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Understanding your horse’s emotional needs with the Étik’A method

Writer's picture: Annick VivicorsiAnnick Vivicorsi

Horses, sensitive and expressive animals, experience emotions that influence their behavior, their well-being and their relationship with humans. However, their emotional needs are often neglected or misunderstood. The Étik'A method, developed by Cécile Bitton-Duris, draws on kinesiology to help riders and owners better identify and respond to these needs.


In this article, we will explore how this unique method can transform the human-horse relationship by putting emotions at the center of equestrian practices.


Why Understanding Your Horse's Emotions Is Essential


Emotions play a key role in the lives of horses. They affect their behavior, social interactions, and ability to work. A stressed horse, for example, may become reluctant, fearful, or even aggressive. Conversely, a horse that feels understood and respected develops a relationship of trust with its rider.


The Étik'A method offers an innovative approach to deciphering these emotions. By identifying emotional blockages through energetic and body tests, this method allows us to better understand the horse's deep needs and respond appropriately.



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The tools of the Étik'A method to decipher emotional needs


The Étik'A method relies on specific tools to identify and treat the emotional needs of horses:

  1. The energy test : by detecting imbalances in the energy flow, this test highlights the sources of stress or discomfort in the animal.

  2. Body memory : horses, like humans, record emotional experiences in their bodies. Étik'A helps decode these memories to release them.

  3. Applied kinesiology : thanks to protocols such as Touch for Health, it is possible to harmonize emotions and restore overall balance in the horse.


These tools allow you to better understand the horse's subtle signals and adopt a caring approach to meet its needs.


How to Meet Your Horse's Emotional Needs


Once emotional needs have been identified using the Étik'A method tools, it is essential to implement concrete actions to meet them. Here are some key approaches:

  1. Create a reassuring environment : Horses, being prey animals, are naturally sensitive to their environment. Offer them a calm living environment, with spaces large enough for them to move freely and interact with their peers.

  2. Adapt your communication : Understanding your horse's body and emotional signals helps you respond accurately to his needs. A relaxed posture, a soothing tone, and gentle gestures strengthen your relationship.

  3. Offer regular sessions with Étik'A : These sessions help maintain emotional balance and prevent long-term blockages. Cécile Bitton-Duris emphasizes the importance of these follow-ups to strengthen the human-horse bond.


By adopting these practices, you will help your horse feel understood, respected and confident.


Testimonials: the impact of Étik'A on the emotional well-being of horses


Many horse owners who have followed the Étik'A method testify to the benefits observed:

  • Mathilde , owner of a nervous horse, explains how she learned to decipher her animal's stress signals. "Thanks to energy tests, I understood that he was reacting to my own tensions. By working on me, his behavior changed."

  • François , a professional rider, says: “My horse had unpredictable reactions during competitions. With Étik'A, I discovered that he associated certain situations with stressful past experiences. We were able to work on that, and today he is much more serene.”


These experiences illustrate how a better understanding of emotions can transform the relationship between horse and rider.


Conclusion: A Journey Towards a Deeper Relationship


Understanding your horse's emotional needs opens the door to a relationship based on trust and respect. The Étik'A method provides the tools needed to decipher these needs and respond to them appropriately.


By placing emotions at the heart of the human-horse relationship, this innovative method creates an authentic and lasting bond. Whether you are an owner, rider or professional in the equestrian world, Étik'A invites you to explore a new level of connection with your horse.




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