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The Horse and the Preservation of Humanity

The Horse and the Preservation of Humanity

Finding purpose, partnership, and God in a world increasingly determined to eliminate struggle

Community & Culture, EquestrianLife, HomeEric DierksOctober 29, 2026Eric Dierks Equestrian, Equestrian Connection, Eric Dierks, equestrianlife, Healthy Riding Perspective, Dressage, USEventing, Equestrian Community, horses on a mission

Before the Aid: The Horsemanship of Observation

Before the Aid: The Horsemanship of Observation

Good horsemanship does not begin with action.

It begins with attention.

What is “IT”?

What is “IT”?

“It” isn’t found by trying harder.

It appears through feel, timing, and letting go-

the moment partnership replaces control.

Home, Community & Culture, Teaching, CoachingEric DierksJanuary 27, 2026Equestrian, Equestrian Community, Grounded Horsemanship, Equestrian Connection, Eric Dierks Equestrian, horsemanship, dressage, eventing, equestrianlife