THE MAGIC | Cavalos Bombeiros

is it magic?

What is the magic behind Equine Assisted Therapy?

What's the secret? Is it magic?

"Let a horse whisper in your ear

and breathe on your heart.

You’ll never regret it."

The relationship between humans and horses can be explored and analyzed from various perspectives—mythology, history, psychology, neurology, or science in general.

No matter the viewpoint, many would agree that the word "magical" perfectly captures the essence of their connection.

Stress reduction

Research shows that interacting with animals lowers blood pressure, reduces anxiety, boosts “feel-good” hormones, and decreases stress hormones.

emotional radar

To survive in the wild, they evolved to sense subtle changes in their environment, including the emotional energy of nearby humans and animals. This sensitivity enables them to read body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and even shifts in a person’s breathing or posture.

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Building BonDS

Animals have been shown to help facilitate relationship development between people, the presence of equines supports the development of a strong therapeutic relationship.

Mirror
Neurons

Horses mirror emotions in real time, becoming uneasy around anxiety or agitated energy and relaxed with calmness. They respond immediately to the energy they receive.

Their response is genuine, non-judgemental and authentic , horses don't lie!

Healing of
the heart

"The Horse-Human Connection is a dance of nervous systems, but at its core, a healing of the heart."

Dr. Rebecca Bailey

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TEamwork & Leadership

"Horse herds exemplify collective non-predatory power in action. They are adept at negotiating individual and group needs simultaneously. And they are living examples of the evolutionary advantage of mutual aid over competition. "

Linda Kohanov - The Power of the herd.

Lessons from the herd

Lessons in Leadership from the Herd

Herd leadership is dynamic and shared rather than hierarchical. By observing the behavior and interactions within a herd with curiosity, we can gain valuable insights into the workings of highly effective teams.

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Safe attachment

Horses do not carry preconceived notions, biases, or judgments, which makes them ideal partners for trauma survivors who may be hesitant to trust humans. Building a safe and trusting relationship with a horse can be an important first step in healing.