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Transformation Through Trust Guiding you and your animals on a transformational journey to greater trust, connection and self discovery.

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Choosing peace is a lot like choosing to get sober. We often want to do it for others, but when we do it for ourselves f...
12/01/2026

Choosing peace is a lot like choosing to get sober. We often want to do it for others, but when we do it for ourselves first, then others benefit.

We also often try to create peace for others—supporting, guiding, or even “fixing” them. But if we haven’t gone through our own self-learning, if we haven’t made the choice from a place that feels authentic, aligned, and empowered, the peace we’re trying to offer can’t be sustained.

Even with the Trust Technique, the trap can be trying to get peaceful just to stop a behavior in our animals. True peace starts with us, and everything else flows naturally from there.

I can remember days when I tried to force peace for myself or another, and it just didn’t work. Peace and unpeace can’t exist in the same place at the same time. Real transformation happens when we change our own mind about something—when we perceive things differently. As Maya Angelou said, “When you change the way you look at something, the thing you are looking at changes.”

You don’t meditate, get present, or find peace of mind once or twice and have it forever—just like one workout or one healthy meal doesn’t transform your body. It’s the consistent, authentic practice that creates lasting change.

I received this beautiful insight from a client recently:
“Four days of practicing it on myself regularly allowed me to see the pattern in another sentient being.”

Wow—how beautifully stated. Practicing what feels authentic and aligned for ourselves empowers us to truly support others—both people and animals.

Reflection for you:
Have you ever noticed that working on your own peace changed how someone—or your animal—responded?
What small practice helps you reconnect with peace for yourself, rather than trying to fix something outside?
I’d love to hear your experiences—share in the comments! 🌿

Sometimes when we have a few (or a lot😊) of animals it can feel like a lot of pressure to work with all of them. Setting...
11/01/2026

Sometimes when we have a few (or a lot😊) of animals it can feel like a lot of pressure to work with all of them. Setting an intention for how you want things to feel creates the environment far more than the "doing."

I used to tell clients that what they did, didn't matter as much as how they were being, but until becoming a Trust Technique practitioner I didn't have a way to teach that effectively.

Here is an example of results that happen when you let your being lead your doing.🥰

Had a very calm dog last night in the barn. The animals are way more chill with him now and the goats actually lay down with him moving around in the barn. One made a big show of getting comfortable on his table, pawing and making a noise that he just observed quietly. The minis tolerate him sticking his head in the window and they actually let him sniff their necks, even one who has had trauma in the past with a wild animal tearing his back open when he was a youngster. So I think they are picking up on his calmer nature now. He actually sat and lay down after all the hay was given out and he just listened to everyone blowing and chewing still lying down. I even went into the stall and took the minis blankets off as he just watched. I was able to stroke and pay attention to the horses without him whining and wanting attention.

11/01/2026

Even when I was taught this as a new dog trainer in 2006, it never made sense to me.

Leah Reactivity Workshop - Friday Jan 16th 3pm PTLeash reactivity isn’t a walking problem — it’s a state of mind and fee...
07/01/2026

Leah Reactivity Workshop - Friday Jan 16th 3pm PT

Leash reactivity isn’t a walking problem — it’s a state of mind and feeling.

This workshop is for anyone struggling with stressful walks who wants practical, realistic ways to reduce excitement and reactivity before the walk even begins.

✅We’ll start with practical foundations that everyone can use:

✅How excitement builds long before you leave the house

✅How routines and the leash itself create emotional reactions

✅What your body, posture, and focus communicate on a walk

✅Why practicing in calm, low-distraction spaces matters

✅How to create the conditions for calmer walks

You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of why calm can’t be forced, why effort often increases reactivity, and what’s missing in most training approaches.

For those who want more than management, we’ll briefly explore the idea that true change comes from trust, shared calm, and connection — and why learning how to lower thinking levels is the real shortcut for creating a cooperative, trusting relationship.

This workshop is educational, practical, and experiential — and a starting point for anyone wanting walks (and relationships) to feel more peaceful.

“Details in the comments 👇”

Jumping for joy today 🐾I’m so grateful to be supporting three amazing new clients and their beloved animals as they step...
04/01/2026

Jumping for joy today 🐾

I’m so grateful to be supporting three amazing new clients and their beloved animals as they step into a deeper journey of awareness, connection, and trust.

There is something truly special about witnessing those quiet moments—when a person softens… and their animal responds right alongside them.

It’s an honor to walk with both ends of the leash (and beyond) in this work.

Reminder 🌿I’m going live tomorrow, Sunday Jan 4 at 11am PTIntroduction to The Trust TechniqueI’ve shared a post with the...
03/01/2026

Reminder 🌿

I’m going live tomorrow, Sunday Jan 4 at 11am PT

Introduction to The Trust Technique

I’ve shared a post with the details below.

Come join us in Trust & Connection With Animals - Beyond Training

02/01/2026

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3 Trust-Based Strategies to Help Shift Your Pet's Behavior.

If you haven't joined my group yet don't miss out.

Going live in Trust & Connection with Animals-Beyond Training Sun Jan 4th 11 am PT for an introduction to Trust Technique.

Introduction to the Trust Technique As a dog trainer, I knew there was a missing link—until I discovered the mindful met...
02/01/2026

Introduction to the Trust Technique

As a dog trainer, I knew there was a missing link—until I discovered the mindful method that transforms not just animals, but humans too.

In this session, we’ll explore the principles behind the Trust Technique:

How real connection starts with understanding, not doing
How trust changes the way animals respond—and how we show up
Why this approach works for anyone who wants deeper, calmer, more meaningful relationships

This is an educational session—no training required—just insight and understanding that can change the way you see connection.

Sun Jan 4th at 11am PT LIVE in my group: Trust and Connection with Animals - Beyond Training (See featured post)

28/12/2025

I did not know this was possible until I started working with Trust Technique 🩷

I always knew animals picked up on our feelings, but starting to experience telepathic communication is fascinating and natural if we develop and allow..

As I advance with my training in the Pioneer Program one of my lessons is to practice more intuitive communication.

If you are looking for an amazing gift for yourself and your animals I highly recommend Messages of Trust. It is an intr...
22/12/2025

If you are looking for an amazing gift for yourself and your animals I highly recommend Messages of Trust. It is an introduction video course to the Trust Technique.

How you interact with your animals can create more peace of mind for both of you and have a ripple effect that positively impacts your life every single day!

See first comment for access to this beautiful way of creating a relationship based on Trust.

With the exchange rate it is under $20 Canadian right now!

18/12/2025

The first principle of the Trust Technique is Creative Reaction.

We create a space that the animals react to. We invite them to feel peaceful while helping them release any unpeaceful feelings that have been caused from past experiences.

In the beginning it took this boy over an hour of letting go before he could come to a relaxed place. Now he can accept the peaceful feeling I share which helps him feel confident and trusting.

15/12/2025

Have you ever heard someone say, “That animal needs boundaries”?

I’d like to offer a different perspective to sit with for a moment.

When an animal is reactive, it often means their boundaries have already been crossed.
Maybe not by you.
Maybe not intentionally.
But crossed nonetheless.

In my work with animals, I don’t focus on setting boundaries — I focus on respecting them.

Trust isn’t something I impose.
It’s something I earn by going at the animal’s pace — not only allowing space for self-regulation, but actively supporting emotional regulation through calm, connected interaction using the Trust Technique.

If someone were trying to earn your trust while you were anxious or fearful, how would it feel if they imposed boundaries from a reactive, demanding, or forceful state of mind?

Peace can’t be forced onto another being.

Peace can’t be created from frustration or fear.

And trust can’t be asked for while behaving in ways that feel unsafe.

What becomes possible when an animal feels safe enough to choose connection?

If this resonated or sparked a new way of thinking, you're welcome to share it. Some more animals could be met with understanding.

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