Riders often think confidence should feel calm, but mental skills coach Tonya Johnston from inside_your_ride says that’s not actually how confidence works. Confidence is the ability to stay engaged with the ride even when nerves show up. You can feel nervous and still ride well. The real challenge is keeping your attention in the present moment with the horse underneath you. #EquestrianLife #HorseRiding #Equitation #HunterJumper #ShowJumping #RiderMindset #SportsPsychology #MentalSkills #HorseSport #RideBetter #EquestrianTraining #ThePlaidHorse #ThePlaidcast #RiderConfidence #HorseShowLife