I went through something like this not long ago. Maybe you need to take it easy for a while have a little walk and trot, and when you really want to do some serious riding again you'll be ready, of course your confidence will grow again. Mine has and now I love riding again! Just try and take it back a step :) xx

I hope that this replky is late enough that you've overcome your fear already but if not ...

I know the feeling. It's hard but you have to remember that riding is something you enjoy and if it's not then you need to seriously reconcider your chosen career.

Riding should not be stressful, it only is if you make it so. As soon as you start to panic, and indulge your feelings, you'll get those faint feelings. It's an irrational fear if the other horses are safe.

Relax and don't let yourself be scared, just think how much fun it is and keep smiling. It does help :D

Good luck, xxxx