How to Keep a Growth Mindset When Facing Challenges

In this episode of the Equestrian Performance Mindset Podcast, I and Lorna dive deep into one of our favourite topics: the growth mindset, and how to hold onto it when challenges threaten to knock you off track.

From cross-country training breakthroughs to frustrating moments in the saddle, we share real-life riding experiences that reveal how easily old habits creep back in and how quickly self-criticism can take over.

We unpack the crucial difference between a fixed and growth mindset, why criticism is not the same as feedback, and how reframing mistakes can transform your riding (and your life).

You’ll learn:

What a growth mindset really means for equestrians
How to reflect without judgement, even after a rough ride
Why the “ugly” videos are often the most valuable
Practical strategies to shift perspective when emotions run high
The one question that instantly reveals whether you’re in a fixed or growth mindset

Whether you’re recovering from a disappointing competition, battling self-doubt, or just want to keep improving, this conversation will help you replace harsh self-talk with curiosity, see setbacks as stepping stones, and remember that nothing is permanent.

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