PEMF and horse behaviour with Kate McGauly from Smiling Horse LLC: Part 2
Did you watch in wonder as a rider and their horse moved as one, wondering how they got so good at it?
Or maybe you've felt a bit frustrated because you and your horse just can't seem to click, feeling like you were unable to control your horse, being told your horse is just trying to test and challenge you and you need to push them through it and make them do it?
You're not alone.
Lots of riders go through this, wishing for a deeper connection with their four-legged friends.
In a recent chat with Kate McGauly from Smiling Horse LLC, we went on a journey to uncover the secrets of horse friendship, finding simple yet amazing ways to become true partners with our horses while steering clear of common problems found in regular training.
At the heart of being good with horses is a simple idea: agreeing. Instead of treating horses like tools, we need to treat them like friends. By agreeing on what we do together, we build trust and make it easy to work together.
In a world where everything goes fast, it's easy to forget that good things take time. Getting better with horses is no different. It's not about getting to the end quickly; it's about enjoying every step. By slowing down and enjoying the ride, we can become closer friends with our horses.
Regular training often focuses on control. But what if we tried focusing on friendship instead? By building a strong friendship with our horses, we can talk better and work together as friends. It's not about bossing them around; it's about listening and learning together.
Being good with horses isn't just about being strong; it's also about how we show up for our horses when things feel difficult, scary and challenging. We all have things we're scared of, but facing them is how we get better. By admitting our fears and asking for help when we need it, we can become better friends and better partners for our horses.
In the end, riding together with your horse is all about understanding, patience and finding that connection and team. By meeting and supporting our horses needs both in their social environment and learning and training environment, taking our time, focusing on friendship, we can build a friendship that's as strong as it is fun. So, next time you ride, remember to listen to your horse, enjoy the journey, and savor the magic of horse friendship. Check out the full conversation on the first do no harm podcast
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