Don’t Make Assumptions
Learn to think like your horse to become more present insteadof jumping to conclusions that harm your connection. Article by Alexis...
top of page
Search
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Sep 83 min read
Letting Go of our Ego
Someone I highly respect told me that one of her personal missions is to let go of her ego, and I felt that. What a humble statement,...
2080
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jul 172 min read
The Horse: A Teacher of Patience and Boundaries
The horse can teach us about patience and boundaries. There is an unexplainable reality that always demands us to be patient. I try to...
1330
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jun 203 min read
Rider Mindset: Success, Failure and Growth.
There are three elements that play a role in competitive riders' mindset: success, failure, and growth. These elements constantly...
1260
Alexis Bennett
Jun 25 min read
Take Nothing Personally
The way things affect you has everything to do with how you choose to look at the situation. Learn to choose curiosity over a...
1680
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
May 54 min read
A horse show lesson: The devotion for Growth and Appreciation
There is no end game in this journey, only growth and opportunities. There is no finish line that, once we reach it, everything flows...
2160
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Apr 153 min read
Breaking the Time Barrier: Exploring the Human Struggle Between Present and Future through Equine Connection
You can’t predict the future, no one can, actually maybe some do but I don’t know them. Let’s agree that most of us humans can’t predict...
1260
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Mar 292 min read
"Having nothing to lose"
The mindset of embracing opportunities without fear of failure unlocks limitless potential in training. Riding horses isn't solely about...
3200
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Feb 205 min read
Impeccable Body Language
Change the way you think and communicate with your horse to elevate your performance and their well-being. Article by Alexis Bennett,...
2130
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jan 213 min read
The Bravery behind Imperfection
Many of the equine riders I know are high achievers, they devote their lives towards a goal of competitive success that plays out in high...
5370
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jan 23 min read
The Mindset of Horsemanship; Approach vs. Method
Horsemanship is not a method; it is not a set of actions or a technique that, if executed perfectly, the horse will fully participate and...
3020
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Dec 11, 20233 min read
"Think like a horse"
Horsemanship means to listen – to your horse and to yourself The ability to think like a horse is both a skill and a mindset that...
1920
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Nov 12, 20235 min read
Oklahoma City Syndrome
Learn strategies to keep it together at the big show in Oklahoma City and other major venues. Article by Alexis Bennett, with Gilead...
860
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Oct 16, 20233 min read
Building Trust and Leadership in Teamwork
In the world of equestrian sports, success isn't just about the rider, it's about the powerful partnership between the rider and their...
1190
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Aug 21, 20234 min read
Free from Failure
Shift your mindset about failure to enjoy your riding journey more. Article by Alexis Bennett, with Gilead Friedman Courtesy of the NRHA...
5100
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jul 25, 20232 min read
Mastering the Art of Horsemanship: Journey to Becoming the Best Version of Ourselves
From the warmup to the grand performance, every equestrian knows that success in the arena is the result of meticulous preparation,...
900
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jun 13, 20233 min read
Unleashing the Power Within
Exploring the Benefits of On-Demand Online Mindset Training for Competitive Equestrian Riders Introduction Competitive equestrian sports...
400
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Jun 6, 20235 min read
The Practice of Visualization
Up your show game with quick, out-of-the-saddle mental training. Article by Gilead (Gil) Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of the...
1500
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Mar 21, 20235 min read
Lift Up Your Eyes
Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Learn why looking up is more than a riding cue; it’s a mindset. Courtesy of the NRHA...
1370
Gilead (Gil) Friedman
Feb 20, 20236 min read
Mindfulness for Reiners
Take these four steps to achieve more present, tuned-in riding this year. Article by Gilead Friedman, with Alexis Bennett Courtesy of the...
1290
bottom of page