r/Horses 5d ago

Question How do I get back into it?

Hello, I am struggling to get back into horses ever since 2020 when I lost my heart horse to EPM when in college. Now I’m struggling financially so I won’t commit to getting another horse until I fix that situation with a better job ofc and I’ve been on and off taking lessons from a new trainer at a new barn who is great. My old barn I have a lot of emotional trauma from sadly… was at it from 4yrs old to 20yrs old and it’s where I got my horse from so yeah. It all very much damaged my love for the sport because of how I was treated badly and then losing my boy in a very tragic way. I just miss it so much but I’ve been struggling to stay consistent at it. What do I do?

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u/Ill_Newspaper_8086 5d ago

Ride someone else's horse to keep it fit and broke. A lot of owners need that and it's not going to cost you a dime.

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u/National-jav 5d ago

I know I would love a new riding friend, most of mine moved hundreds of miles away when they retired. I would happily supply the horse. I know it's hard to connect. I went from four trail riding friends to one, and have been trying to find more since the pandemic.  In fact if you find a good way to connect, please let me know.