Most human-horse relationships lack one crucial key element. The vitally important key in these relationships is trust. In a horse-rider relationship, “distrust is widespread and common…” S2: (franz). When the key element of trust has neither been established nor implemented, a horse will do one or all of the following: "...lean to brace, resist, ignore or explode, run away, and avoid everything at all." name of distrust » S2: (Franz). The whole conflict of distrust stems from a weakness. Many people tend to conclude that it is the horse but, “just like our horses, we all have some weakness (or several weaknesses) in our ability to ride or train” S2: (franz). Many runners need to recognize their weaknesses and address problems appropriately. If a person is a very accomplished rider or trainer, they still have weaknesses. The best rider may possess “…physical, mental and/or emotional weakness…” S2: (franz). However, there are many solutions to resolve these weakness-related issues. Some of these solutions include communicating more precisely, setting healthy boundaries, remaining open and receptive to your horse and his unique personality, and remaining involved in all aspects of your equine companion's life. We can “sometimes have an unhealthy relationship with our horse”. so much so that it is impossible to fix alone, or in some cases it can become so extreme that it would be in the best interests of horse and rider to separate completely, but no one wants that S2: (franz). There are a significant number of people who do not wish to completely part with or get rid of their horses. Therefore “…the only way to repair our own lost confidence is to work to earn the horse's confidence…” S2: (Franz)....... middle of article ......lie and establish These concepts are not easy and neither is communicating with a horse, but abandoning or throwing a horse aside should not be a readily available option. “If you have difficulty successfully communicating your limits to the horse, stay open to trying alternative means” S2: (Franz). This would build trust. In conclusion, no matter what happens with your horse, gain trust first and foremost! Riders have been quoted claiming their horse was bad, when in reality no trust was established between horse and rider. So when a rider can truly communicate with a horse, trust comes pretty quickly. Second, horses need and deserve limits. These two factors, when performed and taught correctly, will result in a thriving relationship between horse and rider..