Nov 27, 2024
In this episode, Stacy Westfall shares a personal tip on the value of re-listening to podcasts, courses, and books to deepen learning and retention, especially when paired with implementing lessons in between. She introduces the replay of a special Thanksgiving-themed episode that features listener-submitted reflections...
Nov 20, 2024
Stacy Westfall explores a common misconception in horse training: that professionals don't experience uncertainty or caution when facing new situations. Through parallel stories of her hesitation at a coffee shop and a horse encountering a trailer ramp, she reveals that professionals absolutely feel cautious, careful,...
Nov 13, 2024
In this episode, Stacy Westfall opens with an update on her
current horses, and then introduces the main topic of how to train
for something ‘before you need it.’
Stacy discusses her approach to training Ember, a highly athletic
and sensitive young horse she describes as "a lot of horse." Using
the analogy of a...
Nov 6, 2024
In this episode, Stacy explores the concept of recognizing and embracing contradictions in horse training, sharing insights from a recent experience with her horse, Luna. Luna has started anticipating spins during trot circles, which could be viewed as a problem, but Stacy sees it as a potential training advantage....