Your Horse Should Submit to You — Here's Why

Join me in our Private FREE Cavvy Community that really gets it! https://cavvy.coltonwoodshorsemanship.com/  Join our Horse Business Builders Community! hhttps://www.horsebusinessbuilders.com/free-community  In this video, we dive into one of the most misunderstood (and controversial) topics in horsemanship: submission. For many riders, the word carries negative meaning—control, force, or domination. But what if submission, when understood correctly, is actually one of the most positive and necessary elements of a healthy partnership with your horse? We break this down from a practical, real-world horsemanship perspective—focusing on leadership, trust, and what it truly means to build a working partnership with your horse. Whether you're a serious recreational rider or a professional, this conversation will challenge how you think—and help you grow. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Why This Topic Matters 07:21 – How Our Perspective on Submission Evolves 09:21 – The True Definition of Submission 12:14 – Why Yielding Is Essential for Horses 16:03 – Power, Trust & Responsibility 19:46 – Submission vs. Control (Key Difference) 23:07 – Why Horses Need Leadership 25:57 – What Healthy Submission Looks Like 28:43 – Becoming a Better Leader by Being a Better Follower 33:02 – Surrender, Purpose & Leadership in Life 37:17 – Final Thoughts & Community