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Let's talk about FEAR

Let's talk about FEARby: Francine BurghoornPublished on: 15/09/2025

Fear isn’t weakness — it’s information. In this post, I explore how fear shows up in us and our horses, and how listening to it can deepen trust and connection.

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Let's talk about FEAR

Why Slowing Down Can Get You Further with Your Horse

Why Slowing Down Can Get You Further with Your Horseby: Francine BurghoornPublished on: 18/08/2025

A tangled fence, a stubborn mare, and a hot afternoon — how pausing, regulating, and adapting led to trust and calm instead of stress.

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Why Slowing Down Can Get You Further with Your Horse

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Creating Calmness with your Horse in 5 Easy Steps.

A calming, practical starting point for horse lovers who want more ease, trust and true partnership - without force, formulas, or rushing.This guide will help you slow down, listen more deeply, and begin to rebuild your connection from the inside out- one soft step at a time.

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