Love It ... or Change It

The Magic of Horsecraft

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Love It ... or Change It

The World of Horse Racing and One Man's Contribution to Change What He Doesn't Love

Paige Lockton

Nov 08, 2024

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LOVE IT. OR CHANGE IT. A concept stolen from the brilliant Karen Rohlf, that I am running with!

Join me for an interview with author Victor Bahna on what he LOVES about Thoroughbred racing ... AND, how he is changing what he DOESN'T love.

WHAT REALLY HAPPENS TO RACE HORSES WHEN THEIR CAREERS ARE OVER?

Race horses inspire awe and admiration for their magnificent athleticism, grace and strength. They are cherished for the powerful bonds they form with people. Yet, when their racing days end, some of these beautiful animals slip through the cracks enroute to a cruel fate.

In his debut novel Heliacal Star (July 29, 2024)thoroughbred owner and racing partnership leader Victor Bahna brings this little-talked-about fate to light.

We will look at what Victor loves about racing - what he doesn't - and how he is using his storytelling to CHANGE it.

Overall, with horse sport under attack, I think that it is important to give people the THRILL of what it is like to unite with 1200 pounds of galloping thoroughbred to fulfill their genetic destiny - TO OUTRUN THE WIND!

These horses LOVE to compete - sentient beings who are honed by nature, man, and God, to want to RUN, to revel in their bodies. The ultimate jocks! Victor will share stories about some of his favourite horses that reveal this.

And when they don't love it anymore, or can't do it ... What do we do with them?

How to steward them properly to save them from human greed
The value of a horse, beyond sport and ego
Advice on how to be involved as an owner and know your horse is in good hands
Advice on re-homing and re-purposing the Thoroughbred. These horses are bred and trained to expect to DO something every day. They are hardwired to RUN FIRST and ASK QUESTIONS, later. Victor can share some things to consider for first time OTTB owners, based on his own experience and a few stories.

*Horse lovers who love to read? Here is a link to Victor's book:
https://a.co/d/dUwYWNx

Take a chance,

Paige Lockton

P.S. ANYTHING is possible (together!)

Learn more and get in touch at:

www.themagicofhorsecraft.com

https://www.facebook.com/themagicofhorsecraft/

https://www.instagram.com/themagicofhorsecraft/

https://www.youtube.com/@themagicofhorsecraft

Download our freebie - Our #1 Tip to build trust with your horse: https://gift.themagicofhorsecraft.com

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:12 Victor's Journey with Horses

06:08 The Inspiration Behind the Novel

08:47 Main Characters and Plot Overview

12:40 Issues in the Horse Racing Industry

39:06 Acclimating a New Horse

40:20 Groundwork and Training Techniques

41:44 Understanding Horse Emotions

51:39 Feeding and Health Tips

54:45 Building a Strong Relationship

Discussion about this podcast

The Magic of Horsecraft

As the daughter of a veterinarian and a prodigy in international equestrian sport, it seemed like I was dipped in the Magic Sauce at birth, that allows ALL Wizards in the world of Horsecraft - no matter which discipline they practice - to connect with their horses like some kind of voo-doo Magic.

In my career as a coach, try as I might, I could NOT transmit this Magic to the beautiful 'Muggles' of the horse world (Humans not born into generations of Horsecraft who couldn’t access the ‘magic’ they were after with horses), no matter how much time and money they threw at me. Something was missing.

My father - an Equine Veterinarian and old time Horseman - argued that 'feel', or horsemanship, was something that could. not. be. taught. It was something passed down generation-to-generation that you were either born with ... or you weren't.

I say, "Neigh! Neigh!"

And who am I to argue that the Magic is teachable? That others can transform from ‘Muggle’ to Magician in the Magical art of Horsecraft and Life?

Long story short - I found out because I LOST the Magic!

Through bankruptcy, divorce, homelessness, breast cancer, chemo, radiation, and isolation during the covid 19 lockdown; I went from Magician to Muggle and I am working my way back again, day-by-day.

How did I do that? In studying the ingredients I needed to pull my life out of the shitstorm I found myself in, I developed a cool new super power. Turns out, I can find joy in a shitstorm! And YOU CAN TOO!

It also turns out that the ingredients to make the Magic Sauce for finding joy in your shitstorms ... are THE SAME ingredients needed to connect with horses like a true Wizard. Who knew?

I cracked the code! And now I am on a mission to share! Through my social media posts, podcast, workshops and courses, I aim to save YOU from the heartache of miscommunication and the pain of mechanical riding. As a bonus, this will also allow you to develop the remarkable resilience you need to thrive in the midst of chaos and to find joy in the shitstorms of your life.

Hang on to your hats folks! The Magic is learnable, practice-able and teachable. It is even MEASURABLE with a handy dandy little device that monitors your nervous system state. Pretty cool, eh?

So buckle up and keep your arms and legs inside the vehicle at all times; it's is going to be a Wilde and raucous ride! I hope you will join me as I share conversations with old friends and mentors; some of the most powerful Wizards in the World of Horsecraft who are also the most resilient bunch of humans you will find on the planet.

Take a chance,

Paige

xoxox

ANYTHING is possible (together!)

Stories to help you move from Muggle to Magician in the art of Horsecraft ... and LIFE! Join me and my peers - veritable Magicians in the world of Horsecraft - to explore what it takes to develop resilience, to overcome fear, and to connect with horses. As the daughter of a veterinarian and a prodigy in international equestrian sport, it seemed like I was dipped in the Magic Sauce at birth, that allows ALL Wizards in the world of Horsecraft - no matter which discipline they practice - to connect with their horses like some kind of voo-doo Magic. In my career as a coach, try as I might, I could NOT transmit this Magic to the beautiful 'Muggles' of the horse world (Humans not born into generations of Horsecraft who couldn’t access the ‘magic’ they were after with horses), no matter how much time and money they threw at me. Something was missing. My father - an Equine Veterinarian and old time Horseman - argued that 'feel', or horsemanship, was something that could. not. be. taught. It was something passed down generation-to-generation that you were either born with ... or you weren't. I say, "Neigh! Neigh!" And who am I to argue that the Magic is teachable? That others can transform from ‘Muggle’ to Magician in the Magical art of Horsecraft and Life? Long story short - I found out because I LOST the Magic! Through bankruptcy, divorce, homelessness, breast cancer, chemo, radiation, and isolation during the covid 19 lockdown; I went from Magician to Muggle and I am working my way back again, day-by-day. How did I do that? In studying the ingredients I needed to pull my life out of the shitstorm I found myself in, I developed a cool new super power. Turns out, I can find joy in a shitstorm! And YOU CAN TOO! It also turns out that the ingredients to make the Magic Sauce for finding joy in your shitstorms ... are THE SAME ingredients needed to connect with horses like a true Wizard. Who knew? I cracked the code! And now I am on a mission to share! Through my social media posts, podcast, workshops and courses, I aim to save YOU from the heartache of miscommunication and the pain of mechanical riding. As a bonus, this will also allow you to develop the remarkable resilience you need to thrive in the midst of chaos and to find joy in the shitstorms of your life. Hang on to your hats folks! The Magic is learnable, practice-able and teachable. It is even MEASURABLE with a handy dandy little device that monitors your nervous system state. Pretty cool, eh? So buckle up and keep your arms and legs inside the vehicle at all times; it's is going to be a Wilde and raucous ride! I hope you will join me as I share conversations with old friends and mentors; some of the most powerful Wizards in the World of Horsecraft who are also the most resilient bunch of humans you will find on the planet. Take a chance, Paige xoxox ANYTHING is possible (together!)

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