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.
Buck BrannamanDon't be a victim. Be busy with your horse so you stay out of trouble - otherwise, trouble will come and find youโ, Brannaman would say. โBe assertive but don't be aggressive, if you are aggressive you'll make the horse flighty. The horse needs perimeters like anyone else. Give them guidance, support, rules. The same rules. Don't change the game. Don't let them have excuses just cause of their past. And love them.
Buck BrannamanI often tell people in the clinics, the human possesses the one thing that means more to the horse than anything in the world, and that is peace and comfort.
Buck BrannamanA lot of times, rather than helping people with horse problems, I'm helping horses with people problems.
Buck BrannamanMy daughter's all grown up now compared to what she was, but I used to say, Iโve got to have my horse to where if sheโs leading my horse somewhere, and sheโs got a big armload of Barbies and drops something out of her hand, that son of a buck ought to stop and respect her while sheโs gathering up all her dolls and not to walk on her or take advantage of her. And if Iโve done my work right, by gosh, thatโs what theyโll do.
Buck Brannaman