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CHARLIE UNWIN is a former modern pentathlon national champion, who competed at world championship level. Believing applied psychology to be a fundamental factor in his achievements, he gained an MSc in sport & exercise psychology and has since worked with clients including top riders, football and rugby players, Olympic athletes and the royal household. Charlie also applies the principles of human performance and psychology in business. Visit performancelegacy.com

CONFIDENCE IS A word that we use a lot. Your horse, of course, gets confidence from you. But where does confidence actually come from? The core of confidence is about being confident in yourself. Do you back yourself? It’s funny because we don’t often think about this — nothing forces us to reflect. What are the stories you tell yourself about yourself? Are those stories helping, or are they hindering you? Do they give you the confidence and courage you need to be a leader and provide guidance? This mirrors many other relationships, not just the one you have with your horse.