Animals & Us Podcast

07/08/2024

🌟 New Episode Alert! 🌟

Wonder what it’s like to get research animal communicators and our ability to telepathically communicate with animals?

Join us for an inspiring and heartwarming conversation with Dr. Vanessa Wjingaarden, a social anthropologist, filmmaker, and passionate researcher with a love for animals. Vanessa has spent years immersing herself in the lives of East-African Maasai communities, creating award-winning documentaries that highlight their rich cultural heritage and deep connection to their environment and animals.

In this episode, Vanessa dives into her groundbreaking research on intuitive interspecies communication (IIC), sharing insights from her studies with animal communicators across Europe and Africa.

We talk about Vanessa’s exciting innovative project, “Animal Communicators: Intuitive Communication as a Key to Dialogic Multispecies Methods.”

Vanessa’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and a commitment to understanding the world around us.

12/03/2024

Hello everyone! I've got an extra ticket for sale for Dr. Jane Goodall's 90th birthday celebration in Vancouver on April 12th. Let me know if you're interested or know anyone who might be 💖

06/02/2024

Do you know the difference between compassion and pity? If you work with animals, you’ll want to hear this discussion about the difference between those two emotions and their energies ❤️

06/02/2024

Is it hard for you to go into shelters or zoos? Do they make you feel sad about the state that the animals are in? Tune into this uplifting and motivating episode where we talk to Leah D’Ambrosio, the cofounder of . Leah talks to us about the Let Animals Lead meditation-based Reiki practice that we can take with us wherever we go to create a peaceful, harmonious, loving and compassionate environment for the animals.

02/02/2024

Oh we get into so much good stuff in this episode! Tune into our newest episode with Leah D’Ambrosio. We really get into the depths of the relationships that are possible with animals when we come from a place of love and respect.

20/01/2024

17/01/2024

In the world that lies ahead, a big shift awaits us all. Communication with animals will transcend the boundaries of human language, creating a profound connection between species. Our hearts will guide our actions, fostering empathy, understanding, and harmonious coexistence.

05/01/2024

We’re all tapped into universal intelligence🦉🐗🪱🐌🐬🦧🦓🐏🦜🦨🦥🕷️

01/01/2024

Our subconscious minds, and those of animals too, are like computers that hold immense intelligence about us and our bodies. Through the methods he’s developed, Dr. Nelson teaches us how to tap into the subconscious mind, and ask it exactly what’s going on. His methods are so simple that even a child can do it. And, guess what? They can be used on animals too 🐕🐎🦆🐬🐄 Tune into this episode to hear him talk about the divine source that our consciousness comes from and how it has all the answers to guide us to optimal health and well being ❤️

15/12/2023

We just wanted to let you know…❤️

09/12/2023

In Episode 21, we dive into the art of finding peace, wisdom and support in nature. Tune into this conversation to hear more about why Kari spends so much time on the land, with nature, with animals. She reminds us all to pause and breathe, and use all our senses to connect with life that surrounds us all the time. Kari Lesick

01/12/2023

We’re so happy to be sharing this new episode with all of you. Barbara and I sat down with our dear friend, Kari Lesick - a beautiful human being who has many gifts and talents. She is able to help us tune into the wisdom, guidance and support that all beings have to offer us. Through challenging times, she is able to help people anchor themselves to the laws of nature, reminding them of their own inner strength and resilience. Tune in to hear about her heartwarming and profound experiences with orangutans, elephants, trees, the land itself. She’s a deeply intuitive and connected interspecies communicator and Hakomi practitioner (a form of mindfulness-centered somatic psychotherapy) who has beautiful words of wisdom to share with all of us.

Kari Lesick

18/11/2023

Beautifully articulated words by researchers studying animal communication. The goal is to better understand animals by using intuitive forms of communication between different species. As humans, we tend to assume we know what animals need or want without actually asking them.

14/11/2023

Ever wondered about the role of animal guides in your spiritual journey? Embark on a soulful exploration as Dr. Barbara Shor patiently guides us into the mystical realm of animal guides through meditation. This episode is a comforting space for inquisitive minds who are yearning to connect or maybe even reconnect, with their animal guides. Whether you’re familiar with this concept or new to it, Barbara creates a safe and sacred space where you can purposefully invite your animal guide into your conscious awareness.

With an emphasis on trusting your intuitive feelings and the images that arise, get ready to embrace the loving energy of Mother Earth and the divine source.

Link in bio! And the episode is up on our podcast too!

12/11/2023

And so it is ❤️✨

01/11/2023

**New episode**
A conversation between two veterinarians about what’s missing in veterinary training, the deeper, spiritual connection we can have with animals.

18/10/2023

The Animal Communicator and Healer Summit is starting next week! Tune in on Monday, October 23rd to hear Barbara speak.

05/10/2023

We asked Kara what she would do if she could wave a magic wand and this is what she said.

Join us for a conversation with the wonderful Kara Daniels, as she tells us about how she connects and communicates with the wildlife near and around her home, and is very conscientious about her co-existence on the land with them.
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02/10/2023

*New episode alert*
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What’s it like talking to trees, ants, bees and horses?

Join us in this episode as we learn how Kara’s passion for wildlife biology and conservation found its way to intuitive communication with animals and trees.

She tells us about what it’s like to talk to trees, to receive healing energy from them, and to be guided by their wisdom.

Kara shares with us how she went about transforming her own garden at home, by asking the wildlife what they needed from her and from that space. She spoke to the bees, the hawks, the ants and many more species to create a thriving environment for them all.

Check it out!

28/09/2023

What are the animals trying to tell you? ❤️✨

14/09/2023

These words warm our hearts and remind us why we do what we do ❤️🙏🏽 We’re here to learn, inspire, wonder and dream together as we all move along this journey of better understanding our furry, feathered and finned friends.

Your support fuels our passion, and we promise to keep bringing you more insightful conversations, heartwarming stories, and valuable teachings. Together, we hope we can all make our planet a better place for animals.

So stayed tuned for more episodes that touch your soul and deepen your connection with the animal kingdom. 🌍🐾

Thank you for being a part of the Animals & Us family! ✨🤗

Don’t forget to share your thoughts and experiences with us - we’re just a DM or comment away! 💌

07/09/2023

One remarkable example of compassion and empathy in animals is seen in rats.

Studies have shown that rats will go out of their way to help other rats in distress.

They'll even forgo a tasty treat to release a trapped cagemate, demonstrating a level of empathy and altruism that's quite surprising for such small creatures.

This behavior suggests that empathy and compassion can be found in a wide range of species, not just those with advanced cognitive abilities.

Big or small, all animals have realities that are often beyond our knowledge and even comprehension. The more we learn about them, the more there is to appreciate ❤️

Certainly! Here are some hashtags you can use for a post about rats' empathy:

07/09/2023

In a world that sometimes feels uncertain, remember that hope is a beacon guiding us forward. Now, more than ever, is the time for transformation. 🌟

Let's be the carriers of positivity. Spread light, love, compassion, peace, joy, and hope to every soul you encounter each day. This simple act can be the spark that ignites a ripple of change, and together, we can change everything. ✨

05/09/2023

🎙️ **New Episode Alert!** 🎙️

Dive into the world of telepathic animal communication with our guest, Laura Appleman, on the latest episode of "Animals and Us - Voices of a New Paradigm." 🐾✨

Laura's journey from laboratory sciences to energy healing, dog training, and animal communication is nothing short of inspiring. She's here to share her insights into communicating with our furry friends, helping them through health challenges, and understanding the unique roles they play in our lives. 🐶🐱🐾

In this heartfelt conversation, you'll discover how Laura's left-brained analytical approach supported her in the realm of animal communication.

Her story of resilience and self-discovery can inspire us all to find our own path, especially if we’re seeking a deeper connection with our animal companions. 🌟

Join us as we explore the profound bonds between humans and animals, and learn how telepathic communication can transform your relationship with your furry family members. 🎧❤️

Tune in now!

09/08/2023

Embracing the wisdom of John Muir: 'In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.'

08/08/2023

Unveiling the Silent Language: Exploring Telepathic Connection with Elephants.

Dive into the mesmerizing world of telepathic communication with elephants in our latest episode! 🎧

Join us as Dr. Barbara Shor takes us on a captivating journey through a chapter from her new book "Soul of the Wild: The Wisdom of Elephants - Book II."

Barbara delves deep into the realms of telepathic connection, sharing insights that challenge traditional beliefs and open doors to a world of empathy and unity. 🌍❤️

Tune in to discover the secrets of how these gentle giants communicate beyond words, and how understanding their wisdom could transform our relationship with the animal kingdom.

🌱✨ Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that explores the power of silent connection and the potential to foster love and respect for all living beings.

08/08/2023

Insects may seem scary to some, but they are extraordinary creatures with remarkable qualities.

Did you know that ants work together in intricate colonies, showing immense intelligence and teamwork? 🐜

Or that bees communicate through intricate dances to share vital information with their hive? 🐝

Even butterflies, with their delicate beauty, showcase incredible migratory feats across continents. 🦋

Let's take a moment to appreciate the emotional and empathic side of these tiny wonders, reminding us that every life is extraordinary in its own unique way. 🌏💚


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28/07/2023

“Optimism is not the result of a success, it is the necessary input for addressing any challenge if we want a chance of success.

Optimism is not blind to reality. It is not oblivious to the hard facts. Optimism is a choice.

We have the responsibility and the historic opportunity to choose a better future today. The generations before us didn’t have the scientific knowledge or the technology to enable a choice. And for our children it will be too late – by the time they sit at the decision-making tables the choice will have been made.

When faced with an enormous challenge that we feel we have no agency or control over, our mind can do a little trick to protect us. We don't like to feel like we're out of control facing big forces, so our mind will tell us: 'Maybe it's not that important. Maybe it's not happening in the way that people say, anyway.' Or, it plays down our own role: 'There's nothing that you individually can do, so why try?'

if you do not control the complex landscape of a challenge (and you rarely do), the most powerful thing you can do is change how you behave in that landscape, using yourself as a catalyst for overall change.

Who we are and how we show up in the world defines how we work with others, how we interact with our surroundings and ultimately the future we co-create.”

- Christina Figueres from Global Optimism

28/07/2023

Nature deficit disorder is a term coined by Richard Louv in his book "Last Child in the Woods," published in 2005. It refers to the notion that many people, particularly children, are spending less time outdoors and engaging less with nature, leading to a range of behavioral and health issues.

The term does not represent a medical condition in the traditional sense but rather highlights the consequences of a lack of exposure to nature in modern lifestyles. The theory suggests that reduced contact with the natural world can lead to various problems, including:

1. Decreased physical activity and increased sedentary behavior, contributing to health issues like obesity.

2. Higher levels of stress, anxiety, and attention disorders due to the absence of the calming and restorative effects of nature.

3. Diminished cognitive development and creativity, as exposure to natural environments is believed to enhance problem-solving skills and imaginative thinking.

4. Reduced empathy and concern for the environment and other living beings, as disconnecting from nature may lead to a lack of appreciation for its value.

Richard Louv's concept of nature deficit disorder has sparked discussions about the importance of nature in human well-being and the need to reconnect with the natural world, especially in urbanized and technologically oriented societies. Encouraging outdoor activities, environmental education, and spending time in green spaces are among the suggested strategies to counter the effects of this perceived "deficit."