In this heartfelt conversation, we explore the inner landscape of horsemanship how our personal growth, mindfulness, and energy awareness shape the way we connect with horses. Together, we reflect on the power of presence, the quiet lessons nature teaches us, and the importance of self-reflection in becoming more grounded and aware partners.

From Morocco’s vibrant Teburida celebrations to the stillness of meditation and mental coaching at the World Equestrian Games, this episode bridges cultural experience with inner awareness. It reminds us that horsemanship is not just about training techniques, but about who we become along the way — calmer, clearer, and more connected.

Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 | Reflections on the Fair Experience
01:32 | The Mindset of Horsemanship
03:45 | The Journey of Personal Growth
08:56 | Lessons from the 10-Year-Old Girl
14:20 | The Role of Nature in Learning
18:45 | The Importance of Self-Reflection
30:12 | Expanding Perspectives Through Experience
33:49 | Judgment and Personal Growth in Horse Training
38:53 | Experiencing the Call to Prayer with Horses
46:53 | Competing at the World Equestrian Games
52:05 | Mental Coaching and Performance in Competition
58:56 | Sharing Knowledge and Non-Judgment in Horse Training
01:07:56 | The Nature of Wandering Minds in Meditation
01:12:53 | The Shift from Obedience to Connection
01:20:01 | The Importance of Presence in Horse Training

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In this heartfelt episode, Paula Curtis and her guest explore the deep and timeless connection between humans and horses — a relationship that invites us into self-discovery, mindfulness, and personal transformation. Together they reflect on how horses mirror our inner world, guiding us toward presence, harmony, and greater awareness.

The conversation touches on how understanding and respect can create lasting partnership, how presence exercises deepen our connection with both horse and self, and how these lessons ripple outward into our relationships, our communities, and even the world. It’s a beautiful reminder that peace begins with awareness — and that horses are here to help us find it.

Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 | The Journey of Self-Discovery Through Horses
03:12 | Creating Harmony: The New Documentary
05:40 | Transforming Failures into Learning Opportunities
08:07 | The Importance of Presence and Mindfulness
10:50 | Building a Partnership with Horses
13:10 | Exercises for Mental Clarity and Connection
15:40 | Reconnecting with Nature and Animals
18:17 | The Role of Horses as Teachers
20:52 | The Path to World Peace Through Individual Growth
26:10 | Podcast Outro + Music

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In this insightful episode, Paula Curtis sits down with Rachel Bedingfield, an expert in positive reinforcement and equine behavior, to explore the science and soul behind connection-based horse training. Rachel shares her personal journey and the experiences that shaped her compassionate, neuroscience-informed approach to horsemanship.

Together they discuss how understanding fear responses, encouraging movement, and nurturing play can create lasting change for both horse and human. Rachel reveals how empathy and curiosity lead to deeper trust, why the horse’s environment matters as much as the exercises we teach, and how joy and presence transform every interaction. This conversation reminds us that true horsemanship is a journey of learning, love, and continuous connection.

Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 | Neuroscience of Fear and Learning
02:31 | The Importance of Relaxation in Training
04:59 | Building Trust and Connection with Horses
23:29 | Understanding Horse Turnout and Routine
29:03 | The Importance of Mental Engagement for Horses
29:29 | Learning from Influential Horsemen
34:09 | Connecting Mind and Body in Horsemanship
37:00 | Techniques for Synchronizing with Your Horse
44:13 | The Role of Play in Horse Training
50:38 | Balancing Energy in Training
54:06 | Exploring Connection Training Resources
59:11 | Podcast Outro + Music

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