The Knotty Horse Massage Therapy

Horses do not close their eyes for comfort.
They close their eyes when they have decided the space is settled.

Their eyes stay open through wind and sudden noise,
through unfamiliar movement and human uncertainty.
They remain open while the world is assessed,
while nothing is taken for granted.

Then something changes.

You stop trying to shape the moment.
Your body becomes quiet without effort.
There is no demand in the space.

The sharpness leaves their gaze.
The watchfulness softens.

This is not submission.
It is discernment.

The horse has decided you do not need to be monitored.

When their eyelids lower beside you, even briefly,
that is enough.

It means attention has been released.

For an animal built for survival,
choosing not to watch
is an act of deep trust.

Be honoured the horse closes their eyes beside you.

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I am an equine massage therapist and a certified saddle fitter for all types of saddles English and western. Please contact me at 619-971-0699 for my services.
I am in San Diego and I will travel within 40 miles of my area.