New Emotional Regulation Workbook for Riders

Riding is as much a mental game as it is a physical one. Every equestrian knows the feeling—your horse senses your tension, your focus wavers, and suddenly the ride doesn’t go the way you planned.

That’s why I’m so excited to share The Equestrian Mind Emotional Regulation Workbook, a new digital resource designed to help riders like you stay calm, present, and effective in the saddle. This 20-page workbook is packed with evidence-based strategies to improve your emotional awareness and strengthen your connection with your horse.

Why Emotional Regulation Matters for Riders

Your horse feels everything you feel. When you’re stressed, anxious, or frustrated, your horse picks up on it — sometimes before you even realize you’re holding that tension yourself. This can lead to unclear communication, reactive riding, or even a breakdown of trust between you and your horse.

On the flip side, learning to manage your emotions creates a smoother, more connected ride. You respond to challenges instead of reacting to them. Your cues become clear and consistent. And your horse feels safer, more relaxed, and more willing to partner with you.

This is exactly what the Emotional Regulation Workbook is built to help you achieve.

What’s Inside the Workbook

This is a step-by-step guide to understanding and mastering your emotions before, during, and after a ride. Here’s a peek at what you’ll find inside:

• Pre-Ride Warm-Ups to set the right mental tone before you even mount

• In-the-Saddle Regulation Tips to reset your mind and body mid-ride

• Post-Ride Reflections to identify wins, challenges, and growth areas

• A 7-Day Emotional Regulation Challenge to build lasting habits

• Rider Self-Assessment Worksheets to track progress and patterns

Every exercise is designed to be simple, actionable, and impactful, so you can start noticing changes in your riding right away.

Who This Workbook Is For

Whether you’re a casual rider looking for a calmer experience or a competitive equestrian aiming for peak performance, this workbook is for you.

If you’ve ever felt:

• Anxious before lessons or shows

• Frustrated when things don’t go as planned

• Disconnected from your horse in stressful moments

…then learning emotional regulation will be a game changer.

Meet the Author

I created this workbook drawing on my experience as both a licensed clinical therapist and lifelong equestrian. With over 50 years of riding experience in the show ring and an MBA in sports performance, I understand the unique emotional challenges riders face.

My goal with The Equestrian Mind Emotional Regulation Workbook is to give you the tools to ride with confidence, presence, and joy because when you feel your best, your horse does too.

Get Your Copy Today

The workbook is available now as an instant digital download, so you can start building emotional mastery in your riding today.