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Stacy Westfall teaches people how to understand, enjoy and successfully train their own horses. In her podcast, she shares all of her knowledge in her area of expertise: horses. She offers i...
In this episode, Stacy shares why she's taking a winter break from the podcast after seven years of weekly episodes. She talks about steppin...
In this episode, Stacy explains how teaching a horse to respond to more than one cue—whether that's leading and sending, or using reins, leg...
This episode explores why moments of discomfort are not only normal but necessary—for both horses and riders—as they grow and learn together...
This episode explores what hesitation at halter pressure really means—whether you're starting a young horse or checking the foundation of an...
This episode explores how a horse's lightness can quietly fade long after the "preschool" stage—and how that process often begins in the sma...
This episode explores how bend can be developed through the horse's body—beginning in the shoulders and hips and flowing forward to the head...
The earliest lessons in a horse's life often echo through every stage that follows—and understanding them can transform how you work with ho...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall explores how the challenges of age and physical effort intersect with the stories we tell ourselves. From ru...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall unpacks three key topics that shape both riding and life: goal setting without overwhelm, success defined fr...
What makes some riders succeed where others stall out? In this episode, Stacy Westfall unpacks Tony Robbins' model of state, story, and stra...
When riders add layers of communication, the line between offering support and making a correction can blur. In this episode, Stacy Westfall...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall explores how a simple cue system can evolve into a conversation with your horse. Through real examples from...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall explains how survival riding develops, why it often goes unrecognized, and what keeps riders stuck in that c...
When things are "kind of working," it's tempting to stay the course—even if you're not fully satisfied. In this episode, Stacy Westfall expl...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall offers three distinct ways to think about how horses learn to handle surprise. Drawing from her experiences...
Stacy Westfall teaches people how to understand, enjoy and successfully train their own horses. In her podcast, she shares all of her knowle...
Most riders only think about safety after something goes wrong. But what if the most effective way to feel secure—and actually be safe—is to...
Stacy Westfall teaches people how to understand, enjoy and successfully train their own horses. In her podcast, she shares all of her knowle...
If you've ever hesitated mid-ride, wondering how to acknowledge your horse without losing momentum, you're not alone. In this episode, Stacy...
Most riders want a focused horse—but many unknowingly skip the steps required to develop it. In this episode, Stacy Westfall explores four c...
Checking in on your goals mid-year might feel uncomfortable—especially if you've lost track of them or suspect you're not where you hoped to...
Striving for precision too early in training often backfires—not because correctness is wrong, but because perfection adds pressure. In this...
Stacy Westfall teaches people how to understand, enjoy and successfully train their own horses. In her podcast, she shares all of her knowle...
This episode builds on the previous discussion of horses "falling in" on circles by shifting from the problem to the proposed solution: teac...
Stacy Westfall teaches people how to understand, enjoy and successfully train their own horses. In her podcast, she shares all of her knowle...
Recorded from her truck at a horse show, Stacy Westfall explores the critical but often overlooked concept of energy management between hors...
Stacy shares insights from her first off-property trail ride with Ember, revealing a critical moment where riders unknowingly teach their ho...
This episode explores how shifting between perspectives reveals critical blind spots in your horsemanship. To illustrate this Stacy shares a...
Horsemanship is often described as an art—but teaching it requires breaking that art into pieces. In this episode, Stacy reflects on the cha...
Stacy Westfall explores the hidden conversation happening between riders and horses—beyond conscious cues. Using the analogy of learning to...
In this episode, Stacy explores the critical distinction between specific riding aids and your overall body intention. Riders often experien...
This episode explores the two core elements inside the rider's mind: the information you rely on and the thoughts that either help or distra...
In this episode, Stacy explores how horses experience emotion—and more importantly, how they can learn to regulate it. Through stories, trai...
A horse's body reveals more than just physical movement—it reflects their thoughts, emotions, and understanding. In this episode, Stacy West...
When your horse hesitates, pins its ears, or struggles with a movement, what's really happening? It's easy to jump to conclusions—assuming r...
When training your horse, are you treating symptoms or addressing the real issue? In this episode, Stacy Westfall explains why accurate diag...
Not every ride goes as planned—but what happens after the ride often determines whether you improve or stay stuck. In this episode, Stacy We...
This episode tackles the challenge many riders face when trying to balance structured training plans with intuitive horsemanship. Stacy West...
Do you find yourself using words like "trust" and "enjoy" when describing your horse training goals, but struggle to translate these concept...
What if your fuel—not your effort—is the problem? Stacy Westfall shares a surprising lesson in persistence, revealing why sheer determinatio...
When riders set goals, they often strip away the emotional elements in an attempt to make them more "professional" or achievable. Stacy West...
Do you catch yourself saying "I'm behind" so often it feels like a permanent state of being? That nagging sense of always playing catch-up c...
When pursuing a meaningful goal or implementing a yearly theme, three specific challenges consistently emerge that can derail your progress....
Do you find yourself cringing when someone asks about your goals? Or maybe you've set goals before, but they felt hollow and meaningless? Yo...
In this episode, Stacy explores how a fresh perspective on learning can transform your horsemanship journey. Through sharing her own mindset...
"If I could snap my fingers and give you a gift..." In this episode, Stacy shares what she considers one of the most powerful tools in any r...
In this episode, Stacy explores why celebrating small wins matters, even - and especially - when faced with unexpected emotions about our pr...
In this episode, Stacy guides listeners through creating a year-end review from their horse's perspective. Building on her popular approach...
In this episode Stacy explores the nuanced concept of play in horses, identifying three distinct types of playful behavior: possessed play,...
In this episode, Stacy Westfall shares a personal tip on the value of re-listening to podcasts, courses, and books to deepen learning and re...