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Greetings!
“If you go off into a far, far forest and get very quiet, you’ll come to understand that you’re connected with everything.” — Alan Watts
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Authentic connection is the cornerstone of what we do here at Stand InBalance and
it feels like a blessing that when we are open and allowing, our equines help us slow down and genuinely connect every day!
Here at the ranch, this means that instead of rushing to get into work mode we take time to say hello and "listen" to our equine team members, just as we ask them to "listen" to us. There is a beautiful mutuality that comes from collaborative, consensual connection with another being. However, that isn't the only way to find connection.
There are a myriad of ways we can achieve connection and reap its benefits. Check out the articles below for some guidance on tapping into your powers of connection!
Wishing you Connection this April,
Dr. Val
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What does connection mean to you? How does being connected make you feel?
Human beings naturally crave connection and when we feel like we are disconnected in some way it can be uncomfortable and even scary.
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Being connected gives us a sense of safety, peace and belonging. However, many of us don’t realize that it is the act of connection itself that brings about these comfortable feelings. The same positive effects can be achieved whether connecting with other beings (human or animal), with your Authentic Self or with a higher power outside of yourself such as God, the Universe, or nature.
We can connect deeply with any of these visible or invisible forces and in doing so experience the satisfaction that connection brings, and potentially discover even more benefits such as purpose, direction, inner wisdom, confidence, trust, compassion and love. Give it a try and see what actively connecting brings to you.
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#1 – Be Present.
Where are you now? Are you in your head, thinking about what happened earlier or what you need to do later? Are you aware? Are you awake? If you’re not here, in this present moment, it’s not possible to connect with anyone you are with or anything that is happening right now. Recognize yourself in this moment...Read More
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Finding Passion through Connection
Liz* came to us for some life coaching. She had been struggling with a “passion project” she'd started and was feeling stuck and uninspired. Liz wasn’t ready to give up on it, but she was starting to feel more weighed down and stressed out about it than passionate!
After entering the arena and introducing herself to all of the equines, Liz chose to connect with our “Big Guy”, Lu. Without skipping a beat, she immediately grabbed a lead rope from the rail and appro..... Read more
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Creating Connection in the Workplace
In today’s workplace, it’s so easy for the only focus to be on productivity. We’re constantly pushing for more, more, better, better. Although productivity is fantastic, we have to be careful not to become unbalanced. Connection is key for clear communication and an environment where employees and co-workers feel valued, heard and understood.
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“By spending time with the horses, and having the Stand InBalance team help reflect the dynamic taking place, I learned a great deal about myself.
I felt more connected and strong in myself and in my relationship with others. Most importantly I learned that I am OK and good enough the way I am. These lessons exceeded my expectations of what the experience would be like, and I will apply them in my life.”
~ April, Marriage Family Therapy Intern
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“As a person who lives and works ‘in my head’, Stand InBalance provided an incredibly unique and caring environment in which I could step out of my everyday life and get back in touch with the feeling of being connected to and of trusting the wisdom that my body holds. And, of course, sharing space with their four legged friends was a fantastic way to spend a morning!”
~ Kristine, Change Strategist
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Stand InBalance Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Growth & Learning
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