How Gentle Movements Help You, Your Horse & Dog Feel Safe Happy #110 #canine #debono moves #equine #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #humanmovement caninehumanconnection feldenkrais method nervous system Feb 15, 2025

Did you know that movement is one of the most powerful ways to help you and your animals feel safer, more confident, and deeply relaxed? Most people focus on training or exercise, but true well-being often comes from making small, mindful changes—not pushing harder.

In this episode of Easier Moveme...

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Sticky Learning: Varying Context for Lasting Improvement #91 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement feldenkrais method neuroplasticity Aug 21, 2024
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In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Horses, Mary Debono continues her exploration of how to enhance your horse's learning and movement capabilities.

Building on the principles of the Feldenkrais Method, Mary discusses the importance of changing the context during practice sessions to...

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How Novelty Can Transform Your Horse’s Movement and Mindset #90 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement feldenkrais method neuroplasticity Aug 21, 2024
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In this episode, Mary Debono continues her discussion on how to work with your horse's existing habits to encourage ease and comfort. Building on concepts from previous episodes, Mary explains the importance of introducing novel, non-habitual movements that engage the horse's nervous system in ...

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Creating Safety in Movement: A New Way to Help Your Horse #89 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement Aug 19, 2024
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In this episode, Mary Debono builds on the previous discussion about why it’s crucial to work with, rather than against, a horse’s current movement patterns.

Mary explains how supporting a horse’s tendency for spinal extension, for instance, can be the first step in helping the horse discover he...

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Why Your Horse’s Nervous System Resists Change—and What to Do About It #88 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement Aug 19, 2024
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In this episode of "Easier Movement, Happier Horses," Mary Debono delves into the often-overlooked concept of working WITH a horse's current movement patterns, however "incorrect" we may think they are, instead of trying to force a change.

Mary explains how many equestrians, in their desire to ...

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Body, Mind, and Connection: Your Path to Suppleness, Confidence, and Harmony with Your Horse #86 #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement #humanmind #humanmovement debono moves feldenkrais method Aug 06, 2024
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Body, Mind, and Connection. These are the three pillars that support a harmonious connection with your horse. In this episode, you'll learn why - and how to strengthen those pillars.Ā 

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Unlocking Harmony: A Hands-on Approach for a Happier, Healthier Horse #84 #canine #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement tacking up Jul 22, 2024
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Learn about Steps 3, 4, and 5 of the Six Steps to Creating Horse-Human Harmony.Ā 

Discover how to use your hands to relieve your horse's tension and improve their movement and well-being.Ā 

In this episode, you'll hear practi...

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Unlocking Harmony: Intentional Breathwork with Your Horse #83 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection connected breathing Jul 22, 2024
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Mary Debono explores step two of her six-step framework for creating harmony between you and your horse.

This bonus episode focuses on the importance of intention, breath, and loving energy in connecting with your horse.

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Unlocking Harmony: Improve Your Movement, Improve Your Horse #82 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #humanmind #humanmovement feldenkrais method rider Jul 17, 2024
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In this episode, you'll learn all about Step 1 of the Six Steps to Creating Horse-Human Harmony.

You'll hear Mary explain how enhancing your body awareness can lead to better communication, trust, and overall well-being for you and your horse.

Mary Debono, an expert in theĀ Feldenkrais MethodⓇ and...

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How to Create Horse-Human Harmony in Six Steps #81 #debono moves #equinemovement #horsehumanconnection feldenkrais method move with your horse program Jul 11, 2024
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In this episode, we delve into the core issues that equestrians face, both for themselves and their horses. Whether it's stiff hips, an aching back, or a horse that's resistant or stiff, these concerns all boil down to one essential desire...

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Sensitive Horses: Building Trust and Connection #79 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection #horsemind #horsemovement Jun 27, 2024
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Have you ever wondered how to transform a sensitive, easily spooked, or defensive horse into a confident and relaxed partner?

You'll hear about specific cases where observing subtle cues and applying gentle, supportive touch made a significant difference in a horse's emotional and physical well-...

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Transforming Horse Training: Building Partnership and Mutual Respect #78 #debono moves #horsehumanconnection horse Jun 20, 2024
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What if horse training could be more about partnership and mutual respect than following rigid regimes?

On this episode of the Easier Movement, Happier Horses podcast, Mary Debono uncovers the transformative approach of facilitatingĀ learningĀ opportunities for your horse. By focusing on what y...

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