{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"S3 | 1. The Bravery Myth: Why Pushing Through Fear Breaks Trust With Your Horse (and What Real Courage Looks Like)","description":"If you\u2019ve ever been told to \u201cjust get back on\u201d after a fall, to \u201cbe braver\u201d when you feel afraid, or to \u201cpush your horse through it,\u201d this episode will feel like a breath of relief. So many compassionate riders have been taught that courage means overriding their fear... but this conditioning often disconnects you from your intuition, your horse, and your sense of safety. In this episode, I unpack The Bravery Myth - the belief that forcing yourself or your horse through fear creates confidence. You\u2019ll learn why pressure-based bravery actually breaks trust, how it impacts sensitive horses and riders, and what true confidence-building really looks like when we understand the nervous system, emotional safety, and co-regulation. Inside the episode, you\u2019ll explore: \ud83d\udc34 Why pushing through fear disconnects both horses and humans \ud83c\udf3f How nervous system awareness builds real, lasting confidence \ud83d\udcab Practical steps to rebuild safety, clarity, and communication \u2728 The difference between performative bravery and authentic leadership Whether you\u2019re a returning rider, a compassionate trainer, or simply longing to feel calm, connected, and safe with your horse again, this episode will help you release guilt, trust your intuition, and redefine what real courage looks like in horsemanship. \u2728 Want deeper support? This is the kind of work we dive into inside The Field, my 3-month horsemanship mentorship experience for compassionate equestrians who want clarity, confidence, and a safer, more connected partnership with their horse. If you\u2019re ready for a guided pathway and personalised support, you can learn more here. \u2728 Connect with me:https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/compassionate_horsemanship\/ https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/felicitydavieshorses\/ https:\/\/www.felicitydavies.com.au\/horses teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com You've got this, Felicity ","author_name":"Equestrian Perspective","author_url":"http:\/\/equestrianperspective.libsyn.com\/website","html":"