u/Fernandez1344

Looking for some advice, words of encouragement, etc.

I have been training my canter, and while I have proven an ability to sit it, my fear takes over to the point of my gripping the reins so tight my hands turn white.

In the last couple sessions, my instructor has rigged a fake rein while I canter on a lunge line. Even though it is doing absolutely nothing to the horse, I’m still death gripping the fake reins like my life depends on it. Proves to me that my challenge is purely psychological.

Any tips for breaking past that barrier and relaxing into the ride more?