Author: Tom Locke
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Finding Your Path in Horsemanship: Beyond Buckles and Banners
Picture Credit to James Shoshone – Buckaroo and Artist. True horsemanship begins with knowing your purpose, respecting your horse’s nature, learning from many, and seeking the timeless principles of good riding—feel, fairness, and respect—regardless of discipline or goal. Ride with intention, humility, and a heart for the horse.
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Horses and Egos: Finding Your Own Path in the World of Equestrianism
In the horse world, egos dominate. Using Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) fosters clear, respectful communication, shifting away from dominance towards a partnership built on trust, patience, and mutual understanding.
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The Quiet Conversation: A Skeptical Horseman’s Take on Horsemanship
A reflective look at horsemanship, emphasizing empathy over technique, and the guiding principles of doing no harm and setting up the horse to discover the right answer.