How Horses Detect Human Authenticity
Horses have long been revered for their keen senses, their inspiring beauty, and their unwavering loyalty to their human companions. But it often surprises people to learn that horses also have a remarkable ability to sense when a human is being less than genuine. Horses are intuitive animals, and their capacity to detect authenticity in humans is truly remarkable—so much so that we can actually use their incredible ability to help improve ourselves and how we relate to others.
Horses are experts at reading body language. They are sensitive to even the subtlest cues, which makes them exceptional at determining whether a person is being honest or not. When humans attempt to hide their emotions or intentions, horses can pick up on these discrepancies through shifts in posture, facial expressions, and even the tension in their muscles. This can help us to recognize important details about or within ourselves that we might be denying or ignoring.
As natural prey animals, horses are also highly attuned to the energy of the environment around them, including that which humans emit. When someone isn’t being authentic or is harboring negative emotions, their energy changes, and horses can sense that. They respond to genuine, calm, and positive energy by becoming more trusting and cooperative. In contrast, if a person is anxious, tense, or dishonest, horses may become skittish or refuse to cooperate.
Horses value presence and authenticity above all else, because it’s what allows them to feel their most comfortable. When a person approaches a horse with sincerity and true intentions, the horse is more likely to connect with them. Conversely, when someone is inauthentic, distracted, or insincere, a horse will often sense this and may not respond positively. This in turn can help a person to recognize the ways they interact with others so they can make personal adjustments that create more positive outcomes.
As creatures of habit, horses thrive on trust and consistency. When a human is not authentic, it can erode the trust that a horse has in them. This can lead to difficulties in communication and can strain the human-horse relationship, bringing to the surface similar difficulties the person may have with human communication. Trust is paramount in any interaction, and authenticity plays a crucial role in building and maintaining it. Being authentic teaches the power of building and fostering consistent trust and reliability.
The ability of horses to detect when a human is lying or not being authentic is a testament to their incredible sensitivity and intuition. They serve as a mirror, reflecting our true intentions and emotions back at us, which we would do well to learn important lessons from. Authenticity is not just a virtue, but a fundamental necessity for building strong and meaningful connections in our lives. Horses teach us that in our interactions with them, as in life, authenticity is the key to success and trust. If you’d like to learn more about what horses can teach you about improving a variety of aspects in your life, contact Spirit Mountain Healing Services at 480-988-2165 or michelle.spiritmountain@gmail.com.
