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The Essence of Liberty Podcast is the horsemanship podcast where we discuss all things liberty to help you understand, connect, communicate and play with your horse in a gentle and force-free way!
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35 | The More You Let Go, The More They Come Back — with Rachel from My Horse Willow (opens the original)
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What happens when we stop trying to control every moment with our horses… and give them more space to have a voice? In this very special episode of The Essence of Liberty Podcast, I’m joined by my very first guest: Rachel from My Horse Willow. What has always stood out to me about Rachel and her horses, Willow and Oakley, is the sheer amount of fun they have together. Her horses have spark. They play, they offer, they express themselves — and there is a beautiful sense that they genuinely want t
34 | Self-Carriage at Liberty: 4 Exercises That Change Everything (opens the original)
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What if self-carriage has very little to do with holding your horse in a frame? In this episode, I explore what self-carriage really means and why liberty offers one of the most honest ways to develop it. We dive into the surprising role of body awareness, proprioception and the horse's brain, along with four of my favourite liberty exercises for helping horses become lighter, more balanced and truly carry themselves. I also share a personal story from my early dressage days that completely chan
33 | The Power of Intentional Touch: A Simple Change That Transforms Your Horse (opens the original)
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Many of us touch our horses without ever stopping to ask one simple question: Does my horse actually enjoy this? In this episode, I explore the power of intentional touch and how becoming more aware of your horse's feedback can completely transform your relationship. We discuss why many common forms of affection are simply tolerated, how to recognise the types of touch your horse genuinely enjoys, and why helping your horse release tension creates the perfect foundation for connection, learning,
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