EQUINE MEDITATION
ABOUT EQUINE GUIDED MINFULLNESS MEDITATION
Meditation promotes mindfulness by encouraging present-moment awareness. Equine guided meditation, involving free-roaming horses, enhances this experience through a deep connection to nature and encouraging heart-centered breathing that aligns your heart rhythm with the harmonious patterns of the horses.
HEALING THROUGH HORSES AND THE HARMONIES OF MUSIC
The Harmony and Horses meditation uniquely blends the presence of majestic horses, soothing meditation, Indian flute melodies, heart-focused breathing with horses and the resonant sounds of the Panda Drum, all contributing to a truly remarkable healing journey. Backed by scientific research, this practice provides numerous benefits, allowing you to engage with nature while exploring your own path of self-discovery without judgment.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This enriching journey is led by Kristi Huddleston, the founder of Harmony Hope Stables, who is certified as an equine specialist through PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship). Since 2017, she has been passionate and committed to supporting children and adults through equine-assisted learning, equine meditation, and mindful interactions with her horses.Participants will begin the experience at Serenity Circle, nestled within the grounds of Harmony Hope Stables. This tranquil spot, surrounded by lush trees and close to the horses, offers a perfect setting. You will start by sitting on tree stumps, where you will be guided through heart-centered breathing exercises accompanied by grounding aromatherapy meditations. After settling, you’ll meet the horses in the meditation area, learning about their body language and safety practices around them.You will then be guided through a series of remarkable meditations with the horses, including a gratitude heart breathing meditation and engaging moments with the herd, all enhanced by soothing aromatherapy and the gentle sounds of the Panda Drum and Native instruments. The session concludes with a chance to connect with and feed the horses carrots during a goodbye gratitude circle.
BENEFITS OF HORSE-ASSISTED HEALING IN THE MOMENT
Horses are natural holistic healers, possessing an innate ability to be attuned to their surroundings while remaining completely present in their own bodies. This sensitivity allows them to detect subtle energies within individuals, and their deep wisdom can resonate with our hearts, offering the space and grace necessary for healing in the present.
Research proves that interacting with horses, combined with meditation and heart-focused breathing, can help:
- Reduce anxiety
- Alleviate pain
- Combat depression
- Help heal from grief
- Improve memory
- Enhance sleep quality
- Strengthen immune system
- Promote a general sense of well-being
At Harmony Hope Stables, we aspire for everyone who participates in this extraordinary healing journey to embrace the chance to open their hearts to forgiveness, let go of negative thoughts and emotions, find healing from trauma, and cultivate a profound sense of peace.