This will be a bit of a bumbling rant, just to be honest.
So... I told myself that I would write a post each week, the reality of life responsibilities and the amount of time that seems to escape each day isn't necessarily the best excuse, but it is valid. Sometimes there is so much to say, the inspiration comes to write, then the time to sit and actually do it, is gone.
I have been working recently on a kind of "energy therapy" which not only has been benefiting the horses (Sargent specifically as he is worried about people), but myself as well.
Do you realize that horses can hear your heartbeat from 4 feet away? Pretty incredible! You can't lie to them, and oh boy, haven't I tried (we all have at some point).
Now I will tell you what I have been doing.
Basically what this involves is placing your hands on their body, stand at the shoulder, one hand mid neck, the other on the back, begin to gentle stroke, slow and firm motions. Close your eyes and breath deeply, hum with a warm tone if you wish, or remain silent. the horse will begin to breath WITH you, your heart rate will slow and so will theirs, this does not need to take a long time either... (Actually this is a great practice to have with every horse, to just breath and create a gentle energy between the two of you and others.) Then, while keeping your hands on his/her body, still your hands in a stable position, continue breathing and press into into their body, then release while remaining in contact, this will begin a swaying from foot to foot. The effects are so very relaxing!
I find this is great for building the bond, trust and promoting emotional healing, especially ion previously abused individuals.
Isn't it interesting how a horse can be labeled a "Jerk" when really it was through misunderstanding, harsh handling, unsuitable discipline, etc. Sometimes people are trying to conform a horse into something that they're just not going to excel at, and it is okay to need to part ways, but they need to go into the right direction. Sometimes we need to learn to just take a beat, have a quiet moment, and know when that time is needed, even if it means stopping a session just to take that time. It goes a long way.
~And that is my bit for now. From your fellow horse enthusiast.
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