Shea Stewart, renowned craniosacral therapist and founder of Equine Balance (https://www.equinebalance.net), joins Rupert Isaacson in this enlightening episode to explore the intersections of quantum biology, mitochondrial health, and equine-assisted practices. With a wealth of knowledge in human and equine well-being, Shea unpacks the impact of natural light, electromagnetic fields, structured water, and movement on health. Whether you’re an equine-assisted practitioner, horse owner, or someone seeking to optimize your well-being, this conversation is packed with transformative insights. Learn more about Shea here: https://www.equinebalance.net/about-us/

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The Role of Craniosacral Therapy in Human and Equine Health (Starts at 04:44)
  • How Shea’s journey into craniosacral therapy began.
  • The impact of craniosacral therapy on the nervous system, fascia, and overall well-being.
• Understanding Mitochondrial Health and Energy Production (Starts at 17:54)
  • Why ATP is essential.
  • How equine-assisted practitioners can optimize mitochondrial function for themselves and their horses.
• How Lighting Affects Equine and Human Well-being (Starts at 28:42)
  • The disruption of circadian rhythms by artificial lighting.
  • Practical solutions for barns and therapeutic settings.
• The Power of Natural Light and Circadian Rhythms (Starts at 42:45)
  • Importance of exposure to natural sunlight for sleep, mood, and energy regulation.
• Grounding, Electromagnetic Fields, and Their Effects (Starts at 56:02)
  • How EMFs impact mitochondrial function.
  • How to create healthier spaces for horses and clients.
• Cold Exposure and Seasonal Well-being (Starts at 1:14:22)
  • The benefits of cold exposure.
  • How it connects to vitamin D production, inflammation reduction, and resilience.

Memorable Moments from the Episode:

• The connection between quantum biology and equine-assisted therapy (12:03).
• How light exposure affects neurotransmitters like serotonin and melatonin (30:18).
• A discussion on why fly masks and blankets can impact mitochondrial function (49:52).
• The surprising ways equine-assisted therapy helps regulate brain activity (1:07:15).
• Why turning off WiFi at night can improve equine and human sleep quality (1:22:40).
• Practical strategies for optimizing barn lighting to support equine well-being (1:36:27).

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