Stepping into another month , wherever you are in the world , there are changes all around us- changes in the political world ,changes in the weather & where you allow it - changes for the mind & body. You guys know by now (if this is your first time reading from me , hello lovely ❣️!) that in times where others are stuck, I love to encourage you to challenge popular opinions when they don’t serve you & elevate your mind & body into the LIGHT instead !
This brings me into this months topic of the life lessons natural horsemanship has thus far taught me in life actually😊 . ‘How though Abs?!’ I hear you ask ! Let’s dive in & I’’l tell you ! Having had a love & appreciation of horses since the age of 10, I thought it best to summarize my earlier years working with them by saying I have met (& even now, continue to meet) horses that have made profound impacts on my life - the main boys now you may have seen in my weekly newsletters (Cheerio & Tigger!) being a huge part of my story and learning process when it comes to the way I work with them now. Each horse helped me learn to be a better listener ,better aware of my body ,more compassionate (horses are extremely emotionally intelligent),however it was specifically training with natural horsemanship that really brought to life some of the fundamental rules horses live by that us humans can take on board too with the everyday. With natural horsemanship, you communicate with the horse using body language & eye contact (you can use select vocal commands but this is predominantly their language in the wild ) so not only does it heighten your self awareness with the importance /significance of non-verbal communication- it also teaches you about the primal drive for survival & connection that humans share too . What does this mean exactly ? It means a horses hierarchy is based on LEADERSHIP through trust - simply put ,if you aren’t capable of displaying the leadership skills necessary to navigate potential risk & therefore the responsibility of survival ,they will make themselves number 1 & you number 2. The only way to work as the ‘leader’ is use their non-verbal language queues to basically communicate that you’re worthy ,trusted , capable as the decision-maker - that you’ve got this ! There are so many other amazing & complex psychological principles horses have, but let's apply these basics to reflecting on your life for a second! Firstly , who is in your ‘herd’ ? Are your tribe uplifting & supporting you in a way where a safe environment is created for you to TRULY be yourself ? When you follow a leader in your life ,are they trustworthy to have the responsibility of your life direction & protection ? Or is this the time to TAKE BACK the rein POWER & be your own leader ? Maybe these questions bring up the realisation that your 'herd' or team/inner-circle needs to be adjusted (which I review every so often in my life from season to season). Horses in their most natural way is my favourite way of working with them - just the horse & you - no metal equipment (I’m pretty against traditional equipment that causes any form of unnecessary pain), just rope halter & the horse , talking with you in their powerful way. It is here that I had renewed understanding of connection and how essential this is in life. Horses are also extremely spiritual & must always move FORWARD to survive,trust their team (herd) & know their worth - something I strive for everyday ! How about you ? 😃💪🏼 Training in this way has taken me back to basics ,humbled me & reminded me that we are constantly learning who we are in communication with others, ourselves & how valuable connection really is ! Every situation can teach us should we have an open mind & heart ! I encourage you to step into this season, wherever you're at right now with this OPENNESS , with the right support around you ,in the right environment & see where this month will take you in a positive direction ! :) Sending love & light always, Abi Xo NEXT MONTH : Healthy Nutrition Mindset - How To Get There ! Want to work out with me as a client or work with me as coach ? Fill in this quick application form! Join my all-ladies exclusive private Facebook community for everything wellness related here! Join my online fit studio for November here !
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