Over The Oxer

3 Practical Resets Before You Mount

Horses don't read our to-do lists - they read our nervous systems. If we carry the static of the day into the saddle, our horses pick up on it immediately. In this episode of Over the Oxer, Tracey breaks down a practical, two-phase grounding ritual designed to anchor your mind and body before you ride. 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + live practice on Zoom. Registration open until 11th Jan 2027 -early birds get free access to an exclusive pre-study. Join now – thousands of equestrians are just waiting to be helped! https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Does Changing or Not Changing the Clocks Affect Rider Mindset?

Does Changing or Not Changing the Clocks Affect Rider Mindset? Does changing the clocks actually alter our mindset, focus, and frame of mind in the saddle? Or does keeping the clocks the same in autumn and spring alter our thinking? In this episode, I look into the neuroscience of seasonal time shifts and how a 60-minute adjustment impacts rider reaction times, energy and mental clarity. Because horses live strictly by solar rhythms and herd routines, they instantly expose the artificial nature of human clock changes. I explore how our internal biological systems handle the shift, examine real-world global clock experiments, and share practical yard strategies to keep you and your horse in sync. Key Highlights: • [0:00] - The Yard at 6:00 a.m. vs. Your Phone Clock • [2:00] - The Science: Circadian Clocks & Sleep Pressure in Riders • [4:30] - Lessons from Russia, Iceland, and India on Permanent Time Shifts • [8:30] - 3 Practical Yard Hacks for Rider Focus & Horse Feed Transitions • [11:00] - Embracing Natural Rhythms in Your Training 👉Contact/Follow me - Remember to Follow This Podcast Too! Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE/Ask me anything! Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + live practice on Zoom. Registration open until 11th Jan 2027 -early birds get free access to an exclusive pre-study. Join now – thousands of equestrians are just waiting to be helped! https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🧠 Next Master NLP Practitioner Training starts on Monday 1st March. With payment plans available (as for all my trainings, pay over 12 months, interest-free!). 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Chatting with Equestrian Lucie Crehalet

Lucie is an equestrian, former groom, instructor and podcaster. She developed her podcast, The Modern Rider with a mind to finding out more about horses, riding and equestrianism. Lucie's Bio After starting her career in corporate environments, Lucie gradually found her way back to a childhood ambition of working more closely with horses. She gained hands-on experience in breeding yards and later spent over a year working full-time as a groom at an Olympic rider's yard, while building her own business as a digital marketing specialist for service-based businesses, training organisations and equestrian companies. Those experiences challenged many of her assumptions about horses and eventually led her to create The Modern Rider podcast in 2021. What started as a way to find answers to her own questions became more than 100 conversations with equestrian professionals in Spain and internationally, exploring horse welfare, training and the evolution of the industry. Five years later, she has found some answers, but probably even more questions. Today, she is increasingly interested in the human side of the equation: if we already know so much about horses and their basic needs, what is stopping us from turning that knowledge into everyday practice? Follow Lucie LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/lcrehalet/ The Modern Rider Podcast : https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTxqkJpWAiiOXrcYAsolF?si=34daae29cc924baf (Also available on all streaming platforms) Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com Let's be social! www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com info@traceycolenlp.com

Unconscious Myths

What if some of the stories shaping your choices, relationships, confidence and sense of what’s possible aren’t actually your stories? In this episode of Over the Oxer, we explore the unconscious myths we can carry around with us - beliefs and assumptions that can feel like facts simply because we’ve lived with them for so long. The fascinating part? You may not even know they’re there. This episode invites you to pause and question what sits underneath the surface level thinking: What have you accepted as “just the way things are”? Whose voice is behind that belief? And what might change if you stopped treating an old story as truth? You might recognise a myth you didn’t realise you were carrying. Listen now — and then ask yourself: what belief have I never thought to question? 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + live practice on Zoom. Registration open until 11th Jan 2027 -early birds get free access to an exclusive pre-study. Join now – thousands of equestrians are just waiting to be helped! https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

When busyness get to be too much

Do busy yards leave you completely exhausted? Not because you don't like people. Not because you're stand-offish. And not because you don't love being around horses. Sometimes, there is simply too much information coming in at once. Conversations, voices, body language, horses, children, cars, movement, noise, smells, unexpected things happening — and your brain is processing all of it. In this episode, we explore what it's like for people who are particularly sensitive to sensory and social information, and why a busy yard can sometimes feel more like a circus than a sanctuary. We talk about: 🐴 Why some riders need more quiet and processing time than others 🐴 Why being overwhelmed doesn't mean you're antisocial 🐴 The exhaustion that can come from constantly taking in sensory and social information 🐴 Why some people notice incredibly subtle changes in their horses 🐴 How sensitivity can become a genuine strength in horse-human communication 🐴 Why horses may respond particularly well to calm, observant communicators 🐴 Practical ways to make a busy yard more manageable And perhaps most importantly, we explore the idea that the thing you sometimes see as a weakness may actually be one of your greatest strengths with horses. Because horses don't always communicate loudly. Sometimes they whisper. And perhaps the people who are good at hearing whispers have something incredibly valuable to offer them. 🧠 Mindset Bootcamp for Riders If you'd like to work on the mental side of your riding, my 5-Day Group Mindset Bootcamp for Riders starts 12th October. Five short, practical sessions, live on Zoom at 7pm UK time, with recordings available — so you can join from anywhere in the world. There is also WhatsApp support and accountability throughout the week. Find out more and book your place here: https://traceycolenlp.com/group-mindset-bootcamp-for-riders/ 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + live practice on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of September 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 9th Novemeber. Join now – thousands of equestrians are just waiting to be helped! https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref #horseandrider #equestrian #equestrianlife #riderconfidence #ridermentality #equineconfidence #horsetraining #horsehumanrelationship #horsemanship #equinebehaviour #horselover #riderwellbeing #mindsetforriders #equestrianmindset #horsepodcast

Connie Colfox on anxious horses and a different way of training

What if the behaviour we see in our horses is only the surface of what they are feeling? In this episode, I’m joined by horse trainer Connie Colfox, who has spent around 40 years working with young horses and horses who have become anxious, reactive or shut down. Connie shares how her own experiences with horses led her to question traditional training methods and develop a very different approach, one centred around understanding emotion, creating a safe-to-learn environment and giving horses genuine choice. We talk about why emotion drives behaviour, how Connie works with horses without equipment in the early stages of training and the subtle signs that can tell us whether a horse is beginning to feel safe and curious. We also discuss positive reinforcement, why food rewards need to be used thoughtfully, the importance of introducing equipment carefully and why bridleless riding does not necessarily mean an absence of pressure. Connie shares some fascinating examples from her work, including horses who could not be touched, loaded, turned out or ridden, and explains why there is no universal timescale for changing a behaviour. We also talk about the people behind the horses, why owners often need to learn a new way of looking at their horse and Connie’s Eohippus course, which brings together recorded lessons, live case studies and ongoing support. A fascinating conversation about horses, training, emotions and what can happen when we stop focusing solely on the behaviour and start asking a different question: How can we help this horse feel OK? Contact Connie https://conniecolfox.com/ https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en. https://www.youtube.com/@myyounghorses. https://www.facebook.com/?locale=en_GB 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🤗 Equestrian Mindset Bootcamp – Time to Stop the Fear, Guilt and Frustration! A 5-day fully supported course with me online, on Zoom. You have my full inbox contact throughout the week, plus 30-45 minute Camp Calls each evening (UK time, with recordings available). Plus an exclusive and highly PRACTICAL handout designed and carefully thought out by me! 12-16th October https://traceycolenlp.com/group-mindset-bootcamp-for-riders/ 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + live practice on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of September 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 9th Novemeber. Join now – thousands of equestrians are just waiting to be helped! https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Competing Thoughts

Why do so many non-professional riders put themselves through competition anxiety week after week - when the best part often feels like the cheesy chips on the drive home? In this episode of Over the Oxer, I chat about the psychology of competing (and why these exact principles apply to everyday riding, too!). I unpack the mind’s reward-expectation-punishment cycle, how dopamine keeps us hooked on the challenge, and why your primitive "fight-or-flight" response doesn't need to be on high alert. Plus, you’ll learn practical NLP techniques, like the "Bubble Exercise" for controlling the controllables and running micro-coaching commentaries, to help you lower performance pressure, ditch the secondary anxiety and put the fun back into your riding. Grab a good cuppa, tune in, and let's turn those nerves into genuine enjoyment! 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🤗Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 11th January 2027. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + practice days on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of October 2026. Registration open now. Pre-study from 1st October 2026, and self-paced part of the course opens 9th November. Bi-weekly Zoom chats; Practice sessions together on Zoom. Join now. https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

STOP Overthinking!

Overthinking is an exhausting habit. That constant internal chatter and negative running commentary do more than drain your mental energy; they spill directly into your physical riding, causing tension, doubt, and defensive riding in the saddle. Your unconscious mind is always listening. Because it takes everything literally without a critical filter, feeding it panic-ridden words creates a vicious cycle of anxiety and nervous behavior. The good news is that overthinking is simply a habit, and you already hold the handbrake to stop it. In this episode, Dr Tracey Cole breaks down why left-brain, logical riders (auditory digital types) are particularly prone to constant internal dialogue and why thoughts are merely stories with no more power than a thin cloud on a summer day. You will learn a simple, practical sensory technique to stretch out your internal speech, strip negative thoughts of their emotional charge, and regain instant control over your mind before you ride. Resources & Training: Ready to master the mind and gain an accredited qualification in NLP, Time Line Therapy®, and Hypnotherapy? Explore courses and(free) resources at www.traceycolenlp.com or email me at info@traceycolenlp.com and I'll point you in the right direction. Confident Rider Mindset Book & Audiobook Available on all Amazon sites (this is the UK site:) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Confident-Rider-Mindset-Riding-Success/dp/1797636545

Elevate your coaching, riding success and safety with Randi Thompson 🐴

How do we create safe environments and help riders feel confident, supported and motivated? In the latest episode of Over the Oxer, I am joined by the brilliant Randi Thompson, founder of the Equine Safety and Success Network™. With more than 45 years in the industry as a safety consultant, educator and expert witness, Randi offers a unique and highly practical perspective on running modern horse businesses. Tracey and Randi discuss how coaches and equestrian professionals can integrate Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) principles to elevate their teaching and business practices. In this episode, you will discover: Essential safety strategies for managing professional horse operations How equestrian coaches can use NLP rapport techniques to build deeper trust with clients Methods for helping riders seamlessly shift their perspective on safety protocols How to reframe rider evaluations from scary tests into celebratory benchmarks of progress If you are a coach, yard owner or passionate rider looking to cultivate a more positive environment for both horses and humans, you will not want to miss this conversation! Connect with Randi Website https://www.randithompsonlive.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/randithompson/ Facebook – Equine Safety and Success Network™ (ESSN) Pilot Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/equinesafetyandsuccessnetwork Email randi@randithompsonlive.com For Horse Professionals Horse professionals interested in joining the free Equine Safety and Success Network™ (ESSN) Facebook pilot group are invited to connect through the website, LinkedIn, Facebook group, or email to learn more about the pilot program and receive complimentary access to the Equine Safety and Success Guide™ toolkit series. Connect with Tracey www.traceycolenlp.com info@traceycolenlp.com https://www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp https://instagram.com/traceycolenlp

Unlock Calm, Alert Focus in the Saddle with Hakalau

Ever feel yourself holding your breath, or gripping or tightening the reins when your horse tenses up? In this episode of Over the Oxer, we explore Hakalau, an ancient Hawaiian vision technique that shifts your state in seconds. By expanding your peripheral vision, you immediately signal your parasympathetic nervous system to take over. The result? You drop physical tension, gain incredible spatial awareness and cultivate a calm, present state that your horse will instantly feel. In this episode, you will learn: What Hakalau is and why tunnel vision triggers panic in the saddle The simple step-by-step process to access peripheral vision on horse-back How activating your parasympathetic nervous system improves your timing and balance Practical ways to use Hakalau across all disciplines: hacking, trail riding, flatwork, dressage, and jumping If you found this episode useful, please leave a comment or 5* review, they are really appreciated! 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🤗Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 7th September 2026. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time on Zoom. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + practice days on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of August 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 1st September. Join now. https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

From Queen's Cup to Adult Horse Camps | Lisa Hansford on Confidence, Horses & Finding the Right Partner

In this episode, I'm joined by Lisa Hansford, founder of ACE Adult Horse Camps and an experienced equestrian with more than 30 years in the saddle. Lisa shares her inspiring riding journey, from competing at Royal Windsor and HOYS to the lessons she's learned from buying both the wrong horse and the right one. We explore how confidence develops over time, why every horse teaches us something, and what inspired her to co-create ACE Adult Horse Camps. Known for their friendly, supportive atmosphere, the camps are designed to help adult riders enjoy their horses, learn without pressure and leave with renewed confidence and lasting friendships. Whether you're returning to riding, building confidence, or simply love hearing authentic horse stories, you'll find plenty to enjoy in this conversation. In this episode we discuss: • Lisa's riding journey and competition highlights • Buying the wrong horse—and finding the right one • Building confidence as an adult rider • Creating ACE Adult Horse Camps • Why a relaxed, welcoming environment helps riders flourish • The life lessons horses teach us If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with your fellow horse lovers. 👉Contact & Follow Lisa ACE Horse Camps - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566675358686 Granny in the Saddle - www.youtube.com/@GrannyInTheSaddle2026 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585825269615 Somerford Park (where Lisa's camps take place) Holmes Chapel Rd, Brereton Heath, Congleton, Cheshire. UK CW12 4SW 👉Contact Tracey Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🤗Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 7th September 2026. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + practice days on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of August 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 1st September. Join now. https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Lonely at the Yard: When You Don't Feel Like You Belong

You can be surrounded by horses and people and still feel completely alone. In this episode of Over the Oxer, we explore what it's like when your yard simply isn't your community. This episode was inspired by a listener who is finding her yard lonely. There are other people around her, but they don't feel like her sort of people. Moving yards isn't a realistic option, with many yards in her area having closed, and there isn't a riding club nearby. In the UK, we might instinctively suggest joining a riding club or finding a riding buddy. But what happens when those obvious solutions aren't available? We explore: 🐴 Why being surrounded by people doesn't necessarily mean you feel connected 🐴 The difference between fitting in and belonging 🐴 Why your yard doesn't have to provide your entire social life 🐴 How to protect your mindset when you don't particularly click with the people around you 🐴 Finding equestrian connections outside your immediate yard 🐴 The value of online communities and friendships 🐴 Why loneliness can sometimes turn into self-doubt 🐴 How to build a fulfilling horse life even when your yard isn't your social home And perhaps most importantly, we ask: If nobody at your yard ever became your best friend, could your horse life still be fulfilling? You don't have to force friendships. You don't have to change who you are to fit in. And you don't have to assume that because the people around you aren't "your people", you're the problem. Sometimes your people are simply somewhere else. Join the conversation Have you ever felt lonely on a busy yard? What helped you find your people—or create a fulfilling horse life without them? Share your thoughts with us on social media and join the Over the Oxer conversation. Fancy an Over the Oxer Facebook Group? Have other ideas? Let me know! #OverTheOxer #EquestrianMindset #EquestrianLife #HorseRider #EquestrianCommunity #HorseLife #RiderMindset #EquestrianWellbeing Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@traceycolenlp2086 Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 7th September 2026. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ NEW ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + practice days on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of August 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 1st September. Join now. https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ Next NLP Master Practitioner Training: NLP Only. Starts 15th April. Every Wednesday 1:30-5pm. Recordings made available. NLP Practitioner or Coach as pre-requisite. https://traceycolenlp.com/product/nlp-master-practitioner-coach/ NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

How Does the Horse Feel About This? Chatting with Naomi Ainley

In this episode of Over the Oxer, I sit down with Naomi Ainley, Head of Animal Management, Equine and Veterinary Nursing at Northumberland College's Kirkley Hall campus. Naomi's career has taken her from riding school pupil to groom, yard manager, biomedical scientist and equine educator, but it's her willingness to question long-held assumptions that makes this such a fascinating conversation. Rather than claiming to be an expert, Naomi believes the real power lies in curiosity and being prepared to ask better questions, admit when we don't know something and continually learn from our horses. We discuss how her team has transformed the way horses are managed and taught at Kirkley Hall by asking one simple question: How does the horse feel about this? Whether you're a rider, coach, owner or simply someone who wants to do better by horses, this episode offers plenty of food for thought about horse welfare, education and the future of equestrianism. 👉Contact / follow Naomi www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-ainley-12858b117 👉Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🤗Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 7th September 2026. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎉NEW 🎉ONLINE SELF-PACED NLP PRACTITIONER /COACH WITH ZOOM PRACTICE DAYS Join me for the start of this fabulous hybrid of self-paced training + practice days on Zoom. Use the code PODCAST at checkout to receive a whopping 50% discount before the end of August 2026. Registration open now. Pres-study from 1st August and course starts 1st September. Join now. https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ 🎓NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📚Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

The Missing Aid: Master Your Riding Through Breathwork with Jane Randall

We talk endlessly in riding about the seat, legs, hands, and core—but what if the most powerful, game-changing aid is the one you’re using right now without even thinking about it? In this episode of Over the Oxer, host Tracey Cole sits down with Jane Randall—BD Level 4 Coach, MSc in Sports Coaching, Advanced Functional Breath Work Coach and founder of Signature Breath. Jane shares her fascinating journey from riding internationally and coaching high-performance & Para Dressage riders to discovering how functional breathing transforms rider biomechanics, focus, and nervous system regulation. Whether you're battling competition anxiety, looking to refine your biomechanics or wanting a deeper, calmer connection with your horse, this episode is packed with practical insights you can take straight into the saddle. Connect with Jane: Website: www.signaturebreath.com Signature Breath Programs & Coaching: Available via her website. Instagram: @signature_breath_ Facebook: @janerandall LinkedIn: Jane Randall Connect with Tracey: Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com 👉Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🧠Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts 1st September 2026 for the Online + Live Practice Days https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ and 7th Sept for the weekly live Zoom version. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎓 NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📕 Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

The Simple, Flexible Way to Master Mindset & Mindset Coaching

Traditional NLP and hypnotherapy courses can feel overwhelming—either crammed into intense, exhausting weekend marathons or packed with heavy academic jargon. That’s why I created a brand-new way to learn: Learn, Watch, Practise, Become. Master concepts through bite-sized 10–20 minute videos, see techniques used in real client sessions and build true confidence on live practice days. Plus, get four internationally recognised certifications (NLP Practitioner, Time Line Therapy®, NLP Coach, and Modern Hypnotherapy) plus lifetime NLPEA membership. Special Launch Offer: Enrol before September 1st to save 50%—just £84/month across 12 monthly instalments (usual price £167/month). To pay in full: (usually £1997, now £1000) https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-course-prices-certification-options/ with discount code PODCAST Learn more or book a chat at: https://traceycolenlp.com/online-nlp-practitioner-training/ Email me: info@traceycolenlp.com

The Sour Sweet Trick for Riding Nerves 🍬

Ever feel your stomach drop or your hands start to shake before you get in the saddle? In this episode, we’re diving into a brilliantly simple, instant brain hack to interrupt those riding nerves: the sour sweet trick. Tune in to find out exactly how distracting your tastebuds can completely reset your nervous system, override the panic button and get you back in the zone. Don't forget to hit subscribe and leave a review if you love the episode! Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@traceycolenlp2086 Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: 🎉Pre-Study open now!🎉 Starts 7th September 2026. Live Group Training: Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎉NEW FOR 2026 🎉OnlineSelf-Paced Learning + Technique Practice Days on Zoom: Starting 1st September, please register your interest and start the Pre-Study introductory videos now NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

The Horsefly Effect: How to Zap Mindset Bites Before They Sting

Ever notice how a negative thought, a past fall or a fear of failure can sneak up on you? In this episode, Tracey explores the fascinating psychology of her horsefly metaphor. Discover how horses handle threats instantly and how you can use the precision of NLP to quickly zap the lingering after-effects of old mindset "bites" and so restore your confidence effortlessly. 👉 Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com 👉Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🧠Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Registration starts in August. Learn weekly live OR online with practice days. No prior learning needed. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ 🎓 NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📕 Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Over the Oxer | Episode Title: Combatting Misinformation & Empowering Horse Owners with Cat Carter

In this episode, host Tracey Cole sits down with Cat Carter, a Scottish equine sports massage therapist and the driving force behind Equine Qualifications UK (EQ UK). Cat shares her fascinating journey from buying a "secret horse" as a teenager to taking over the legacy of Lingfield Equine Distance Learning. Tracey and Cat discuss why education is the ultimate tool for improving equine welfare, the dangers of relying on AI and social media "gurus" for medical advice, and how a revolutionary new mobile app is set to bring trusted, verified equine knowledge right to your fingertips. Key Takeaways from This Episode The Power of Early Intervention: How recognizing subtle pain patterns can prevent long-term, irreversible damage in our horses. Challenging the Status Quo: Why the phrase "that’s just how they go" is a red flag that demands critical thought and deeper investigation. Navigating Information Overload: The inherent dangers of overconfident AI platforms and social media misinformation in the equestrian world. The Future of Equine Learning: How EQ UK is transforming over 30 years of traditional distance-learning materials into a modern, gamified mobile experience. Timestamps & Chapters [00:00] – Introduction Tracey welcomes Scottish equine sports massage therapist Cat Carter to discuss her commitment to equine and human welfare through education. [01:15] – The "Secret Horse" and Teenage Drama Cat shares her non-horsey background, saving up in secret to buy her first horse at 17, and the dramatic hospital room confession to her parents. [04:20] – Overcoming Career Roadblocks How traditional school career guidance failed to show the true scope of the equine industry, leading Cat to study psychology first. [06:10] – A Heartbreaking Catalyst for Change The moving story of the loan mare who inspired Cat to pursue equine massage therapy as a tool for early intervention and pain recognition. [09:45] – Pattern Recognition & Staying in Your Lane How paraprofessionals act as a bridge between owners and veterinarians, and why we must challenge normalized behaviors like "grumpiness." [13:10] – The Birth of Equine Qualifications UK (EQ UK) How EQ UK started as a social enterprise to widen access to the industry for young people, evolving into a trusted hub for welfare-centered education. [15:30] – Honoring a Legacy: Lingfield Distance Learning The history of Paula Clements’ pioneering correspondence courses and how her family donated 30 years of intellectual property to EQ UK to keep it non-profit. [19:40] – The Danger of AI & Internet "Gurus" Cat shares her funny yet alarming experience arguing with Gemini and ChatGPT over a tendon rehab plan, highlighting why critical thinking is vital. [23:15] – Sneak Peek: The "Duolingo for Horse Care" App Cat reveals details about the upcoming mobile app launching early next year, featuring bite-sized learning, quizzes, and a centralized hub for CPD events. Find Cat Instagram: @equk__ Equine Qualifications UK: https://equk.org/ Lingfield Equine Distance Learning: https://www.horse-care.co.uk/ Contact Tracey Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com

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Your Brain is Only Guessing it'll be Scary

Ever felt like you are riding the 'ghost' of a past bad experience rather than the horse underneath you today? In this episode of Over the Oxer we are diving into the neuroscience of performance. It turns out your brain does not actually wait for sensory data to tell it what is happening in the saddle. Instead, it spends every millisecond predicting what is about to happen based on your past experiences, creating your reality out of guesswork. Join Tracey as she breaks down why your brain creates the scary movie before you even reach the spooky corner, how this accidental loop causes your horse to feed off your tension and the exact three-step process you can use to interrupt the guesswork, rewrite the script and override your brain autopilot. It is time to stop reacting to the past and start riding the horse you actually have in the moment you're actually riding. 👉 Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com 👉Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com 🧠Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: BRAND NEW FOR 2026 - HYBRID SELF-PACED AND ZOOM TRAINING. No prior learning needed. You'll learn by bite-size videos online and at your own pace. You'll see real-life video demos (no staged or primed clients!). Then, we'll have two practice days to really master the techniques and concepts via Zoom. It's going to be great fun, you'll have my full support throughout, I know you'll love it! KEEP CHECKING FOR DETAILS - TO BE RELEASED LATE SUMMER 2026 🎓 NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ 📕 Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook - https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref

Over the Oxer: Calm Confidence Visualisation

Step into a calmer kind of confidence before you ride. Over the Oxer is a guided visualisation/ mental rehearsal designed specifically for riders who want to build quiet self-belief, focus, and trust in their ability, without pressure, hype or overthinking. In this immersive experience, you’re gently led through a journey of sensory imagery, where rhythm, breath and horse-and-rider connection become anchors for clarity and composure. You’ll be invited into a space where riding feels less like effort… and more like alignment. This is not for listening in the car, and not for while you ride. Whether you’re preparing for a competition, a lesson, or simply want to strengthen your mindset, this episode helps you arrive at the yard already steady, already centred, already enough. Because the best rides don’t begin in the arena… they begin in the mind. Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com www.traceycolenlp.com Let's be social! www.facebook.com/traceycolenlp.com www.instagram.com/traceycolenlp.com Next NLP Practitioner and NLP Coach Training: Starts September. Every Monday 1:30-5pm UK time. No prior learning needed. Recordings made available. NLP only for Practitioner and 5 certifications for the NLP Coach (all internationally recognised, accredited and certified by professsional boards) https://traceycolenlp.com/product/empowered-equestrian-coach/ Next NLP Master Practitioner Training: NLP Only. Starts 17th June. Every Wednesday 1:30-5pm. Recordings made available. NLP Practitioner or Coach as pre-requisite. https://traceycolenlp.com/product/nlp-master-practitioner-coach/ NLP Trainers Training: 1:1 Start any time. Pre-requisite: Master NLP Practitioner https://traceycolenlp.com/nlp-trainers-training-curious-to-know-more/ Confident Rider Mindset Book/ Audiobook: https://tinyurl.com/ypjunref