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Unlocking the Mind: Understanding the Central Governor Theory in Endurance Performance
The Central Governor Theory has reshaped how athletes, coaches, and researchers view fatigue and endurance. Traditionally, sports science...

Esther Nava
Dec 23, 20243 min read
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The Healing Journey with Horses: Understanding the Magic of Equine Therapy
The Silent Teachers Horses possess an extraordinary gift - they mirror our innermost feelings without judgment or pretense. Unlike...

Esther Nava
Dec 8, 20243 min read
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What Parts of Me Have I Outgrown, and What Parts Am I Still Holding Onto?
Personal growth is a delicate dance between evolution and attachment. On one hand, we yearn to expand, to step into our potential; on the...

Esther Nava
Nov 19, 20243 min read
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Everything You Need To Know About Personality
Personality psychology studies why different personalities develop and how they function. Read on to find out more about this fascinating...

Esther Nava
Nov 18, 20245 min read
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Everything You Need To Know About Extroversion
What is extroversion and does our level of extroversion matter?  If you’ve ever taken a personality test, it probably included an...

Esther Nava
Nov 18, 20245 min read
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Setting Healthy Boundaries: The Science Behind Reclaiming Your Life and Relationships
Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or taken advantage of? You're not alone. In today's hyper-connected world, many of us...

Esther Nava
Nov 17, 20243 min read
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Unlocking Your Brain's Potential: Why Moderate Exercise Beats High-Intensity Training for Cognitive Enhancement
If you've been pushing yourself through intense workouts thinking they're the best way to boost your brain power, recent science has some...

Esther Nava
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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Finding Flow in Classical Dressage: Unlocking Peak Performance Through Mind and Movement
In classical dressage, the moments when horse and rider move as one—where every transition feels seamless and every stride flows...

Esther Nava
Oct 20, 20245 min read
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The Impact of Stress Inoculation on Soldiers: A Modern Understanding of Hicks' Law
In the demanding environment of military operations, reaction time can be the difference between success and failure, life and death....

Esther Nava
Aug 4, 20242 min read
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3 Ways Visualization Can Benefit Your Life
Learn about Visualization and How to Incorporate It into Your Daily Life Visualization, also known as mental imagery, involves...

Esther Nava
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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The Effects of Pornography on the Brain
The Advent of Pornography into Society and Culture Pornography is a rather recent phenomenon that has emerged into society and remains...

Esther Nava
Jul 7, 20246 min read
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Joint Venture: Enhancing the Therapeutic Alliance through Equine-Assisted Therapy
The therapeutic alliance, the relationship between therapist and client, is a critical factor influencing therapeutic outcomes. Research...

Esther Nava
Jun 20, 20243 min read
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The Power of Goal Setting for Equestrian Athletes: Striding Towards Success
In the dynamic and demanding world of equestrian sports, setting goals is an essential strategy for achieving excellence. Athletes,...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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The Transformative Power of Altruism in Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy
In his 2017 work, Cozolino presents a compelling exploration of the neurological mechanisms underlying the therapeutic benefits of...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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Understanding the Polyvagal Theory: Human-Animal Interactions and Emotional Regulation
Human-animal interactions have long been a subject of interest in the fields of psychology and neuroscience. Stephen Porges' Polyvagal...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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The Grounding Power of Canine Companionship in Therapeutic Settings
The intricacies of human psychology are deeply interwoven with our physiological responses to perceived threats. According to Stephen...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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Unveiling the True Self in Children with Developmental Trauma through Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy (AAP)
Children with developmental trauma often bear the weight of profound shame and humiliation. This shame can arise from various sources,...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20242 min read
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Exploring the Therapeutic and Neurobiological Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy
Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) presents a unique intersection of psychotherapeutic and neurobiological benefits. By incorporating animals...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20242 min read
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The Transformative Power of Animals in Therapy
In recent years, the incorporation of animals into therapeutic settings has gained significant traction, and for good reason. This...

Esther Nava
Jun 15, 20244 min read
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Enhancing Remission through Flexible Thinking
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has long been recognized as a powerful tool in the treatment of various mental health conditions,...

Esther Nava
May 30, 20244 min read
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