Somatic Rider and Energy Medicine

Day 2 - (Kidney) K-27 Tap - It is interesting that one of the systems Covid-19 seems to target is the kidney meridian. Gary’s first symptom, at least we think, was back pain for about two days (a sign of kidney imbalance) This was prior to any other symptoms. When we both had symptoms kidney meridian was always testing unbalanced and on days where I checked my energies a few times throughout the day Kidney would be the one that would be out of balance even if nothing else cam...e up. I worked with kidney a lot, not just doing this tap, but also deeper work. Kidney imbalance is associated with fear, but when in balance is more associated with hope. With so much fear associated with Covid, it is important to keep kidney balanced and to address any feelings of fear (an upcoming post perhaps). Another point to note is that lung energy is dependent on a balanced flow of kidney energy....interesting that Covid also affects the lungs. Perhaps because I worked so much with kidney right away I was able to keep it away from the lungs. I had one day where I felt a heaviness in my chest and was not able to take a deep breath. Tomorrow I will share another aspect of kidney. See more

Day 1 - I learned energy work through Eden Energy Medicine also known as Eden Method. Donna Eden put together exercises that she called the Daily Energy Routine which helps to develop a strong energetic core. The exercises work together to strengthen the 9 energy systems addressed by Eden Method and also work on their own to address specific energy imbalances. I will share these exercises first. Today we will start with the Grounding Tap. We will tap a point on the Stomach M...eridian, which runs from below the eyes, down to the jaw, around the face, then down the front of the body to the second toe. It connects the energies of the body to the energies of the earth. (meridians are energy pathways which run through the body and support the organs). Of course Stomach Meridian is involved with digestion, being most active from 7-9am, the ideal time to eat breakfast. Working with the meridian can also help to release stress and worry from the body. Imbalances in this meridian can lead to tension in the jaw, stuffy nose, nose bleeds, sore throat, dry lips, dull skin tone, headaches, anxiety and worry, feeling weak, or feeling ungrounded. To boost the energy in the Stomach Meridian tap directly below the eyes on your cheekbones. If the point is tender you can rub the points gently. Tenderness means there is congestion in the point and rubbing will help clear the congestion. When I was sick I had sinus issues and headaches - this point was very sore at first. See more

This is how I teach the shoulder-in.

We can clear Chakras on our horses as well. The chakras also support the organs that sit within the chakras.

Love this and totally agree!

This cute little kitty has been hanging around the arena since this spring. He would sometimes watch lessons but always wary if we got too close. This week I was able to lure him out with some canned food. While he was eating I started petting him and he just melted. All of a sudden human contact was more important than food! He is absolutely the cuddliest cat I have ever met! If anyone can give him a home please let me know. I would love to find him a home before it gets too cold. When we move we already have our house cats that will need homes. We now have another stray taking up residence in the arena. This kitty is now living in the shed by the arena. He really wants someone to love!

Im sure this is what mares are thinking

I love bringing Energy Medicine into my Somatic sessions. Quite often pain is caused by an 'over-energy' in the muscles...energy can get congested in an area of tightness. Once the energy is free to move then the pain and/or tightness dissipates and the Somatic session becomes even more effective.

Ava and I having fun on the trail obstacles. She loves the variety and is very light and maneuverable! Western Dressage or Working Equitation this mare can do it!

Pirro is growing up! Such a sweet boy!

I love how this scale starts with the rider's balance.

We currently have 4 boarding spots available for this winter. Private pipe paddocks with automatic waterers, individualized feeding, winter feeding hay 3x’s/day. Grain fed (owner supplies). Quiet arena. Tack lockers. 4 12x12 stalls for tacking up. Group turnout (2-3 horses/large paddock)weather permitting. $375/mth plus gst.

A little bit of fall.

Miss Ava is looking for her forever home. She has been one of my favorites and has taught me so much! Contact me for more details.

For those of you that have had a Somatics session with me this is a great illustration as to how the hips and shoulders are connected. Working through the tension in the shoulder area will help release the tightness in the hips. There is so much shoulder tension these days with computer usage, cell phones, and stress in general.

I have been a student of Chris's for many years and his techniques have been the foundation of my training program. Chris brings so much awareness to his teaching and has given me so many tools to use in both my coaching and training. Im sure this course will be very full of amazing info!

I always love being greeted by 'the look'.

Despite the coolers temps this weekend we had an amazing Women’s Wellness Weekend. The first time I have brought Energy work, Somatics, ground work and riding all together into one clinic. On sunday we decided to just do energy work, Somatics and some off horse exercises on the saddle stand and mini trampoline. It was really interesting to see the changes in both the riders and the horses from Saturday to Monday. Such a wonderful group of ladies to spend the weekend with. Thank you to Debbie Pushie who provided the meals Sunday/Monday. I unfortunately kept forgetting to take pictures but I got this one of two of the ladies in sync working on shoulder-in.

Day 1 of the Women’s Wellness Weekend was a sunny, lovely day. We started the day learning the Daily Energy Routine then ground work with the horses. After lunch was Somatics on the lawn, then riding lessons. The dogs enjoyed us being ground level and Goose our cat was loving the warmth of the day as he passed out on the dog bed. During the energy class the horses were all wondering what we were doing

Wise words from @speters_dressage!! @dressagetoday

Some of this weeks sessions. The first is a student’s horse, such a lovely QH gelding who is working towards western dressage. Next is my boy, Pirro getting ready for under saddle work. Third is a student’s yearling lungeline/in-hand trail filly who recently won her yearling lungeline class at the Appy show in Olds. Enjoying all the variety this summer!

No wonder those 2 - 3 year olds can be so sassy, they're just big teenagers How old is your horse ? Mine are pushing 60 no wonder they enjoy a little extra TLC #equinetherapyforallages #horseyearstohumanyears #interestingperspective

Pirro is rather round after a very relaxing summer! Now that I dont have any courses coming up for the first time in a long time it is time to make him a priority again. We need to build up some stamina!

Here's a nice video that WDAA has put out to show riders what Western Dressage is all about and the differences from level to level.