Finishing 2026 with Intention!
What a year it's been! And somehow, here we are in November, with Christmas just around the corner and that familiar end-of-year rush well and truly upon us!
I don't know about you, but I'm feeling the weight of a big year. There's plenty still to do, plenty I'd like to achieve before we wrap things up, and of course, the planning and preparation for another year is already underway. It's that funny time of year when we're trying to finish one year well while getting a head start on the next. The mental load is real, but so is the excitement of what's ahead!
It's been lovely to see a turnaround in the season across parts of Australia. It's certainly patchy, and not everyone has been as fortunate, but we're incredibly grateful for the rain we've received and the difference it's made.
On the horse front, we've enjoyed some wonderful trips to Condamine and Warwick, with plenty of highlights along the way. A particularly special one was debuting Smith Family Conjessman (Hazelwood Conman x Smith Family Just Like Jess), a beautiful stallion we bred, sold as a weanling and have recently had the opportunity to purchase back. It's pretty special to have him home!
For the remainder of 2026, my attention is turning to a few different things. I'm working hard behind the scenes in my business, continuing to support my coaching clients and making sure we finish another big year of Progress with Purpose on a high. If you've been considering 1:1 coaching, please reach out. And if you'd love to be part of our Progress with Purpose community, there's always room for another good woman! Join us here.
There are a few young horses to keep ticking along, plans to make for 2027 and, importantly, some time to enjoy being home. I'm looking forward to pottering around the garden, catching up on jobs around the house and spending time with my baby girl, who seems to be growing and changing by the day!
I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunities, people, horses and experiences that have made 2026 what it has been. It's been a huge year, and while I might be a little tired arriving at the pointy end, I'm certainly not ready to put my feet up just yet!
Here's to finishing 2026 with intention, appreciating what we've achieved and making the most of what's still ahead.
I hope you are too! xx
Managing the Mental Load...there's a bit going on!
If there's ever a time when the mental load starts to pile up, I reckon November is it! We're trying to finish the year strong, get organised for Christmas, keep up with everything already on our plates and somehow find the headspace to start planning for 2027!
And I'll be the first to admit, I'm feeling it too!
Between business, horses, motherhood, home and everything in between, I've been reminded that managing our mental load isn't always about doing less. Sometimes it's about getting better at managing what we take on, recognising what matters and accepting we simply can't do everything at once.
Which is exactly why Managing the Mental Load is our November topic inside Progress with Purpose!
We're exploring what mental load actually is, why it can be so exhausting and, most importantly, practical ways to reduce the mental clutter, make better decisions and create more capacity for the things that matter.
I'm also looking forward to sharing our November With Purpose interview with Julie Duff, talking all things horses, life, experiences and lessons learned along the way.
Alongside our monthly mindset content and interview, members have access to horsemanship tutorials, live Q&As, reflection exercises and a wonderful community of like-minded horsewomen.
Because becoming a better horsewoman isn't just about what happens in the saddle. It's also about how we manage ourselves and everything else life throws our way.
If you've been thinking about joining us, I'd love to welcome you into Progress with Purpose as we finish 2026 and prepare for another big year!
So what is PWP and what do you get? Each month you'll receive:
A new mindset topic to help you become a more confident, capable rider.
Practical horsemanship tutorials filmed on my own horses.
Exclusive interviews with some of Australia's most respected horse people.
Monthly live Q&A sessions.
Reflection resources and worksheets to help turn ideas into action.
Access to our supportive members-only community.
If you've been watching from the sidelines, now is a fantastic time to join us. Whether you're chasing results in the competition arena or simply want to enjoy your horse more, Progress with Purpose is designed to help you make steady, meaningful progress—one month at a time. All for just $49 per month!
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