THE ROLE OF INTENTION AND GOAL SETTING IN HORSEMANSHIP

THE ROLE OF INTENTION AND GOAL SETTING IN HORSEMANSHIP

Introduction:
In this episode of How We Communicate, Belinda Bolsenbroek delves into the critical role that intention and goal setting play in horsemanship and horse communication. Belinda explains that having a clear intention is fundamental to effective communication and is crucial for creating a solid, trusting partnership with your horse. Whether you’re working with your horse on the ground or in the saddle, the intentions you set act as a guiding force, shaping every interaction and ensuring that both you and your horse are aligned in your efforts.

Benefits:

  • Clearer Communication: Belinda discusses how having a clear and well-defined intention allows you to communicate more effectively with your horse. Without a clear intention, communication can become muddled, leading to confusion and a lack of focus. This session helps you understand how to set both rigid and fluid intentions that suit different scenarios, ensuring that your communication with your horse is always purposeful and clear.
  • Adaptability and Responsiveness: While setting goals is important, Belinda highlights the need to remain adaptable and responsive to your horse’s changing needs and emotions. She explains that horses, much like humans, can have varying intentions or be influenced by external factors. By being present and observing your horse’s responses, you can adjust your intentions and approach, maintaining harmony and fostering a stronger bond.
  • Fulfilment in the Journey: This episode also encourages you to appreciate the process of working with your horse, rather than focusing solely on achieving specific goals. Belinda underscores the importance of finding fulfilment in the journey, allowing you and your horse to enjoy each step of your progress together. This mindset ensures that goal setting enhances the joy and satisfaction of working with your horse, rather than disrupting the balance in your partnership.
  • Alignment with Your Horse’s Nature: Belinda further explores the connection between intention, goal setting, and maintaining harmony in your relationship with your horse. She advises that your goals should be aligned with your horse’s natural abilities and personality. By setting goals that complement your horse’s nature, you create a cooperative and balanced relationship that supports your horse’s well-being and development.

Summary:
In this episode, Belinda Bolsenbroek thoroughly examines the importance of intention and goal setting in horse communication and horsemanship. She guides you through the process of establishing clear, purposeful intentions that lead to more effective communication and a stronger, more harmonious partnership with your horse. Belinda also emphasises the importance of being adaptable to your horse’s needs and finding fulfilment in the journey of horsemanship, rather than solely focusing on the end goals. This approach ensures that your goals and intentions are in harmony with your horse’s nature, leading to a more balanced, rewarding, and successful equestrian experience.

Meet your Instructor

Belinda Bolsenbroek

Belinda Bolsenbroek is an international authority on the Art of Classical Equitation in which the historic relationship between horse and human is expressed as a spiritual connection between two beings. Belinda harnesses the wisdom of the Old Masters, combines that wisdom with the science of biomechanics and shapes them both into a clear and defined practice that allows you to take your horsemanship to the next level.

Horses have stood at man’s side for over 4,000 years.They are our most noble companions and the ancient relationship of trust, honour and passion endures to this day.From the heroic war horse to the steady plough horse, our shared experience stretches back through the ages and is passed down to us through our genetic memories, our most prized ancestral gift.With Belinda’s guidance, you will discover this ancient inheritance and the pure joy that comes from a deep connection with your horse and look forward to the day when you become an ambassador, educator and an inspiration to others.

Empower yourself with Belinda as your coach - Belinda Bolsenbroek Academy.Now is the time to take the opportunity to invest in yourself, develop your skills and succeed.No matter how long you have been riding, whether you are an old hand or new to the art of horsemanship, there is always more to learn.As you gain greater insight into a topic, the more you learn, the more likely you are to recognise how much there is still to learn.

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