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# Barbra Schulte

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- [Cutting Hub](https://barbraschulte.com/blog/)
- [The Truth Behind Unrealistic Expectations](https://barbraschulte.com/the-truth-behind-unrealistic-expectations/) - This week, I spoke with a couple of people who were mentally flogging themselves because their show results didn't go well. It just so happens they were showing in classes that were new to them. They had very little opportunity to develop solid skills before the show. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: This week, I spoke with a
- [Develop Your Skills More Effectively<br>- On Your Own!](https://barbraschulte.com/develop-your-skills-more-effectively-on-your-own/) - If you believed you could substantially add new skills to your skill set (while improving the ones you already have) because of what you do on your own, where might you take your riding in the future? That's what this video is all about. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: I'm super excited to share this video with you
- [A Question About Grief](https://barbraschulte.com/a-question-about-grief/) - Last week I did a video about no resistance to challenges, and it was really more about the kinds of things that come up as we're riding, say, bad weather, the ground, judges, someone's comments - those kinds of things. It could also be our own inner voice saying detrimental things. I was thrilled to
- [This No-Resistance to Challenges Mindset](https://barbraschulte.com/this-no-resistance-to-challenges-mindset/) - Today, I want to tell you something that came up this week in our cutting class: I shared a mindset that is one of my favorites because it is so empowering. Inherent within it is a growth and resiliency mindset. It’s about challenges and about not resisting them but embracing them. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: First, we
- [Come Back to Center with Four Questions](https://barbraschulte.com/come-back-to-center-with-four-questions/) - Hello, it's Barb. I want to share something that happened this past week. Have you had the experience of learning an idea and using it successfully to help you stay focused or get back on the right track, but it just fades away over time? Then, all of a sudden, it pops up again, and
- [Making An Impact; My Fellowship Student, Cailin](https://barbraschulte.com/making-an-impact-my-fellowship-student-cailin/) - . . Your browser does not support the audio element.
- [Managing Self-Consciousness in Lessons](https://barbraschulte.com/managing-self-consciousness-in-lessons/) - In this video I discuss a friend's experience of feeling self-conscious and distracted during a private riding lesson with a trainer she admired. Her feeling is natural due to our innate desire to connect and be approved by others. I then suggest a simple tool for handling such feelings: asking oneself what one's job is
- [The Perfect Dynamic Duo](https://barbraschulte.com/the-perfect-dynamic-duo/) - It's Barb, and I'm here with my favorite boy, Nic. I want to tell you about some things that happened this past week. First, my husband and I called a good friend because we knew his shoulder was sore. It turned out that he had a shoulder infection and was in the hospital. His shoulder
- [Two Strategies for Walking Through Fear](https://barbraschulte.com/two-strategies-for-walking-through-fear/) - For several weeks, I've hosted a Webinar Series with Dr. Stephanie Burns, a specialist in adult learning and the human brain and body. The series focuses on transforming our thoughts about what's possible as we age, our perception of time, and strategies for experiencing an enriched life regardless of age. After each webinar, I've enjoyed
- [In Our Horseback Riding Lives, Change is Always a Challenge](https://barbraschulte.com/in-our-horseback-riding-lives-change-is-always-a-challenge/) - And, Change is a Gift There is always change in our horse lives. This can happen when our horse has to be laid off. Or, we might experience a change in our financial capabilities to follow through on plans. Or, we might get the news that a trainer or a vet is moving. These are
- ["How to Sit Deeper, Part 3"](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-sit-deeper-part-3/) - This video is one more in my “finding your seat” series of video for working a cow. I talk about why it is so important for you to be grounded in your center of balance as you put your hand down after making the cut and before working a cow. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: This video is
- ["How to Sit Deeper, Part 2"](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-sit-deeper-part-2/) - Previously I did Part 1 about developing a deeper seat as you work a cow. This is Video 2 in that series. While it's for all who work cattle (cutting, reined cow horse, and ranch cutting riders, etc,) there's a message here for riders in all discipline. I also focus on the role of using
- ["How to Sit Deeper, Part 1"](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-sit-deeper-part-1/) - One of the biggest challenges of cutting and cow horse riders is to find and maintain a "deep" seat. If you're like many riders, try as you may, you just can't seem to master a consistent and deep connection to your horse through your seat. Perhaps, you don't feel stable in the saddle when you
- ["The Rhythm of Working a Cow"](https://barbraschulte.com/the-rhythm-of-working-a-cow/) - One challenge in working a cow, is to get all of the pieces of accuracy, form and rhythm to stay correct ... no matter the speed of the cow. This video is a great example of the pretty form and rhythm we all aspire to achieve as we work a cow. Below the video, I
- ["Part 4: Working the Cow"](https://barbraschulte.com/part-4-working-the-cow/) - This is Part 4 in our video analysis series. Herdwork Planning (Part 1) Walk to the herd (Part 1) Approaching the Herd (Part 2) Executing Your Two Jobs IN the Herd (Part 3) Proactive cuts (Part 3) Key points for working the cow (Part 4, 5) Between cattle strategizing to build a run (Part 6)
- ["Part 3: Put Your Cow on the Outside and  Drive UP!"](https://barbraschulte.com/part-3-put-your-cow-on-the-outside-and-drive-up/) - This is Part 3 in our video analysis series. Herdwork Planning (Part 1) Walk to the herd (Part 1) Approaching the Herd (Part 2) Executing Your Two Jobs IN the Herd (Part 3) Proactive cuts Key points for working the cow for each cow Between cattle strategizing to build a run For the series, I'm
- ["What Now?"](https://barbraschulte.com/what-now/) - This is Part 3 of my story regarding the various ways that helped me heal the pain from the loss of our 16 year-old son, Zane. Welcome. After the initial, primal stabs of emotion waned a bit, I did feel some peace. But then I asked myself the question, "What now?" To my surprise, I
- ["Are You Still There?"](https://barbraschulte.com/are-you-still-there/) - We all have a story. I wish I could sit with you and hear your story. This is Part 2 of my story about ways I discovered that helped me heal the pain from the loss of our 16 year-old son, Zane to cancer. Specific pain: I longed and longed to find a way to
- ["As You Grieve, Rest"](https://barbraschulte.com/as-you-grieve-rest/) - I often hear this advice when people are grieving, "Just stay busy." I very respectfully disagree. Or shall I say, I did not choose that route for myself after our son passed on. Here's why. One of the most valuable lessons I learned from my Personal Performance training, is to teach ourselves to adequately recover
- ["Part 2: Cutting Video Analysis Approaching the Herd"](https://barbraschulte.com/part-2-cutting-video-analysis-approaching-the-herd/) - This is Part 2 in this multiple part video analysis series in which I dig deep into concrete, key fundamentals you can immediately use in your cutting runs. Herdwork Planning (Part 1) Walk to the herd (Part 1) Approaching the Herd (Part 2) Walk through the herd to set up a clean cut mid-arena Proactive
- ["Part 1: Cutting Video Analysis Herdwork Plan Review"](https://barbraschulte.com/part-1-cutting-video-analysis-herdwork-plan-review/) - In this multiple part video analysis series, I will dig deep into key fundamentals you can immediately apply to your cutting runs. I will breakdown these critical elements: Herdwork Planning (Part 1) Walk to the herd Walk through the herd to set up a clean cut mid-arena Proactive cuts Key points for working the cow
- ["Sweet Clarity"](https://barbraschulte.com/sweet-clarity-2/) - One of the things I enjoy is getting to know the folks in my online courses. Those relationships are treasures to me. Together we build an awesome community. When I recently asked participants about their experiences over the past year, in one of the programs a woman made a comment about her bout with loss
- ["The Best Gift Anyone Can Give<br>To One Who Grieves"](https://barbraschulte.com/the-best-gift-anyone-can-giveto-one-who-grieves/) - I remember feeling so fearful that people would soon forget our son, Zane after he passed on to his heavenly life. The thought of that was gut stabbing. Recently I saw this quote, and wanted to share it with you. I love this. It is so true. This message also reminds me to do the
- ["How to Coordinate Your Hand and Feet<br>on the Cut"](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-coordinate-your-hand-and-feet-on-the-cut/) - There are three main things going on as you're walking through the herd to make a cut. The first is effective communication with your horse. The second is reading an ever changing situation. The third is making good decisions moment to moment. That's a lot to manage all at one time! This article is about
- ["7 Steps for Making Good Decisions in the Herd"](https://barbraschulte.com/7-steps-for-making-good-decisions-in-the-herd/) - It's easy to wait to hear your name called and then rely on your trainer for a cow plan as you walk to the herd. However, I believe this is the slow road to becoming skilled in the herd. There is so much you can do to set yourself up for herdwork success ... as
- ["Horses Give Us a Place"​​​​​​​](https://barbraschulte.com/horses-give-us-a-place​​​​​​​/) - I really love the quote below. Somehow for me, it rings true. And ... like many of the gifts that come into our lives, it was shared with me through a close friend. Grief really is love with no place to go ... except for those of us who love horses. I believe our horses
- ["When I Think of You, I Feel Love"](https://barbraschulte.com/when-i-think-of-you-i-feel-love/) - It's been a tough few weeks. Two different families I know quite well, lost a son. Another family lost a 9 year old daughter. A neighbor is nearing the end of his life in hospice. As you well know, as we comfort others in their grief, we often revisit our own grief. The good news
- ["Finding Joy in What We Love"](https://barbraschulte.com/finding-joy-in-what-we-love/) - We all have our core beliefs. And thank goodness I believe we don't all need to share the same beliefs! With that being said, one of my beliefs is that even though I don't understand why people are taken from us either in what seems to be "too soon," or in a way that seems
- [WE SUPPORT YOU](https://barbraschulte.com/we-support-you/) - I send you the warm thoughts and soft support during this holiday season. I bet that you, like me, find certain moments to be especially challenging when the unforeseen wash of sadness envelops you. I think we all share that. I remember the first Christmas season after Zane was no longer here. I was in
- ["How to Stop Leaning"​​​​​​​](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-stop-leaning​​​​​​​/) - Have you ever struggled with a pesky upper body that insists on leaning before and through the turn? Do your shoulders and torso have minds of their own? Try these ideas: 1. Let go of trying not to lean. Our bodies cannot 'not' do anything. You will be well on your way to sitting quietly,
- ["How to Fix What Went Wrong on the Cut"](https://barbraschulte.com/how-to-fix-what-went-wrong-on-the-cut/) - It can be challenging to learn herdwork. There's so much to absorb about cattle, angles, making decisions about moving targets, etc. This is especially tough if you've had little to no experience with cattle before you started your cow career. Then there's more to add to the mix of challenges. There's the impact of your
- ["The Emergency Brake/Two-Handed Stop"](https://barbraschulte.com/the-emergency-braketwo-handed-stop/) - I was recently asked to describe a maneuver I call the "emergency brake." It is fundamentally a two-handed stop which is used in a variety of disciplines for a variety of training reasons. I am describing it here for that use, as well as for the safety of everyone. It can be used as a
- ["An Exercise to Develop Feel"](https://barbraschulte.com/an-exercise-to-develop-feel/) - There's that word again ... "feel." It can be so elusive. What does that mean? And most importantly, how can you develop it? To me "riding with feel" means being so connected to your horse that you can sense how to communicate seamlessly with him moment to moment (like a dance partner leading the dance.)
- ["IS MY HORSE RIGHT FOR ME?"](https://barbraschulte.com/is-my-horse-right-for-me/) - When someone asks this question, it's never an easy one to answer. "How do I know if this is the right horse for me? I feel frustrated. I'm not sure if it's him or if it's me. I'm losing confidence. I'm not having fun. I just might quit. It's not an easy answer because there
- [Stop Leaning!](https://barbraschulte.com/stop-leaning/) - You've heard it before. Someone shouts, "Stop leaning!" Immediately it feels like someone put your finger in a light socket. Your eyes bug out and your back goes stiff in an effort to get upright in the saddle! Ugh! That's not exactly what you wanted instead! Without realizing it, it's so easy to develop the
- ["I KNEW THAT WAS YOU"](https://barbraschulte.com/i-knew-that-was-you/) - The morning after Zane made his transition to a heavenly life, I got in my car and turned on the radio. Immediately the song "Holes In the Floor of Heaven" came on. (Perhaps if you have not listened to this song in a long time, you are meant to hear it now.) At that moment,
- ["MOVING FORWARD"](https://barbraschulte.com/moving-forward/) - Have you ever said, "Well, moving forward, let's __________ ." You let go of anything that holds you back. You look to what you want to create next. You focus on progress, a move in a positive direction. Roadblocks are released and all is right in your world once again. Don't you love that feeling?
- ["STAY IN YOUR HEART"](https://barbraschulte.com/stay-in-your-heart/) - This past Sunday morning on 9/11 I was sitting on our deck, drinking coffee and appreciating the softness of an approaching Fall-like breeze. I reflected on that horrific day for America. I thought about the victims. I extended comfort in my heart to the family and friends of those lost. I felt for the all
- ["Just Stand By My Side"](https://barbraschulte.com/just-stand-by-my-side/) - Recently I was in a gorgeous spot in Montana. I was rendezvousing with friends and teaching, so it was a combination of work and play. One of the new people I met asked if I would have breakfast with her. The purpose was to get to know each other better and perhaps explore doing some
- ["STAND STILL"](https://barbraschulte.com/stand-still-2/) - If you're like me I bet you want your horse to stand still when you get on. Of course you do. You would like to think you ride a well mannered horse, right? Plus, it's super comfortable to have a horse that stands still as you throw your leg over the saddle. Ideally you want
- ["WHEN YOUR HORSE GETS ANTSY"](https://barbraschulte.com/when-your-horse-gets-antsy/) - It's a natural instinct. When your horse gets nervous and starts "antsing" around, you try and calm him by looking down at him, petting him on the neck and loosening the reins. A loving look, a pat on the neck and a release of the reins are three responses that would seem to take the
- [“Get Ready!”](https://barbraschulte.com/get-ready/) - Factors to Consider When Preparing Your Horse Horses emerge from a stall or a pasture in a very specific state of mind, body and emotion. Just like us, every day is a new day. You can never take for granted that your horse comes out in a particular way on any given day. Your job
- [“Why Does My Horse Get Numb?”](https://barbraschulte.com/why-does-my-horse-get-numb/) - Have you ever had someone tap you on the arm to get your attention? Your response was probably to turn and see what was going on. But sometimes, we are in the middle of something and we can’t respond right away. Most people stop tapping if we don’t respond. But let’s pretend like they didn’t
- [“Exercise: Flexing Your Horse”](https://barbraschulte.com/exercise-flexing-your-horse/) - What does flexing your horse mean to you? There are lots of ways people apply this idea of flexing to their personal style of riding. I’m going to talk specifically about doing an exercise after you mount your horse and before you take your first step. This exercise is best for a horse that has
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- [Home](https://barbraschulte.com/) - Transform your ride, enrich your life with Barb. Begin Now with Our Free Resources Upcoming Events Barbra Schulte Cutting Clinic Hollow Top Angus RanchPony, MTNEW DATES: September 17 - 20, 2026Click this link for the information Riding, Performance, and Cutting Coach As a Riding, Performance, and Cutting Coach, I guide and support you toward excellence
- [THE GIFT](https://barbraschulte.com/the-gift-5/) - The GIFT - Softbound Version 72 Tools and Tips to Give You the Help You Need to Gain Riding Confidence and Overcome Your Riding Fears THE GIFT is a treasure chest of powerful mental strategies to help recreational and competitive riders accomplish their riding dreams with confidence, ease and fun. If you have ever experienced any
- [Newsletter](https://barbraschulte.com/newsletter/) - Our Weekly Newsletter When you sign up, you’ll receive the free PDF, 5 of the Most Important Skills of Riding. In each newsletter, you’ll find thoughtful insights to strengthen your mindset, practical tools for training and riding, and reflections to support you both in and out of the saddle. You’ll also be the first to
- [Cart](https://barbraschulte.com/cart-2/) - Placing an order from outside the U.S.? We’d love to help! Please email us at schulteoffice@barbraschulte.com No Return Policy – BooksAll book sales are final. Due to the nature of printed materials, we do not accept returns or exchanges on any book purchases. Please review your order carefully before completing your purchase.If you receive a book
- [About](https://barbraschulte.com/about/) - Hello, my Friends. Barbra Schulte, a Professional Cutting Horse Trainer, Riding and Performance Coach, Author, Clinician, and Equine Consultant, is a renowned figure in the horse industry, with a wealth of experience and a string of impressive achievements. Barbra has been involved with horses her entire life. Beginning in early childhood and continuing through college,
- [Explore all Books](https://barbraschulte.com/explore-all-books/) - Placing an order from outside the U.S.? We’d love to help! Please email us at schulteoffice@barbraschulte.com Inside you will find insights and encouragement to take your riding to the next level. Personal Performance Proven mental strategies for all riders. Inspiration so you know you CAN overcome challenges. The gift read more 72 Tools and Tips
- [Cutting, One Run At A Time](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-one-run-at-a-time-2/) - Cutting, One Run at a Time Soft-bound BookBy Barbra SchulteThis was my first 305 page, soft-bound book. Add to Cart Cutting, One Run at a Time What you may not know is that over half of this book contains valuable information for riders of all disciplines:Chapter 1: Identify Your Goals: The Process of BecomingDifferent Strokes for
- [Cutting, One Run at a Time](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-one-run-at-a-time/) - Cutting, One Run at a Time Soft-bound BookBy Barbra Schulte This was my first 305 page, soft-bound book. Add to Cart Cutting, One Run at a Time What you may not know is that over half of this book contains valuable information for riders of all disciplines:Chapter 1: Identify Your Goals: The Process of BecomingDifferent Strokes
- [Ride Inspired Journal](https://barbraschulte.com/ride-inspired-journal-2/) - Ride Inspired Journal Every horse loverneeds inspiration – and a smile. Add to Cart Ride Inspired We all need to feed our souls with productive ways of being and thinking. Our spirits need nourishment, too, just like our bodies.My intention for this book is to give you soulful encouragement through 52 short inspirations, plus space
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- [Books](https://barbraschulte.com/books/) - Inside you will find insights and encouragement to take your riding to the next level. Personal Performance Proven mental strategies for all riders. Inspiration so you know you CAN overcome challenges. The gift read more 72 Tools and Tips to Give You the Help You Need to Gain Riding Confidence and Overcome Your Riding Fears.
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- [Healing Thoughts Book](https://barbraschulte.com/healing-thoughts-book/) - Healing Thoughts on Loss, Grief, & Horses With soft insights and an open heart, Barbra Schulte shares the thoughts that helped her heal her broken heart after the loss of her 16-year-old son, Zane to bone cancer in a powerful little book. Add to Cart No matter what kind of loss you have endured, her
- [Little book of cutting tips](https://barbraschulte.com/little-book-of-cutting-tips/) - The Little Book of Cutting Tips 80 Tips for Inspiration and Improving Your Horsemanship, Mental Skills, Herdwork, Working the Cow, Practicing, Showing and Relationships. Add to Cart “THE LITTLE BOOK OF CUTTING TIPS”It breaks down the complex world of cutting (and riding) into 80 clear, simple ideas you can use immediately.It is a guidebook for
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- [](https://barbraschulte.com/zane-schulte-award/) - My husband Tom and I created this award to give something of exceptional value back to our cutting family.During our son Zane's illness, we were the recipients of caring and love expressed in cards, phone calls, hugs, prayers, and monetary contributions. In addition to giving back to our industry, we wanted to honor the memory
- ["The Little Book of Cutting Tips"](https://barbraschulte.com/the-little-book-of-cutting-tips/) - "The Little Book of Cutting Tips" 80 Tips for Inspiration and Improving Your Horsemanship, Mental Skills, Herdwork, Working the Cow, Practicing, Showing and Relationships "THE LITTLE BOOK OF CUTTING TIPS" It breaks down the complex world of cutting (and riding) into 80 clear, simple ideas you can use immediately. It is a guidebook for building
- [Personal Performance - THE GIFT Series](https://barbraschulte.com/personal-performance-the-gift-series-digital-download/) - BOOKS - AUDIOS - WORKBOOK 72 Tools and Tips to Give You the Help You Need to Gain Riding Confidence and Overcome Your Riding Fears THE GIFT is a treasure chest of powerful mental strategies to help recreational and competitive riders accomplish their riding dreams with confidence, ease and fun. If you have ever experienced
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- [Gift For Someone Else...](https://barbraschulte.com/gift-for-someone-else/) - Purchase "The Gift" Audio Book as a Gift For Someone Else Here's HOW your gift recipient will receive your gift: It will appear in their email box with the subject line: (Your Name) Has Given You a Special Present in This Email ... or ... you can customize the email subject line by letting us
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- [Ride with Confidence Audio Program](https://barbraschulte.com/ride-with-confidence-digital-audio-program/) - RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE By Barbra Schulte "The Most Concise, Research Based, 10 StepConfidence Building Information Available ForRiders of All Disciplines." Inside Tracks: Understanding the Ideal Performance State Dreaming great dreams Evaluating your personal mental, emotional, and physical strengths and weaknesses Using acting techniques to achieve your Ideal Performance State Thinking strategically with positive words and
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- [UPCOMING LIVE EVENTS](https://barbraschulte.com/upcoming-events/) - April 26 - 30, 2018: Julie Goodnight and Barbra Schulte Riding and Wholeness Retreat, C Lazy U Ranch, Granby, CO (just a few spots left) SAVE THE DATE April 9 - 11, 2018: V6 High Performance Clinic with Sandy Collier, Parkfield, CA. Details coming soon
- [Personal Performance - THE GIFT Series](https://barbraschulte.com/the-gift-series/) - 72 Tools and Tips to Give You the Help You Need to Gain Riding Confidence and Overcome Your Riding Fears THE GIFT is a treasure chest of powerful mental strategies to help recreational and competitive riders accomplish their riding dreams with confidence, ease and fun. If you have ever experienced any of the
- [Personal Cutting Clinic](https://barbraschulte.com/personal-cutting-clinic-old/) - NEW! Personal Cutting Clinic "How to Grow Your Confidence in the Herd" An Online Three-Week Guided Learning Experience Designed so You Can Improve Your Skills at Home: Understand How to Make Good Decisions in the Herd Learn How to Manage the Time Between Cattle Improve Your Ability to Process Your Helpers' Coaching Learn Great Self-Evaluation
- [Thank you for your order!](https://barbraschulte.com/order-thanks/) - This is Barbra ... Thank you for your order! I hope you enjoy it and benefit greatly from it. I wish you all the best. If you have already received my guide, "Five of the Most Important Skills of Riding" then there's no need to read on. But if you haven't received it... Good News!
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- [](https://barbraschulte.com/stacy-westfall-and-i-discuss-fear/) - Stacy Westfall and I Discuss Fear Welcome! A few days ago I had a one hour and 45 minute discussion with my awesome friend and horsewoman, Stacy Westfall on the topic of fear. Our interview is my gift to you below. You will hear the story of how our conversation came to be (hint …
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- [Digital Gifts](https://barbraschulte.com/digital-gifts/) - CLICK ANY OF THE IMAGES BELOWTO GET MORE INFO "THE GIFT" Series: Book, Workbook, Digital Audio or CDs REMINDER: You can have your copy of "The Gift" signed with a special message from Barbra! Just type in your message in the Gift Recipient Information box during checkout. Audios: Ride With Confidence Audio Digital or CD
- [Thank you for your interest](https://barbraschulte.com/thank-you-for-your-interest/) - Thank you so sincerely for your interest. The "Letting Go of What Other People Think" Workshop is now closed.
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- [Actha Silver Elite Medal Winners](https://barbraschulte.com/actha-silver-elite-medal-winners/) - CLICK ANY OF THE IMAGES BELOW TO GET MORE INFO CONGRATULATIONS!! When you click any product link on this page you will be directed to the product sales page. Please note your ACTHA Silver Elite winner code is only valid on digital products up to $100. Ride With Confidence Audio Digital or CD and PLUS
- ["Mental Makeover" with Barbra Schulte Digital Audio Program](https://barbraschulte.com/mental-makeover-1/) - From This Page You Can: 1. Download the PDF transcriptor presentation. 2. Download complete Presentation (Right click and select "Save As" to begin downloading to your computer) 3. Choose any track below and: a. Listen from this page by clicking the "play button" next to each track.(Please note: when you click "Play," allow time for
- [Cutting Resources DVD - Hookin' Up with Lloyd Cox](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-hookin-up-with-lloyd-cox/) - Hookin' Up with Lloyd Cox Back Fence Video Production Follow 2003 leading money earning rider Lloyd Cox as he trains his Futurity horses (in October) for the big show.Lloyd demonstrates specific techniques, strategies, and philosophies while working in the round pen.See the specific differences in preparing three- year-olds for their first competition opposed to older
- [Cutting Resources DVD - Making Futurity Champions the "Rice Way"](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-making-futurity-champions-the-rice-way/) - Making Futurity Champions the "Rice Way" Back Fence Video Production Follow Ronnie and Tag Rice, winners of back-to-back Futurities, and three of the last five, as they share how they finish their horses for the Futurity.Making Futurity Champions the "Rice Way" follows these top trainers as they prepare three-year-olds to show and win in the
- [Cutting Resources DVD - Matt Gaines and Paul Hansma I](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-matt-gaines-and-paul-hansma-i/) - Matt & Paul Teaching the Basics - Part I Back Fence Video Production Nationally renowned cutting horse trainers, Matt Gaines and Paul Hansma, teach the basic techniques and philosophies for training two and three- year-olds.Part I focuses on instilling a solid foundation in two-year-olds and continues with preparing three- year- olds for futurities. Price: $130.00
- [Cutting Resources DVD - Barbra Schulte](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-barbra-schulte/) - BARBRA SCHULTE CUTTING SERIES DVD (Barbra's original 3-volume video series) Barbra Schulte Production Section 1 - Mentally Tough CuttingYou will learn to be calm, focused, and aggressive during your run based on proven sports science technologies. Section 2 - Physical and Behavioral Characteristics of CattleYou will discover how to pick the right cow from the
- [Cutting Resources DVD - Matt Gaines and Paul Hansma II](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-matt-gaines-and-paul-hansma-ii/) - Matt & Paul Teaching the Basics - Part 2 Back Fence Video Production Nationally renowned cutting horse trainers, Matt Gaines and Paul Hansma, teach the basic techniques and philosophies for advanced training of four-year-olds and older.Part II focuses on preparing your horses to compete week in and week out and/or at aged events. Price: $130.00
- [](https://barbraschulte.com/lee-on-threes/) - Lee on Threes Back Fence Video Production DVD Finish Your Young HorseTune Your Older Horse Progress Your Horse in Training Thirty–five days out from the NCHA Futurity, Lee Francois takes three three-year-olds bound for the Futurity and works them three times for the purpose of improving them. First he works them in a schooling session out
- [Cutting Resources DVD - NCHA Inside the Judges Stand 2](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resources-dvd-ncha-inside-the-judges-stand-2/) - Inside the Judges Stand 2 NCHA Production The DVD goes behind the scenes with NCHA judges as they discuss and score various cutting horse performances. (Updated August '08.) Price: $29.95
- [CowTrac Mechanical Cow](https://barbraschulte.com/cowtrac-mechanical-cow/)
- [Video: Preparing Your Horse Right Before Your Run](https://barbraschulte.com/video-preparing-your-horse-right-before-your-run/) - VIDEO "Preparing Your Horse Right Before Your Run" Please allow plenty of time for this video to load. Depending upon your Internet connection, it may take while, but it will load. If you have technical problems, you may contact us at, www.barbraschulte.net/contact-us/. Preparing Your Horse Right Before Your Run
- [About Russell McCord](https://barbraschulte.com/about-russell-mccord/) - Russell McCord, NCHA Director of Judges, has been an NCHA member since 1978 and started judging in 1985 and is a producer or narrator on the NCHA educational DVDs "Inside The Judges Stand 1, 2 & 3", "How To Score Higher", "How To Choose The Right Cow" and the "2011 Judges Rules and Guidelines" DVD.
- [Barb's 2013 Cutting Clinics in Brenham, Tx](https://barbraschulte.com/2013-cutting-clinics-in-brenham-tx/) - Showing Clinic with Russell McCord Three Days ... October 15th, 16th & 17th This has become an annual sought-after event. It is the gold standard showing clinic. Barb does this clinic with Russell McCord ... the NCHA Director of Judges. Barb focuses on herd work on the 15th. Then, on the 16th and 17th, Russell
- [](https://barbraschulte.com/herd-management-skills/) - BACK TO BARBRASCHULTE.COM "Herd Management Skills" Seven Skills in Downloadable Individual Videos From this page you can 1. Download the MP4 Video of each Skill. 2. Choose any Video below and: a. Watch from this page by clicking the "play button" at the bottom of each video.b. Download an individual video by clicking on "Download
- [](https://barbraschulte.com/digital-products-guide/) - Digital Products Guide Help for Downloading and Troubleshooting Common Problems When You Download Important: When you make your purchase, complete the steps in this first section immediately. Steps to Purchase, and Save Your New Digital Product on barbraschulte.net: As you follow these instructions, always read the pop up boxes on your computer carefully. Every computer
- [Audio - Al Dunning and Lynn Palm](https://barbraschulte.com/audio-al-dunning-and-lynn-palm/) - Track 13: Lynn Talks About Her Climb to be a Professional Despite limited financial resources as she grew up Download MP3 Listen Online: [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/Insights CD 1/13-LynnInspiration.mp3] Track 14: Al Talks About Recovering from an Accident And recovering his self-confidence Download MP3 Listen Online: [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/Insights CD 1/14-AlsInspiration.mp3]
- [Audio - Cutting from Phil Rapp Insights](https://barbraschulte.com/audio-cutting-from-phil-rapp-insights/) - Track 4: Regarding Judging ... Most important attributes of winning runs Smoothness tips Confidence looks Herdwork presentation Listen Online: [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/Phil and Mary Ann Rapp CD 1/04 Regarding Judging.mp3] Download MP3
- [audio - Tips for Nervous, Spooky, High-Strung Horses](https://barbraschulte.com/audio-tips-for-nervous-spooky-high-strung-horses/) - Track 6: Tips for Nervous, Spooky, High-Strung Horses Riders Are Sometimes Timid With These Horses Horses Want a Rider to be a Stronger Leader Ground Work Facilitates People Becoming Stronger Leaders Strong Leaders in People Help Horses Relax Download MP3 Listen Online: [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/Stacy Westfall -Disc 1/06TipsForNervousSpookyHighStrungHorses.mp3]
- [Cutting Resource Guide](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resource-guide/) - The Intention of this Guide This guide was created by amateur and non-pro cutters, FOR amateur and non-pro cutters as the results of a survey of the members of barbraschulte.net. The purpose of this Resource Guide for Cutters is to give you suggestions of where you can find information to improve your skills in riding
- [Miscellaneous RESOURCES TO PURCHASE](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resource-guide/miscellaneous-resources-to-purchase/) - Miscellaneous RESOURCES TO PURCHASE(Not Available on BarbraSchulte.com) DVDs: Leon Harrel Al Dunning Larry Trocha Books: Sally Harrison books Bill Freeman Mental Toughness Training for Sports by Jim Loehr
- [FREE RESOURCES](https://barbraschulte.com/cutting-resource-guide/free-resources/) - FREE RESOURCES(Available on both BarbraSchulte.com and other places) Cutting Horses 101 Articles on BarbraSchulte.com (these articles originate in the monthly newsletter) Magazine articles in Quarter Horse News and Chatter and others Weekend Cutter on RFD TV Road to the Winner’s Circle on RFD TV All About Cutting.com Sally Harrison.com Al Dunning’s newsletter and Team AD
- [Horsemanship, Mental Strategies, Cattle Working Clinic](https://barbraschulte.com/horsemanship-mental-strategies-cattle-working-clinic/) - "COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR HORSEGET CALM ... GET FOCUSED LEARN ABOUT CATTLE" During the mid- afternoon of Friday, October 14th, I will kick off an mid-afternoon/evening, plus two-day clinic (Saturday, the 15th and Sunday, the 16th) to help riders grow their horsemanship, mental strategies, and cattle working skills in Brenham, Texas. On Friday afternoon, beginning at 3:00
- [Welcome Video](https://barbraschulte.com/welcome-video/)
- [Insights: "Key Ways to Build Confidence in Cutting" - Track 6](https://barbraschulte.com/insights-key-ways-to-build-confidence-in-cutting-track-6/) - From this page you can a. Listen from this page by clicking the "play button" next to the track.(Please Note: when you click play, allow time for audio to load.) b. Download the track by clicking on "Download MP3"(Right Click and select "save link as") Track 6: The Rider's Job Working a Cow Play aggressive
- [Cutting and Personal Performance Live Events](https://barbraschulte.com/barbras-2011-events-schedule/) - (Scroll down page for Personal Performance Events) CUTTING CLINICS DATE DESCRIPTION LOCATION CONTACT PERSON CONTACT EMAIL PERSONAL PERFORMANCE CLINICS DATE DESCRIPTION LOCATION CONTACT PERSON CONTACT EMAIL
- [ACTHA Webinar](https://barbraschulte.com/actha-webinar/) - Welcome to a Special WebinarTo Help You Stay Cool and Focused! It's Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 24th! If You Missed the LIVE Webinar, You can Download or Listen to the Replay Here: [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/ACTHA_REPLAY52411.mp3] This is Barbra Schulte! Tomorrow evening, I will be doing a special web conference EXCLUSIVELY for the friends of ACTHA! I am going
- [Things I Like](https://barbraschulte.com/things-i-like/) - I Really Appreciate and RecommendThese Two Photographers
- [Coach For Confidence Digital Audio Program](https://barbraschulte.com/coach-for-confidence-digital-audio-program/) - COACH FOR CONFIDENCE AUDIO DOWNLOAD By Barbra Schulte "Coaching Tips for Trainers, Parents, Spouses, and Friends of Riders" Be the Best Support Person You Can Be For a Rider in any Discipline Inside You’ll Find: Your Job as a Coach The Ideal Performance State Performer Self and Real Self Acting Mental Conditioning and Ritual Skills
- [Showing Clinic Webinar 2](https://barbraschulte.com/showing-clinic-webinar-2/) - [hana-flv-player video="http://barbraschulte.net/videos/2010-11-29 18.06 Barbra Schulte Showing Clinic_ 2nd Webinar.flv" width="500" height="413" description="Showing Clinic Webinar" player="4" autoplay="true" loop="false" autorewind="true" /]
- [Showing Clinic Webinar](https://barbraschulte.com/showing-clinic-webinar/) - [hana-flv-player video="http://barbraschulte.net/videos/2010-11-08 17.59 Barbra Schulte Showing Clinic_ 1st Webinar.flv" width="500" height="413" description="Showing Clinic Webinar" player="4" autoplay="true" loop="false" autorewind="true" /]
- [Here's your audio clip about rituals.  Thanks!](https://barbraschulte.com/heres-your-audio-clip-about-rituals-thanks/) - The Power of Rituals - Your ride doesn't start at the in-gate. Prior to your ride, rituals automatically take you to a calm, focused state of emotion, no matter what else is going on around you. [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/The Gift By Barbra Schulte/Tracks 62-72/Track65-ThePowerOfRituals.mp3]
- [The Gift - Introduction](https://barbraschulte.com/the-gift-introduction/) - Enjoy listening to " The Gift - Introduction". This track is in the beginning section of the book and gives insight to "The Gift." [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/The Gift By Barbra Schulte/Tracks 1-3/Track2-Introduction.mp3]
- [The Gift - Be Your Own Best Friend](https://barbraschulte.com/the-gift-be-your-own-best-friend/) - I hope you enjoy "Be Your Own Best Friend". This track is in the 5th section of "The Gift" titled, I Love Challenges: Give Me More! - Turn tough times into treasures. Here is a short summary of this clip as written in "The Gift"-Make your internal voice be your best friend. It will give
- [The Gift - Building Up ... Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone](https://barbraschulte.com/the-gift-building-up-getting-out-of-your-comfort-zone/) - I hope you enjoy "Building Up ... Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone". This track is in the 3rd section of "The Gift" titled, It's Not Just about Being on the Horse - Boost your riding with real life strategies Here is a short summary of this clip as written in "The Gift" –You will build
- [How the Follow-Up Coaching Works](https://barbraschulte.com/barbra-schulte-showing-clinic/how-the-follow-up-coaching-works/) - "Get Six Months of Ongoing Coaching After the Clinic is Complete!" And, I Might Be Able to Help Youif You Need a Horse I have something totally new and exciting to add to this clinic. It's coaching for everyone who attends the clinic for six months after it's over. I will do a private follow-up meeting
- [Ten Minute Audio Clip ... Barbra interviews Al Dunning About Using a Mechanical Cow - Part 2](https://barbraschulte.com/barbra-interviews-al-dunning-part-2/) - [audio:http://barbraschulte.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CowTrac2-mp3.mp3]
- [Ten Minute Audio Clip ... Barbra interviews Al Dunning About Using a Mechanical Cow - Part 1](https://barbraschulte.com/barbra-interviews-al-dunning-part-1/) - [audio:http://barbraschulte.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/CowTrac1-mp3.mp3]
- [Showmanship Clinic Audio Clip](https://barbraschulte.com/showmanship-clinic-audio-clip/) - Here's Your Audio Clip From The Teleclass After the Showmanship Clinic Last Fall, Enjoy! CLICK the play button on theaudio-player to listen in. [audio:https://barbraschulte.com/audios/showmanship.mp3]
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