tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post70938115509052869..comments2024-03-26T08:18:42.915-04:00Comments on Cob Jockey: Show NervesJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04292565760924146966noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-46413612643227323032013-05-15T10:50:59.562-04:002013-05-15T10:50:59.562-04:00You guys are the best. I have so many new ideas a...You guys are the best. I have so many new ideas after reading all these comments, and I have to say, you've made me see the light on bridle bags, which I previously saw as not terribly useful other than keeping dust off.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04292565760924146966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-20330399469760027362013-05-14T12:40:47.356-04:002013-05-14T12:40:47.356-04:00That bag looks like a super way to stay organized!...That bag looks like a super way to stay organized! If it is any help, you never look nervous to me at shows :)<br /><br />I am very OCD also, so everything has its place (and it helps if your 'crew' realizes this and stays with the program!).<br /><br />As far as nerves, I was very tense and nervous every single show last year. This year, I can't explain it but something changed and I enjoy myself and feel so much more confident. <br /><br />You and Connor are going to be amazing at the show this weekend!Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10313417800020012776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-72775966467644633822013-05-14T07:51:19.909-04:002013-05-14T07:51:19.909-04:00ugh - nerves... I'm doing my first show in a l...ugh - nerves... I'm doing my first show in a little over a month. Haven't shown in 20 years. *gulp* I'm hoping being organized will help, but I'll proabably be a mess the day of the show.<br /><br />I bought a halter/bridle bag with hooks and this weekend I'm buying a big toolbox on wheels to haul all of my little bits and pieces in. I have also been creating a totally separate grooming/prep kit to use only at shows so I don't have to haul my day to day stuff around.<br /><br />Can't wait to hear how you do at your next show!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01736592362765508427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-89233328184368745042013-05-13T22:49:25.596-04:002013-05-13T22:49:25.596-04:00Shoot me an email and ill give you a list of tips ...Shoot me an email and ill give you a list of tips for show organizing. I am a bit OCD. It's all about adequate storage :) and nice hooks. Hillaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02884053627728391449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-73111327928875427762013-05-13T22:38:06.740-04:002013-05-13T22:38:06.740-04:00I am sure Alanna can agree on our organization at ...I am sure Alanna can agree on our organization at shows. By the first class is done the tack room looks like a tornado went through it! But I totally agree about being prepared. Even if you are not sure what to expect otherwise if you know you and your horse are well schooled it really makes it all much more relaxing!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16697668284253060576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-41307228130165627172013-05-13T22:07:42.819-04:002013-05-13T22:07:42.819-04:00I am not sure how I learned but I also showed a to...I am not sure how I learned but I also showed a ton growing up. I always wake up anxious the day of a show but that to me is part of the excitement. I also can be tense in warm up which I do need to work on but I think a lot of that comes from how Steady acts. But anytime before I enter the ring every time I take a deep breath and tell my self "this is it, nothing you can do except for give your best ride. And don't forget to smile.". But then I can always hold my shit together in an show ring but when I step out all my emotions come flooding.. lol. You got to witness that ;). Most of all I look at a show as the culmination of all the hard work I do so I better not waste fretting because it won't change the out come.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13472219069662152722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-18143233658125346072013-05-13T20:54:46.467-04:002013-05-13T20:54:46.467-04:00i'm the same way...if I'm not 150% prepare...i'm the same way...if I'm not 150% prepared for something I'm all nerves. I love that backpack, looks like it will really help with organization!Marissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11080634561032031224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-64484490216018127732013-05-13T18:19:14.254-04:002013-05-13T18:19:14.254-04:00I rely on Rescue Remedy for shows and other stress...I rely on Rescue Remedy for shows and other stressful periods in my life. Exposure helps too, like Alanna said. The longer you have Connor and the more the bond develops, you will find your stress decreases. I can't wait to hear about your show!!!Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13675631291488697042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-77774238074006523952013-05-13T18:13:02.033-04:002013-05-13T18:13:02.033-04:00For me being prepared is definitely a big part of ...For me being prepared is definitely a big part of not being nervous. Also, the more shows you go to the more comfortable you will be. Alanna Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12891497900025873342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8846330497859393721.post-85090316987514797112013-05-13T17:39:09.263-04:002013-05-13T17:39:09.263-04:00I worked with a therapist on my nerves (whooo scho...I worked with a therapist on my nerves (whooo school health care!)L.Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05052638724440787772noreply@blogger.com