Equestrian Perspective – Details, episodes & analysis

As we come to the end of the year, it can be tempting to rush ahead... to plan, reset, or "do things differently" without fully acknowledging what this year has already shaped within us.

In this episode, I invite you to pause.

We reflect on the energy of the Year of the Snake - a year that has asked many of us to shed old skins, release outdated patterns, and recalibrate in ways that haven't always been comfortable or visible.

Together, we explore:

• what this year has quietly invited you to let go of
• what foundations you've actually built (even if it didn't feel like it at the time)
• how your horse may have been guiding you through these shifts
• why you don't need to discard this year in order to move forward

This isn't about fixing, forcing, or rushing into the next chapter.

It's about honouring what's been integrated, being gentle with what's still unfolding, and stepping into the new year from a grounded, empowered foundation - not from burnout or self-judgement.

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You've got this,
Felicity 

There are seasons where you deeply care about your horse and desire to continue to develop your connection... but your time, energy, or the environment you're working in are genuinely limited.

In this episode, I talk about how to stay connected and keep progressing with your horse during these periods - without pushing, forcing, or falling into the all-or-nothing cycle that so many compassionate equestrians find themselves in.

We explore:

• why dips in capacity are normal (for both horses and humans)

• how progress doesn't always look like doing more

• what actually erodes confidence and trust over time

• and why so many people feel stuck, not because they're doing nothing - but because they haven't developed their eye to spot where the gaps are and what would be the best use of their time

This is a reflective, grounding episode designed to help you work with the season you're in, rather than fighting against it.

I also share how my Prepare Your Horse for Any Environment checklist can be used - not as a to-do list - but as a way to observe what is solid and what is missing in your foundation with your horse.

If you're navigating summer heat, winter weather, shorter sessions, low energy, or a phase where consistency feels harder to maintain, this episode will help you re-orient without losing connection.

✨ Download the free checklist here
Prepare Your Horse For Any Environment 

✨ 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're ready for a guided pathway and personalised support, you can learn more here.

Email teamfelicitydavies@gmail.com to enquire about the special December early bird offer that expires on the 19th of December.

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You've got this,
Felicity 

In this first part of our conversation, Felicity and UK-based intuitive Rachel Buckle explore her awakening into energy healing, intuitive animal communication, and spiritual growth. Rachel shares how she created her Instagram page Messages From Within, stepped into her first paid sessions as a professional animal communicator, and began trusting her intuitive gifts even when they didn't make logical sense.

If you're curious about animal communication, energy healing with horses, or developing your intuitive gifts, this episode will inspire you to embrace your unique path.

Tune into Rachels first episode on the Equestrian Perspective Podcast. 156. Leaning Into Your Intuitive Gifts with Rachel Buckle - on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

Connect with Rachel- https://www.instagram.com/msgs_from_within/

Connect with Felicity -

https://www.felicitydavies.com.au

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In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Dr Tracy Rainwaters. She is a chiropractor, animal chiropractor, shaman, teacher, intuitive and horsewoman.  Together we have a conversation about posture Vs conformation and she shares loads of practical advice and tips to help people discern if their horse actually has a conformation fault or dysfunction in their posture. From there, she also shares about different management routines to support our equine athletes and how important this is.

To connect with Tracy and watch her masterclass, please click here: 

https://www.tracyrainwaters.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rainwaters/

https://www.facebook.com/dr.rainwatersdc

If you would like to connect with me, you can do so via: 

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ 

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA 

In this 100th episode of the podcast I am interviewed by my Assistant Amy, and she asks me about:

- My journey with the podcast

- All of the different facets of my business and the amazing offerings I have in the pipeline

- My incredible herd

- Lessons I have learned in life and business

And lots more! I hope you enjoy it.

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via:

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA

In this episode, I have a conversation with one of my lovely clients, Shannon Brown. She is also a horsewoman and bodyworker who blends many different modalities into her practice. Together we have a conversation about:

-Her journey with horses

-Taking a break from horses and realising that her coping strategies were tied to them

-Feeling drawn to a different career path

-Her relationship with her mare Fern

-Bodywork and energy work

-The importance of slowing down

And everything in between!

To connect with Shannon, you can find her at

https://www.instagram.com/horsesaremypeople/

www.horsesaremypeople.com

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via:

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA 

In this episode I talk about some of the real-life things that happen behind the scenes when we are learning to do groundwork with our horses, that aren't often spoken about.

This episode was a live video in my Confident Equestrian Community Facebook page and within the video I cover:

- My personal story with my horses and setting them up for competitions

- My own journey with learning groundwork & growing my personal awareness

- What goes on for us at a physical, emotional and spiritual level when we are doing groundwork.

- The many different variables at play with you and your horse that affect your experience with groundwork.

And so much more!

If you are interested in diving into an amazing groundwork experience, join me in Groundwork Foundations – we begin on 1st March! Join here:

https://www.confidentequestrianprogram.com/offers/7eHFS6tN

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via:

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA 

In this episode, I have a conversation with Rachel Pittman about all the layers involved when you transition from having a riding-focused partnership with your horse to a non-riding partnership. We both share our stories of navigating arthritis with our horses and the things that came up for us and our horses as we were forced to shift goals with them.

If you are someone who isn't riding your horse or is contemplating not riding your horse then I think you will get a lot out of this episode and realise that you aren't alone. But, you can get through this and it will all be more than ok.

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via:

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA

In this episode, I have a conversation with one of my former Confident Equestrian Program students, Jebranca. Together we talk about her journey with horses, including how she stumbled across positive reinforcement training. We also share some tips and lessons around using food rewards during training sessions based on our experience.

If you are interested in positive reinforcement training you should totally follow Jebranca on Instagram at:

https://www.instagram.com/inspire_by_dreams_horsemanship/ 

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via: 

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com

https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/ 

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA 

In this episode, I have a conversation with one of my incredible Confident Equestrian Program clients, Amelie. I wanted to have her on the podcast because she navigated many ups and downs while we worked together for 12 weeks, BUT now she is in a really good place with her horse. I think you will find what she has to share really inspiring and it will allow you to feel not so alone. We are all in this together. She talks about:

- Buying her first horse as an adult and the lessons she learnt

- Navigating ulcers and lameness issues

- The difficulties when you keep your horse at a barn that doesn't align with how you want to treat your horse

- What she learnt through CEP and her experience in the program

- Her reflections on her journey with horses so far

To connect with Amelie go to:

https://www.instagram.com/kenny.kontent/

If you would like to connect with me you can do so via:

www.confidentequestrianprogram.com https://www.instagram.com/felicitydavies_/

https://www.facebook.com/felicitydavieshorsemanship

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpWzrLLy3oZ-Ds3kSTkMZA