Horses
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Why are Horses used for Personal Growth?
Horses are wise mentors in this unique type of work. As prey animals, their “flight” instincts become instant mirrors and non-judgmental feedback mechanisms for humans. Horses sense and respond to a person’s intentions, emotions, and thoughts that are conveyed subconsciously through body language. Through the experience of observing a horse’s response to their requests and directions, each person learns how to communicate more effectively, face their fears and manage their emotions, and become more consistent and congruent in their actions.
In my Coaching with Horses™, horses become a non-judgemental mirror of a participant’s intentions and emotional state of being, since those are conveyed subconsciously through one’s body language. Horses teach us to become more emotionally aware and agile. When you have high levels of emotional and self-awareness you bring grounding and peace to stressful situations. You shift from reacting, or just surviving, to thriving.
Through observation of herd dynamics and one-on-one interaction with individual horses, attendees also learn leadership skills. A tremendous confidence boost comes from learning how to connect with and direct a one-thousand-pound animal while standing on the ground. Coaching with Horses sessions are highly interactive and provide an ‘in the moment’ learning experience, teaching skills which can be difficult to acquire in more traditional workshop or training settings.
The horse illuminates your path and brings you into full awareness in a gentle transformational way. Truly unconditional animals of power and grace, they invite us to learn their way and to live in the present. Explore the natural rhythm of an authentic life and center yourself in your personal power through a Coaching with Horses program™.
Previous experience with horses is not necessary. You must only be willing to allow a horse to asist you in your personal growth. Most workshops are designed for interacting with the horses while on the ground. There is little riding (unless otherwise specified in workshop description). Horse professionals, novices and those who have not been around a horse before can all benefit from this work. Most workshops are held in Colorado and Arizona. Contact Kathy if you would like to host a program in your area.
Coaching with horses Programs are offered in the areas of:
Life Transitions/Personal Development –Areas of focus include: life transitions, expanding ones authentic expression, creativity, emotional and energetic awareness, finding one’s purpose and passion, and communication skills.
Leadership – Leadership programs are designed to help individuals develop self-management skills, trust their natural wisdom and express heart centered power. While engaging with horses individuals gain tools for assertiveness, inspiring others to greatness, creating respectful relationships/teams and proficiency in non-verbal communication skills.
EFLC Facilitator Training – These week long programs teach the Mind Body Method Coaching processes that I developed five years ago before my work with horses. There are three levels of learning in the facilitator training (apprenticeship) which will positively shift your effectiveness as a leader, a teacher, a healer, a counselor, and a communicator. Learn key tools for coaching with horses and transfer these tools to all areas of your life. Custom designed for people seeking tools and skills to enhance their lives and relationships as well as for those wishing to employ horses in their professions.
Equestrian Skills – Natural Horsemanship skills blended with the Mind Body Method Coaching processes help equestrians reach higher levels of communication, connection, and performance with their horses. Through the invisible connection, rider and horse become united in harmony. Private sessions help individuals learn tools to overcome fears, release past trauma and gain confidence. I provide learning sessions with my quarter horse and mustang for those who wish to travel to my location or do not have a horse.