The power of ponies

How ponies can help you feel positive

Ponies are so much more than just adorable animals, they have the power to bring tons of positivity and happiness into our lives. Their gentle nature, playful personalities and unconditional friendship can really have an impact on our wellbeing, both mentally and physically! So, let’s explore how ponies can help us feel better.

Connecting with nature

Ponies don’t spend time inside lounging on the sofa or playing on a gaming console, and if you want to spend time with ponies, then neither will you! Their natural environment involves lots of lovely green space and being at the yard means you get to enjoy the amazing outdoors, too! By witnessing the trees and hedges change throughout the seasons, you’ll get to see science in action and become more connected with nature, and, in turn, you’ll learn how to love, respect and care for the world around us. After all, we want our ponies to live in the best environment possible, right?

True friendship

Ponies don’t judge, criticise or hold grudges – they love unconditionally. When you spend time with your fave pony, you’ll experience a sense of acceptance and love that can make you feel truly valued. His companionship can help to ease feelings of loneliness, as well as boost your self-esteem, leaving you feeling brighter and lighter after you’ve been hanging out together!

Revel in responsibility

Caring for a pony is a very important job! With the guidance of a knowledgeable grown-up and PONY mag’s top tips, you can feed, groom and ride your pony to help keep him feeling healthy and happy. Did you know that these kinds of tasks teach you valuable life skills? For example, time management – can you muck out and then tack up your pony in time for your lesson?

Taking ownership of the decisions and choices you make for your pony helps you to learn accountability, too. Forgot to turn the tap off when filling the water bucket? Then, it’s your responsibility to clear up the mess!

Discover more ways in which ponies positively impact wellbeing, both mentally and physically, in November PONY! Get your copy today!