Horse Training in Harmony
Episodes
EP062: Empowerment
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is based on a blog I wrote about Sneaky Disempowerment and 7 steps to avoid it. I’ll talk about what we can do to help ourselves stay a...
EP061: The Frustration Trap
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about frustration. It’s an emotion we all have experienced at some point or another. I’ll share some insights into it,...
EP060: Compromise By Comparison
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the dangers of comparing ourselves to others. For some, comparison can inspire and energize, but for so many students it ...
EP059: Anticipation & Assumption
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I will talk about anticipation vs assumption. I’ll look at how we can use consistency and variety in an artful way to achieve the re...
EP058: Time For Horses with Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking is a Speaker, Coach, and Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience helping people create and achieve their goals....
EP057: Principles of Dressage Naturally
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll share 12 principles of Dressage Naturally. These are some of the most important guidelines for success. When things start going...
EP056: Happy Horses with Jenifer Zeligs
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a recording of an interview I did with Dr. Jenifer Zeligs as part of a Happy Horse Interview Series. Jenifer is the author of Animal Training ...
EP055: Happy Horses with Luca Moneta
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is a recording of a 2020 interview I did with Luca Moneta (Grand Prix Jumper from Italy). We talked about the subject of Happy Horses. He shares ...
EP054: Relationship in Competition
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The 2020 (2021) Olympics just finished, so I thought I would muse about my thoughts around competition, and what quality is most needed in equestrian ...
EP053: Be With Me
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s an amazing feeling when our horses are truly ‘with us’. In this episode I’ll talk about what that means, and some things we can do to exp...
EP052: One Year
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode marks 1 full year of my podcast! I am celebrating and musing about this past year. Along the way I’ll talk about emotions, challenges, ...
EP051: Using Energy
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about using your energy. I teach that we need to use our intention and body language and energy with our horses, but what ...
EP050: The One Thing
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about something I think about a lot when training and maintaining my horses. I also use this technique when teaching, to h...
EP049: Ask Karen Anything
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What to do when your horse says: ‘I don’t like that’...In this episode I answer a question about a horse who doesn’t like going into the barn ...
EP048: Feeding Your Horse with Dr Juliet Getty
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll be speaking with Dr. Juliet Getty of Getty Equine Nutrition (https://gettyequinenutrition.com/). We’ll talk about how to feed...
EP047: Life, Empowerment, & Horses
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak Daniel Nevins, a fine art painter and licensed professional psychotherapist. We discuss art, life, harmony, and how they all c...
EP046: Body Language Expert Greg Hartley
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with one of the top 10 body language experts in the world, Greg Hartley. We’ll talk about reading body language, interrogati...
EP045: Starting Over
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll answer a student’s question about how to ‘start over’ with her older horses, now that she realizes that the experience th...
EP044: Magic Moments with Carla Bauchmueller
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll be talking with Carla Bauchmueller of The Intuitive Rider (theintuitiverider.com). Carla is a level A licensed trainer of the G...
EP043: Lessons From The Tractor
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I’ll share some musing about lessons I’ve learned while riding - a tractor!I’ll talk about the dangers of getting stuck in ruts...
EP042: Collection & Half Halts
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about collection. I will share an excerpt from my book: Dressage Naturally… Results in Harmony and will expand on what ...
EP041: A Story About Hooves
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll tell the story of how I learned about the importance of a good hoof trim. I’ll talk about my horse Vivaldi, how his feet tra...
EP040: BEing vs DOing
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about how important it is to take care of how you are BEing with your horse, just as much as (or maybe a little bit more ...
EP039: Different Rules For Different Breeds?
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about whether it’s reasonable to have different rules for different breeds when it comes to training. It’s a question...
EP038: Sharon Madere - Breeding and Raising Happy Horses
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined by Sharon Madere. Sharon is a certified horse behavior consultant where she focuses on equine problem-solving and behavio...
EP037: Artificial Aids
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about artificial and auxiliary aids. Things like bits, spurs, sticks, draw reins, etc. I’ll talk about what they are for and how to ...
EP036: Getting Help With A Challenging Horse
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I answer a student’s question about what to do when you normally work by yourself, you want to use partnership-based techniques… a...
EP035: Get Un-Stuck!
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will take a look at the common ways horses and students get stuck and more importantly how to get unstuck! It’s normal that our p...
EP034: The Purpose Of Dressage
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode explores the purpose of doing dressage. I’ll look at it separate from our own human goals, and instead talk about the purpose...
EP033: How To Ask Questions
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I love answering student questions. I get a lot of information not only from the question but from HOW the question is asked. In this episode, I will ...
EP032: What CAN You Do?
14 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not fun when your horse is injured or otherwise set back. But often there is more we can do than stop all progress and feel sorry for ourselves...
EP031: Pressure
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about the use of pressure in training. It is not such a simple issue. It sounds nice to say we don’t want to use pressu...
EP030: The 3 Filters
28 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about the 3 filters I use to observe a horse or horse and rider. This is especially helpful when I meet a new horse and ri...
EP029: A Pod About Listening to The Pod
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I recently asked people on FB what they were doing when they listened to my podcast. Many people were driving, some were doing household chores, ...
EP028: Ask Karen Anything
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of AKA I answer a question from a student about what to do when her horse loses forward energy during dressage movements. This is a ve...
EP027: Ask Karen Anything
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of AKA, I answer a couple of questions from students… The first one has to do with how to handle it when you have an instructor, but...
EP026: Buck Tradition. Be More YOU!
31 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the importance of being YOU! So many students miss a deeper relationship with their horse or miss important moments in t...
EP025: An Interview with Dr Renee Tucker - Tucker Biokinetic Technique
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Dr. Renee Tucker DVM about holistic veterinary care, her Tucker Biokinetic Technique and how to prevent suspensory issues...
EP024: Goals & Confidence with Dr. Jenny Susser
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Dr Jenny Susser. Dr jenny is a sports psychologist and we talk about goals, failure, and confidence (among other things)....
EP023: Improving Professional
10 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll take a look at what ‘professional’ looks like when it comes to horse care…I’ll look at what I call the factory-training...
EP022: Re-Creating Art
03 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this new year’s episode, I ponder life, meaning, creation, recreation & art - and of course, horses. This episode is part answering a student...
EP021: Speaking with Karen Partisch about Craniosacral Therapy
27 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I interview Karen Partisch about Craniosacral Therapy for horses and humans. Karen is a big part of my team that keeps me and my horse...
EP020: Healthy Boundaries
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am going to talk about safe spaces and healthy boundaries. It’s about horses and also about life.About the Host:Karen Rohlf, autho...
EP019: Diamonds In The Dark
13 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’m going to talk about making progress… I’ll share some wisdom from the DN book and will discuss how to practice making trainin...
EP018: Pay Attention!
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk a bit about curiosity, distraction and evasiveness and how to know which it is and what to do about it.About the Host:Kare...
EP017: Partnership vs Leadership
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I will talk about leadership vs partnership… and will explore how I don’t think you have to make a choice between being a partner ...
EP016: The Power Of Clarity
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I want to talk about the power of clarity… how it is one of the MOST important things to focus on with your horse. Lack of clarity ...
EP015: Lessons From Atomic’s Colic Surgery
15 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll tell the story of my horse’s recent colic surgery… how we knew he needed it, how I navigated the emotional rollercoaster an...
EP014: Happy Athlete From Psychology Perspective with Antonia Henderson, Ph.D
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I interview Antonia Henderson, Ph.D, to discuss how stress effects horses from a scientific point of view. She talks about Learned Helplessness, the i...
EP013: The 5 Truths For Learning Dressage
01 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I’ll talk about the most common solutions to dressage problems… and give you 5 NEW solutions that will help you even more… These...
EP012: Ask Karen Anything!
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ask Karen Anything, I answer 2 questions from students in my Video Classroom. One is about helping a horse maintain the canter, and...
EP011: 9 Habits For Excellent Horsemanship
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll talk about 9 habits for excellent horsemanship. These habits are what will help you problem-solve and better understand what i...
EP010: How To Physically Develop Your Horse
11 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will take a look at the physical side of training for you and your horse. I’ll give you a blueprint for building strength, stamin...
EP009: How & What
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about paying attention to not just WHAT you do, but HOW you do it. I’ll share how I structured my courses in a way that help...
EP008: Stories Of Training Dressage With & Without Bits
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 7 I went deep into the arguments for and against doing dressage with or without a bit.In this episode I’ll share some stories of particul...
EP007: To Bit Or Not To Bit
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The topic of bitless dressage is one of THE biggest hot-button subjects.When I wrote a blog on this it broke my server because so many people were sha...
EP006: Ask Karen Anything
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I answer students’ questions! This episode is about biomechanics and motivation!I’ll be discussing a question about whether short strides are from...
EP005: How To Choose Your Teacher
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the right teacher for you and your horse is a really important decision. Riding, competing, training, and teaching are all separate skill sets...
EP004: Stop Trying To Get Your Horse On The (Bleeping) Bit
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Karen explains why the phrase: ‘Get your horse on the bit’ is a less than ideal way to teach riders to create the desired posture we are look...
EP003: 3 Guidelines For Improving How Your Horse Moves
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Karen will give you 3 Guidelines to follow when doing exercises to improve the way your horse moves. You’ll hear the difference betw...
EP002: An Assumption Of Obligingness
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is based on one of Karen’s most popular blogs by the same name. Karen takes a look at one of the root sources of frustration and disapp...
EP001: What Makes A Good Rider?
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking off our podcast by exploring the most important factor in our riding success: US! Karen Rohlf answers the question: What Makes A ...