Get Grounded Equine

In the evolution of my approach with training, I see the steps that walked me away from anthropocentrism. I no longer seek end goals where it is just me at the center and the horse is tethered circling around my whims.
Even though often presented as altruistic, emphasis on manipulation of the body of another has become distasteful. I want to understand the mental, physical, emotional parts of the horse so I can effectively enhance their lives, and not diminish.
With an anthropocentric perspective, within the realm of challenges or tasks, the obstacle is designed to test the willingness and ability of a horse to perform according to the direction of a human. I now see ‘the obstacle’ is a space where collective interest and engagement can take place. Instead of dictation, it is conversation and creating well being for each other.