Feeling comfortable

Connection is being attuned to the emotional state of another being, a desire to create collaboration, listening, the art of being present in a relationship, emotional connection and empathy. We can feel an instant connection when we first meet another being whether two feet or four paws, equally we may have to work hard at making that connection, feeling comfortable in their presence, understanding who they are and then being able to read their emotional state, depending on the closeness of the relationship. Dogs are pretty unique in the way that they tune in to human emotions. Paying REAL attention to our four pawed friend, need only take a few minutes at a time, but to be there and present in that time with them, can create connection and value. Over time they'll seek more of that connection with you. Building or improving the connection takes time. That's the hard bit, patience, listening, watching, being aware and commitment to being in the moment with them is all part of building the connection. We take time to train, but how connected are we as their trainer? Do we share jokes and story's or is it just pay and go? 1 Comment Heather Binns on 1st January 2019 at 12:44 am Iris – ‘Connection is being attuned to the emotional state of another being…..” – so very true!! Reply Submit a Comment Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Comment * Name * Email * Website Submit Comment Δ The Joy of Learning by Frances McCormack | 2nd August 2022 | Connection | 0 Comments Curiosity, discovery, success, confidence, understanding, growth: all of these things can nurture a joy of learning for its own sake Read More In praise of naughty dogs by Frances McCormack | 31st January 2022 | Connection , Life with Dogs | 14 Comments .. a desire for solutions to problems that weren’t problems until someone else outside of the relationship suggested they were. Read More Connection starts with invitation by Sarah Owings | 1st January 2019 | Connection | 15 Comments Connection thrives in the absence of expectations, a precious freedom that fills the space between two beings when there is no agenda, no time limit, no “have to get it done.” Read More Connection is a dynamic quantity by Silvia Franken | 31st December 2018 | Connection | 1 Comment Connection is a dynamic product of three ingredients: an emotional bond, memory and mental focus. Read More A deep trust and love for each other by Kay Laurence | 31st December 2018 | Connection | 8 Comments I learnt about connection with my horse Magnum. He was untouchable when he came to us,

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