"As always, the day started with the Ahrtal and FortunaMobil kids having breakfast together, because it tastes twice as good when you're together. 
Then we went out to the horses. 
They want to be groomed and cuddled. In between, there was chatting and a lively atmosphere, and hugs are also very welcome here. 
Then we went out to the horses. They want to be groomed and cuddled. In between, there was chatting and a lively atmosphere, and hugs are also very welcome here. We set off on a short walk. Our destination is the large Blackberry bush with something to nibble on. Suddenly, one girl's mood changes. 
Because our stubborn Blarun, who she had been holding on to the reins just a short time before, took off. Her destination was the pasture we had just started from, where the rest of the herd was. It was certain that Blarun would get there safely.
Because our stubborn Blarun, who she had been holding on to the reins just a short time before, took off. Her destination was the pasture we had just started from, where the rest of the herd was. It was certain that Blarun would get there safely.For the girl, however, this meant the end of the world, because in her eyes she had made a mistake. In her world, this caused a chain of negative feelings and emotions. 
In short, she feels "not right", which is very difficult for a child's soul to bear and process.
In short, she feels "not right", which is very difficult for a child's soul to bear and process.But that's what we're here for - to take a closer look at precisely these kinds of experiences with the children and help them to sort out their emotional chaos and give them encouragement. 
Heike calmed the girl down quite quickly. She has been visiting us for a long time and has learnt and internalised a lot in that time. Heike tells her that this is quite normal and happens more often than you might think - especially when the herd is separated. You just miss each other. She honestly admits that it has already happened to her. This honesty quickly put our protégé at ease.
People are not perfect. 
People make mistakes. 
It is important to admit this and learn from it. On the other hand, it is just as important to take the child's feelings seriously. Because they are genuine, real and tangible. Simply dismissing or even ignoring a child in such a situation can cause great psychological damage.
People make mistakes. It is important to admit this and learn from it. On the other hand, it is just as important to take the child's feelings seriously. Because they are genuine, real and tangible. Simply dismissing or even ignoring a child in such a situation can cause great psychological damage.That's why the frustration is naturally understandable. She wanted to do everything right. The desire to "do everything right" also causes enormous pressure in the adult world. You want to please; you want to be liked. And our job is to convey this to them:
Everyone is good the way they are. There's nothing to shake about that. Every little corner, every edge of a person is worth loving, respecting and embracing." -Vera Church and Heike HoltzMany thanks to both of you for your valuable support for the children. 
Klaudia Skodnik and the Fortuna helps team
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