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Sticky Learning: Varying Context for Lasting Improvement

Sticky Learning: Varying Context for Lasting Improvement

FromEasier Movement, Happier Life


Sticky Learning: Varying Context for Lasting Improvement

FromEasier Movement, Happier Life

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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Sep 12, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Horses, Mary Debono continues her exploration of how to enhance your horse's learning and movement capabilities. Building on the principles of the Feldenkrais Method, Mary discusses the importance of changing the context during practice sessions to help both you and your horse better integrate new skills. By varying the environment and position or activity,  both you and your horse can experience more effective learning, leading to sustained improvements in movement, emotional well-being, and overall resilience. Mary provides practical examples and encourages listeners to experiment with these ideas in their everyday routines. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or just beginning your journey, this episode offers valuable tips to help you and your horse move more easily and happily together.Key Takeaways:Varying Context: Changing the environment and context during training helps solidify new movement patterns for you and your horse.Feldenkrais Insights: The Feldenkrais Method teaches that learning is more effective when practiced in different contexts, making it easier to integrate into daily life.Improved Resilience: By practicing movements in various settings, you can help your horse become more resilient to stress and better able to adapt to new situations.Practical Application: Experiment with different contexts to reinforce learning and improve your horse's movement and emotional well-being.Resources:?Learn how the Feldenkrais Method can help improve your seat, position, and balance on your horse! Free rider videos masterclass: https://www.marydebono.com/rider ?Email mary@marydebono.comAll information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical, veterinary, or professional training advice. Always use extreme caution when interacting with horses.   
Released:
Sep 12, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Do you want to create a life with horses that nourishes body, mind and spirit? Do you value self-awareness, curiosity and kindness? You’re in the right place! In this podcast, we’ll cover an array of connected topics. We’ll discuss how to improve body awareness, flexibility and balance for both you and your horse. We’ll explore how anxiety and tension affect horses and humans, and what you can do to promote relaxation and confidence. Since your thoughts affect not only you, but your horse as well, we’ll delve into emotional awareness, mindset and how to develop your intuition. All these topics can deepen your connection with your horse. And we know that a strong human-equine connection not only improves your body and mind, but it can nurture your spirit as well. So please join Feldenkrais® teacher, international clinician and bestselling author Mary Debono each Thursday as she helps you enhance your movement, mindset and connection with horses.