…the physiology of your body responds to the vibrations of your emotions. What does that mean? Well, basically when you radiate joy, happiness, gratitude, appreciation, calmness or love, your chemicals/hormones (essentially the instructions from your brain) are expansive + opening. Your very cells actually respond to your high positive emotions + you experience pleasant sensations throughout your entire being…you are relaxed, your mind is clearer + your heart is more open.
Read More…I am exhausted, covered in sweat and dirt and hair, oh and speaking of hair mine looks like I’ve just rolled out of bed. If my family were here they’d tell me to go take a shower as I’m pretty sure the potent blend of horse poop, sweat and soiled stable shavings smell wouldn’t be very pleasant for them. My back is sore and my legs are aching. I may also have some mild sun stroke…and all that aside, I’ve never felt happier. My heart is full and I feel accomplished. Like I totally won at life today. Yes, this work can be physically tough, so what exactly is it about horses that draws me to them? I ask myself that question all the time….
Read MoreResearch shows that when we meet the biological needs, safety, + social needs of social animals, they are far less likely to display abnormal or stereotypic behaviours. We can achieve this by providing environments that focus on the horses physical + behavioural needs. The sad truth is that the equine industry as a whole has some very old + out dated belief patterns that really require some shaking up, some reevaluation + a different trajectory for the future.
Read MoreIt's simply about being asked v's being forced right? It's about offering an option + a choice to say no with no repercussions. Asking your horses for consent + handing over some control + choice will not always end in an endless stream of 'no's' from your horse. And in any respect a no is not a bad thing anyway, a no is just feedback during a conversation. Respecting a no will actually nurture trust + a truer, more authentic connection + partnership…
Read MoreA focus on right relationship helps you to connect with your horse on an energetic level whilst deepening your awareness of relationship as a whole. The domino effect is then a drastic increase in confidence for both horse + human, + a heightened awareness of the importance of breath, intentions + mindfulness. All beautiful lessons that reflect directly on your personal life.
Read MoreHorses (and children) like the security of knowing what to expect. They thrive in safe and predictable boundaries. With every step they offer in the right direction, offer them praise and a release of pressure. It takes a great deal of patience and determination to be consistent in all areas of your life but the rewards for your horses (or your kids) is many!
Read MoreOn the other hand, a lack of a quality foundation usually expresses itself in negative experiences + emotions. Lets look at say an off the track Thoroughbred. Generally speaking, as a riding horse, they seriously lack a solid foundation, yes? This lack of foundation usually manifests through one, or a number of the following behaviours - lack of confidence, spookiness, stress/flight behaviour, over sensitivity + a lack of response to basic aids etc. Now their 'foundation' to be a good race horse might be just right…
Read More‘So, before we get down into the nitty gritty I thought I should do a quick little intro.
I grew up in the thick of the Zoo world, my dad a Curator of a Wildlife Park + my mum handrearing various sick, injured or orphaned critters. However, despite being surround by all the beautiful wildlife, I was that little girl that loved horses…’
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