Angel has taught me a lot about understanding boundaries, both our own and those of others. Horses show us that clear and direct communication can offer powerful lessons on how to establish, maintain, and respect boundaries in our relationships, whether with people, animals, or even ourselves. To learn more about Angel and her boundaries, read on.

Horses are natural teachers when it comes to anticipation. Worry and anticipation both involve looking ahead to the future, however the difference seems to lie in the tone and impact. As prey animals, they have finely tuned senses and depend on anticipation rather than worry. Read more to learn the difference.

Learning to do less with awareness has helped Penny and I become the best riding team, as presence builds trust and improves our communication. Read more to learn how to stay more present in the saddle.

The barn helps you slow down by escaping the noises, the screens, and the rush of everyday life. It’s a place where you can shut off, which allows you to feel more connected to yourself and the present moment. Learn more about the sensory, emotional and relational experiences that encourage the feelings of stillness, safety and connection.

Pressure and release is a method often used by horse trainers, but can be used as an emotional parallel to help us explore and reflect on how we respond to pressures and ways to feel the release. Through horse-based experiences we develop better awareness of pressures, as well as the desired releases that can come with improved boundaries, letting go, adjusting expectations and releasing the need to control things outside of our direct influence.

Do you know horses have super powers? Learn why horses make such amazing therapeutic partners.