The Whispering Horses: Self Development and Coaching

08/08/2025

We had such a fabulous time at our last retreat day and the feedback was so positive that we've decided to hold another one!

Our last event was fully booked so please message either Rosie or myself asap to secure your place on this magical day.

Love Jo x

29/07/2025

A wonderful insight into our recent retreat day that I had the pleasure of facilitating with the lovely Rosie Withey - Emotional Wellbeing Coaching. We are offering another day in September together so please keep an eye out for further details.

29/07/2025

We had the most fabulous day on Sunday at our Retreat day and whilst I was pondering over my thoughts I felt compelled to share this one...

This Sunday was the first time I had separated the herd into two groups for an event. I used electric tape to split the yard and barn area into two equal areas and opened up a small paddock in each area as a distraction for each group. The horses who were not participating (for various reasons) had the better paddock which I assumed would keep them happy.

The participating horses were in a small paddock with a track around it so that the human attendees could walk around, stand, sit and observe the herd. Those horses did not have to interact with or come anywhere near us if they did not choose to.

Without exception every single horse came over to interact near the fence on their own terms and nearly all of them chose to spend the entire twenty minutes within a few feet of the group. There were no treats, food or fussing just hanging out in the same energetic space.

So what about the other group? The horses were so keen to come and interact that they left their grass to come and stand on yard areas that they always have access to observe the interactions. To clarify my horses get very little new and fresh grass at this time of year so it should have been an exciting treat. They had only had access to this new area for an hour or so but were more interested in watching humans stand a few feet away from the other group.

Now I know we can say that they are simply being curious and maybe they are, does it matter if that is all it is if it is the horses choice to interact. Can we say that horses definitely want to help heal, grow and teach us from this observation, well to me that is putting a human "doing" perspective on the moment. Can we say that horses voluntarily come into our space, stay with us whilst we think and feel, absolutely they do.

For us, the most important aspect is that the horse can leave as easily as they choose to arrive. They can leave the human, decide to not interact, if they then choose to stay in your space, to flick an ear your way or simply look at you that is often all that we need in that moment....

P.S the tape was taken down as soon as we were done and every was reunited and allowed to come and say "hi"

22/07/2025

Whilst our current group event is fully booked we will be offering further events in the near future and we also offer private sessions for individuals and groups.

I am also tailoring a bespoke 5 week RESET course which will be available from the 1st August 2025. Further details to follow..,.

22/07/2025

We are fully booked for this event but will be offering the same event in September so please follow our pages and book in early.

This is a wonderful opportunity to spend some quality time being supported and help in a space by two facilitators AND a herd of horses.

We will be offering quiet, reflective time, gentle meditations, time in nature, emotional support and guidance not to mention a homemade lunch!

If you feel pulled to take some time for YOU away from the stress of everyday life please message asap to ensure that you get the last spot.

We look forward to seeing you all...

The Retreat Day - 1 PLACE LEFT

Jo Simmons of Whispering Horses and I have designed the day with a simple structure and plenty of time and space for reflection – of self, the horses and your personal connection with the horses.

We are intending it to be a day which will help you to relax and reconnect with your heart, intuition and creativity.

Jo is an Equine Self Learning Facilitator with a Psychology BSc, is a Life Coach and Meditation Teacher. She runs a holistic livery yard in the Mendip Hills and offers coaching and Equine Therapy sessions.

If you would like to join us please visit https://rosiewithey.co.uk/article/retreat-day-in-the-presence-of-horses/ for more information.

15/07/2025

Bella and Roxy are best friends. Little Roxy has been her support since she arrived and shown her the ropes with great care. It’s no surprise that Roxy also does this with our human visitors. She is the kindest, sweetest and most empathetic horse. 💕🐴

10/07/2025

10/07/2025

The welfare of our horses is our top priority always. Here is the wonderful Lando keeping cool.

27/06/2025

Do you feel drawn to be the last place in this group? If something hits home, feels right, sits well then please message or email. You’d be joining something very special. We do have a few people who have expressed interest so please message asap if you want the last spot.

The Retreat Day - 1 PLACE LEFT

Jo Simmons of Whispering Horses and I have designed the day with a simple structure and plenty of time and space for reflection – of self, the horses and your personal connection with the horses.

We are intending it to be a day which will help you to relax and reconnect with your heart, intuition and creativity.

Jo is an Equine Self Learning Facilitator with a Psychology BSc, is a Life Coach and Meditation Teacher. She runs a holistic livery yard in the Mendip Hills and offers coaching and Equine Therapy sessions.

If you would like to join us please visit https://rosiewithey.co.uk/article/retreat-day-in-the-presence-of-horses/ for more information.

17/06/2025

Morning nap time with Newbie and Ebbs. Being around their calm energy is so soothing. Just being in their presence has been proven to help us regulate our nervous system which in turn helps us connect to our true self. 🐴❤️

02/06/2025

We have a truly special place here built specifically to ensure the horses have the best quality of life that we can possibly offer. I truly believe that in return they offer us so much more than they could in a beautiful, reciprocal flow of energy.

28/02/2025

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