You are the ultimate decision maker for your horse's health care!
Do you feel confident asking questions or disagreeing with the opinion's of your horse care professionals?

If you don't, you'll want to read on...

It is imperative that we, as caregiver's, accept the responsibility of knowing as much as we can about the specifics of our horse's care so that we can be the advocate they need.  Here are a few ways that you can improve your own knowledge and skills, so that you too can be the confident caregiver you choose to be!

Continue to learn by reading, asking questions and joining groups that offer information you align with!  
There is so much information out there at our finger tips that it really only takes some initiative and a bit of time to read, watch videos and learn!  I've created just such a community where you can learn about a variety of holistic care options for helping your horses.  There are posts to read, videos with demonstrations and even interviews with holistic care professionals.   If you're not already in it, I think you might enjoy The Hearts of Horses, Empowering Through Holistic Care.


Listen to your brains... both your gut and your heart!   
That nagging feeling in the pit of your stomach every time you look at your horses feet because you feel something is wrong... means that there is something wrong!  Maybe you can't put your finger on exactly what the problem is, maybe you need to learn a bit more about the foot, perhaps you just need to hear a new perspective.  Whatever it is, listen to that feeling and do  something about it!  If it's hooves, do the free workshop in my group!  Or if you're really serious and want to start trimming your own, find my course here.   Do you need ideas as to why your horse is so itchy?  Check the guides for that topic too.  There are over 40 guide topics on holistic care for your horses in the group The Hearts of Horses, Empowering Through Holistic Care.

Look for professionals who align with your beliefs on how to care for your horses.  
It may be a bit harder and even take some time, but finding the right professionals to work with will make your horse's (and your) life so much better.  Better because you'll be on the same page.  Better because you will trust this person and will be able to have an open conversation  and discussion with them about your horse's care.  Finding professionals who have a similar vision of care for your horses will be your goal.

Have the confidence to question your horse's care professionals if you do not agree!
When you are faced with a situation with your professional, where you have that feeling in the pit of your stomach that says, "this is not right"... be respectful yet firm in letting them know that you do not agree and will be seeking out more information.  It is ok to get second opinions!  People do it all the time for their own health.   Remember YOU are the ultimate decision maker for your horse.

Know that it is ok to say NO to your professional if you do not agree... and be ready to let them go!
Perhaps you are being told, by the professional, that he/she needs to do a particular protocol.  You listen to your heart and don't agree with it.  So you say NO!  Hopefully they will respect your wishes but if they don't, stand firm.  Saying no may mean you may lose them as a professional.  Be prepared for this.  You will then need to search for one who is more aligned with your own beliefs.

Accepting everything your professional says as gospel will only lead to disappointment. Stand up and empower yourself!  Join the The Hearts of Horses, Empowering Through Holistic Care today!

All the best,
Marta







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Get Strong, Vibrant and Intentional

 
Do you ever hit that energy slump at 2:00 or 3:00 o'clock in the afternoon?  DO you lack the ambition to carry on throughout the day, like you feel there is nothing left in your tank and you're just running on fumes? 
  
That used to be me...Every. Single. Day.

It got so frustrating not being able to get done all the things I needed to each day.  It was the simple things too, like fixing supper for my family.  At the time, being a farrier for horses meant heavy lifting and hard, repetitive movements hour after hour and by 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon I was feeling wiped.  My arms felt heavy, I was dragging my feet and I was cranky and moody.  It didn't take much for me to snap at someone who tried to talk to me.

But then, I was given the opportunity to try a special juice for a 30 day period.  I purchased two bottles and proceeded to drink the juice daily.  Within the first week I felt better!  I had more energy, felt happier and enjoyed working into the afternoon.  On really busy days (trimming 8-10 horses) I would have some juice with lunch too.  I noticed it made me feel more full and focused!  As I went through the month drinking the juice, I felt strong, energized, grounded and able to happily go through my day.  It wasn't until the month was over, and the juice was gone, that within a couple of days I was feeling like my old, dragged out self.  I knew then that I needed to add this drink to my life. Permanently!

I've since learned to use this juice, along with other strategies, to benefit the wellness of my animals.  It is now my great joy in life to empower others to care for their animals in an holistic way in order to benefit them mentally, emotionally and physically.

Are you ready to live your best life with your animals?  
   Where you can both be strong, vibrant, and intentional... together!

Join me on this journey...


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