Ep 18: Linda Tellington Jones - Tellington TTouch

Equine Assisted World with Rupert Isaacson

Linda Tellington-Jones, a pioneer in equine welfare and therapeutic riding, is best known for the Tellington TTouch Method. A globally celebrated horsewoman, author, and teacher, Linda has spent decades redefining equine care, integrating holistic techniques that enhance horse and rider communication. Her unique methods, which blend science, compassion, and creativity, have transformed practices in equestrian care and therapeutic settings worldwide.

In this inspiring conversation, Linda shares her lifetime of wisdom on equine well-being, human and horse emotional healing, and the role of gratitude and joy in achieving optimal health.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. The Foundation of Equine Welfare (Starts at 0:46): Linda discusses the importance of gratitude and recognizing the individuality of horses, emphasizing how these practices elevate both horse welfare and human-horse relationships.
2. The Science of Cellular Wisdom (Starts at 13:05): Drawing from years of experience and studies, Linda explores the cellular intelligence within horses and humans, explaining how TTouch methods enhance physical and emotional healing.
3. Practical Applications of TTouch (Starts at 29:34): Learn how Tellington TTouch techniques like "the lick of the cow's tongue" and "tarantulas pulling the plow" help horses overcome physical challenges like back pain and stiffness.
4. Enhancing Equine Assisted Programs (Starts at 45:20): Discover how gratitude, art, music, and sensory exercises transform equine-assisted therapy for clients and horses, creating a joyful and healing environment.
5. Rehabilitating Therapy Horses (Starts at 1:02:15): Linda shares strategies for incorporating therapeutic rehabilitation into equine-assisted programs, using real-life examples of transforming "crocked" horses into thriving partners.
6. The Connection Between Gratitude, Joy, and Healing (Starts at 1:20:50): Learn how gratitude fosters joy, and how both emotions play a crucial role in physical and mental well-being for both humans and horses.

Memorable Moments from the Episode:

• Linda’s reflections on gratitude as a starting point for equine care and healing (1:15:30).
• Insights into the power of light touch in activating the parasympathetic nervous system and fostering deep connection (29:50).
• A fascinating story about releasing fear through the "lick of the cow's tongue" technique (1:01:45).
• Linda’s innovative use of tools like Beamer Blankets and LifeWave pain patches to aid in equine rehabilitation (33:20).

Resources and Further Reading:

• LifeWave Pain Patches: https://www.lifewave.com
• Man on His Nature by Sir Charles Sherrington: https://amzn.to/3DpIy4h
• Molecules of Emotion by Dr. Candace Pert: https://amzn.to/3P9wffm
• HeartMath EMWave and Heart Coherence Tools: https://www.heartmath.com/emwave/
• Robert Monroe and the Monroe Institute: https://www.monroeinstitute.org
• HeartMath Podcasts: https://www.heartmath.com/addheartpodcast/
• The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human by Siddhartha Mukherjee: https://amzn.to/4gsCoz0
• Center for Attitudinal Healing: https://www.ahinternational.org
• The Book of Ho'oponopono by Ulrich Dupree: https://amzn.to/3DtjvgZ
• Tellington TTouch Training: https://ttouch.com
• Learn TTouch Courses: https://learn.ttouch.ca
• LFRF Podcast with Linda Tellington-Jones: https://ntls.co/podcast

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