Equestrian Perspective

Today's episode is a little different as I was interviewed on The Equestrian Connection Podcast last month, and I wanted to share that conversation with you here. So often I am interviewing guests or recording solo episodes, so I think you will enjoy this conversation where I am on the other end of the questions this time. 

Listen in to hear all about my journey with horses and mindset, confidence building, going after careers you might desire, following what lights you up, trusting yourself and connecting with horses on a deeper level. 

To connect with me further, you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

or jump on my website and explore my different programs

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/links

To connect with the team at The Equestrian Connection Podcast, check out:

https://www.wehorse.com/

In today's episode, I am joined by Linda Goldspink-Lord. She is an Author, Entrepreneur, Speaker and Director of Poseidon Animal Health, which is Australia’s fastest-growing animal gut health supplement company.

Together we have a wide-ranging conversation about the link between gut health and behaviour and how we can better support our horses. 

We discuss:

• An overview of Linda's journey with horses
• How she saw the link between gut health and behaviour in herself and how that transitioned over to animals
• Signs that your horse might show if their gut health isn't in an optimal state
• The importance of feeding our horses a balanced, forage-based diet
• The importance of transitioning our horses slowly onto new feeds, including grass and hay where possible
• "Poor doers" and how to improve their feed conversion efficiency 
• A realistic look at timelines when we are looking to improve things
• Maintaining a curious mind and asking questions if you are unsure about something

and so much more.

If you would like to connect with Linda or hear more about Poseidon Animal Health, click here - https://poseidon-equine.com/

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: - https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website and explore my different programs

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/links

This episode is unlike any transformation I have shared on the podcast before because you get to hear it unfold in real-time and holy moly is it cool to witness!

My lovely client and guest for today's episode is Danielle Crowell. I met Danielle a few weeks ago as she interviewed me for an episode on The Equestrian Connection Podcast by We Horse (you can find the link to that episode below).

During our conversation, she shared with me that she had some mindset blocks that held her back from doing more with her horses, so I reached out and asked if she would be interested in joining me for a podcast episode and a mindset coaching session all in one. So, that is what this episode is all about.

You'll hear about:

• How Danielle was struggling with not feeling good enough, and she would often worry about what other people thought of what she was doing with her horses. 
• Her journey with horses and how her past had shaped these thoughts and patterns
• How she felt directly after her 1 on 1 mindset session with me
• How she felt 2 weeks after our 1 on 1 mindset session (this part will blow your mind)
• What she would say to someone who was feeling stuck like she was

and so much more.

Click here to get your first month FREE inside my membership, Connected and try tapping live with me! - https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/connected

To connect with Danielle, click here:
https://www.instagram.com/danielle.crowell/

To listen to her interview me on The Equestrian Connection Podcast by We Horse, click here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Kp4v1stEQ8UkXvgDLwzSL?si=jJIxdUdYQWeR5lJx4iIpNg

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: - https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website and explore my different programs

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/links

In this episode, I talk about social media and how we can best engage with it to support us on our journey rather than feel like we are not good enough.

We have far more control over our reality than we sometimes realise. 

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/

Download my FREE Prepare Your Horse For Any Environment Checklist - https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/trainingchecklist

In this episode, Dr Tracy Rainwaters and I have a open conversation about how to navigate the loss of an animal before, during and after their passing based on our experiences so far. 

For those who haven't heard Tracy on the podcast before, she is a Shaman, Animal Communicator, Animal Chiropractor, Energy Healer and just an incredible human being. I am so grateful to have had this discussion with her because the lessons she shares about animals passing is not only practical, but it is deeply healing because she approaches it from all angles. She connects with the animal before it happens (if she can), she connects with other herd members before, during and after and also shares her experience grieving the loss of an animal after losing her mare Tina only a few weeks ago. 

I also share some of my experiences around losing animals in the past, and after talking with Tracy, I now have some more knowledge about how to make that experience as smooth as possible for all parties involved. 

I am sure you will feel a similar way after you listen to this episode too. 

To connect with Tracy and find out about her offerings, please click here - https://www.tracyrainwaters.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rainwaters/

https://www.facebook.com/dr.rainwatersdc

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/

In this episode, I chat with former Confident Equestrian Program student Lisa Mills. She is an Equine Assisted Counsellor and the proud owner of a beautiful Standardbred and very cute mini. 

Together we discuss:

-How she became an Equine Assisted Counsellor after moving through many different career paths

-Getting her first horse as an adult and her experiencing realising that she isn't a beginner anymore

-The difference between self-connection and self-development and how mindset tools and tapping have supported her on her journey

-Her journey inside the Confident Equestrian Program and how she made the decision to join

and so much more

To connect with Lisa, you can find her at: 
https://www.huntervalleychildrenstherapies.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lisamillscoach/

Or to connect with me, you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

To join CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/equestrian-oracle

In this episode, I talk with former Confident Equestrian Program student Sophie Evans about her journey with horses and navigating her horsemanship awakening. 

Listen to part 2 of this podcast to hear her talk about:

-The struggles she was having with her WB mare, Peaches

-Her introduction to horsemanship

-The mindest struggles she had trying to blend what she used to do with her new knowledge

-Losing her motivation with her horses

-Her time inside The Confident Equestrian Program

-How she got her motivation back

-What she is doing with her horses now 

-What her future plans are

and so much more!

To connect with Sophie you can find her on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/unicorneventing/

Or to connect with me you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

To join CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

In this episode, I talk with former Confident Equestrian Program student Sophie Evans about her journey with horses and navigating her horsemanship awakening. 

Listen to part 1 of this podcast to hear her talk about:

-How she got involved with horses

-What it was like getting her first horse in her 20's

-Her experiences working as a groom at lots of different barns, including grooming at top-level events

and everything in between.

You will love this episode if you have a history of competing or being involved in the competition world as I am sure you will relate to a lot of what Sophie shares.

To connect with Sophie you can find her on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/unicorneventing/

Or to connect with me you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

To join CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

In this episode, I chat with Kayla Russell. She is a Chartered Accountant and a past student of my Confident Equestrian Program, so I thought she would be the perfect person to join me to discuss financial empowerment for horse owners!

Together we talk about:

-All things budgeting for horse owners

-How to shift from avoiding your finances to empowering yourself to take control of them

-Money mindset

-Expanding your awareness around ways you can create more income

-Focusing on return on investment

And so much more!

To connect with Kayla you can find her at:

https://palfreyman.com.au/kayla-russell/

https://www.yourmindfulmoney.com/

Or to connect with me you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

To join CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

In this episode, I will share how I got into horsemanship, how I became a horsemanship mentor and how the Confident Equestrian Program started and what it is today.

You’ll learn what makes CEP different, who it’s for, and what allows the program to provide amazing results for my students. I’ll even give you an overview of the 5 modules within CEP and address common blocks people have so you can make informed, empowered, and confident action towards achieving your goals.

Here’s a glance at what you’ll learn from me in this episode: 

• How I run our enrolment process.

• How I got involved in horsemanship.

• What CEP is and what makes it different.

• Who CEP is (and isn’t) for.

• What allows CEP to WORK.

• An overview of CEP’s 5 modules.

• Why you WOULDN’T join CEP

To join CEP visit www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

Or to connect with me you can find me at:

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

In this episode, I have a wide-ranging conversation with Dr Tracy Rainwaters about the concept of making money with horses vs making money from horses. 

We chat about:

-Scarcity mindset in the equestrian industry

-The differences between starting a business pre and post-social media

-Empathising with the fact that most horse business owners do really care about them and there are many layers involved

-Appreciating those who have their own business and show up on social media

and so much more.

To connect with Tracy and find out about her offerings, please click here - https://www.tracyrainwaters.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rainwaters/

https://www.facebook.com/dr.rainwatersdc

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/

In this episode, I am joined by my beautiful friend Shadya Karawi Name who is an incredible Intuitive Healer and Spiritual Mentor.

Together we talk about:

• The power of Horse Spirit
• How energy work can help take your relationships to the next level, including those with your horses
• What happens during her Ancestral Memory Activation (AMA) sessions and what to expect
• What she would say to someone who is curious about this type of work but scared about what might come up
• How we all are drawn to horses for a reason and we all have our own innate gifts
• Letting go and following your intuition
• My experience during my AMA session with Shadya and the thoughts I was having afterwards

and so much more. 

Here is the link to our other podcast episode 

If you would like to connect with Shadya and book a session with her you can find her at:

https://linktr.ee/shadyakarawiname_

https://www.instagram.com/shadyakarawiname_/

https://www.instagram.com/shadyakarawiname/

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

or jump on my website www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

I touch on

• Sometimes you will just have a bad horse day
• If your horse doesn't respond in a positive way it doesn't mean that you are necessarily doing the wrong thing
• You cant expect your horse to be 100% happy all the time, learning is stressful and it's sometimes ok to encourage them through some moments if they need a helping hand to realise that they CAN do it 
• Sometimes we will have to do things with our horses that they dont like
• How important preparation is to avoid forcing our horses through things

Then I finish with a tapping all about navigating the ups and downs with horses.

Happy listening <3

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

or jump on my website www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

This episode is for you if you want to understand a bit more about your horse's behaviour and why it isn't personal, it is just feedback!

I talk about

• Why your horse might express unwanted behaviours
• What you can do to reflect on why they might be doing that
• What to do in the moment
• Are they being playful or just saying no
• Setting boundaries with our horses
• How to reflect on your values and decide what you feel is ok for you and your horse

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

or jump on my website www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

Together we talk about:

- How her horse Felix has been going since our last podcast episodes (episodes 6 & 16)

-The power of the breath and breathwork for equestrians

-How she receives communication from animals and how we can tap into doing this ourselves

-How to create energetic boundaries

and so much more.

To connect with Tracy and find out about her offerings, please click here - https://www.tracyrainwaters.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rainwaters/

https://www.facebook.com/dr.rainwatersdc

To connect with me on Instagram, click here: -https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

or jump on my website www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

This episode is like a part 2 episode to episode 41 all about Worrying About What Other People Think.

I expand on common worries that people have shared with me and how to understand them and let them go. 

You are amazing and you deserve to realise that and feel like you can advocate for yourself and your horse. 

I hope this episode is supportive for you.

To connect with me click here  -

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

Or go to https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/ to find out all about my offers and how to work with me :)

Let me guide you through a tapping exercise to help you tune in to having an amazing session with your horse!

Enjoy :)

Plus if you loved this episode I would like to invite you to join my membership, Connected.

Click this link and join to access your FREE 7 day trial- https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/connected

See you there :) 

To connect with me click here  -

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

In this episode, I chat with Sarah Handscomb. She is a physiotherapist, ex 4* eventer, dressage rider, horse riding coach and a graduate of my Confident Equestrian Program (CEP).

Together we discuss:

- How she started riding an overview of her journey with horses

- Why she decided to join CEP

- How improving her horsemanship skills helped her understand her quirky horses

- How what she was able to practice at home transitioned into competition environments

- The improvements she saw with each of the horses she worked with during and after CEP

- How it has been to coach students who have been through CEP

- How she sold her mare and paid for the new owner to participate in CEP so she could give her mare the best opportunity in her new home

and so much more!

To connect with Sarah click here

To find out more about The Confident Equestrian Program please click here - 

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

To connect with me click here  -

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

Alison had years of experience with horses and always found it easy to spend time with them until she fell ill and battled chronic illness for five years. During the time she was ill, all she was able to do was feed her horses.

Then as she began to recover, she suddenly lost her heart horse which added to the fear she was feeling about spending more time with her horses. 

About a year later, she contacted me and joined the CEP to see if she could get back her joy with her horses again. 

Together we chat about all of the above plus an honest reflection of how her journey in CEP unfolded, and she found happiness with her horses again, which she never thought would be possible three months ago. 

Her journey is so inspiring. I am so happy for her and so grateful for the ability to be able to guide her on this journey. 

To connect with Alison please click here:

https://www.instagram.com/equiharmony.wellness/

https://www.facebook.com/equiharmonywellness

To find out more about The Confident Equestrian Program please click here - 

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

To connect with me click here  -

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

In this episode, I chat with Confident Equestrian Program (CEP) graduate Cassie. She has a background in psychology and is a dog trainer who predominately uses positive reinforcement, but before she joined CEP, she struggled to find a method of reinforcement that felt right to her to use with her horse. 

Together we discuss:

- How she was able to find and accept a method of reinforcement that works well for her quiet but very foody Clydie x, Oakie

- Her concerns about using negative reinforcement and desensitising and what her views are on that now

- The struggles she was facing as someone who wants to use both positive and light negative reinforcement with her horse and the perceived judgement that can come from that

- How she has been able to set Oakie up for success and prioritise their relationship whilst progressing with their training goals

- Her journey towards trusting herself and realising that she is the expert of her horse

- Her thoughts about CEP

and so much more.

To find out more about The Confident Equestrian Program please click here - 

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/CEP

To find out more about my membership, Connected please click here - 

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/connected

To connect with Cassie just click here - https://www.instagram.com/oakie_the_wonderpony/

To connect with me click here  -

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/