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comPURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

In this episode I have the opportunity to converse with Lisa Hamilton-Smith beyond the Clubhouse rooms we normally meet in. We discuss living a life we love and desire with our horses and humans. Lisa is a wealth of knowledge and drops gem after gem to help shift our mindset. Lisa currently runs the Equestrian Mastermind, is the co-host of The Dream Team Life Podcast, and is a retired event rider and trainer who encourages us to live our dreams because she has truly lived taking the risks needed to live her own dreams.FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/www.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://www.instagram.com/thedreamteamacademy/https://linktr.ee/Dreamteamlifehttps://www.thedreamteampodcast.comhttps://www.olympicriding.com/eqm-start45865247Support the show

In this episode I speak about the importance of getting honest about where you are, where you want to go, and how you plan to get there to set clear goals and intentions that will set you and your horse up for success. I speak about the power of writing down your core desired feelings and how to use them to move you and your horse forward toward your goals. FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comPURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0 Support the show

In this episode I have a long-time coming conversation with The Mindful Cowgirl, Kaitlyn Hurst! We cover so many topics through an authentic desire to share experiences, insight, and connection. From Kaitlyn sharing about her moving story about her horse Joe to the need to push ourselves beyond our comfort zones to build confidence and resilience in life.FOLLOW ME ONLINE @:https://nikkiporter.ca/https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/nikki@informedequestrian.comwww.informedequestrian.comLINKS MENTIONED:https://www.instagram.com/themindfulcowgirl/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/findingthefeellinktr.ee/digitalhorsemanship PURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

Nikki shares a reading from my book The Conscious Communicator: The Pursuit of Joy and Human Connection Inspired by the Art of Horsemanship, offering both myself and my listeners a timely reminder of the the role trust, respect, mindfulness, intentions, and awareness play in our relationships both human and equine.Follow me online @:https://www.instagram.com/nikkiportercoaching/https://www.facebook.com/nikkiporterauthor/TikTok- @nikkiportercoachingPURCHASE THE CONSCIOUS COMMUNICATOR ONLINE @:https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/772389-the-conscious-communicatorhttps://www.amazon.ca/Conscious-Communicator-Connection-Inspired-Horsemanship/dp/1982217375/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SL8DE7C6AJ2B&keywords=nikki+porter&qid=1574711772&sprefix=Nikki+Po%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-conscious-communicator-the-pursuit/9781982217372-item.html?ikwid=Nikki+Porter&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0Support the show

Welcome to a Very Special episode of Canada Horse Podcast. In this episode we are switching things up for a very important reason. We are joined by 3 other women who all feel so strongly about the topic we’re discussing today that they made themselves available within very short notice so that we could all come together for a round table-like discussion - ALL with the intention of being part of a positive shift in the equestrian world. On today’s episode we have the original Fancy Lady Cowgirl, Courtenay DeHoff - she is a tv host, speaker and host of the Cowgirl Problems podcast. Also joining us is Deidra Fox - Deidra is a photographer, farm girl, barrel racer, and she’s making all kinds of positive waves right now on Tiktok, Youtube and Instagram! Last, but not least, we have Renada Crawshaw, the owner and creative mind behind Pale Horse Ranch and an outspoken advocate of rock and roll cowgirls everywhere!Be sure to tune into this conversation to hear us dive deep into how to change the conversation and mindsets in the equestrian world to make it more positive and welcoming.Links Mentioned:https://www.pothiermotors.comhttps://www.instagram.com/christian.lowe.100/http://christianlowe.cahttps://www.instagram.com/deidrafox/https://www.instagram.com/palehorseyyc/https://www.instagram.com/courtdehoff/https://anchor.fm/courtenay-dehoff Follow Informed Equestrian online @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrianSupport the show

We are excited for this unique episode because it showcases two incredible assets to our equestrian industry here on the East Coast and because we believe it is a conversation that will be informative for all horse owners. In this episode we are speaking with Dr. Jordan Koivu and Aaron Steeves. Dr Koivu works as a equine veterinarian with Sunny Coast Vets and Aaron is one of the maritimes most well respected and educated farriers.Links Mentioned:https://www.pothiermotors.comhttps://sunnycoastvet.comFollow Informed Equestrian online @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrianSupport the show

In this episode we have the joy of speaking with Canadian Endurance Trainer and Coach Ashley Tomaszewski. We thoroughly enjoyed learning about the sport of Endurance and took the opportunity to ask about different races, conditioning, and training. We learned and laughed A LOT during this conversation and hope you enjoy listening just as much as we enjoyed recording it! You do NOT have to be an endurance rider to enjoy this episode, in fact, it is designed to expose endurance to the Canadian horse owners who are not versed in the world of endurance and all it is about and has to offer!LINKS MENTIONED:https://ridelikeanathlete.com/stable-to-40khttps://www.facebook.com/APlusEnduranceRiding/https://www.instagram.com/a_plus_endurance/https://www.pothiermotors.comhttps://equilab.horseFOLLOW INFORMED EQUESTRIAN ONLINE @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrianSupport the show

We have an extra special episode for you today where we share a great conversation about tack & equipment we had the privilege of facilitating on Clubhouse with Matt Mills! Matt is a professional reining trainer in rider who aligns perfectly with the values of Informed Equestrian through our desire to share knowledge and create a supportive and inclusive community where there are no stupid questions! Matt is consistently ranked on the NRHA Top Twenty Professionals Riders list and has NRHA lifetime earnings of over $1,000,000.00. He is regularly a finalist at major NRHA events and has received several titles including NRHA Intermediate Open Futurity Reserve Champion as well as multiple titles at the National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC). He has also earned several large futurity and derby titles including RMRHA Summer Slide, High Roller Reining Classic, SWRHA Futurity and NRHA Cowtown Classic. In addition to his youth, skill and natural riding ability, he is well known for his professionalism, showmanship, and charismatic personality. LINKS MENTIONED:https://mattmillsreining.comhttps://www.youtube.com/user/mattmillsreining1https://www.joinclubhouse.comhttps://tombalding.comhttps://classicequine.com/ce/https://www.5starequineproducts.comFOLLOW INFORMED EQUESTRIAN ONLINE @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrianSupport the show

Circle your wagons and join us for conversations with the pros of professional carriage driving. Hear directly from expert drivers about the care, keeping, and lifestyle of carriage horses, as well as the unique world of carriage driving as a profession. Our Legislative/Regulatory Update discusses the High Health High Performance framework and what it means for international competition. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3791 –Show Notes and Links:Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse CouncilGuest: Tommy Doyle of Palmetto Carriage WorksGuest: Ben Speight of Royal CarriagesSponsors: Zoetis and PyranhaSubscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.Follow Horse Radio Network on Facebook or follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookFollow the American Horse Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)Time Stamps:00:46 - The Enchantment of Carriage Rides09:38 - The Joys and Challenges of Working with Horses20:14 - The Importance of Animal Welfare in Carriage Operations27:52 - Hiring and Training Carriage Drivers35:03 - Humorous Encounters in Carriage Tours39:50 - Legislative and Regulatory Updates on Biosecurity

Each year the top 25 tie-down ropers in the PRCA world standings vote for the AQHA/PRCA Tie-Down Roping Horse of the Year bronze to go to one great calf horse. On this episode of The Tie-Down Breakdown, we’ve asked some of the best calf ropers in the world to weigh in on who they think deserves the title. We talk with Shad Mayfield, Haven Meged, Marty Yates and Shane Hanchey on the horses that stood out to them this season and why they deserve to win the 2025 AQHA/PRCA Tie-Down Roping Horse of the Year award. This Episode is Brought to You by Roping.comGet unlimited access to roping.com‘s comprehensive tie-down, breakaway, and team roping video library and learn from World Champions Caleb Smidt and Shad Mayfield as well as top trainers Logan Harkey and Justin Maass. Rope with legendary breakaway ropers like Lari Dee Guy, Hope Thompson, and 2024 NFBR World Champion Kelsie Domer. Plus, binge hundreds of hours of live and archived ropings including the Cinch Timed Event Championship, The Patriot Events, and more.More From The Tie-Down BreakdownThe Tie-Down Breakdown: The Dylan Hancock StoryThe Tie-Down Breakdown: Kyle Lucas on Chasing His Own LegacyThe Tie-Down Breakdown: Tuf Cooper’s Nashville Win and 2025 MindsetIntroducing Hannah Wheeler: New Host of The Tie-Down Breakdown

Diagnostic tests and veterinary equipment are advancing rapidly and offering practitioners unparalleled insights into equine structures and pathologies. Here's what to consider before making a major purchase and how to determine its cost per use.Read the article here: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/financial/should-i-buy-this-piece-of-equipment/