Welcome to a poignant episode of Making Milestones where we delve into the highs and lows of life, tackling issues such as financial struggles, seasonal depression, and the pursuit of dreams. We explore the roller coaster ride of adulting, highlighting how things like unexpected repair bills and new business ventures can test one's resilience. However, amidst the tumult, we spotlight the strength of community spirit and the magic of dreaming big. Support the Podcast: Shop my clothing and...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Making Milestones podcast, where we uncover one of the most debated topics in the equestrian world - positive reinforcement vs negative reinforcement in horse training. We dissect these two methods, clarifying common misconceptions, and shed light on aversive pressure versus neutral pressure. Support the Podcast: Shop my clothing and bridles: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Check out free resources, webinars and more:...

Welcome to an enlightening episode of the Making Milestones podcast, where I shift focus from horse training to delve deep into the world of personal growth and spiritual awakening. Listen as I share my journey of self-discovery and transformation, shedding light on critical areas of self-awareness, ego death, and the value of authenticity. I also confront society's inherent flaws within our capitalist system and propose embracing spirituality as a reinvigorating solution. We explore the...

In this compelling episode of the Making Milestones podcast, Shelby about her transformative journey from a traditional to a modern, compassionate horse trainer. This shift not only revolutionized her approach to horse training but also challenged her identity and provoked a deep internal reassessment. This episode encompasses upturns and downturns as Shelby faced disillusionment, professional obstacles, and emotional turmoil on her path to transformation. Navigating through turbulent times,...

In this eye-opening episode of the Making Milestones podcast, we delve into an often overlooked issue within the equestrian world: misogyny. Despite being a predominantly female industry, gender biases still pervade, creating an oppressive undercurrent that female riders and trainers have to navigate.  We also delve into gender-related issues beyond women's experiences, acknowledging the struggles of non-binary individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ community.   Support the podcast: Shop...

Welcome to a captivating episode of Making Milestones podcast, where we delve deep into my personal narrative of neurodivergence. This episode presents my life's journey from being diagnosed with ADHD to embracing this newfound understanding and how it transformed my worldview and interactions, especially with horses. Support the podcast: Shop my store: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Subscribe to Patreon for Q&As, tutorials and more: http://patreon.com Check out my website / buy my book:...

How is horse welfare impacted by patriarchy and capitalism? Listen to find out. *note* sorry about the audio on this, I used a new mic and it was not great but didn't want to re-record as I felt it was a good discussion.   Order limited edition merch: https://milestone-equestrian.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe to Patreon: http://patreon.com/sdequus Shop my store: http://shopmilestoneeq.com See my blog, training help, webinars and more: http://milestoneequestrian.ca Order my book:...

Talking more about lessons I've learned in 2023 and things I want to work on in the new year.   Support my work: http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://milestoneequestrian.ca   Year end / new year journal prompts: https://instituteofyou.org/year-in-review-50-powerful-questions-to-reflect/  

Reflecting on 2023, the good the bad and the ugly...   Support me elsewhere: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://milestoneequestrian.ca  

Talking about disconnection and how it enables abuse in and out of the horse world.   Other ways to support my work" http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://milestoneequestrian.ca  

A little life update, why I’ve been a little subdued and MIA, talking about the current world situation and my thoughts about it. This is not very horse related so if that bothers you, don’t listen.   Resources & charity...

Interviewing Temple Grandin about her work with animal welfare and neurodivergency/autism advocacy.   Check out her books and other info: https://www.templegrandin.com/templegrandinbooks.html https://templegrandin.com/   Support me/the podcast: Subscribe to Patreon: http://patreon.com/sdequus Shop my store: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Donate to Phoebe's surgery: https://gofund.me/a766d361 http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian  

Talking about my experience in Paris, France at a Horse Welfare Conference on Hyperflexion that the FEI sent representatives to attend...   Help support the podcast / my work: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian  

Talking to Dr. Tomas Teskey, an equine veterinarian specializing in hoof care about all things hoof.   Support the podcast: http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com   Check out Dr. Teskey's pages/book: https://www.facebook.com/insighttoequus https://www.insighttoequus.com/  

Discussing how we can still harm welfare even with good intentions, especially with normalized practices in the industry and what we can do about this.   Help support my work: http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://milestoneequestrian.ca   Donate: http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian    

Talking about my experience with leaving toxic relationships and how I built self esteem afterwards. How to deal with hateful comments and mean people without letting it damage your self concept.   Help support my work: http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://milestoneequestrian.ca  

Discussing how we can reduce harm in the horse world even in situations where we may have less control to make big changes.   Support my work: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://milestoneequestrian.ca http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian   Get a free diet analysis for your horse: http://madbarn.com/analyze-diet/?ref=1329 Get a discount on MadBarn products with code SDEQUUS

Discussing my experience with toxic relationships and thoughts on it.   Support my work: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://milestoneequestrian.ca http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian   Get a free diet analysis for your horse: http://madbarn.com/analyze-diet/?ref=1329 Get a discount on MadBarn products with code SDEQUUS

Discussing the horse welfare movement, realistic change and weird things the industry has normalized as being completely benign when there are indicators of harm caused.   Join the horse welfare movement and sign the petition: http://linktr.ee/allianceforhorsewelfare Subscribe to Patreon for tutorials and more: http://patreon.com/sdequus Shop my product line: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Support my work: http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian See my website for training webinars, behaviour...

Discussing the journey to self confidence and self love.   Check out my links & support the podcast below: http://patreon.com/sdequus http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://milestoneequestrian.ca http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian   Sign the petition and support the new welfare organization: http://linktr.ee/allianceforhorsewelfare  

Discussing the horse welfare movement and need for immediate change in the industry.   Join the welfare movement and sign the petition: http://linktr.ee/allianceforhorsewelfare Subscribe to my Patreon to support my work & access tutorials and more: http://patreon.com/sdequus Help support me in my journey to Paris to speak at a welfare conference: http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian Shop my products: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Checkout my resources page:...

An update on the absolute insanity that has been life lately.   Checkout my links: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://milestoneequestrian.ca    All Info on the Alliance for Horse Welfare In Sport http://linktr.ee/allianceforhorsewelfare  

A discussion with Ansley Bevan of AB Equine Therapy on a variety of common issues we see in horses and how they affect the overall biomechanics of the horse.   Shop my products: http://shopmilestoneeq.com Subscribe to Patreon: http://patreon.com/sdequus     Follow Ansley on Instagram: http://instagram.com/abequinetherapy Follow Ansley on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abequinetherapy    

A discussion about horse welfare and modern equine science with equine ethologst, Renate Larssen.   Support the podcast: http://shopmilestoneeq.com http://patreon.com/sdequus http://paypal.me/milestoneequestrian   Follow Renate: http://instagram.com/renatelarssen https://www.facebook.com/theequineethologist