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The Tao of Equus - The Way of the Horse
Linda Kohanov's experiences with horse ownership has led her on a journey that she never would have imagined in her wildest dreams.
Read about what the horses in her life have revealed to her; a way of looking at the horse/human dynamic that goes far beyond "horse whispering." These books are full of thought-provoking ideas unlike any you've ever experienced. A whole realm exists outside the "predator/prey" dynamic that many horse owners have sensed the existence of, but were reluctant to acknowledge.
Kohanov's books are eloquent, rich, and well researched. You will find yourself reading about current findings in psychology and brain science right alongside references to the Bible and ancient mythology.
"The human habit of suppressing feelings is notoriously unsettling to a species that survives by being able to gauge a predator's intentions at a distance. A person who is "emotionally incongruent", who acts one way while feeling the opposite, appears dangerously out of focus to the equine awareness system."
"These horses are the "high sensitives" of the herd. Standard desensitization techniques can have an unexpected effect, making them withdraw or panic... they often end up at the killer's because they can't be 'fixed'."
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*Gina's note: "These books are some of my all time favorites. I review a LOT of material in consideration for our catalog - and whenever I pick up one of Linda's books I end up reading something that helps me through some struggle that I am experiencing. They technically are not how-to type horse training texts, but I can honestly say that I have learned more useful things about the dynamics of interacting with others (horses and humans) from these books than all others I've read combined."
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"Know the yang, but keep to the yin." Philosopher Lao-tzu's quote applies to modern life as much as it did 2,500 years ago. "Taoism is best known in popular culture for the 'yin-yang' circle, it's 2 interlocking tadpole like symbols representing the balance of opposites in the universe & in the human psyche: white & black, creation & destruction,
male & female, conscious & unconscious, sound & silence, doing something & doing nothing. To the relentlessly assertive, patriarchal Western mind, the Taoist picture of reality at first appears contrary to everything we believe because it asks us to consider the opposite of our normal inclinations." -page 38 -The Tao of Equus
Tao of Equus logo was designed by Linda Kohanov and is copyrighted.
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Tao of Equus Books - Series of 3 Books
Item #BKTOE - $24.95
The Tao of Equus Book
Hardcover 384 pages
The Tao of Equus - literally translates as "the way of the horse". Author Linda Kohanov is the owner of Epona Equestrian Services, an Arizona-based collective of trainers and counselors that explore the therapeutic potential of equestrian pursuits. Although she does discuss horse training and horse behavior, Kohanov is most interested in what horses can teach us. Moving beyond the realm of horse whispering, Kohanov studies how horses awaken intuition in humans while also mirroring our unspoken feelings and fears. At its core, this book reminds us to be mindful as we approach the horse-human relationship. Like human-to-human relationships, we have to do our own
personal and spiritual work before we can expect to create a meaningful and cooperative interspecies connection.
Read The Tao of Equus
Introduction and
Excerpt Pages 8-14
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Item #BKRBW - $22.95
Riding Between the Worlds
Hardcover 288 pages
Two years ago author and horse trainer Linda Kohanov wrote The Tao of Equus, a daring multidisciplinary exploration of the powerful spiritual, emotional, and psychological connections between people and horses. It created a worldwide demand for her workshops and lectures. She received over 1,000 letters from readers describing their own strange and wonderful experiences with horses. In Riding between the Worlds, Kohanov continues sharing the story of her own journey of healing and transformation further developing the ideas introduced in The Tao of Equus. The Tao of Equus laid the theoretical groundwork for expanding our emotional, mental, and spiritual view of horses, Riding between the Worlds concentrates on the extraordinary stories that
support this view.
Read Riding Between the Worlds
Excerpt Pages 128-135
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Item #BKWOH - $29.95
Way of the Horse Book
Third in the series. This is an interactive kit, including a 256 page hardcover book and a deck of 40 cards featuring the work of artist Kim McElroy
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Tao of Equus Ladies Caps
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Item #TCTOE - $19.00
Tao of Equus Ladies Caps
Six panel low profile twill construction, with smaller bill to better fit women. Back closure is brass slide buckle. Choose light pink or light blue
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Tao of Equus Hooded Sweatshirt
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Item #TSW-TOE - $58.00
Tao of Equus Hooded Sweatshirt
We love this sweatshirt so much that we are offering it in two colors this year. (see Hoofprints Ladies Sportswear) This full zip number is fully lined with soft stretchy thermal material (think: long johns) When we got the samples in - they immediately became everyone's favorite. It's a great all-weather jacket to throw on for whatever - you almost won't need a "real" coat. (unless you live somewhere really cold) Cotton/polyester blend washes and dries beautifully with no special attention. The only problem is the color - we can't tell if it's blue or lavender. The manufacturer calls it Periwinkle.
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Tao of Equus Longsleeve Denim Shirt
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Item #TDEN-TOE - $36.00
Tao of Equus Denim Shirt
Prewashed cotton denim is soft and comfortable the first time you put it on. Relaxed fit with lots of details - back yoke and locker loop, woodtone buttons, adjustable cuffs. Double needle stitching throughout for complete durability. Color: Light Blue.
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Tao of Equus Embroidered T-shirt
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Item #T-TOE - $19.00
Tao of Equus T-shirt
Your new old favorite T-shirt. Heavy preshrunk cotton - they stay true to size and won't twist out of shape with repeated washing. Color: Eggplant.
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Bumper Stickers
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Bumper Stickers
Price - $1.99 each or set of 3 for $4.99
Colorful vinyl stickers with just the right message. No more "Honk if you're . . ."!
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Celtic Horses Bookmark
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Item #BKM04
Pewter Celtic Horses Book Mark
Like so many things in life, it's often the small, cherished things that cheer us. Familiar objects do their part; a shell, a family photograph, or a favorite bookmark, given by a friend, emerging from the top of a new novel. A memorable small gift. Artful and indestructible, 100% lead free pewter, stainless steel blade
Price - $9.95
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