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Written by heather
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Tuesday, 10 June 2008 |
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[N.B. This is a blog entry that I published so Everyone could see it. Registered users and unregistered users will be able to read this entry.]
This month has been so incredibly busy, but then again, just like all the others. I've had work travel and work and everything else in between to keep me hopping. I also decided to take the plunge and sign up for a clinic and schooling show (yay!). However, now they seem to be coming really, really fast. All of this activity makes it a real challenge sometimes to stay focused during my rides which of course shows up immediately as a disconnected ride.
So, rather than worry too much about it, tonight I tried to remember some of the helpful comments from past lessons and from clinics. One phrase in particular that came to mind tonight I heard in an online video from one of those online dressage training sites. Unfortunately I can't remember which trainer made this comment. It was "Express in the saddle what you want your ride to be." It might sound a little fruity at first, but in fact, really makes sense to me. The quote suggests that it's up to the rider to determine how the ride goes and to really be in charge of his or her riding. The quote also reminds me to take the time to focus on the ride. So, between fleeting thoughts of deadlines, projects, and upcoming shows and clinics (!), I tried to remember to take responsibility for riding with purpose and with care and precision. The ride wasn't perfect, of course, but it was very satisfying overall.
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