In a herd of horses, leadership is shared. The lead mare sets the direction and pace of the herd. The lead stallion keeps the herd together and protects it from predators. Each member of the herd has a role in protecting the health of the herd. All of the horses in the herd contribute to the socialization of new or young members, teaching them what behaviors are acceptable and correcting those who behave in ways that could compromise the health of the herd. The ever-present goals of herd leadership are health, harmony, and unity. By engaging with horses, participants will learn how to remain calm and confident in the face of change, build trusting relationships, and communicate with authenticity. One of the most powerful ways to improve leadership capacity is to create safe practice fields for learning and experimentation. TeachingHorse gives participants an opportunity to: Develop a common language for shared leadership during times of complexity and uncertainty Learn how to leverage collective attention to enhance agility Practice providing clear, aligned direction with focused energy Increase confidence through congruent expression of authentic leadership
Note: All of the activities with the horses take place with people on the ground. No riding will occur, and no horse experience is necessary.
Made with FlippingBook - Online catalogs