Oct 12, 2022
When you work with your horse, you look at his body to
understand his full experience. You probably notice his physical
responses to your cues, as well as physical clues to his emotional
state.
Have you stopped to consider that your horse is doing the same
thing?
Just as your horse's emotional state is reflected in his body,
YOUR emotional state is reflected in your body, too.
Rider’s tend to focus on physical cues they give the horse, for
example, the application of the rein, leg, or seat aids.
The bigger impression you make is with your energy, which is the
expression of your emotions in your body.
As humans, we have a unique ability to disconnect. This can be a
problem if we do it when with our horses…because your horse is
constantly reading your body.
The best news is that this is a skill.
It is something that can be taught.
It is something you can learn.
Listen and learn more.