Why We Need People Like Thea – And Why It’s Time to Let Go of the Negativity!
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Why We Need People Like Thea – And Why It’s Time to Let Go of the Negativity
In a world where online opinions are constant and often cruel, it’s easy to forget the heart behind the posts we scroll past. Recently, Thea—a young horsewoman— wrote an article for Horse & Hound that captured something quietly powerful: dedication, thoughtfulness, and a deep respect for the horse. And yet, as is too often the case, the comment sections will likely begin to fill with critique.
But here’s the truth: we are becoming conditioned to look for what’s wrong before we ever acknowledge what’s right.
We need to stop.
We need to stop picking apart the efforts of those who are trying. We need to stop focusing on what’s missing or imperfect. Instead, we must begin amplifying the positive—because that’s where real change starts.
Thea is one of many young equestrians coming through with fresh, hopeful, and valid ideas. These young people aren’t just passionate—they are purposeful. They’re not bound by ego or tradition; they’re inspired by possibility. And it is our job—our responsibility—to support them, not silence them.
We must be the generation that gives them a reason to keep showing up, to keep posting, to keep sharing. We must remind them that their voice matters, and that their vision can change the future—not just for themselves, but for their horses, and for all of us who care about true, thoughtful horsemanship.
Let’s stop scrolling just to critique. Let’s stop commenting just to prove a point. You don’t have to engage with every post. You don’t need to be a keyboard warrior. But you do have a choice: uplift or tear down.
Choose to uplift.
Support the ones who are out there trying. Share the good. Encourage the brave. Celebrate the learners, the dreamers, and the doers. We don’t need more negativity in our horsemanship world—we need more hope.
Because when we support the next generation, we give our horses a better future. And really, isn’t that why we’re here?