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Hi members! 👋 We’ve just launched a new community channel: study_group!

This week, we’re diving into Mind Horses—those horses that are always scanning their surroundings or tend to get herd-bound. If this sounds like your horse, you won’t want to miss out on this content!

Join the conversation and let’s learn together. See you there! ✨

🚨 New Course Alert 🚨

Hey everyone, we’re excited to share that Part 2 of Josh Nichol's Masterclass, Understanding Your Horse's Needs, is now live! 🎉

Watch it now!

This time, we’re diving into the practical side—groundwork, leading, and riding exercises that’ll totally transform how you connect with your horse.

Whether your horse’s needs are focused on mind, space, or pressure, you’ll walk away with powerful tools to meet them where they are and create a true partnership built on trust and understanding. Remember, even if your horse seems to fit into one category, their needs shift constantly—so it's important to watch the whole collection.

We can’t wait for you to dive in and experience the brilliance of Josh’s teachings. 🤩 Head over to NF+ now and share your thoughts below! 

PS. Missed Part 1? Tune in here.

For the third year running, Equestrian Voices has been nominated for a Signal Award for Best Sports Podcast—but we need your votes to win!

Take a moment to vote at the link below and let’s bring this award home for all of us equestrians! 🙌 🐴
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Hi members! We're excited to be working on a blog with Missy Clark, and we'd love your input. If you could ask Missy anything about her training or philosophy, what would it be? Let us know in the comments before this Thursday. (PS. Here's a tour of Missy's Farm, North Run)

Hi! I wanted to share a victory of my own since watching Josh’s latest course. It’s given me so much more awareness of my horse’s needs. While my horse tends to be more of a Mind horse, I’ve definitely seen him experience all three needs. Over the past week, I’ve changed how I respond when I recognize he's seeking a need. For example, when he’s in a Pressure state, I used to think he was being disrespectful and would move him out of my space. I still don't let him walk over me, but now the energy is different—I've learned to use those moments to connect with him.

When I’m riding, I’ve been focusing on using my reins to help change his thoughts. The other day, we were in the ring, and his paddock buddy was getting ready to head out for a trail ride. I started feeling a bit anxious because usually, when his friend leaves without him, my horse gets upset, and I end up needing to get off and do groundwork. But this time, after just a few soft thought redirections, he stayed calm and relaxed, and we had an amazing ride. He didn’t look, lean towards the gate, or call out once. I was so happy! It felt amazing to have a better understanding of his needs so that we can have the best relationship and truly want to be together— even more than being on a fun trail ride with his best horse-friend!