Oftentimes adjustments need to be made. I also developed the ability to control my emotions. Every new transition requires some serious energy. The horse needs to comprehend the rider’s expectations, and eventually consent to the change. There is a fine line because if get forceful or upset, they overreact. Once while training a young mare, I signaled her to move forward but she wouldn’t. Naturally I became frustrated and kicked her forward. Not surprisingly, my aggression was met with aggression and the horse bucked me off. This was a valuable life lesson. It only takes one harsh move on a sensitive horse to realize that strategy does not work. Riding a horse is about balance and feel; you can't just ask for the same thing one way. Every action I make on a horse should get a reaction and adjustment, but you have to be proactive. These adjustments need to be made two to three steps ahead of your horses
Oftentimes adjustments need to be made. I also developed the ability to control my emotions. Every new transition requires some serious energy. The horse needs to comprehend the rider’s expectations, and eventually consent to the change. There is a fine line because if get forceful or upset, they overreact. Once while training a young mare, I signaled her to move forward but she wouldn’t. Naturally I became frustrated and kicked her forward. Not surprisingly, my aggression was met with aggression and the horse bucked me off. This was a valuable life lesson. It only takes one harsh move on a sensitive horse to realize that strategy does not work. Riding a horse is about balance and feel; you can't just ask for the same thing one way. Every action I make on a horse should get a reaction and adjustment, but you have to be proactive. These adjustments need to be made two to three steps ahead of your horses