Overcoming Discomfort to Improve Understanding

Horsemanship is not about the mechanical manipulation of our horses. We can use our hands, feet, or bits as tools to communicate with our horses, but we cannot rely solely on these tools when we add speed to the equation. Our horses must have a reasonable understanding of our feel, timing, and balance before we can expect to communicate with them effectively at faster speeds. Improving our level of communication with our horses begins with putting ourselves in uncomfortable situations. In this episode, I’m sharing some training methods that will help you break out of your zone of comfort and take the first step in building better communication and understanding with your horse. To learn more about the step-by-step exercises discussed in this episode, check out the Foundation to Finish online training program at philhaugenhorsemanship.com/courses.