Emelie has been working fulltime since 1995 with empathic communication with other species, non-hierarchal riding and handling of horses, alternative treatments such as acupuncture, homeopathy and herbal medicine. She has published three books on these subjects. She runs a school with mainly horses and other species for empathic interbeing. This school is a farm that is a sanctuary for around 170 animals of different species - not to mention plants and surrounding nature. Books: All the King's Horses - if you wish to purchase a copy, email Emelie. Zander och Tiden (Swedish) Website: friendsofmio.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded March 5, 2023 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Emelie Cajsdotter and her work with animals 00:06:47 - An Invisible Wall Removed 00:12:33 - The Gap Between Personal Gain and Common Reality 00:18:23 - The Visionary Potential of Horses 00:24:35 - The Struggle Between the Ego and the Soul 00:30:18 - The Love for Existence 00:36:25 - Ego and the Dehumanization of Others 00:42:31 - The Spiritual Path and the Cycle of Life 00:48:31 - The Balance of Life and Death 00:54:22 - The Experience of Being a Mosquito 01:00:14 - The Journey to Enlightenment 01:06:04 - Conversations with Animals 01:11:59 - Communication with Plants 01:18:03 - Transitioning to an Enlightened Society 01:24:11 - The Birth and Rebirth of the Individual 01:30:35 - The Journey of Life and Death 01:36:33 - Cultivating Compassion and Connection with Animals 01:42:23 - The Longing of Those Who Cannot Come 01:48:09 - Creating a Non-Judgmental and Safe Environment 01:54:15 - Giving and Receiving in Artistic Work 02:00:12 - The Circular Nature of Life and Reincarnation 02:05:25 - Reaching out for Help in Difficult Times 02:10:28 - Conversations with Animals and the Power of Influence