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Back to EpisodesWhy it's OK to cry...and how it can actually *improve* your time with your horse if you do!
Description
In this week’s episode, we’re diving into something most riders try to hide… crying.
Yep! The tears, the wobble, the “I’m fine” lie we’ve all said through clenched teeth.
But here’s the truth: crying isn’t weakness. It’s regulation, release, and an essential part of rebuilding confidence with your horse.
We unpack:
- Why crying is a biological tool for emotional processing
- How suppressing tears keeps you stuck in fear, anxiety, and shame
- The link between emotional release and a calmer, more connected nervous system
- How crying actually builds trust and communication with your horse
- Why your tearful moments are not failures, they’re turning points
Whether you’ve cried in the saddle, in the car on the way home from the yard, or while brushing your horse after a tough ride… this episode will help you understand why it happens and how to use it to grow.
You’ll learn how tears:
- Reduce the emotional overwhelm you carry into the saddle
- Stop the spiral of frustration, fear, and self-judgement
- Support genuine confidence, the kind that comes from healing, not hiding
- Create emotional safety for both you and your horse
If you want to build confidence, deepen your horse–human connection, and move through fear without shame, this episode is a must-listen! Grab your tissues and lets go!
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