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In The Presence of Horses Blog

A deeper look at horse behavior, human presence, and the patterns that emerge when two nervous systems meet. Where observation, science, and lived experience illuminate the horse human relationship.

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In The Presence of Horses Blog

A deeper look at horse behavior, human presence, and the patterns that emerge when two nervous systems meet. Where observation, science, and lived experience illuminate the horse human relationship.

The Science Behind Soundness and Longevity in Horses

The Science Behind Soundness and Longevity in Horsesby: Amanda HeldPublished on: 13/05/2025

Learn why starting horses under saddle too young can harm long-term soundness. This science-backed guide explains skeletal maturity, growth plates, joint health, and why delaying training improves horse longevity, performance, and overall well-being.

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The Science Behind Soundness and Longevity in Horses

Your Horse is Reading Your Mind: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Relationship

Your Horse is Reading Your Mind: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Relationshipby: Amanda HeldPublished on: 30/04/2025

Learn how your mindset influences horse behavior and the horse human connection. Discover how the Law of Mentalism, expectation, and emotional presence shape communication with your horse and why your thoughts can transform trust, softness, and partnership.

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Your Horse is Reading Your Mind: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Relationship

The Power of Alignment in Connection

The Power of Alignment in Connectionby: Amanda HeldPublished on: 14/04/2025

Horse behavior often reflects the emotional state of the rider. Learn how your internal alignment, energy, and awareness influence the horse human connection and why many training challenges begin with the human, not the horse.

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The Power of Alignment in Connection

The Dance of Balance in Life, Relationships, and the Horse-Human Connection

The Dance of Balance in Life, Relationships, and the Horse-Human Connectionby: Amanda HeldPublished on: 27/03/2025

Discover how the natural law of polarity shapes your horse human connection. Learn how masculine and feminine energy, emotional balance, and self awareness influence horse behavior and communication, helping you create deeper trust and harmony with your horse.

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The Dance of Balance in Life, Relationships, and the Horse-Human Connection