WisdomRider Testimonials
"After
my session I had a better realization of how wanting to be a leader and
being a leader are two different things. Working with Astrid and the
horses as my mirrors, I was shown how both my mind and body language
must be one in communicating leadership."
- Matt, 2008 Seminar Participant
“I
hadn’t been near a horse in 45 years when I went to my first EAC
workshop with Astrid. I was open for the experience, and knew I’d learn
something about myself, but I don’t think there’s any way to be
prepared for how you will really be affected. In a nutshell, it was
mind-boggling. I was amazed by how much the horse is indeed a mirror to
our own feelings, reactions, and ways of interacting and communicating.
And the mirror is immediate! I learned a very important thing about
myself that day, and I know it will have ramifications throughout my
life if I let it—which I intend to do. Thanks, Astrid. You’re an
incredible leader—patient, caring and knowledgeable.”
– Heidi, 2008 Seminar Participant
"Sweet
Astrid, You made me aware of ME ,while in the ring with Nielson, but
you started the process of awareness long before I went into the ring.
I have ridden horses in the past, but I had never mentally prepared
myself the way I had today. I was always concerned about controlling
the horse. Now I am focusing on controlling me, the horse will
follow...."
- Carolyn, 2008 participant
"In
today's high-tech, cell phone-to-the-ear, texting-obsessive and Ipod
world, the WisdomRider experience gave met he rare opportunity to quiet
my mind and connect with nature. Your unique and patient approach with
people and horses helped me to remember what I had forgotten by being
separate from nature for so long. Thank you for helping me recover the
power of my forgotten and lost intuition and instinct. The WisdomRider
experience will be cherished for a very long time."
- Randy, 2008 Seminar Participant.
"I’ve always thought of myself as an honest and straightforward person. In my coaching session 
I
realized that I wasn’t doing such a great of practicing these qualities
in my current relationship. I learned that I didn’t believe it was ok
to want something just because I wanted it...I felt I had to justify
it. I didn’t believe my partner would give it to me otherwise. I found
I was enmeshed in a pattern of not asking for what I wanted, not
getting it and then becoming angry about it. This included things as
simple as saying that I just needed a day of hanging out at home and
relaxing. During my session I found myself standing on one side of the
ring with Merlin on the other side with his hind quarters to me. He was
so confused about what I wanted that he couldn’t deal with it any other
way. I could feel how this was the place my relationship had gotten
to...both of us standing apart not knowing how to connect and not
knowing what to do about it. Now that I am aware of my role in creating
this confusion, I have come to understand that it kinder and more
loving to just ask for what I really want."
- Marie, 2008 Seminar Participant
"In working with Astrid and her wonderful equine friends, I was
impressed by the flexibility of her therapeutic offerings. She is well aware
of the deep way in which horse energy reaches into the core of the psyche and
heals. The purity of horse-soul leaves one riding a vibrant wave of Renewal,
Inspiration, and Love. Astrid enlivens the therapy with her great sense of
humor, bringing the remarkable medicine of laughter to top off the unique
enchanting experience of the surrounding Taos Mesa Magic."
- Lee Hester, 2008 Seminar Participant
After a weekend working with Astrid Nemur, her horses and fellow participants, I have made positive, exciting changes in my life and thinking. One makes new friends and becomes closer to horses through a series of visualizations and practices.
Wisdom Rider is
a process and new insights come in stages as you move through the
directed experience. It may be a game, a lecture, conversations,
meditations, the beautiful environment or stroking a horse that acts as
the catalyst. I became focused and realized that the “moment” is so
important. I am now more confident around horses and with other people.
Having new tools and confidence is a wonderful combination.
The workshop was exciting and the food delicious. The mountain views and new friends just added to the exceptional experience that Astrid’s Wisdom Rider provides.
- Chris Goetz, 2008 Seminar ParticipantVisit our gallery page for photos
