06/06/2026
Thoughts on a Saturday 💭
— what if your family or friend came up and expressed:
This relationship is draining me financially."
"It stresses me out every single day."
"It's affecting my family, my peace, and my happiness."
"I cry about it constantly."
"I keep hoping things will change, but they never do."
You'd probably tell her she was in a toxic relationship.
Yet when the relationship is with a horse, we often convince ourselves to keep hanging on.
And before anyone gets upset, I'm not talking about horses that simply need time, training, patience, or understanding. Every good horse will challenge us at some point.
I'm talking about the horse that has become a constant source of stress, anxiety, financial strain, and heartache.
The horse that has taken the joy out of something you once loved.
The horse you dreamed about.
The horse you sacrificed for.
The horse you worked extra hours to afford.
The horse you've convinced yourself you have to keep because you've invested too much time, money, and emotion to walk away.
But sometimes we're not holding onto a dream.
Sometimes we're holding onto a mistake.
And just like any unhealthy relationship, there are times when the healthiest thing you can do is let go.
Not because you're weak.
Not because you've failed.
Not because the horse is bad.
But because your well-being matters too.
Horses are meant to bring joy, fulfillment, and connection into our lives—not consume us with constant worry and unhappiness.
Sometimes the horse isn't wrong.
Sometimes you're not wrong.
Sometimes it's simply the wrong match.
And there's no shame in stepping away from something that's stealing the joy from a blessing you once prayed for.
The right horse-human partnership should bring out the best in both.
Don't settle for a relationship that leaves you miserable when there may be a much better fit waiting for both of you. ❤️
So I had this situation and made the decision to move the said horse, best decision ever 🙌🏻 went on to an amazing home and now less mental stress. 🩷
