Over The Oxer

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All equestrians want to harness mindset know-how and learn the ease of successful riding. On this podcast, I’m demystifying the mind, delving into the best of mindset and debunking myths for equestrians and horse owners. Mindset is the key to solving a host of problems that manifest when we ride, including riding anxiety, self-doubt, limiting belief, imposter syndrome, overwhelm or perfectionism. As an accredited Trainer and Master Coach of NLP and Hypnotherapy, I’ll lead you through the solutions that work for me and my clients.

  1. 5d ago

    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

  2. Sep 22

    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

  3. Sep 15

    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

  4. Sep 8

    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

  5. Sep 1

    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

  6. Aug 25

    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

  7. Aug 18

    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

  8. Aug 11

    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

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All equestrians want to harness mindset know-how and learn the ease of successful riding. On this podcast, I’m demystifying the mind, delving into the best of mindset and debunking myths for equestrians and horse owners. Mindset is the key to solving a host of problems that manifest when we ride, including riding anxiety, self-doubt, limiting belief, imposter syndrome, overwhelm or perfectionism. As an accredited Trainer and Master Coach of NLP and Hypnotherapy, I’ll lead you through the solutions that work for me and my clients.

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  • Creator
    infoz37
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
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