Have you ever glanced at a standard world map and assumed Greenland was almost the same size as Africa? In reality, Africa’s landmass is about 14 times larger—but you wouldn’t know that from a quick look at certain map projections.
This discrepancy isn’t just about geography. It’s a powerful reminder of how easily our “mental maps” can skew our perception. When it comes to leadership, we often inflate certain issues, priorities, or people while overlooking truly significant factors. These distortions can undermine our effectiveness—much like misreading the size of Greenland and Africa.
That’s where my work as a leadership coach specializing in Equine Assisted Learning comes in. Horses respond to the most subtle cues providing immediate, honest feedback on a leader’s behavior and presence in real time. If our internal “map” is off—if we’re giving mixed signals or focusing on the wrong priorities—horses will show us, unmistakably.
Why horses? Because they’re masters of sensing incongruence. They don’t care about our titles, and they can’t be persuaded by corporate jargon. Instead, they respond to our authenticity (or lack thereof). If we’re inflating minor issues and overlooking major ones, the horse will indicate that disconnect. It’s as if they’re holding up a true-to-scale map of our leadership approach—helping us see where we might be miscalculating the “size” of our challenges or our impact.
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why some priorities keep getting “blown up” while others slip under the radar, or if you simply want to ensure your leadership map aligns with reality, I invite you to explore Equine Assisted Learning. Let’s correct the distortions and lead with clarity, focus, and authenticity.
Ready to discover the real map of your leadership? Message me or visit our website to learn more about equine enhanced leadership sessions.
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