Okay, so today I wanna talk about this “mindframe horse” thing. It’s been on my mind lately, and I’ve been doing some digging and trying some stuff out.
First off, I started by just observing. I noticed that some horses are just naturally more chill than others. They’re the ones that kinda keep to themselves, don’t really like a lot of fuss. I read somewhere that these types are called “Right Brain Introverts” – sounds about right, you know? They’re the shy ones, and they don’t like being pushed.
So, I picked a horse that seemed to fit this description. A real quiet one, didn’t really engage much with the others. Then I started working with him, real slow. No sudden moves, no loud noises. Just being around him, letting him get used to me. I spent a lot of time just being in his space, not even trying to touch him at first. Just getting him comfortable with my presence.
Next, I tried some basic stuff. Like, leading him around, but giving him plenty of time to process. I repeated everything a lot. Lead a few steps, stop, let him think. Lead a few more, stop again. It was all about patience. I also made sure to give him plenty of breaks. No pressure, no rush.
- Observing: Just watching the horses and noticing their personalities.
- Selecting: Choosing a horse that fit the “Right Brain Introvert” type.
- Approaching: Slowly introducing myself to the horse, letting him get comfortable.
- Repeating: Doing things over and over, giving him time to understand.
- Resting: Making sure he had plenty of breaks and didn’t feel pressured.
And you know what? It started to work. Slowly but surely, he started opening up. He became more responsive to my cues. He even started initiating some interaction on his own. It was like he was finally trusting me. I continued this routine, building on each small success. Every time he responded positively, I made sure to give him a good scratch or a treat. Positive reinforcement, you know? It’s not a race.
It’s still a work in progress, but I’m seeing some real changes. He’s not hiding in his shell anymore. He’s more engaged, more willing to participate. It just goes to show that with these sensitive types, you gotta go at their pace. You can’t force it.
My Key Takeaways So Far
- Patience is key: You can’t rush these things. It takes time.
- Observe and adapt: Pay attention to the horse’s cues and adjust your approach accordingly.
- Positive reinforcement works wonders: Reward the behavior you want to see.
- Consistency is important: Keep at it, even when it feels like slow going.
I’m gonna keep working with this horse and see where it goes. Maybe I will find out who this horse’s owner is, like Mike Repole or something. And who knows, maybe he’ll turn out to be a real star. But even if he doesn’t, I’m learning a lot about horse behavior and about myself in the process. It’s all about the journey, right? Anyway, I’ll keep y’all updated on how it’s going. Stay tuned!
