Riding lessons for life #4

Control- letting go of it!

Many people have the wrong idea about the relationship between horse and rider. A lot of people like to think that the rider “controls” the horse. While the rider does make decisions and then gives horse signals, there  is a lot more to it.

I like to think of riding as a partnership - horse and rider being in constant communication with one another.  For some people giving up their sense of complete control and dictating each step of the horse Read more

What the Bleep do we Know?

This past weekend I watched “What the Bleep do we Know?” for the first time. It was the most thought provoking and positive film I’d seen in a long time and wanted to share it with all of you. I encourage all of you to see it!

The film focuses primarily on the theme that the universe is best seen as constructed from thoughts rather than from substance and therefore, we create our own reality. The documentary is done in a very innovative way as a blend of dramatic film, animation and comedy, while presenting a combination of Quantum Physics, Spirituality, Neurology and Evolutionary thought. Read more

Video: The Beatles “Doctor Robert”

Watch the short video below where the Beatles sing the song “Dr. Robert”.

Sharing a few musings about Italy

Ciao! Just wanted to share a few musings I had regarding my recent trip to Italy with Dr. Rob and our dear friend, Rachel Harms.

First, is BEAUTY. It is known that Italians know how to appreciate the beauty of life and that is obvious when you are there! Everywhere, and I do mean that literally, you could find beauty. Every tiny detail in every nook and cranny is so beautiful its hard to take it all in.  Read more

A Sunday fox hunt

We sat quietly on our mounts while the hunt master blessed the hounds as the autumn sun peaked over the vibrant hills. The momentary stillness was deceiving. In just a matter of moments the hounds would be Read more

Goals to dreams, my response

I was recently asked what the difference between a dream and a goal was, to define each, and to give examples of each. Here is my response. I encourage all of you to do this positive excerise with your friends. Enjoy! Read more

The Shack’s message of unconditional love

The Shack by William P. Young asks readers to face many difficult spiritual questions. While this book is strongly Christian based, as three of the main characters are The Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, readers from any faith or belief system can appreciate the messages and issues addressed by Young. Read more

Riding lessons for life #3

Training a large, strong animal like a horse can be a seemingly intimidating task. You quickly learn, however, that when a young horse becomes frightened, confused, or frustrated that you can’t fight them. Read more

Riding lessons for life #2

On a recent trip to compete in a horse show in Virginia, I was able to train my young horse to jump with my friend coaching us. He said something to me about riding the youngster that was completely applicable to life outside of horses. Read more

Claire Affleck Training almost 1 year old!

Claire Affleck Training is approaching its one year anniversary, Claire purchased it last September 20th.
It has been a busy and exciting year to say the least! Read more

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