"Why did you do that?" "Why are you feeling nervous?" "Why can't we get this right?" They seem like logical questions, but research suggests that "Why?" questions are actually the least effective way to build self-awareness in your riders.

In a fascinating study by Dr. Tasha Eurich (which we’ve ...

We all have a "go-to" way of thinking. Perhaps you are naturally highly intuitive, or maybe you are a stickler for the facts and data. These are your Super Strengths. However, any strength, when overdone or used in the wrong situation, can become a weakness.

As a Centre10 coach, being aware of h...

As coaches, we often focus on technical bravery - jumping the big fence or riding the spicy horse. But the most important type of bravery in the arena is Social Courage. Many riders are held back not by a fear of falling, but by a fear of being judged by the "gallery," their peers, or even you, thei...

The term "Stoic" is often misused in the equestrian world to mean someone who is "unfeeling". In reality, Stoicism is an ancient "operating system" for thriving in high-stress environments.

As Ryan Holiday (author of The Obstacle Is The Way) explains, Stoicism is about the "mental game." It teac...

It happens to the best of us. The horse isn't listening, the rider is frustrated, and you can feel your own tension rising. In that "heat of the moment," your ability to coach effectively is compromised. You need a way to press "pause" before you react.

Emotional regulation is a core skill for a...

Have you ever coached a rider who is a superstar in their home arena - showing poise, balance, and rhythm - only to see that skill set seemingly vanish the moment they arrive at a competition? It is as if they have developed "Competition Amnesia." As a coach, it can be incredibly frustrating to see ...