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Apple, the horse starring in this episode.

Unspoken Agreements

Is your horse easy to get along with, until you ask him to do something new and different? Or, heaven forbid, something he doesn’t want to do? Perhaps he’s happy to go down the trail
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The Big Comeback

Confidence is tough to regain after a fall. It’s much easier to work through your fears when you trust the horse you ride when your fears are still actively surfacing. Make sure that the horse
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Abby on Skippy with Julie standing beside them.

Becoming The Leader

I love when kids are interested in riding. Most of the time the best horses for learning are the lazy and slow ones. Even if they are usually well-behaved, these horses can learn quickly that
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Episode 817 – The Journey Continues

Julie Goodnight helps a rider gain confidence and pick up the right lead.
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Horses In The Morning: Julie Goodnight Talks About Riding Instruction

Listen online now>>   In this Certified Horsemanship Association episode we chat about exercises for more advanced riders with Anne Brzesicki of MTSU, Julie Goodnight has some advice on schooling your school horses to keep them
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Ride Right With Julie Goodnight: Confidence on the Trail

It’s easy to lose confidence on the trail if your well-trained horse has defied you or refused to go forward. A threat to bolt or rear can make a confident rider worry and, in turn,
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Episode 810 – Not Gonna Take It – Behind The Scenes

Julie Goodnight helps a youth rider gain confidence and stop her horse from testing.
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Episode 808 – Show Up – Behind The Scenes

Julie Goodnight Teaches A Young Lady How To Prepare For Showmanship.
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QuarterFest 2010, Day 3

Who learned something at this year’s event? Everybody! And you can, too, with more great tips from QuarterFest clinicians. http://americashorsedaily.com/quarterfest-2010-day-3/#.VGaLf010xet  
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Look, Breathe, Sit Back To Boost Riding Confidence

Three steps to overcoming riding nervousness–plus, a way to remember them when it matters most. Fear can make you tense and defensive. That, in turn, can cause you to be rough with your horse. It’s
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Fear Of Cantering

Ask Julie Goodnight: How do I overcome fears of cantering? Hi Julie, I have been riding for about 2 years. I’m 53, and although I have been around horses (started my daughter riding @ 4-5
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Fearful Of Riding My Thoroughbred

Question: I need you! I have a 16.2 hand Thoroughbred that after having the greatest relationship with for 2 years I am now petrified to ride. I even think about going on the trails and
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Coping With Fear

Coping with Fear By Julie Goodnight There’s nothing wrong with being afraid of horses. They’re big scary animals capable of spontaneous violent combustion at any moment. In fact, it’s a bit of an intelligence test
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Episode 716 – Balance In Motion – Behind The Scenes

Julie Goodnight helps a rider improve her balance and confidence so she can win in the AQHA show ring.
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Episode 716 – Balance in Motion

Julie Goodnight helps a rider improve her balance and confidence so she can win in the AQHA showring.
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Episode 711 – Turning The Paige

Julie Goodnight helps a rider build confidence and gain her Off-The-Track-Thoroughbred’s respect.
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Riding Skills: How Do I Get A Secure Seat To Ride Out Spooks?

Question Category: Riding Skills Question: Dear Julie, Last night I watched your TV show on introducing the horse to the surf. It was very informative but the thing that impressed me the most was how
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Overcoming Fear: What Can I Do To Help Overcome My Fear Of Riding?

Question: Hello, My daughter has a 5 year old Thoroughbred/Percheron mare that when she was riding last winter in the indoor. The snow slid off the roof and the horse bolted; she fell off and
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Overcoming Fear: My Horse Doesn’t Respect Me & I’m Scared To Correct Him

Question: Hello, I just found your website and think it’s great. I have a 15-year old gelding – appaloosa/Clydesdale cross, Copper. My problem is that I am not confident enough to follow through with things
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Overcoming Fear: How To Be In Control And Feel Safe

Question: Hi Julie, I am a beginning rider, and have been taking lessons twice a week for about three months now. I have wanted to learn to ride since I was a little girl so
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Overcoming Fear: Coping With Fear Of Horses

Question: Julie, I know you are soooo busy. Just drop me two words of encouragement. I need you! I have a 16.2 hand TB that after having the greatest relationship with for 2 years I
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Episode 623 – Rear View

Rear View: Julie Goodnight helps a spoiled horse who has learned to rear so he doesn’t have to work. Groundwork and leadership help his rider confidently return to the saddle
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Episode 522 — Confidence Boost

“Confidence Boost” Tips to help fearful riders.
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Episode 411 – Cowboy Up

Cowboy Up: On Horse Master: Teaching a teen to plan his horse’s workouts, build confidence
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