After my accident, it took a long time to regain the courage to ride the trails again.
As my courage grew, though, I noticed my motivation slipping away. I realized I had spent so much time focusing on my fear and anxiety that I had forgotten the pure joy of riding. The thrill, the connection with my horse, the freedom—it all seemed distant. The motivation just wasn’t there anymore.
When we bought our farm in Kentucky, it was a wake-up call. It was time to face my fear head-on and get my motivation back. I started rebuilding my courage by taking small steps each time I got on the horse—starting slow and building momentum. Motivation worked the same way—I just had to get out the door. That one step, no matter how small, made all the difference. It reminded me why I loved riding in the first place.
What about you? If you’ve lost your motivation, what’s the one thing you can do that will push you past that mental barrier and remind you how much you love riding?
Here are a few ideas:
1. Step outside—sometimes, just the act of stepping out the door is all it takes.
2. Get to the barn—being around the horses can reignite that spark.
3. Tack up the horse—when you’re in the routine, it can feel natural again.
4. Eat a snack that reminds you of riding—sometimes a familiar taste brings back great memories.
5. Put on your riding boots—there’s something about putting them on that can make you feel ready for anything.
If you've lost motivation, find that one thing that will reconnect you with the joy you once felt. Once you’ve started to remember that joy, you’ll be in the saddle, enjoying it all over again. Once you know what’s holding you back, make it a habit to push through that threshold every time.
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