Best Debono Moves Podcasts (2025)

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Something Shifted… and the Horse Knew 19:05

11d ago19:05

19:05

Send Mary a text! This episode shares inspiring stories of transformation through Debono Moves—where presence, support, and gentle guidance invite nervous systems to relax, horses to soften, and freer movement to emerge naturally. A shift in you creates change in your animals. Resources: Get your free videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circle…

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Hands That Listen: Transforming Your Approach to Animal Wellness 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

Send Mary a text! Discover how to shift from the conventional "fix-it" approach to animal bodywork to creating a tactile conversation with your animal's nervous system. Rather than attempting to stretch, release, or realign body parts, Mary Debono reveals how supporting the nervous system—the body's true control center—creates profound, lasting cha…

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Present Moment Magic: Mindfulness for You and Your Animals 16:14

1M ago16:14

16:14

Send Mary a text! What if the way to connect more deeply with your horse or dog wasn’t by doing more—but simply by noticing more? In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Life, Mary Debono explores how mindfulness, the simple act of noticing your present experience, can radically transform your life and the lives of your animals. You’ll learn ho…

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Your Animal’s Body is Talking—Are You Listening? 19:10

2M ago19:10

19:10

Send Mary a text! What if a simple, mindful touch could improve your dog’s or horse’s movement, comfort, and even emotional well-being? In this episode, Mary Debono shares how to use your hands and your heart to do a gentle “scan”—a profoundly simple practice that awakens awareness, fosters mobility, and strengthens your bond. You’ll learn: Why you…

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Pause, Process, Progress: The Value of Confusion 10:01

2M ago10:01

10:01

Send Mary a text! Confusion isn’t failure—it’s a signal that your brain (or your animal’s) is learning something new. In this episode, Mary Debono shares how embracing confusion can improve your movement, mindset, and connection with your horse or dog. Key Takeaways Confusion is a natural and valuable part of the learning process. Your nervous syst…

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Imagination: A Bridge to Deeper Connection with Your Horse or Dog 17:04

2M ago17:04

17:04

Send Mary a text! Would you like to use your imagination to deepen your connection with your horse or dog? In this episode, you’ll learn how to use your imagination to not only deepen your connection with your horse or dog but also increase the effectiveness of bodywork and training sessions. Key Takeaways: Your brain doesn't strongly distinguish b…

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The Transformative Power of Resonance with Your Horse or Dog 19:20

2M ago19:20

19:20

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono shares how cultivating resonance—a felt sense of connection between you and your animal—can profoundly transform your relationship with your horse or dog. Whether through hands-on Debono Moves, quiet companionship, or simply breathing together, resonance helps you tune in more deeply to your animal—and…

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How to Improve Your Horse’s Movement Through Connection, Not Control 15:03

2M ago15:03

15:03

Send Mary a text! Check out our Move with Your Horse Foundations group coaching program. 💥 🥳 Doors close soon! 💥 Many riders try to fix their horse’s movement challenges—stiffness, bending issues, or unevenness—by stretching, using stronger aids, or forcing a certain posture. But what if the real key to improvement isn’t about control at all? In th…

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Why Efficient Movement Matters for You and Your Animals 9:51

3M ago9:51

9:51

Send Mary a text! Discover why movement efficiency is crucial for humans, horses, and dogs alike. Learn how maladaptive movement patterns create wear and tear, while efficient movement reduces joint damage, increases power, and simply feels better—leading to more vitality and range of motion for all species. Resources: Want freer, more comfortable …

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Nervous Dog? Try This Body-Mind Approach 33:45

3M ago33:45

33:45

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono blends neuroscience, practical techniques, and compassionate understanding to give dog owners new tools for helping their anxious companions. By the end, you'll understand how to transform your relationship with your dog through physical and emotional connection, ultimately giving them the confidence t…

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Innovative Help for the Herd-Bound Horse 42:36

3M ago42:36

42:36

Send Mary a text! Mary Debono addresses a common challenge faced by many horse owners: the herd-bound horse. Rather than using punitive methods that cause more fear, Mary shares innovative, humane, and effective ways to help horses feel secure when separated from their herd. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing this natural behavior and wor…

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Why Fixing Your Animal Won’t Work—And What Does 29:23

3M ago29:23

29:23

Send Mary a text! What if the key to helping your horse or dog move with ease wasn’t about “fixing” them but connecting with them? In this episode, I challenge the idea of correction-based approaches and explain why true change happens through mindful support, not force. I introduce my Possibilities in Motion framework—a powerful yet simple way to …

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How Gentle Movements Can Help You, Your Horse, and Dog Feel Safer and Happier 29:05

4M ago29:05

29:05

Send Mary a text! Discover how the Feldenkrais Method® and Debono Moves use gentle movements to help you, your horse, and your dog feel safer and more at ease. Learn how mindful movement engages the nervous system, reduces tension, and fosters confidence—without force. Tune in for simple ways to enhance well-being for all! Resources: Want to sit in…

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Body Wisdom: The Bridge to Animal Connection 19:24

4M ago19:24

19:24

Send Mary a text! Discover how developing body wisdom through the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ creates a natural bridge to deeper animal connection. Learn to trust your innate physical intelligence, release unnecessary tension, and become a more responsive, intuitive partner for your horses and dogs. Resources: Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Cl…

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Setback or Reset? How to Reframe Challenges for You, Your Horses & Dogs 24:10

4M ago24:10

24:10

Send Mary a text! Learn how to reframe challenges as opportunities for growth in your journey with horses and dogs. Discover practical mindset shifts, movement strategies, and real-world examples that help you and your animals move better, feel better, and strengthen your bond together. Resources: Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click h…

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The Hardest Thing to Believe About Improving Yourself 35:14

4M ago35:14

35:14

Send Mary a text! Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click here for all the details on our new series. Effortless, Balanced Sitting: A FeldenkraisⓇ Movement Series ⬅️⬅️⬅️ Discover how lasting change can happen instantly and effortlessly through the Feldenkrais Method. Learn why struggle isn't necessary for transformation, experience a mini…

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Exciting Update: Our Podcast is Moving! Join Us... 4:26

5M ago4:26

4:26

Send us a text We're getting a new name! Please join us at Easier Movement, Happier Life: For You, Your Horses & Dog. Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click here for all the details on our new series. Effortless, Balanced Sitting: A FeldenkraisⓇ Movement Series Resources: Grab your FREE video training to help your dog. 🐕 https://www.mary…

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Exciting Update: Our Podcast is Now Easier Movement, Happier Life 4:43

5M ago4:43

4:43

Send Mary a text! If you’ve been listening to this podcast for any length, you know that I’ve been on a mission to help you and your horse/dog improve movement, connection, and well-being for you and your animals. For quite a while now, I’ve been hosting two separate podcasts: "Easier Movement, Happier Horses" and "Easier Movement, Happier Dogs." A…

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Reclaim Lost Time for What Matters Most 12:18

5M ago12:18

12:18

Send Mary a text! Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click here for all the details on our new series. The extra-early bird discount expires on Dec. 31, 2024, so act fast. It makes a great gift, too! 🎁 Effortless, Balanced Sitting: A FeldenkraisⓇ Movement Series ⬅️⬅️⬅️ Resources: 💥Learn how the Feldenkrais Method can help improve your seat…

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Your Personal Keystone: Unlock the Power of Lasting Change 17:49

6M ago17:49

17:49

Send Mary a text! Discover how selecting a keystone practice like Feldenkrais can create positive chain reactions throughout your life. Learn how gentle movement sequences can improve your riding, sleep, emotional resilience, and creativity while building a foundation for lasting transformation. Key Takeaways A keystone goal or practice creates pos…

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Improving a Horse’s Ability to Hold Up His Legs for Hoof Trimming 18:07

6M ago18:07

18:07

Send Mary a text! Discover how addressing your horse's entire body, especially back tension, can transform difficult hoof handling into a calm, cooperative experience. Learn gentle, effective practices that replace force with understanding, creating lasting positive change in your horse's hoof care routine. Key Takeaways: Resistance to hoof handlin…

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[Listener Favorite] Body-Mind Harmony: 4 Keys to Moving WITH Your Horse 30:43

6M ago30:43

30:43

Send Mary a text! Discover the four hallmarks of healthy movement that can improve athletic performance for you and your horse. Learn how effortlessness, breathing, reversibility, and posture reveal physical and emotional states, leading to better communication and partnership with your horse. Resources: 💥Learn how the Feldenkrais Method can help i…

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Where Your Hip Joints Really Are (And Why It Matters) 19:58

6M ago19:58

19:58

Send Mary a text! 💥Video: Finding Your Hips Joints 💥 Your hip joints hold the key to better riding – but only if you know where they really are. Learn why traditional approaches often fail and discover a gentle, proven process that creates lasting change for you and your horse using the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ. Most riders struggle with hip mobility be…

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Beyond Stretching: An Intelligent Approach to Flexibility 11:46

7M ago11:46

11:46

Send Mary a text! 💥Click here to lengthen your hamstrings without stretching! 💥 Discover why traditional stretching might be holding you back. Learn how the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ and Debono Moves offer a revolutionary, science-backed approach to improving flexibility and movement for both riders and horses - without the risks of conventional stretchi…

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Enjoy Freer Shoulders in Ten Minutes 3:51

7M ago3:51

3:51

Send Mary a text! 💥Important! Click here for your Freer Shoulders in Ten Minutes video.⬅️⬅️⬅️ Follow along with this video to make riding, grooming, and leading your horse easier and more enjoyable. By understanding the natural connection between your shoulder blade and rib cage, you'll discover how to have lighter, more independent hands - without…

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The Power of Breath: Your Secret Training Tool 21:26

7M ago21:26

21:26

Send Mary a text! Discover how changing how you breathe can transform your interactions with your horse. Learn practical ways to calm an anxious horse or enliven a "lazy" one, plus a Feldenkrais-inspired quadrant breathing lesson that can enhance your seat and connection! You'll learn: Why tension in your breathing affects your horse's responsivene…

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Feeling Stuck? Transform Your Horse Time Today 18:24

7M ago18:24

18:24

Send Mary a text! Feeling stuck in your horse routine? Discover practical, science-backed ways to refresh your horse time. From simple changes in daily habits to mindset shifts, learn how to reignite your passion and deepen your connection with your horse through novel experiences and mindful practices. Key Takeaways Small changes in routine can cr…

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Crafting Your Future: Make a Blueprint for Success 18:21

8M ago18:21

18:21

Send Mary a text! Let’s take a journey into the future—but not with a time machine. Instead, we’ll do a powerful mental exercise designed to help you shape the future you desire, whether it's improving your mobility, strengthening your relationship with your horse, or achieving new levels of well-being and connection. When we create a compelling “f…

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Mindset Magic: Reframing to Get Real Results 21:04

8M ago21:04

21:04

Send Mary a text! In this episode, we explore the concept of reframing and its impact on your equestrian journey. Host Mary Debono shares personal anecdotes and practical examples to illustrate how changing your perspective can revolutionize your approach to challenges, both in and out of the saddle. Mary emphasizes that reframing is not about suga…

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Discover the Key to Rounding Your Horse's Back 13:27

8M ago13:27

13:27

Send Mary a text! You can learn the secret to your horse being able to round the back easily. This episode explores how the sternum and ribs can help—or hinder—a horse's ability to collect, and introduces a gentle, hands-on method to help horses rediscover comfortable movement, leading to improved performance and well-being. You’ll also learn the d…

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Harmony in Motion: Exploring the Body-Mind Connection 16:27

8M ago16:27

16:27

Send Mary a text! In this episode, we delve into the importance of the body-mind connection with equine interactions. Host Mary Debono shares insights on harnessing this powerful link to improve your relationship with your horse and enhance your overall riding experience. Key topics include: Understanding the bidirectional nature of the body-mind c…

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How Gentle Hands-On Work with Your Horse Deepens Your Connection, Reduces Your Stress, and Boosts Well-Being 19:04

8M ago19:04

19:04

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono shares the unexpected benefits of Equine Debono Moves for both horses and humans. Inspired by Mary's studies in the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ, Debono Moves was originally designed to help horses move more freely and reduce tension. But as you'll hear, this gentle hands-on work can be a two-way street of heal…

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Sticky Learning: Varying Context for Lasting Improvement 10:54

9M ago10:54

10:54

Send Mary a text! In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Horses, Mary Debono continues her exploration of how to enhance your horse's learning and movement capabilities. Building on the principles of the Feldenkrais Method, Mary discusses the importance of changing the context during practice sessions to help both you and your horse better int…

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How Novelty Can Transform Your Horse’s Movement and Mindset 14:57

9M ago14:57

14:57

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono continues her discussion on how to work with your horse's existing habits to encourage ease and comfort. Building on concepts from previous episodes, Mary explains the importance of introducing novel, non-habitual movements that engage the horse's nervous system in a positive way. These movements do mo…

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Creating Safety in Movement: A New Way to Help Your Horse 13:28

9M ago13:28

13:28

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono builds on the previous discussion about why it’s crucial to work with, rather than against, a horse’s current movement patterns. Mary explains how supporting a horse’s tendency for spinal extension, for instance, can be the first step in helping the horse discover healthier movement options, like flexi…

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Why Your Horse’s Nervous System Resists Change—and What to Do About It 11:36

9M ago11:36

11:36

Send Mary a text! In this episode of "Easier Movement, Happier Horses," Mary Debono delves into the often-overlooked concept of working WITH a horse's current movement patterns, however "incorrect" we may think they are, instead of trying to force a change. Mary explains how many equestrians, in their desire to help their horses move better, may in…

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Movement Made Easy: Feldenkrais for Flexibility and Strength 20:26

10M ago20:26

20:26

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary tackles a common question: "Can you really increase flexibility and strength without stretching or pushing your limits?" Drawing from the Feldenkrais Method, Mary explains how improving body awareness and reducing unnecessary tension can lead to greater strength and flexibility. Whether you're an athlete or s…

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Move Better, Ride Better: 10 Weeks to a Stronger Horse-Human Connection 11:25

10M ago11:25

11:25

Send Mary a text! 💥Get all the program details here: https://tinyurl.com/mwyh-0824. 💥 Body, Mind, and Connection. These are the three pillars that support a harmonious connection with your horse. In this episode, you'll learn why - and how to strengthen those pillars. Unlock your potential as an equestrian with the Move with Your Horse Foundations …

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Harmony in Motion: Creating Lasting Improvements for Horse & Rider 46:27

10M ago46:27

46:27

Send Mary a text! 💥Want to learn more? Join the Move with Your Horse waitlist!💥 https://www.marydebono.com/joinhorse 🐴 In this episode, we conclude our six-step series on creating horse-human harmony. Step Six is the crucial final step: exploring and enjoying movement with your horse, both on the ground and in the saddle. Key highlights: - A compre…

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Unlocking Harmony: A Hands-on Approach for a Happier, Healthier Horse 30:05

10M ago30:05

30:05

Send Mary a text! 💥Get a free audio/video exercise at: marydebono.com/breathinghorse💥 Learn about Steps 3, 4, and 5 of the Six Steps to Creating Horse-Human Harmony. Discover how to use your hands to relieve your horse's tension and improve their movement and well-being. In this episode, you'll hear practical tips to help your horse feel more comfo…

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Unlocking Harmony: Intentional Breathwork with Your Horse 23:06

10M ago23:06

23:06

Send Mary a text! 💥Get your special gift at: marydebono.com/breathinghorse💥 Mary Debono explores step two of her six-step framework for creating harmony between you and your horse. This bonus episode focuses on the importance of intention, breath, and loving energy in connecting with your horse. Mary shares personal anecdotes and practical tips, al…

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Unlocking Harmony: Improve Your Movement, Improve Your Horse 35:31

11M ago35:31

35:31

Send Mary a text! In this episode, you'll learn all about Step 1 of the Six Steps to Creating Horse-Human Harmony. You'll hear Mary explain how enhancing your body awareness can lead to better communication, trust, and overall well-being for you and your horse. Mary Debono, an expert in the Feldenkrais Method and creator of Debono Moves, guides you…

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How to Create Horse-Human Harmony in Six Steps 23:31

11M ago23:31

23:31

Send Mary a text! To join the Move with Your Horse waitlist, click here! 💥 In this episode, we delve into the core issues that equestrians face, both for themselves and their horses. Whether it's stiff hips, an aching back, or a horse that's resistant or stiff, these concerns all boil down to one essential desire: achieving greater harmony with you…

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Mindset Shift: Unlock Equestrian Potential at Any Age 17:53

11M ago17:53

17:53

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono shares a transformative shift in her approach to helping riders achieve their best. Moving beyond the traditional focus on balance in the saddle, Mary introduces the concept of "biological optimism," highlighting the potential for improvement at any age or fitness level. Through her extensive experienc…

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Sensitive Horses: Building Trust and Connection 24:59

11M ago24:59

24:59

Send Mary a text! Have you ever wondered how to transform a sensitive, easily spooked, or defensive horse into a confident and relaxed partner? You'll hear about specific cases where observing subtle cues and applying gentle, supportive touch made a significant difference in a horse's emotional and physical well-being. We'll also explore the art of…

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Transforming Horse Training: Building Partnership and Mutual Respect 12:35

12M ago12:35

12:35

Send Mary a text! What if horse training could be more about partnership and mutual respect than following rigid regimes? On this episode of the Easier Movement, Happier Horses podcast, Mary Debono uncovers the transformative approach of facilitating learning opportunities for your horse. By focusing on what your horse already finds easy and gently…

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Body Awareness Breakthrough: Are You Sabotaging Yourself (and Your Horse)? 12:22

12M ago12:22

12:22

Send Mary a text! Can the way you think about your body transform your riding experience? Join me, Mary Debono, on the Easier Movement, Happier Horses podcast as we explore a crucial concept for equestrians: understanding the difference between using body parts in isolation versus independently. This might sound like a subtle shift, but it can lead…

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Why You and Your Horse Don't Need Fixing 33:48

12M ago33:48

33:48

Send Mary a text! Are there things about yourself or your horse that you'd like to fix? In this episode, I challenge the notion that you or your horse needs fixing. Instead, we embrace a holistic approach. Drawing on my 30 years of experience as a Feldenkrais teacher specializing in horses and riders, I explain how our nervous systems develop habit…

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The Surprising Benefits of Movement Improvement 24:52

1y ago24:52

24:52

Send Mary a text! Beyond better performance, learn how improved movement can boost confidence, reduce anxiety, and create a deeper connection between you and your horse. Discover ways to make saddling up a positive experience and explore a holistic approach to movement that unlocks a happier you and a happier horse. Beyond Performance: Boost Confid…

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Why You Should Think Twice Before Pulling on Your Horse’s Tail 13:57

1y ago13:57

13:57

Send Mary a text! Key Takeaways - Pulling on the tail can harm horses with back tightness, triggering a defensive response - Instead of pulling, support the tail forward to relax the muscles - Focus on building trust and offering new options to the horse - Prioritize somatic education and integrated movement over structural manipulation - Consider …

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