Art brings us into the present. This is a language horses understand

110 Days of The Australian Brumby Challenge

I was incredibly privileged to join an amazing cast and crew in the making of Take My Hand as Laura's riding double.

If a horse can’t perform a behaviour at liberty, they may not truly understand it. Liberty work isn’t just a test of training, it’s the foundation of trust, clear communication, and emotional clarity for both horse and human.

Every complex behaviour is just a combination of easier behaviours learned

Thirty years in, life has taught me a lot about purpose, presence, and what it truly means to live fully. Here are the lessons I’ll be carrying with me into the next chapter.

Ten years ago, I met a young horse who had no idea what he was in for, and neither did I. What followed was a decade of growth and adventures with a soul who changed my life in ways I never saw coming.

Instead of "What can my horse do for me?"

Think, "What can I do for my horse?

How can I help them live a better life with me?"

So much of the magic we seek with horses is already there, hidden in the tiniest details, waiting for us to slow down enough to notice.

Before expecting your horse to feel calm and confident, you must first address your own fears and insecurities- step by step, just like you would with your horse.

Training a horse isn’t just about teaching them, it’s about transforming ourselves. When you let go of frustration and lean into presence, the process becomes less like work, and more like meditation.

New information will splash over the mind while learning, then sink in overnight.

Whether you’re flying a hang glider or riding a horse, the key to guidance lies in the subtle art of doing less, and in turn, feeling more.

To be a part of a herd..