6 Minute English How are horses helping to heal humans?
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Dec 11, 2025 Discover the fascinating world of equine-assisted therapy, where horses play a crucial role in healing both physical and mental ailments. The hosts explore how activities like grooming and movement can reduce anxiety and aid in conditions like cerebral palsy. Hear personal stories, including Claudia's inspiring journey in building a horse therapy center. Learn about horses' incredible emotional sensitivity, which makes them perfect companions for those needing support. Plus, test your knowledge with surprising horse facts!
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Horses As Multifaceted Therapists
- Equine-assisted services use many horse-related activities to improve physical and mental wellbeing under one umbrella term.
- Activities range from feeling movement to grooming, each targeting different therapeutic needs.
Different Activities Yield Different Benefits
- Grooming a horse can calm anxiety while feeling the horse's movement can aid children with muscle disorders like cerebral palsy.
- Different interactions provide physical and emotional therapeutic benefits.
Surprising Horse Fact Engages Listeners
- The episode asks which surprising horse fact is true, prompting listeners to consider lesser-known traits.
- The reveal highlights horses' near 360-degree vision as an unexpected characteristic.