Animals & Us - Voices of a New Paradigm Avantika Mathur & Dr. Barbara Shor

In this episode, we sit down with a canine behaviour pro, Rachel Gabriel, and hear about her insights gained from a lifetime of working with our four-legged friends.
Rachel opens up about the journey that led her to her remarkable work, building relationships and trust with dogs and helping them thrive. We explore concepts like pack mentality and the importance of being a pack leader in our dogs' lives, shedding light on the nuances of discipline and the balance between corrections and positive reinforcement.
We dove into her passion and years of observation of canine psychology, discussing different forms of aggression and the best approaches to handling them. Rachel offers invaluable advice on choosing the right dog for you, navigating breed tendencies, and seamlessly introducing a new canine family member into your home.
Rachel truly "speaks dog" and understands canines as energetic beings. We talk about whether they can read our minds, and how we can deepen our connection with them on a deeper level.

In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Jeff Feinman, a molecular biologist, devout researcher and a pioneering figure in the field of veterinary medicine. Driven by a commitment to holistic care, Dr. Jeff delved into the realm of homeopathy, recognizing its potential to offer profound healing where conventional therapies fell short. His dedication to mastering this ancient healing art led him to become the first Certified Veterinary Homeopath in Connecticut. He's a passionate educator, and is committed to advancing holistic veterinary medicine and nurturing a healthier, more balanced world for all beings.

We had a heartwarming conversation with Dr. Jeff, asking him what he thought about animal communication, and how this intersects and overlaps with medical care for animals. He talked to us about what drew him into this topic of the energetic and spiritual worlds of animals. He shares his personal journey with us, and tells us why this way of thinking can be powerful for ourselves and our animals.

Dr. Jeff is one of the founding members of the Human Animal Spiritual Network, a group of veterinary professionals who met at the 2023 International Multispecies Methods Research Symposium. He's also the founder and CEO of Holistic Actions!, a resource hub for people who have companion animals. Their mission is to help our animals live long, healthy lives by bridging the gap between holistic care and conventional veterinary medicine with
positive, practical actions rooted in nature and energy medicine.

To learn more about Dr. Jeff's work, please visit https://www.holisticactions.com/

In this episode, we dive into the world of meditation-based Animal Reiki with Leah D'Ambrosio, Co-Founder and Vice President of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA). With over 400 members across 85 shelters worldwide, SARA focuses on supporting rescued animals and their caregivers through the transformative power of meditation.
Leah shares her journey working with animals and tells us about her mission is to empower people to develop healing connections with their animals. We explore the inception and growth of SARA since 2008, emphasizing their commitment to respect and honor animals as individuals with agency.
We talk about the unique approach of meditation-based Animal Reiki and its benefits for shelter animals. Leah sheds light on the "Let Animals Lead" method, highlighting the importance of not viewing animals as "broken" and the role of agency in the connection.
Leah also shares insights on connecting with wild animals, even in zoo settings, and how acknowledging animals as teachers can impact our interactions with them. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the significance of finding peace within ourselves for the well-being of animals and the natural world.
Tune in to discover how meditation and mindfulness can create healing connections with animals, and learn practical insights on connecting with our nonhuman companions in meaningful ways. Leah shares many heartwarming stories and examples of the power that we can each have when we create a shared space of tranquility and peace with an animal.
For more information about Leah D'Ambrosio and the Shelter Animal Reiki Association, visit:

https://shelteranimalreikiassociation.org/
https://www.animalreikisource.com/

Have you ever locked eyes with an animal and sensed a world of emotion behind their gaze? That's precisely the phenomenon Dr. Bradley Nelson, a trailblazer in holistic wellness, delves into during our riveting sit-down. We unravel the stories of emotional healing that transcend species, starting with a horse whose mysterious symptoms paved the way for Dr. Nelson's transformative Emotion Code and Body Code systems, which, as it turns out, are as applicable to our furry and feathered friends as they are to us.

In a world where a chicken's aggressive behavior can be mitigated by addressing their emotional baggage, Dr. Nelson's work pushes us to recognize the profound interconnectedness we share with animals. Our conversation wades through the emotional landscapes of creatures great and small, from companion animals to thoroughbred racehorses, and the ways in which energy healing techniques are rewriting their stories. It's an exploration that beckons us to widen our circle of empathy, acknowledging the emotional depth and inherited traumas that span the animal kingdom and the impact this understanding has on elevating global consciousness.

We discuss how the power of intention, love, and gratitude can reach across the quantum field to heal, regardless of distance. By tapping into the subconscious—the binary computer within—we uncover how muscle testing can guide us to the silent whispers of wisdom lying beneath our conscious thoughts.


Information about The Emotion Code and The Body Code:

The Emotion Code® is a powerful and simple method that is designed to give you the tools to identify and release your trapped emotions, eliminate your “emotional baggage,” and open your heart and body to more love, happiness and connection. The revised and expanded edition of The Emotion Code® book includes over 60 new subsections, dozens of new testimonials, definitions of emotions, a new chapter on inherited emotions, new information on the Heart-Wall™, and more details on the process of clearing trapped emotions. The Emotion Code™ is a distinct and authoritative work that has become a classic on energy self-healing.
 
The Body Code is based on the simple premise that the body is self-healing and knows what it needs in order to thrive and flourish. The Body Code method allows readers to tap into this inner knowing, and find imbalances in 6 key areas―Energies, Circuits and Systems, Toxicity, Nutrition and Lifestyle, Misalignments, and Pathogens―that are the root causes of our physical, mental and emotional issues. By identifying and releasing these imbalances, readers become empowered to activate their body’s innate healing power.
Featuring a foreword from George Noory, host of Coast to Coast AM, and filled with powerful first-hand accounts of healing, hundreds of color illustrations, and concrete, actionable steps, The Body Code is a road map to healing based in deep study of the human body, time-proven ancient practices, and the unlimited power of the subconscious mind.

Learn more about Dr. Nelson's work at https://discoverhealing.com

You can also check out his 2 books:
The Emotion Code: How to Release Your Trapped Emotions for Abundant Health, Love and Happiness, with forward by Tony Robbins
The Body Code - Unlocking Your Body's Ability to Heal Itself

In our journey through life, we all seek solace, peace, and understanding, but oftentimes we overlook a place we can find these. Today's enriching episode takes us on an exploration of the often-untapped sources of tranquility and wisdom found in nature and animals. We weave through my personal stories and those of our guest, healer, counselor, and mentor, Kari Lesick. 

Kari reveals a fascinating world where humans and animals communicate, sharing her diverse experiences from bonding with orangutans and elephants in Southeast Asia to practicing various healing modalities like body talk and hakomi. She shares how she's found comfort in nature during turbulent times, emphasizing the importance of creating moments to connect with nature's elements either physically or intuitively. We also discuss the importance of grounding ourselves through sensory exploration, using our imagination to connect with nature, and the role of sensory experiences in coping with loss, particularly the loss of a beloved animal companion. 

As you listen, remember to slow down. Be present. Look for ways to connect with the natural world in your daily life. Our hope is that this conversation inspires you to see the beauty and interconnectedness of all life forms. 

For more information about Kari, visit her website at https://www.karilesick.com. 
You can also find her on Instagram @karilesick.

Tune into this interview with Dr. Barbara Shor at the Sacred Paws Summit in October 2023. This event was organized by Holistic Actions!, a resource hub for optimizing the quality of life of our companion animals. Their resources, weekly webinars, and community forum are there to help loving pet parents care for their furry friends with confidence and support. Their goal is to help your the animals live long, healthy lives by bridging the gap between holistic care and conventional veterinary medicine with
positive, practical actions rooted in nature and energy medicine.

In this episode, Jeff Feinman, veterinarian and founder of Holistic Actions! sits down to ask Barbara questions about her spiritual journey with the wisdom and guidance of the animals.

For more information about the event, visit https://www.holisticactions.com/pet-summit-2023.