In this powerful episode, Carmen Theobald, founder of Horse Sense North, joins Idongesit for an illuminating conversation about trauma, healing, and the deep connection between humans and horses. Carmen explains how equine-assisted work supports people navigating personal growth, leadership challenges, and even trauma recovery—particularly for first responders and caregivers. She reveals why horses are unparalleled emotional mirrors and how their presence can help us reclaim a deeper, more authentic version of ourselves.

Together, Carmen and Idongesit explore the cost of wearing emotional armor, the dangers of the hero complex, and how real healing happens when we make space for both strength and vulnerability. With real stories and reflective tools, this episode invites listeners to see beyond labels and lean into the gentle, honest guidance of animals. Whether you're in healthcare, caregiving, or simply human, this episode reminds you: you are not broken. Healing is possible.

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00:01 – The Meaning Behind “Horse Sense North”02:11 – Why Horses Help Us Heal05:20 – What Healing Looks Like Through Horse Work10:05 – The Harm of Labels in Healthcare14:29 – Trauma Among First Responders20:00 – Dangers of the Hero Complex24:13 – Holding Strength and Vulnerability Together29:24 – Listening Without Fixing34:45 – Introducing Horses to New Clients39:32 – Healing Horses Before They Heal Humans44:56 – Nervous System Mirroring in Animals50:27 – Final Message: You Are Not Broken

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