tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3422002255302020771.post8247968985711330742..comments2023-05-07T05:08:01.603-07:00Comments on The Path of the Horse: Developing relationsStormy Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00503772057756576906noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3422002255302020771.post-51043262030234654052010-03-27T08:58:32.562-07:002010-03-27T08:58:32.562-07:00Hi Stormy,
Thanks so much for the reply. I have ...Hi Stormy,<br /><br />Thanks so much for the reply. I have looked at Alexander's website and the online school, and truthfully felt a little intimidated not knowing if I would have much to contribute to the discussions, or if I was a good enough horse person, but I will look again and apply for the forum. I always think of myself as such a beginner with horse training as I've never had any horse lessons of any kind, I just learned to ride my horses as a child, simply because I had them, and loved being with them--which to me logically meant riding. I think it was a blessing that we rescued Selene at 5 months and Josie as a yearling because riding wasn't an option and it gave us that opportunity to just be with them on the ground.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14275787771843993207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3422002255302020771.post-21164263336789453732010-03-27T06:43:05.586-07:002010-03-27T06:43:05.586-07:00Dear Stormy,
I begin with acknowledging you for t...Dear Stormy,<br /><br />I begin with acknowledging you for the courage you have shown on your journey from competition to compassion. <br /><br />As a middle-aged woman who recently acquired my first horse, King, a 12-year old Paint gelding, I began my search for an approach to horsemanship that was "fit for my King!" :) Of course, the process of exploration and elimination was painful. Then online I found The Path of the Horse which of course leads me to NHE. I have indeed applied for the online Forum and eagerly await my access.<br /><br />That said, I am wondering where to start with liberty work? How do you best learn to read your horse so you stay safe? Having only ever taken riding lessons, I do confess I find myself somewhat nervous about liberty work, and yet I know it is the path I want to take with King. <br /><br />For me, this journey begs the question - what is the true nature of love? I have concluded that if you love horses, then you must do as Alexander says and partake in only those activities that enhance the well-being of your horse.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com