To be able to correctly identify a task or behavior, the observer must have some knowledge of the mechanics of the task or behavior, to form a reasonable opinion.
Eckhart Tolle once wrote: "One of the greatest insights that has come out of modern physics is that of the unity between the observer and the observed: the person conducting the experiment -- the observing consciousness -- cannot be separated from the observed phenomena, and a different way of looking causes the observed phenomena to behave differently." A novice horse owner may not have the adequate information to determine whether a trainer is correct or incorrect in what he is saying or doing. A horseman who has studied biomechanics, training, anatomy, conformation, gaits, movement, may easily see the difference in whether a trainer is correct or incorrect in what he is saying or doing. So, study, learn, and gain knowledge to be able to make your own informed decisions and opinion. Don't get caught up in arguing. Some members are merely looking to hear themselves talk, and some need desperately to have someone engage with them. They want to be heard, and the only way they feel they can accomplish that is to say something that is totally off the wall, just for the attention. It is so much more satisfying to them than sitting quietly, listening, and learning. Unfortunately some write thru drugs and alcohol. Please don't reward that behavior. Just ignore the socially unacceptable behaviors. This all takes away from our educational purpose, which is the agenda of the person arguing so that focus can be on them and not advancement. Judy http://iceryder.net http://clickryder.com
