How to Interrupt the “What Ifs?” When Riding
(Without beating yourself up for feeling nervous, trying to push yourself through it or overthinking everything)
100% FREE
Techniques you can use straight away
Any rider, any level
You can know you’re capable.
You can know your horse.
You can even know that your brain is getting ahead of you.
And yet you might still find yourself overthinking, feeling nervous, changing your plans or avoiding riding in certain situations.
If that sounds familiar, there’s usually more going on than “a lack of confidence”.
The Rider’s Guide to “What If’ Loops is a short, practical, downloadable PDF to help you understand why the same worries can keep showing up, and what you can do to stop them gathering momentum.
This is for you if…
The same old “what ifs?” keep spinning around your mind
The smallest thing can trigger the “what if” spiral in your mind
Your comfort zone is shrinking and you’re starting to avoid situations that trigger those “what ifs”
You feel frustrated because you know you’re capable of riding well (and enjoying it!)
You want simple ways to manage those “what ifs’ so you can get back to riding at your best
Inside the Rider’s Guide to “What If’ Loops
Why those “what ifs” around riding can become a repeating pattern
How to spot what is happening in your mind (and what to do about it!)
The missing piece of the puzzle, where you have more influence than you might realise
A super simple way to help you interrupt the “what ifs” pattern before it takes over
Get your FREE copy of the Rider’s Guide to “What If’ Loops below 👇
A quick, straightforward PDF guide to help you make sense of those “what ifs”, and use simple, practical ways to take back control of what you do next.
Just so you know…
This is an educational and personal development resource. It has been created by Alison Buttery, Founder of The Everyday Equestrian, to help riders develop practical skills and strategies for managing nerves and loss of confidence in the context of riding.
Alison Buttery is a BHS Accredited Professional Coach and NLP Practitioner. She is not a psychologist, counsellor, or licensed mental health professional, and the resources from The Everyday Equestrian are not a substitute for professional psychological or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The content within these resources draws on evidence-based approaches including NLP and relevant principles from psychology, and is intended for personal development purposes only. It is not designed to diagnose, treat, or address clinical anxiety disorders, mental health conditions, or trauma.
If you are currently experiencing significant mental health difficulties, or if your anxiety is having a serious impact on your daily life beyond riding, please speak with your GP or a qualified mental health professional before enrolling. These resources are not a replacement for professional support if you are struggling.
Results will vary between individuals. The experiences shared by members of this community reflect their personal journeys and are not a guarantee of specific outcomes.
By signing up for these resources, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and taking responsibility for your own wellbeing throughout.