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The horse I lost, the grief I couldn't explain, and the Academy that grew from it

The horse I lost, the grief I couldn't explain, and the Academy that grew from it

Linda Hennings
Published on: 22/10/2026

Grief can bring you to your knees in a way that is hard to explain. Losing my heart horse was the single most difficult experience I have lived through. It has made me change the way I do almost everything.

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The Shadow in the Stable: Unmasking the Culture of Bullying in Equestrian Sport

The Shadow in the Stable: Unmasking the Culture of Bullying in Equestrian Sport

Linda Hennings
Published on: 18/12/2025

We need to talk about Bullying. Its not isolated - its everywhere. This is my own experience - a true story from long ago.

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The Messy Middle

The Messy Middle

Linda Hennings
Published on: 03/06/2025

The space between endings and beginnings is often the hardest. The Messy Middle is a reflection on grief, growth, and the quiet courage it takes to become someone new. If you’re in transition, you are not alone.

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Resilience in the Arena of Life

Resilience in the Arena of Life

Linda Hennings
Published on: 27/02/2025

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