Horse Training in Harmony
Episodes
EP261: Find Your Way
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how YOUR way is more important than THE way. The path is only right, if it’s right for you. Ab...
EP260: Emotional Freedom Tapping with Sarah Louise Lilley
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about Emotional Freedom Tapping with Sarah Louise Lilley and we are also joined by DN Instructor Shawna Lewis who uses EFT for ...
EP259: Accepting Praise
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share a story about the power of accepting praise and contemplate whether to hold on to, or not, the old measures of success.&n...
EP258: How to Learn Online
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode DN Instructor, Shawna Lewis and I talk about learning in online courses - why so many are disappointing, and what makes it possib...
EP257: Rehabilitating The Equine Athlete
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the pillars of rehabilitation I use when helping an equine athlete return to a mentally, emotionally, and physically heal...
EP256: Teaching Priorities
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I reflect on my recent conference with all the DN Instructors, and share one piece about priorities for teaching.About the Host:Karen ...
EP255: Using The Happy Athlete Training Scale
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explain a way to use the HATS to make better progress while prioritizing your horse’s well-being. It’s a short but hopefully ver...
EP254: When Your Horse Knows Best
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about when my horse makes the best decisions, and how we need to be paying attention and ready to set aside our egos when that ...
EP 253: Exuberance Or Trouble?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how we should feel about our horse getting ‘big’ when online or at liberty. Will it make it more likely they’ll lea...
EP252: What to Do When You See Mistreatment
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I continue my exploration of what we can do to help horses when they are being mistreated. Helping to improve horse welfare isn’t ju...
EP251: USPC Equine Welfare Task Force
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by the USPC Equine Welfare Task Force, made up of: Dr Stacy Anderson, Heather Bell, Dr Laura Thompson, Christina Keim. In ...
EP250: Low Performance with Dr Jenny Susser
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with high performance expert Dr Jenny Susser, a self described athlete, scientist, horse lover and people expert. She helps pe...
EP249: Postural Rehabilitation with Dr Judith Shoemaker & Dr Karen Gellman
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Dr Judith Shoemaker and Dr Karen Gellman. They talk about Postural Rehabilitation and why horses may not respond to tre...
EP248: Your Horse's M.O.
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about your horse’s M.O. Is there a quirk or behavior that continues through as you train? That even if you improve it, it com...
EP247: Wanting To
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I muse about how my horses and I navigate our feelings of ‘wanting to’ do things together (or not). I’ll share some stories of m...
EP246: My Horse is Perfect
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how perfect my horses are - not just my horses, but your horses, and all horses! This is not some superficial positive th...
EP245: Wild Horses with Scott Beckstead
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll be talking with Scott Beckstead of the Wild Horse Refuge in Colorado. We’ll talk about how he is helping wild horses who have...
EP244: Pressure & Freedom with Elsa Sinclair
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Elsa Sinclair of Taming Wild. I invite her to discuss her opinion on pressure, escalating pressure, and freedom. She offer...
EP243: Narration
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the power of narration. It’s a technique I use to build confidence, gain clarity, minimize fear, and to stay in the mom...
EP242: Fun With Numbers
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I have some fun with numbers, starting with a loose calculation of how much time I’ve spent practicing with horses, then somehow I m...
EP241: You Don't Have to Feel Bad
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about a disturbing situation where some professionals are actively making students feel bad about themselves in the name of car...
EP240: A Conversation with Tik Maynard
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Tik Maynard, professional event rider, author, and two-time winner of The Road To The Horse colt starting championships. ...
EP239: Me & My Energy
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about energy; not the kind that has to do with bigger gaits, or stronger aids, but the kind that effects how we are doing what ...
EP238: A Quick Note From Karen
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re taking a little summer break from the pod. See you in September!
EP237: More is More
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Often we who want harmony and lightness can tend to focus on doing less, asking for less, and being as invisible as possible. In this episode I talk a...
EP236: Chat with Christina Keim, Author of: Unwanted
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Christina Keim, author of Unwanted, The Causes and Effects of America’s Horse Population Crisis. This is a book every h...
EP235: Chat with DN Instructor, Niki Wilde Broadhead
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’ll meet my newest DN licensed Instructor, Niki Wilde Broadhead from Utah. She has a background in foundational horsemanship and a...
EP234: Reintroduction: Happy Athlete Training Scale
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a reintroduction of one of the most important concepts I teach, the Happy Athlete Training Scale. This is the framework for ethic...
EP233: Clear It, or Clarify It
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I give you a simple technique you can use in many different situations to improve what’s going on between you and your horse. A...
EP232: Professionals of a Certain Age
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about some of the challenges of being a horse professional for many decades, how things change, and perhaps a more positive way...
EP231: You or The Horse?
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how to keep track of all the things we need to keep track of when we’re doing stuff with our horses, and how do we know...
EP230: Why Should They?
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about some ways I help myself make decisions with my horses (and life). About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creato...
EP229: Intention & Surrender
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about intention and surrender, that delicate dance between having a plan and allowing things to happen naturally, between leadi...
EP228: Responding To Welfare Issues
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I take a look at horse welfare and how we can respond to situations where we think a horse is in a less-than-ideal situation. I’ll s...
EP227: Stopping Riding
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I answer a listener’s question about the challenge of deciding when to stop riding when it is the horse’s decision to stop. A...
EP226: Animal Consciousness, A Fable
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about animal consciousness. It’s a big subject that can get confusing quickly, and that’s why I wrote a fable about it.&nbs...
EP225: The Extraordinary Ordinary
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the magical stuff, those synchronous, rare moments when the stars align, and how maybe they are much more ordinary in the...
EP224: Revisiting Going Through
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we revisit episode 87 on Going Through because it is such an important subject! This episode is about throughness in the dressagey sen...
EP223: 2 Exercises, 1 Birthday Wish
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share a couple favorite must-have flexibility exercises from my book. I also share my birthday wish!About the Host:Karen Rohlf, auth...
EP222: All About the Sweet Spot Program
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about the Sweet Spot program and how it helps you find more harmony with your horse in an empowering and transformative way. At th...
EP221: Questions and Answers
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by DN Instructor Shawna Lewis. We answer questions from listeners. There are questions about connection with the reins, lo...
EP220: A Story and Advice
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll tell a funny little scary story that is remotely horse-related and then I’ll share 5 pieces of advice that will help you with...
EP219: Musical Freestyle with Sandra Beaulieu
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Sandra Beaulieu, the award-winning author of FREESTYLE: The Ultimate Guide to Riding, Training, and Competing to Music. Sa...
EP218: Lateral Work & Self Carriage
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about a couple of excerpts from my book. This time it’s about lateral work and self carriage.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, auth...
EP217: The Dance
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the most important middle between reward and punishment: Communication and Dancing. About the Host:Karen Rohlf...
EP216: When to Focus on Biomechanics
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about when it’s appropriate to prioritize improving how your horse moves. Doing it too soon or too late both have consequence...
EP215: This, That, & The Other Thing
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about variety - the kind we choose, and the kind we don’t. About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of ...
EP214: Why
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I muse about motivation and WHY we do horses… and how that may or may not affect the results we get. I’ll also share another story...
EP213: Equine Posture and Dentistry with Dr. Karen Gellman
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Dr. Karen Gellman who specializes in biomechanics. She is part of a team of people who created the Postural Rehabilitation...
EP212B: New Year Message 2025
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bonus New Year Letter from Karen.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally recognized clin...
EP212: Attuned Assessment with Dr. Lily Wilson
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Dr. Lily Wilson, a veterinary surgeon who has created a new way of helping horse owners take the very best care of thei...
EP211: 3 Random Thoughts
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll be sharing 3 random thoughts: A story about how smart horses are, some beautiful irony in the horse world today, and some reas...
EP210: Night Check
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you’ll be joining me while I do night check on Atomic. You’ll share our private special time together and muse about relationship...
EP209: The Basics
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the power of the basics and some essential things you’ll want to get great at. About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author ...
EP208: Harmony
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll muse about harmony. It’s not about everything being perfect. You can harmonize with disharmony! About the Host:Karen Ro...
EP207: Performance Story #2
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I tell a story about some recent performances and teaching I did at the Iberian Showcase at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala. I’...
EP206: Suppleness
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Karen talks about suppleness and key factors to help your horse maximize his potential for it! It’s an important quality that has m...
EP205: Spurs & Double Bridles
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With double bridles and spurs now being optional in some dressage competitions, it is bringing up questions about why they are allowed at all, and why...
EP204: Tour of the Temenos
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I describe how I have my property set up so horses get a lot of freedom, choice, and variety, while still keeping things safe, functio...
EP203: Precision & Play
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a core concept in the DN program. It’s the key to getting results, and even more importantly, it’s the key to YOU creatin...
EP202: Imaginary Loss
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about a dynamic where a loss or a limit can actually create dramatic positive lessons and improvements. The trick is to master ...
EP201: Permission
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the technique of asking for permission from your horse. This is an important element of building a relationship based on ...
EP200: Planning For Progress
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how to practice making better training plans for you and your horse. It’s less about recipes and more about knowing pos...
EP199: Taking Back Dressage
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this episode I try to untangle my mind around what dressage is, and reconcile the dressage I do with the sport of dressage. In the...
EP198: Best of HTIH – Advocacy: Speak Your Truth
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode: I’ll talk about the importance of advocating for our horses, and how that advocacy actually has to start with ourselves.. Abou...
EP197: Firmness with Fairness
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this episode I talk about how we can be firm while being fair, clear while being compassionate, and be non-negotiable while still ...
EP196: Transitions
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about transitions. I’ll give you some exercise to do with transitions to help your horse’s overall balance, engagement, and...
EP195: Home
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explore common phrases I hear students use to describe their experience when learning DN. I seek to discover exactly why they say it...
EP194: Enrichment With Mary Richards
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Mary Richards to talk about enrichment which is basically about how to keep our horses in a way that allows them to be ...
EP 193: Best Of HTIH: Complicating Half Halts
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode re-introduces a popular episode from the archives about the famous (infamous) half halt. The half halt is an important concept in dressag...
EP192: Best of HTIH: Noticing
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a re-introduction of a favorite episode of mine that goes more into our own minds rather than just horse training techniques, but I pr...
EP191: Dissolving Brace
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about Brace, and more importantly, what we can do about it. As you might guess, the solution is a little about the horse, and a...
EP190: Best Of HTIH: Assumption Of Obligingness
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this ‘Best Of’ episode I reintroduce an episode where I talk about an important belief that often is the root of conflict between horse and rid...
EP189: With Jim Masterson: The Masterson Method
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Jim Masterson, founder of The Masterson Method – a breakthrough form of equine bodywork which helps enhance performan...
EP188: Best Of HTIH: Confidence Is Over-rated
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this ‘Best Of’ episode I reintroduce an episode where I talk less about what to learn and do, and more about the process of learning and doing....
EP187: Best Of HTIH: What Makes A Good Rider?
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode goes deep into the HTIH archives as Karen re-introduces one of her favorite topics. It was the very first episode released: "What Makes A...
EP186: Principles in Practice
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I describe a lesson I taught recently in order to illustrate a practical application of some Dressage Naturally principles. This will ...
EP185: Q&A Improving Rider Position
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share a question from a student (and my answer) about her rider position. It’s not so much about what is the correct position, but...
EP184: Real Life Transformation with Heidi Lowthorp and Niki Wilde Broadhead
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am joined by Heidi Lowthorp and Niki Wilde Broadhead, who are part of the Transform Your Business Dream Team that help heart-centere...
EP183: Heart-Centered Horse Professionals
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about how important it is that the really nice, compassionate, heart-centered horse professionals thrive. About the Host: Karen...
EP182: Creativity with Sandra Beaulieu
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Sandra Beaulieu about creativity and horses, and how you can express your own creativity with your horse.About the Guest:S...
EP181: Intention Of The Exercise, Part 2
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I continue the theme  from the last episode which was about the importance of knowing WHY you are doing an exercise. This time with ...
EP180: Intention Of The Exercise, Part 1
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about the importance of knowing WHY you are doing an exercise. This will apply to the most basic or advanced exercises. Wh...
EP179: Advocacy: Speak Your Truth
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about the importance of advocating for our horses, and how that advocacy actually has to start with ourselves..  ...
EP178: Postural Rehabilitation with Dr. Karen Gellman
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with Dr Karen Gellman who specializes in biomechanics. She is part of a team of people who created the Postural Rehabilitation ...
EP177: Anxiety, Excitement & So Much More With Jane Pike
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Jane Pike, who helps me answer a student’s question about anxiety vs. excitement. Jane will share a bit of her own ...
EP176: Cycles
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this Happy New Year episode Karen ponders the different cycles that we can experience in life and of course horsemanship.About the Host:Karen Rohlf...
EP175: Quick Message
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A quick message of gratitude for all listeners before I take a podcast hiatus until January 5th.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dres...
EP174: Ask Karen Anything - Behind the Vertical
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll answer a student’s question about whether it’s ever OK for a horse to be behind the vertical. It’s an important subject, ...
EP173: Bareback
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about riding bareback, the pros and cons, the hows, and the whys..About the Host: Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dress...
EP172: What Makes The Difference
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s looking for the best system, the magic exercise, and the necessary techniques. These are important, for sure, but there’s something els...
EP171: Giving Thanks
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this Thanksgiving episode, I’ll be contemplating gratitude for all the things that didn’t go as planned or that might not have been welcomed or...
EP170: Dogs & Horses with Brenda Aloff
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined by professional dog trainer Brenda Aloff. She is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker, clinician and autho...
EP169: Dr. Raquel Butler Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Raquel Butler of Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics, in Australia. We’ll talk about listening to your horse when s...
EP168: Queen Natilla’s Performance
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll tell the story of a recent bareback and bridleless performance I did with Natilla. I’ll share how we prepared, how it went, ...
EP167: The Unbearable Heaviness of Horsemanship
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about a trending message that I think is inaccurate and unhelpful. In fact, I think it is working against the best intere...
EP166: Happy Athlete Training Scale
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the Dressage Naturally Happy Athlete training scale, and how you can use it as a blueprint for decision-making with your...
EP165: Ask Karen Anything - Rubbing On Wall When Riding
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I answer a student’s question about how sometimes when riding her horse gets too close to the fence and her legs get rubbed into the...
EP164: Claim Your Cape
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why partnership isn’t enough. It’s time to claim your cape and be your horse’s superhero!About the Host:Karen Rohl...
EP163: Should Not
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll riff off of a student's question to our FB group where she was wrestling with feeling emotionally and physically dysregulated,...