Article: Every interaction that you have with your horse in an opportunity to teach her something. Make the most of these moments and stay safe by following some basic rules for safety around your horse. Never stand or walk directly behind or in front of your horse. When working with your horse's head, stand on your horse's left side at an angle from her head. Talk to your horse and touch her body as you move out of her field of vision. When you need to do something with your horse's hoof, bend over rather than crouching down. Your horse will not be able to learn a new trick or command in just one day. To teach your horse new things, you will have to take it one step at a time. Break the training goal that you have for your horse into smaller goals and work towards those goals one at a time. For example, if you want to teach your horse to bow, start by teaching her how to follow a target with her nose first. Trying to teach your horse or dealing with misbehavior can be aggravating, but you need to keep calm. Your horse may become frightened or frustrated if you seem angry or upset, so it is very important for you to remain calm and positive even if your horse is not responding well to what you are trying to teach her. Never yell or use a high-pitched voice around your horse or you may frighten her. Instead, speak to your horse in a soft, low tone voice to help keep her calm and responding to your instructions. Make sure that you acknowledge your horse's accomplishments by using positive reinforcement when she does what you have asked. Treats are the most common form of positive reinforcement. Positive reinforcement will help your horse understand that she is on the right track. Applying gentle pressure with the reins or using a gentle whip tap can be used as negative reinforcement. Continue to apply the negative reinforcement until your horse does what you have asked. Make sure that you do not use any type of negative reinforcement that frightens or hurts your horse. The negative reinforcement should not be frightening or painful, just annoying. If your horse is not comfortable, then she may be distracted when you try to give commands. Make sure that your horse's saddle is fitted to her body and that the quality is high enough to prevent her from getting sores. Using padding under a cheap saddle will not solve the problem, your horse will still be uncomfortable. Expect to spend upwards of $500 for a good quality saddle. If you have more than one horse, you may need a different saddle for each one.
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Follow basic rules for safety when training your horse. Go slow. Be patient with your horse. Talk to your horse in a soft, low tone voice. Use positive reinforcement. Use negative reinforcement. Use a good quality saddle when you ride your horse to get the most out of your training session.
Article: You probably have some fears or concerns that are bothering you, which is normal. Open up to a friend or family member about how you feel. Then, get their advice or ask them to just comfort you. You might say, "I'm worried about who will care for my dogs after I pass? Do you have any advice?" or "I'm afraid that I'll have to go back to the hospital. Is it okay if I just vent a little?" You might have trouble accepting your medical diagnosis or the idea of dying. This is totally okay, and a counselor can help. Look for a therapist who's experienced with end-of-life issues or ask your doctor for a referral. If you're getting palliative care, you might already have a therapist on your team. Talk to them if you need counseling. Your therapy appointments might be covered by insurance, so check your benefits. It's normal to question your faith or worry about the afterlife. Reach out to your spiritual or religious community to talk about the big questions and make peace with your faith. A spiritual leader can provide answers, fellowship, and comfort. Consider inviting more than 1 spiritual leader to visit you so you can see them more often. If you're estranged from your faith, ask about making amends and getting right according to your beliefs. You might be in a lot of pain right now, but suicide isn't a solution. You may not be able to see your other options in this moment, but there is hope. Talk to someone you trust, check into a hospital, or call a suicide hotline for help. If you're thinking about suicide and need immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK. If you're in a different country, please call your nation's suicide prevention hotline. Things will get better!
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Talk to someone you trust about how you feel if you're upset. Work with a counselor or therapist if you're struggling with acceptance. Ask your spiritual leader to visit you at least once a week. Don't end your life prematurely.
Article: The classic way to wear a trucker hat is facing forward and fitted to the head. This is an easy, comfortable position that can give off an intelligent, laid-back vibe when worn with the right outfit. Try wearing black fitted pants, a white v-neck, and a jean jacket with your forward-facing trucker hat to achieve this look. If you wear your hat straight backwards, it might look a little retro-gone-wrong. Avoid this fashion faux-pas and go for a much cooler look by placing the back of the hat just above your hairline and allowing the bill to point downward behind you. If you like to be more daring with your fashion choices, put your hat on so that it's facing forward with the bill coming out from your upper forehead horizontally. Then, lift the bill up so that it moves from your forehead to just past your hairline and is about halfway between horizontal and vertical. This makes for a fashionable European-inspired look. While wearing billed hats sideways was somewhat acceptable during the 1990's, it's no longer a trend. Go with a forward-facing or rear-facing position instead if you want to be stylish.
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Wear it naturally facing forward for a smart, casual look. Wear it backwards and pointed down to give off a cool vibe. Pull the bill up to get a bold, trendy look. Avoid wearing your hat sideways.