Being a great leader (or rider) requires us to set the tone and lead with intention in any given moment.

The more calm and grounded we are, the easier it is for the people and animals around us to co-regulate in a positive way.

If we can have our own nervous system in a healthy state of flow, in a regulated state, then those around us can start to regulate their nervous systems to match our regulated state.

It’s a superpower, and one you can learn.

Check out this video for a quick story about how I used mindful performance strategies to regulate myself and calm a horse at the same time.