Barbara J. Hardman“My horse is brave.” But what does that actually mean?
This is about the psychology behind that feeling; how fear, adrenaline, and community shape the way we talk about our horses, and why debates around fox hunting in Ireland are missing something really important: the human experience of equestrians.
If you care about horses, community, or just want to understand this conversation better.
https://www.brighthorse.ie/blog/bravery/
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'My horse is brave.' But what does that actually mean?
Why do horse riders say their horse was 'brave'? This essay explores the psychology behind that language, the emotional bond between rider and horse, and why debates around fox hunting in Ireland often miss the lived reality of the equestrian community. Written ahead of a protest outside the Dáil, it calls for a more honest conversation about horses, community, bravery, and the need for safe riding infrastructure such as bridleways.
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