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Attitude is a Choice

Attitude is a Choice

Several people commented on my Friday & Saturday show report commending me for my good attitude. Believe me, that attitude is not my natural inclination. I’m a fiercely competitive person. I want to win. I don’t like to step foot in the ring unless I think there is a chance that I will get something in the class. While I don’t feel like I put my competitive desires ahead of my horse’s welfare, the truth of the matter is that I…

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Mental Hurdles

Mental Hurdles

How do you get over mental hurdles? In case you’re new here, I’m a mental basketcase.  It’s frustrating for me, because sometimes I am totally fine.  I’ll walk into the ring with an attitude that is all about personal wins and triumphs vs ribbons.  I’ll relax enough to give my horse a good ride, and if I mess up I don’t beat myself up for it until I want to crawl in a hole and hide forever. And then… there…

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