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This week the girls had guest Catherine Roy Stanley of Equestrian Relationship Coach. They discussed Catherine's journey into horsemanship, her background in psychology, and her work as an Equestrian Relationship Coach. The conversation covered the evolution of Catherine's training methods, moving away from strict frameworks to a more intuitive, relationship-based approach. They also talked about the importance of individuality in both humans and horses, and the value of creating safe spaces for emotional and physical healing. Catherine shared details about her retreats with Tracy Duncan and her recent clinic with Lockie Phillips. The hosts and guest reflected on their shared philosophy of blending different methods and prioritizing authenticity and connection with horses. www.eqrcoach.comEquestrian Relationship Coach on Socials

Kate shared her background in both education and horsemanship, explaining how her teaching philosophy is rooted in adaptability, curiosity, and self-compassion. Rather than promoting a one-size-fits-all approach, she emphasises meeting both horses and riders where they are, recognising that individuals learn in different ways and at different paces.The conversation explored the role of mindset in horse training, particularly how self-doubt and unrealistic expectations can affect riders' confidence and progress. Kate discussed the importance of developing self-awareness and resilience, highlighting her collaboration with Di Neil on mindset coaching to help riders build healthier relationships with themselves and their horses.They also examined the changing conversation around horse welfare and ethical riding partnerships, reflecting on how modern understanding continues to evolve. Kate emphasised the value of listening to horses, remaining open to new evidence, and balancing tradition with ongoing learning.Finally, Kate spoke about her interest in furthering her studies in anthrozoology, seeing it as a way to deepen her understanding of human–animal relationships and strengthen the evidence base that informs her teaching and practice. Throughout the discussion, the supportive community she has built emerged as a central theme, fostering an environment where riders feel encouraged to learn, reflect, and grow without fear of judgment.Kates membership: https://softandsound.org/Kates book: https://softandsound.org/book/Kate & Kathleen's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/66xz4ulfe9O5IYEzBLYwWf?si=8beb765b7db140a2

https://wholehorsehealth.co.uk/https://centreforwellbeing.co.uk/lindsay-holderhttps://www.tombowenlegacytrustfund.org.uk/This week the girls chatted to Lindsay Holder, who discussed her journey into Bowen therapy and her role as the director of Smart Bowen International Training Academy. Lindsay shared her background in equine and human Bowen, her training in Australia, and her work organizing dissections with Sharon May Davis. The conversation covered the principles of Bowen therapy, its intuitive and myofascial aspects, and personal experiences with its effectiveness. They also discussed upcoming dissection dates, the structure of Smart Bowen courses, and the Tom Bowen Legacy Trust Fund. The hosts, Jemma and Kirsty, shared their own experiences with Bowen and bodywork, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and supporting each other in the industry. The discussion included anecdotes about treating animals, the challenges of working on one's own horses, and the integration of other modalities like kinesiology and Chinese medicine. The hosts and Lindsay expressed a shared philosophy of honoring the body's natural healing abilities and promoting a supportive community among therapists.