I got mad this morning. I mean, I was really angry. My neighbor tried to steal my breakfast, a big fat fly bit me hard on the rump, and it started getting hot really early. I was so irritated I wanted to reach out and bite someone. HARD.
Have you ever had a day like that? Why is it that we sometimes want to hurt others when we’re hurting?
It’s a natural thing. We act this way when we’re looking for a way to release the uncomfortable pent up energy we have in our bodies. Dumping it on someone else works a little, but it’s not the best way to release your negative feelings. Plus, it causes problems for someone else. That’s just not fair.
So, what can you do instead? Well, if you’re a horse, you RUN. You spend that energy running as fast as you can. Throw in a few bucks and kicks too! Of course you need some turnout to do that, so hopefully you’re either in a pasture or your person turns you out where you can stretch your legs freely for a few minutes each day.
If you’re a person, get up and MOVE. Take a long walk and add in a few fast sprints now and then. If you’re in an office, find a reason to visit the farthest part of the building. Or take a break and walk with energy and purpose outdoors. Figure out a way to just MOVE!
We all need exercise, but we need it as much for our minds as our bodies.
Can you come out to the barn? We can move and release our pent up energy together!
Love, Moshi
Jane Savoie
1174 Hill St ext.
Berlin, VT 05602
Tags: dressage, equestrian disciplines, Horse Training, horse-back riding, Jane Savoie
