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# Tip/Quote of the Day # 582
- URL: https://www.myvirtualeventingcoach.com/tip-quote-582/
- Published: 2015-02-01T06:25:00.000Z
- Updated: 2015-02-01T08:25:54.000Z
- Author: Administrator
- Tags: Get your FREE daily tip here!, #Import 2026-01-20 00:55

[Open fingers](http://www.myvirtualeventingcoach.com/articles/why%5Friding%5Fwith%5Fopen%5Ffingers%5Fis%5Fnot%5Fa%5Fgood%5Fidea) do not equal soft hands. Soft hands come from relaxed following elbows, and a secure balanced seat. Open fingers causes the contact to be inconsistent and uninviting to the horse.