WHITE HORSE WISDOM
Equine Assisted Learning & Coaching
If you don't know who you are, how can you know who you want to become?
ABOUT US
White Horse Wisdom Coaching offers Equine Assisted Learning and Coaching to individuals, groups, and corporate teams in the middle of Jeffersontown, Kentucky.
Monique discovered horses for the first time as a young child during a family vacation in the Netherlands. Her very first pony ride on 'Schimmeltje Sylvia' (Little Grey Horse Sylvia activated the horse gene, and from that moment on horses were meant to be in her life.
She begged her parents to take her with them to their horseback riding lessons, she took every moment she had to be close to them, even when that meant she had to pretend that the neighbor’s cows were horses!
Finally, when the family moved to the suburbs of Haarlem, she found 3 horses in box stalls just 2 minutes walking from her new home. Who would have thought that, at the same time the worst thing that could happen in her life (moving), would prove to also be the best thing in her life!
And when the horses were sold after a few years, it was as if part of her was ripped away and she swore that one day she would have her own horses.
That day came about 23 years later, when, while living in Southern California, she moved into her own house with horse facilities! The very day after she and her family moved in, they picked up Blue. The first of a few and definitely her teacher for transformation.
Monique has a different approach to horses than many others. She sees horses as beings that are sentient, with their own will, their own Soul. They are worthy of respect, love, fairness, and consideration.
As prey animals, they have a set of skills that allows them to see things we, as predators, are unaware of. Us humans live through our emotions, our feelings, our beliefs. Most of those are transparent to us - but not to the horses! And that is exactly why horses are such amazing coaches and teachers. They see right through us. When we try to hide our true emotions, expectations, and intentions they notice our incoherent state and that puzzles them, that does mean that something is off and potentially unsafe. The result is that their sympathetic nervous system is activated and they will be on high alert and keep their distance.
For the past 25 years Monique has had her own horses. They have taught her life lessons that she couldn't have learned anywhere else. Combined with her life-long search for truth and studying personal growth and development since she was in her early 20's she has a plethora of wisdom and experience to pass on. She found her life's purpose by combining horses and coaching.
Monique is a certified EAL Coach and Natural Success Coach and, together with her (or your) hoses can help you learn more about yourself, help you uncover your true nature and purpose and provide a structure and system to achieve your truest goals - the goals that are hiding in your HEART.
Imagine living the life you know deep inside is yours to live, yours to create. It is possible. But, to do so you have to understand who you truly are, what's keeping you from getting there, and how to neutralize it.
When working with Monique, you will learn that everything is structural, that 'structure is sexy' and that there is a clear path to working with that structure, to intuitively know what the next step on your journey is, so you can create and realize your dream, no, better yet, your heart's desire.
Monique can coach in person at your barn or hers, with horses or without., and even long-distance coaching through zoom can be done with horses.
Tell Tale Signs of Pain In Horses
“Let all your actions always be guided by love and responsibility towards your horse.” - Nuno Oliviera
Introduction:
Horses, majestic and stoic by nature, often do not show clear signs of pain, making it a challenge for owners and caretakers to recognize when they are suffering. After all, showing sign of weakness makes them an easy target for predators.
Understanding the subtle cues can be crucial for the timely intervention and management of any underlying issues. This concise guide aims to help equine enthusiasts identify signs of pain in horses, ensuring their well-being and health.
Here are a few signs your horse is in pain:
1. Behavioral Changes
One of the first indicators of discomfort in horses is a change in their behavior. A horse that is usually sociable and easy-going may suddenly become withdrawn or aggressive. Look out for signs such as:
Decreased Appetite: A horse that's in pain might show less interest in food.
Altered Gait: Limping or reluctance to move can indicate pain, especially in the legs or hooves.
Increased Restlessness: Continuous shifting of weight or inability to stand still are signs of discomfort.
2. Physical Signs
Physical signs of pain can sometimes be more evident but require a keen eye to spot:
Elevated Heart Rate: A persistently high heart rate can signal distress.
Sweating: Excessive sweating without a clear cause is another red flag.
Abnormal Posture: A horse trying to relieve pain may adopt unusual stances.
Lying down more than usual: This could be a sign of colic or lameness.
3. Facial Expressions
Horses also express discomfort through their facial expressions. The "pain face" includes:
Flared Nostrils: Not related to physical exertion.
Tight Lips: Indicating tension and unease.
Half-closed or Squinting Eyes: A sign of trying to mitigate pain.
Ears generally pointed back: This can show where the horse's attention is, or just an expression of general malaise.
Squinting or closed eyes: This usually happens when the eye is irritated or is painful.
4. Other Signs
Grinding teeth (Bruxism) and/or excessive drooling: This can be a sign of pain in the mouth, esophagus or other pain. It can also be a sign of anxiety.
Abnormal reaction to grooming, saddle or bit and bridle: This could indicate local pain, stomach ulcers (when girthy), or when the tongue or bars are sensitive. Refusing the bit can have many causes, but when the bit is given and removed gently, and no signs of tenderness are present on the tongue or bars it would be good to have an equine dentist come out.
Conclusion
Recognizing pain in horses is essential for their care and quality of life. By observing changes in behavior, physical signs, and facial expressions, caretakers can identify discomfort and seek veterinary assistance promptly. Awareness and timely action can make a significant difference in managing equine health and ensuring these noble animals lead comfortable lives.
~Monique Myers
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