Is it a problem, but only part-time?

Is it a problem, but only part-time?

From Over The Oxer by infoz37

April 21, 2026 · 14 min · Episode 191

About this episode

Tracey Cole discusses the internal conflict faced by equestrians and offers NLP techniques to integrate conflicting parts of the mind.

Have you ever felt like two different people at once? One part of you desperately wants to do X (gallop, jump or compete), while the other part is screaming for you to do Y (stay safe on the ground)? You aren't "losing your nerve", you’re experiencing an internal conflict. And they're all too common. In this episode of Over the Oxer, Equestrian NLP expert Tracey Cole dives into the concept of "Parts." Discover why your brain creates parts and why fighting your fear only makes it stronger. Tracey shares a powerful, hands-on NLP exercise to help you integrate these conflicting parts, turning your mental tug-of-war into a unified, confident partnership with your horse. In this 10-minute episode, you’ll learn: The "Positive Intent" of 'Negative' Parts: Why it is actually trying to help you (and how to negotiate with it). The Achiever vs. The Protector: Identifying the two "Parts" that dominate your equestrian mindset. The Visual Squash Exercise: A step-by-step NLP technique to stop the internal argument and find your focus. Congruent Riding: How becoming a "unified rider" clarifies your aids and helps your horse feel more secure. 👉 Contact me Info@traceycolenlp.com…

People in this episode

Guest: Tracey Cole

Topics covered

  • internal conflict
  • equestrian mindset
  • NLP techniques
  • fear management
  • unified riding

Keywords

  • internal conflict
  • NLP
  • equestrian
  • fear
  • mental techniques
  • riding
  • self-improvement

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