01/29/2024
Did you know horses can engage in co-regulation just like humans can with each other? Breathing together, light touch, and using a soothing voice are all examples of ways we might help others emotionally regulate. Luna historically gets very anxious having her hooves trimmed by the farrier. Here I was doing my best to help her stay regulated by keeping my own nervous system regulated, and then sweet Penny joined in with her own supportive co-regulation. I’ll never tire of the way she rests her chin on my shoulder and breathes calmly 🥹❤️
