How common is it to have a human speak Equus without having even heard about it? My mom did that with a horse that had a severe human problem, showcased by biting, when I was 12 or 13. She just stood with her back to his stall, and he adored her...to the point his owner told her to keep away from him.
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Ha-ha, some people are just naturals, knowing instinctively what to do. Some just connect with a certain animal like you were on the same wave length. I so envy them! ;)
I think a great deal can be natural, BUT it really helps to have someone like Monty who is a wonderful teacher to be able to EXPLAIN why something you do naturally works, Thats the tricky bit & learning to analyse & break down your own body movements to the reactions you get from your horse is the most essential lesson of all in both your riding & handling.
as Monty says, if it's not working change it!
Shame the owner of the horse your mum helped was jelous instead of learning the lesson!