• Nature in Horsemanship

  • Discovering Harmony Through Principles of Aikido
  • By: Mark Rashid
  • Narrated by: Matt Patterson
  • Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (319 ratings)

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Nature in Horsemanship

By: Mark Rashid
Narrated by: Matt Patterson
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The popular and highly respected horse trainer Mark Rashid brings together Western and Eastern philosophies to demonstrate a seamless new incarnation of horse training. After years of helping "difficult" horses, Mark Rashid understands how to build the foundation of a horse's training and resolve any problems encountered along the way. He explains how he allows the traditionally firm or assertive approach of the old Western style to take some lessons from the softer conflict resolution and ego reduction approach that the Japanese martial art of aikido teaches. Rashid's ultimate goal is harmony between horse and rider.

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So enjoyable I read it twice!

This book brings a unique perspective to horsemanship. I like the application of Akido philosophy to interacting with horses.

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Amazing book

I have been reading and rereading Mark Rashid's books for years. This book explains some basic points about life and horses from the perspective of Aikido. It is well written, interesting, insightful, and unusual. Very well done.

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The relationship is clear

He gives new understanding to some issues, I don’t think most give any thought to at all this is the second book of his I have really enjoyed and I now find myself thinking I’d like to go to one of his clinics. He is honest and practical and understands things on a level most don’t.

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Narrator was bad

It was hard to listen to. The narrator was very mono-tonal and boring. I struggled to get through it.

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Love this book!

Fantastic content, excellent voice work. So many new and old concepts made easier to understand.

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A Good Read

As usual Mark Rashid has wonderful tidbits and stories to share. His horsemanship and experiences are so helpful along this horsemanship journey. His explanation about communication and space are relevant to horses, and people and everyday life.
Great information.
The narrator could use a little more enthusiasm when reading. Couldn't listen when driving, because his cadence makes me sleepy.😉

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Good information

I am new to “natural horsemanship “ but I found good value in the stories and ideas from Mark Rashid. The narrator was easy to listen to - without quirky pronunciations yet with clear enunciation.

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On my way

wonderful and has given me much to consider..Consider the horse has been my way..now I'm really on my way

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Enjoyed story

I really liked it. it was a great story. Mark Rashid is an amazing horseman

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Great book!

Every horsewoman/man should listen to this book. How to make a better connection with your horse.

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