Why horses are better than Facebook likes

We live in a culture where it's perfectly acceptable to "do something for the Instagram" and "checking in" at every cool rooftop bar before we even order a drink is commonplace. In other words, we may be a little too attached to the social media "likes" and notifications afforded us by our smartphones. There's no denying there's a feel-good confidence boost that comes from a social media stamp-of-approval. But there are plenty of other ways to recreate the brain's "reward" feeling that don't involve an illuminated screen. And owning or riding horses is definitely one of them... here are the reasons;

- A canter is the cure for every evil said Benjamin Disraeli and he was right! The wind flowing through your hairs, the feeling being invincible and the bond with your four-legged partner. It is amazing. We also feel re-energized after that canter...

- While Facebook Likes are Mark Zuckerberg's gift to mankind, a horse is God's gift to mankind. Even looking at a horse in a field can give so much satisfaction. Real FaceTime with your BFF (horse) beats the screen version any day of the week (Science and Equnews agrees).

- William Shakespeare said; "A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse!" - yes it's nice to have some Facebook likes, but when you own a horse you not only get gratification from the horse, but you also get respect from the community.

- It is said horses understand human actions better than human's do... basically when a horse likes you that must be worth 1,000,000 (or infinity) Facebook likes.

- A horse like gives you a warm feeling and genuine.

- Riding a horse is liking getting a massage. We'd give up loads of Facebook notifications for a relaxed body and mind, so get your horse tacked up!

- Horse riding - or being surrounded - is being in a green environment. Surrounding yourself with some green space instead of cyberspace could be the best thing you do for your mood all day. Research shows just a few minutes walking in nature can reduce depressive symptoms.

We could continue summing up... but I think we made our point: Horses are better than Facebook likes... No explanation necessary. Take that, Facebook.