When To Let A Horse Go: To Another Owner, Retirement, or the Great Beyond
In this engaging conversation on the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie explore the themes of trusting the process, the importance of energy and intention in life, and the dynamics of horse ownership. They share personal stories about their experiences with horses, the emotional lives of these animals, and the significance of connection and communication in building relationships with them. The discussion also delves into the challenges of making decisions regarding horse care, the role of personality in horse selection, and the power of self-reflection and writing in navigating life's complexities. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of empathy and understanding in both horse care and personal relationships, while also planning for future fun and community engagement.TakeawaysTrust the process and be open to the journey.Energy and intention shape our experiences.Returning to riding can be a personal journey of rediscovery.Understanding horse behavior is key to effective communication.Connection with horses is essential for a fulfilling relationship.Decisions about horse ownership should consider the horse's needs.Empathy plays a crucial role in horse care and relationships.Personality influences the fit between horse and rider.Writing can help clarify thoughts and feelings.Building a supportive community enhances the equestrian experience.Keywords trusting the process, energy, intention, horse behavior, connection, horse ownership, empathy, personality, writing, community, decision making, reflectionChapters00:00Trusting the Process: A Disney Adventure03:08Energy and Intent: Creating Your Reality06:01Returning to Riding: A Journey of Confidence08:59Understanding Your Horse: Signs of Change12:03Riding in the Dark: Safety and Confidence15:02The Importance of Routine: Observing Behavior18:00The Cat Chronicles: Lessons in Care and Attention20:59Deciding on Retirement: Knowing When to Let Go27:04Building Connections with Horses30:18Understanding Horse and Rider Compatibility36:06When to Let Go of a Horse41:47The Importance of Empathy in Horse Care46:56Finding Peace in the Horse Community
On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie have a great time talking about whether barn owners should charge a service fee to providers or boarders, Heather actually gets on a horse (it's a big deal this year) and gets hurt all in one week. We're also getting ready for Equine Affaire, Massachusetts where we'll have a booth in the Better Living Center 610 and will be hosting a podcast meet up Friday and Saturday at 5PM. While you're there, make sure to get signed books and buy exclusive merchandise! Links:www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.comInstagram @adultingwithhorsespodcastTwitter @AdultingHorsesFacebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcastThank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the show! Also, it’s a great place to meet other horse crazy women. Thanks and see you next time! If you like what you hear but want a little more, become a Patreon member for extra bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content with video, and more! https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast
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The Myth of Balance and Getting Back into Riding After a Break
On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert discuss the myth of balance in the horse world. Does balance really exist amongst work, family, and horses? We also address how to get back into riding after a break, the best way to restart physically and mentally, and much, much more! Links:www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.comInstagram @adultingwithhorsespodcastTwitter @AdultingHorsesFacebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcastThank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the show! Also, it’s a great place to meet other horse crazy women. Thanks and see you next time! If you like what you hear but want a little more, become a Patreon member for extra bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content with video, and more! https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast
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Horse Show Nemesis
It's great to be back! Well, if not in the saddle then at least in the studio. Heather is back from hermit mode as she finalizes her divorce and finds a place to live. So thank you for your patience while we went a tad dark over the summer! On this episode of the Adulting with Horses Podcast, we make a plan to unite our horse girl fandom, aka equestrian community, and plot our first solo booth at Equine Affaire Massachusetts this November. Want to trade buttons anyone? We also discuss Heather's horse show nemesis, and the importance of taking a mental or physical break from horses when you need to. Remember, adulting is hard and horses should be fun! Make sure to subscribe to us on your player of choice so you never miss an episode. Links:www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.comInstagram @adultingwithhorsespodcastTwitter @AdultingHorsesFacebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcastThank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the show! Also, it’s a great place to meet other horse crazy women. Thanks and see you next time! If you like what you hear but want a little more, become a Patreon member for extra bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content with video, and more! https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast
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The Book Barn: Real Horses that Inspire Fiction
Welcome to our first special episode of Adulting with Horses: The Book Barn! As equine authors, Natalie Keller Reinert and Heather Wallace are focusing on books one episode per month in a special series the second Friday of each month. On this episode of The Book Barn, they discuss the horses that inspire the characters in their books, both fiction and non-fiction. Join them for a behind the scenes look on how and why they write horse books! Links:www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.comInstagram @adultingwithhorsespodcastTwitter @AdultingHorsesFacebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcastThank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the show! Also, it’s a great place to meet other horse crazy women. Thanks and see you next time! If you like what you hear but want a little more, become a Patreon member for extra bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes content with video, and more! https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast
Welcome to Adulting with Horses, the podcast for weird horse girls and the only place to be if you can’t be at the barn! This pop culture podcast is for adult equestrians who like to pretend they have other interests besides horses and enjoy a good laugh. Join co-hosts and authors Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert as they have a great time talking about all things popular in the horse world. Let’s get a little weird.
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