I didn't write this in my last post but I should. I'm feeling much calmer when working with Chance. I'm not really sure why, it could be the new approach to my fear - approach, retreat until I feel okay. Whatever the reason I am grateful. I can see and feel the progress we are making, even with the little things. And my calmness is having a wonderful effect with Chance.
Jaye pointed out the other day that Chance wasn't following my feel, but following me kind of like he would another horse. This was a huge thing for us. I'm not sure why I wasn't aware of this, although I was very aware of him getting in my space and having difficulty with boundaries. I was waiting until he was already in my space before doing something about it. And what I was doing wasn't always working. Now things are very different. I am aware of so much more now, and making small corrections when they are needed which means that the big corrections are becoming less and less. I'm much more careful and aware of how I ask him to do something, trying so hard to be clear. I've got lots more work to do to continue to improve on my horsemanship, but I think he is starting to appreciate the small changes I'm offering him!
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