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A Shift in Perspective
Sarah Orloff
A Shift in Perspective
What type of relationship do you want with your horse? Do you want a relationship that is filled with Passive Agreements? Contractual Obligations? I say this, you do that response? Has your horse been...
Jan 15, 2022
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Confidence in Connection
Sarah Orloff
Confidence in Connection
We all struggle with connection and confidence at some point. Just as we gain confidence in one thing, we may lose it in the next thing. Sometimes we feel a connection in one moment and then lose it i...
Jan 2, 2022
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Learned Helplessness
Sarah Orloff
Learned Helplessness
*Below are my thoughts based off of another article. There is a link to the original article. This article really hits home for me and the education I try to offer horses. I see it time and time again...
Dec 14, 2021
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Will I ruin my horse's mouth with contact?
Sarah Orloff
Will I ruin my horse's mouth with contact?
Simple Tip : You will not ruin your horse by picking up the reins and adding some contact to your ride. How is a young horse supposed to learn HOW to carry a rider? Do they just figure it out? Is simp...
Dec 8, 2021
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Suppling the horse is UNIVERSAL
Sarah Orloff
Suppling the horse is UNIVERSAL
Tip of the day (more like lifetime) - Suppling the horse is UNIVERSAL. It doesn't matter what type of riding you and your horse do. What type of work or play. You don't have to be tall, short, big, sm...
Nov 18, 2021
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Taking Your Horse to the Trainers 101
Sarah Orloff
Taking Your Horse to the Trainers 101
You might want to pull your horse out of the pasture a few weeks before they are scheduled to see the trainer. This might ensure that you could check them for things like ~ Mud Fever, Rain Rot, Wounds...
Nov 12, 2021
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Foam - What to Look for and Why
Sarah Orloff
Foam - What to Look for and Why
How much foam is the right amount of foam? Let's think about the tongue, throat, and jaw. What happens when the horse's jaw is relaxed and the tongue is free to move about the mouth? What happens when...
Oct 30, 2021
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Bridges
Sarah Orloff
Bridges
I imagine we all hold a unique terrain within ourselves. Some are mountainous, some are meadows with lush grass, some are lave scorched lands just waiting to regrow. With each horse that enters our li...
Oct 11, 2021
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Proof is in the White Hairs
Sarah Orloff
Proof is in the White Hairs
Take a good look at this picture. Does your horse care about saddle fit? Does your horse care about the rider's balance? Who was crooked first, the rider or the horse? Who is responsible for influenci...
Sep 20, 2021
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Conditioning & Repetition vs Education
Sarah Orloff
Conditioning & Repetition vs Education
*For the sake of this article, we are going to call any and all people that work with these hypothetical horses “trainers”. There is a common trend in training that if you do something long enough, th...
Sep 5, 2021
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The Forgotten Gait - the WALK
Sarah Orloff
The Forgotten Gait - the WALK
The walk is the most influential gait that the horse possesses. It is the most overlooked and under-credited of all gaits. Simple and slow, this powerful tool of a gait deserves to be explored. The WA...
Aug 6, 2021
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Are horses here to be OUR therapy?
Sarah Orloff
Are horses here to be OUR therapy?
“Horses are my therapy” This topic comes up quite often and it is something I feel warrants a conversation. Why do we put our mental health needs onto the horse? Did the horse sign up for the job of c...
Aug 4, 2021
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Reflections in Still Waters is a space where Sarah Orloff shares her passion for equestrian education and her love of thoughtful reflection. Dive into articles exploring horsemanship, equine biomechanics, classical dressage, and the psychology of horse and rider. With a lifelong dedication to learning and sharing knowledge, Sarah offers insights to inspire growth, connection, and deeper understanding in every partnership.

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Still Waters Equitation, a family-owned and operated equestrian program led by Sarah Orloff, specializes in creating harmonious partnerships between horse and rider. Located at MoSa Ranch in Stayton, OR, we offer riding lessons, horse training, and rehabilitation services rooted in classical dressage principles and biomechanics. Our holistic approach prioritizes the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of both horse and rider, fostering soundness, balance, and lasting connection.

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