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I see you have been studying the lessons on the Uni. You need to work with this mare from the ground, controlling your breathing, being very aware of your body language & building trust. Ideally working in an arena or roundpen but if you don't have access to such facilities you can work in a corner of the field. Join up / follow up to start the relationship. Use a dually halter not a bridle - even though I assume you've used saddle & bridle to ride out. Work with her at home ( no riding out ) until you both have a basis of confidence in each other. Then, if you can, ride out with a friend who has an experienced horse so your mare has a good example to follow & equine moral support. Keep in touch & let us know how you are progressing. Cheers, Jo.
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P.S. to see the shoulder-in movement done on the ground: go to arttoride, first work in hand--u-tube. Mr Will Faeber will guide you on the how and whys..