A Trainer’s Take on Horse Rescue, Liberty, and Mental Health

A Trainer’s Take on Horse Rescue, Liberty, and Mental Health

What’s life really like behind the scenes of a horse rescue—and how does it impact both horses and people?


In this episode of the Liberated Equestrian Podcast, I sit down with Leigha Schrader, horse trainer and business professional at Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR). Leigha specializes in liberty horsemanship, colt starting, and trick training, while also competing on the hunter/jumper circuit.


Together we explore:

✨ The realities of rescue work—trust, healing, grief, burnout, and resilience

✨ How liberty horsemanship is about connection, not just freedom

✨ The balance of caring for horses while tending to your own mental health

✨ Why presence and compassion are at the heart of horsemanship


Whether you’re an equestrian or simply navigating life’s challenges, this conversation will encourage you to honor your heart, set healthy boundaries, and discover hope through connection.


For show notes and helpful links, head over to the blog at Stableminded.

Thank you for listening to the Liberated Equestrian Podcast. For further encouragement and support, please visit StableMinded.us and tune into the StableMinded Podcast with Lisa Pulliam.

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