“100% the best training I have ever attended in over a decade of practicing equine assisted psychotherapy!” – Jacquelyn Kaschel, Eagala Adv. MH/ES
What it Means to Truly Do the Work
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Roots before Wings: Presence is the Practice
By Bettina Shultz-Jobe and Kate Naylor Building Strong Roots We have had some chaotic weather in Texas these last few years - long stretches of drought, periods of extreme heat, sudden flooding rains, and then without much warning, extreme cold. All of us feel the...
These Boots are Made for Workin’
These boots are made for workin’ and that’s just what they’ll do. . . 🎶 You can learn so much about a person by the shoes they wear. Really. . . think about it. I, for example, spend a lot of my time in crocs, Haflinger clogs. . . and round toed, rubber soled, Ariat...
Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. My sentimental heart loves this sweet little rhyme. I’m generally not superstitious, but I do love tradition. I find safety, connection, and predictability in this passing on of customs and beliefs....
Because We Were Together
In 2020 the NL team got together on Zoom for a Christmas party. One of our trainers, Courtney White, guided us in a very robust and super competitive scavenger hunt. I’ll spare you most of the details, but, basically, The Jobe family won. Just sayin’ *shrug...
What Services Do Your Equines Assist?
By Bettina Shultz-Jobe with Kate Naylor In a 2023 webinar we discussed the importance of having a clear understanding of the service you provide when offering *Equine Assisted Services in your community. When communicating with clients, collaborative partners, or...
Sacred Landscapes: The Expanse That Can Be Seen
I have been perusing this year’s Sacred Landscapes conference schedule that is under construction, and all I can say is WOW! What a fantastic and eclectic group of presenters, not to mention thoughtfully curated material and experiences!! This is a lineup not to be...
The Impact of Rhythm in Trauma Informed Care
By Kate Naylor and Bettina Shultz-Jobe A heartbeat. Waves rolling in and out on a sandy beach. The rising and setting of the sun. The aroma of your favorite meal. A long walk to clear your head. That sense of joy that comes from swinging on a swing. Your...
What are the Natural Lifemanship Connection Kits and are they for me?
You may have heard of the Natural Lifemanship Connection Kits and you may be wondering what, exactly, they are, what purpose they serve, and for whom. We created the Connection Kits to fill a need in our community of equine-assisted practitioners - a need that...
