<p>Just for fun, I’m bringing back one of the most useful conversations from the podcast.</p><p>In this episode from 2022, I talk with Dr. Stephen Peters, neuroscientist and co-author of <em>Evidence-Based Horsemanship</em> (with Martin Black).</p><p>Dr. Peters has studied the equine brain extensively, and what stands out is this:<br>good horsemanship already lines up with how a horse’s brain works.</p><p>We keep this practical—how horses learn, what helps them stay calmer, and why simpler, clearer communication tends to work better than doing more.</p><p>If you tend to overthink things with your horse, this will help you step back and see what actually matters.</p><ul><li>How the horse’s brain differs from ours</li><li>Why timing and clarity matter more than technique</li><li>What helps horses stay relaxed and able to learn</li><li>Why good horsemanship often looks simple (but isn’t random)</li></ul><p>Dr. Peters’ work:<br><a href="https://horsebrainscience.info" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://horsebrainscience.info</a></p><p>Facebook:<br><a href="https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanship" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanship</a></p><p>Learn more about my work with Horse Wise® -- I help adult amateur riders stop overthinking, relax, and ride like a kid again.:<br><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://horsewisecoach.com</a></p><p><br></p>

Horse Wise

Lynn Reardon

From the Vault: Dr. Stephen Peters on How a Horse’s Brain Works

APR 6, 202663 MIN
Horse Wise

From the Vault: Dr. Stephen Peters on How a Horse’s Brain Works

APR 6, 202663 MIN

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<p>Just for fun, I’m bringing back one of the most useful conversations from the podcast.</p><p>In this episode from 2022, I talk with Dr. Stephen Peters, neuroscientist and co-author of <em>Evidence-Based Horsemanship</em> (with Martin Black).</p><p>Dr. Peters has studied the equine brain extensively, and what stands out is this:<br>good horsemanship already lines up with how a horse’s brain works.</p><p>We keep this practical—how horses learn, what helps them stay calmer, and why simpler, clearer communication tends to work better than doing more.</p><p>If you tend to overthink things with your horse, this will help you step back and see what actually matters.</p><ul><li>How the horse’s brain differs from ours</li><li>Why timing and clarity matter more than technique</li><li>What helps horses stay relaxed and able to learn</li><li>Why good horsemanship often looks simple (but isn’t random)</li></ul><p>Dr. Peters’ work:<br><a href="https://horsebrainscience.info" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://horsebrainscience.info</a></p><p>Facebook:<br><a href="https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanship" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/evidencebasedhorsemanship</a></p><p>Learn more about my work with Horse Wise® -- I help adult amateur riders stop overthinking, relax, and ride like a kid again.:<br><a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://horsewisecoach.com</a></p><p><br></p>