Hanna Engström, why do we need more acceptance?

Join us as we explore the profound connection between humans and
horses, and why genuine understanding always begins with
acceptance. In this episode, I reflect with my dear friend Hanna
Engström on the importance of seeing both ourselves and our horses
as they truly are—without judgement, unrealistic expectations or
artificial limitations. Together, we discuss how emotional
intelligence, body awareness and functional movement shape not only
our training, but also the relationships we build with our horses.
In this podcast: - Why acceptance is the foundation of meaningful
progress - The role of emotional intelligence and body awareness in
horsemanship - Understanding biomechanics and functional movement
beyond technique - Why respecting physical and emotional limits
leads to healthier horses - The balance between science, tradition
and self-reflection - How patience, honesty and humility shape
better training decisions A thoughtful conversation about
authenticity, ethical horsemanship and the lifelong process of
learning. Because true harmony is not created by striving for
perfection, but by understanding the horse in front of us—and
ourselves along the way.