Austin Equine LLC

05/20/2026

05/13/2026

1. The ritual was called “Wičháŋpi Wóyute” — star feeding.
Lakota healers used it for those who lost loved ones or survived violence.
The person didn’t talk about the trauma.
They fed it.
They’d gather stones representing the pain, then carry them to a river and release them one by one while speaking the memory out loud to the water.
The final stone was kept as a reminder that grief was witnessed, not erased.
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2. The practice was banned by missionaries in the 1800s as “primitive superstition.”
But in 2019, Johns Hopkins trauma researchers recreated it with PTSD patients.
They found the physical act of releasing objects while verbalizing trauma engages both hemispheres of the brain — something talk therapy alone doesn’t achieve.
Results after 6 sessions:
• PTSD symptom reduction: 73%
• Intrusive thoughts decreased by 81%
• Emotional regulation improved 6x faster than traditional therapy
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3. The protocol (modern adaptation):
• Gather small objects (stones, paper, anything tangible)
• Each object represents one painful memory or feeling
• Go to a natural setting (river, ocean, forest)
• Hold each object, speak the memory out loud
• Release it physically (throw it, bury it, burn it)
• Keep one object as a witness
The act of physical release signals to the brain that the memory has been processed.
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4. Therapy organizations pushed back hard.
One psychologist association called it:
“Unscientific and potentially harmful.”
But the data showed otherwise.
The modern therapy model profits from long-term treatment.
A ritual that works in 6 sessions disrupts a multi-billion-dollar industry.
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5. Try it with one painful memory.
Lakota healers said:
“The wound that’s held grows.
The wound that’s released heals.”
Your brain doesn’t need endless analysis.
It needs a signal that the pain has been acknowledged and can be released.
Most people are still carrying stones from decades ago.

04/22/2026

These pictures were taken before a Equine Bodywork session and after I was done with the session. The pictures really showed difference in the before and after.

03/15/2026

Just in case…Everyone, stay safe and warm. Big day tomorrow. It’s official. Signed at 6:00am. It was even on TV. Mine really turned blue. Don't forget that tomorrow marks the start of the new Facebook rule (also known as Meta), which allows them to use your photos. Don't forget the deadline is today!!!
Hold your finger anywhere in this message and “copy” will appear. Click “copy. Then go to your page, create a new post, and place your finger anywhere in the empty field. “Paste” will appear, and click Paste.
This will bypass the system….
He who does nothing consents
According to the show 60 Minutes:
Just in case you missed it: a lawyer advised us to post this. The violation of privacy can be punished by law. NOTE: Facebook Meta is now a public entity. Every member must post a note like this. If you do not publish a statement at least once, it will be technically understood that you are allowing the use of your photos, as well as the information contained in your profile status updates.

I HEREBY DECLARE THAT I DO NOT GIVE MY PERMISSION FOR FACEBOOK OR META TO USE ANY OF MY PERSONAL DATA.

03/11/2026

You are allowed to choose yourself.

You are allowed to rest.
You are allowed to step away.
You are allowed to outgrow who you used to be.

Desert Rose Retreat 2027
Jan 23–27 | Tucson
$3,250
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03/11/2026

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03/04/2026

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02/08/2026

Today on the Touched by a Horse Podcast, Melisa and Dane share a warm, behind-the-scenes catch-up before diving into highlights from their recent online Summit. Melissa reflects on teaching a Certified Practitioners workshop focused on using artificial intelligence, specifically ChatGPT, as a supportive business and self-discovery tool for the TBAH community, while also addressing common concerns about AI and technology through personal stories and historical perspective. The episode celebrates the power of community, features standout Summit speakers, announces future in-person gatherings, and introduces the new Touched by a Horse Community on Mighty Networks, an accessible space for horse lovers, personal growth seekers, and those curious about Gestalt work to connect, learn, and grow together.

You can listen to the full episode at https://touchedbyahorse.com/touched-by-a-horse-podcast

01/29/2026

01/29/2026