By being in the presence of the horse, both our central nervous system and theirs, can be regulated. They have honed this ability through thousands of years of non-verbal communication within the herd in the wild for survival. Did you know that their heart is five times the size of ours? Not only does this amazing organ respond to threat effectively, it also is able to facilitate regulating the central nervous system of others around it. This brings calmness and a centred awareness in the present moment, enhancing the stillness generated through meditation practice.

There is much research highlighting the benefit of heart-brain coherence, a state of inner balance that supports emotional regulation, clarity, and resilience. Practices that cultivate this coherence — such as meditation — help calm the nervous system and bring greater self-connection. When these principles are combined with intentional time around horses, the naturally attuned, calming presence of horses supports participants in anchoring more deeply within the self. With a heart-centered approach, One Herd Meditation Circle works with the intuitive, present energy of horses to create a supportive space for participants to settle into the stillness within and experience embodied nervous system regulation.

A meditation session with the horses involves breathwork to prepare the physical body for meditation, a brief grounding before and after meditating in nature, with the horses in close proximity to you. I offer monthly group meditations with the herd. Please contact me for further inquires if you would like to custom create your personal meditation experience.