Discipline isn't a dirty word. Far from it. Discipline is the one thing that separates us from chaos and anarchy. Discipline implies timing. It's the precursor to good behavior, and it never comes from bad behavior. People who associate discipline with punishment are wrong: with discipline, punishment is unnecessary.

It’s not about how much pressure you put on, it’s how good you are at taking it off.

Horses are very sensitive and perceptive. You don't have to be physical with them.

A horse can have a job and not be a slave. He can look forward to it and enjoy it. That's the same for me.

You can accomplish amazing things with this if you have a passion and you work hard - I just think it’s a cop out to say 'I wasn’t born with this, so it’s OK if I fail'. You can make up the difference with hard work and devotion.

The horse can just be a great vehicle for some people to overcome things in their life that they might not be able to overcome otherwise.

Someone might steal your childhood, but they can't steal your will. There is a point where you're given the opportunity in life to stop blaming everyone else and start taking responsibility for your life.