Hi everyone, We have another coffee chat tomorrow at 11am UK time. Come and join me for a brew and a chat. No agenda, just vibes 🙏

Does anyone else get into a spiral where they get frustrated with their animal and then afterwards consumed by guilt for it? I rode Mr Kipps on Weds for the first time in a while and he froze and refused to move before we'd left the yard. He has done this before and I'm usually patient and gentle. But because of my grief this week my threshold was lower and I got frustrated with him. Usually I would use positive reinforcement but I did a single rein turn until he moved forward, and then I felt TERRIBLE for it 🫠 We ended up having a nice ride and I did feel better by the end. I realised I was putting my expectations onto the ride. I had had a difficult week and I wanted a nice ride - I pushed his feelings/apprehension aside for my own needs. Not only that, he was probably feeling insecure because he could sense my emotions. How many of us have done this with our dogs walks? I just want to have a nice relaxing stroll but my dog has other ideas 💡 It's important to remember we are human and we are also part of this relationship. The human animal bond involves two nervous systems having a dialogue together. I will be going to ride tomorrow and repenting for my lack of patience earlier in the week. I'll let you know how it goes!

Hi everyone, I'm going to be taking this week off as I'm saying goodbye to my nanny today. I've moved the Q&A call to next Tuesday at 5pm and I've cancelled this Sunday's coffee chat x

I really feel like Nelly and I are on the same page this week. He keeps choosing to be near me which he usually would only do when he's sick. But he's fit and healthy, just enjoying cuddles with his mum who's working hard to keep her nervous system regulated. When you're calm, they are too 🥰

I'm thinking about other types of calls we can have in this group. One idea I had was a Q&A session where you can message me questions and I can answer them during the call. You can either attend live or (I think) I can record the call. Would you be interested in this? What times are good for everyone? (UK time, I realise we have some people in Vietnam too) I'll be looking to get some guest speakers in soon too!