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Feeling frustrated by your dog’s behaviour? Frustration doesn’t solve behaviour — but this question might... In this video, I share the one powerful question that can transform frustrating dog challenges into opportunities for connection, understanding, and calm. Learn how to reframe your mindset, manage your emotions, and create a more harmonious relationship with your sensitive or reactive dog. Perfect for conscious dog parents who want practical tools, gentle guidance, and a deeper bond with their dogs. Topics covered: Reframing challenging dog behaviors Emotional awareness for dog guardians Building patience, understanding, and connection Simple mindset shifts to improve your dog’s behavior ✨ If you want more tips for creating a balanced, connected life with your dog, subscribe and join our community of conscious dog parents!

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Celebrating the freedom to choose, express, and live a little unruly. ✨ About this Episode From wool and jazz to barking at fences — this conversation is anything but ordinary. In our first episode of Unruly by Nature, we riff on curiosity, presence, and letting go of the “shoulds” that weigh us (and our dogs) down. We share stories of shifting perspectives, meeting our dogs (and ourselves) anew each day, and why life’s quirks — from essential oils to chocolate cravings — often hold the deepest wisdom. 🐾🌿 🎙️ Expect laughter, honesty, and plenty of unruly insights about dogs, plants, and the messy, imperfectly perfect beauty of life. 👇 Timestamps for easy navigation 00:00:31 – Welcome to the Jazz of Conversation 00:02:59 – From “I Don’t Like Jazz” to Curiosity Shift 00:05:40 – First Reactions: Essential Oils & Dog Noses 00:10:54 – Meet Your Dog Anew, Every Day 00:14:47 – Breaking Old Labels: A Walk with a Stranger 00:18:19 – When Expectations Create Pressure 00:25:36 – The Weight of “Shoulds” in Dog Parenting 00:29:02 – Play, Curiosity, and Self-Exploration 00:33:21 – Am I Letting My Dog Down? 00:45:44 – Life Hacks vs. Living the Process 00:52:18 – When Dogs Reflect Our Inner World 00:00:41 – The Sacred Pause 01:08:55 – Stories of Healing and Self-Discovery 01:16:27 – Celebrating the Unruly and Imperfect 01:25:03 – Final Reflections & Takeaways ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Get in touch: Rachel Knott A curious nature lover, guide, and teacher, I help pet parents and professionals weave and perceive the magic in their relationships with their animals. With the support of plant medicine and animal communication, together, we turn challenges into gateways for deeper understanding and connection. Find me on: myanimalmatters.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/myanimalmatters https://www.instagram.com/myanimalmatters/ https://www.youtube.com/@MyanimalmattersCoUk1 Kim Howatt I’m a mystical storyteller and playful guide, weaving animal voices and human hearts into tales of awakening and transformation. I witness clarity rising from challenge, connection deepening from curiosity, and wild authenticity blooming from soul-exploration. Find me on: Web: raidhocanine.com Substack: https://kimberlyhowatt.substack.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.howatt Sue Mimm Soulful woman in her second spring, walking the line between mystical and mundane. Nature-loving, midlife muser, student of dog-tao, finding my flow and travelling alongside kindred spirits reclaiming their rhythm, voice, and truth. Find me on Substack: https://suemimm.substack.com/ Paws Reflect Connect - Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/pawsreflectconnect

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✨ Trusting in the Unknown ✨ On my daily walk with the dogs, we usually cross a little bridge that takes us onto our familiar path. It’s a route they know by heart. But recently, that bridge was closed for repairs. The first time we reached the barrier, my dogs were puzzled. They looked at me, then at the bridge, then back at me—as if to ask, “Why aren’t we going this way? This is our walk!” Of course, they couldn’t understand the bigger picture. They didn’t know the bridge was being rebuilt into something stronger, safer, better. All they could do was trust me when I turned us around and guided us in another direction. And it struck me—how often do we, as humans, resist when life closes a bridge in front of us? We push. We question. We get frustrated that things aren’t working out “the way they always have.” But what if the path ahead is simply being repaired? What if something better is being prepared for us, even if we can’t see it yet? What if the pause, the redirection, or even the standstill is part of a bigger orchestration we’re not meant to fully understand? My dogs didn’t fight it. They just trusted. And maybe that’s the lesson for us, too. 🌿 When you feel stuck, instead of forcing forward—pause. 🌿 When obstacles arise, instead of resisting—trust. 🌿 When life redirects you, instead of despairing—remember the universe sees the bigger picture. Sometimes the unknown is not a dead end—it’s an invitation to rest, to reflect, or to prepare for what’s to come. So if you’re feeling stuck right now, perhaps the most powerful step you can take… is simply to trust. 💫 Subscribe to Sue's Substack: https://suemimm.substack.com

Welcome to Coffee & Chat with Sue — a gentle space to pause, reflect, and reconnect. I’m Sue Mimm, holistic dog trainer, behaviour practitioner, and personal evolution guide. These sessions are here to inspire, support, and encourage you on your journey with your sensitive dog — and within yourself. So pour a cuppa, take a breath, and let’s walk this path together. ✨ Summary of this episode: Sue warmly returns with a fresh season of Coffee & Chat, sharing deep reflections from 12 years with her dog, Charlie, whose “gotcha day” inspired this return. Speaking from a new place of self-awareness and growth, she explores the profound lessons our dogs can teach us—not just about them, but about ourselves. This season will focus on real-life experiences, emotional growth, and the shared journey between dogs and their people, all with a holistic, heartfelt lens. 🌿 Key Insights from the Episode: Hindsight Offers Healing Perspective Challenges feel overwhelming in the moment, but looking back reveals how every piece fits together—and that it was all perfectly timed for growth. Shared Emotional Journey The pain and struggles we witness in our dogs often mirror our own. True healing is co-journeyed, not one-sided. Judgment and Social Conditioning Our expectations of dogs often stem from deep societal programming. Releasing judgment—of ourselves, our dogs, and others—is essential for deeper connection. Control Is Not the Answer Trying to micromanage everything creates a false sense of safety. Letting dogs have their own experiences (within reason) fosters growth, confidence, and authenticity. No Magic Fixes There is no single technique, trainer, or tool that will “fix” everything. Dogs don’t need fixing—they need understanding. The magic is in the relationship, not the method. Honour Life’s Natural Stages Just like humans, dogs go through different life phases. Embrace each one with grace and awareness. Take Radical Responsibility No one is coming to rescue us. Owning our part in the journey—emotionally, mentally, spiritually—is key to real transformation. Find Your Tribe Being surrounded by compassionate, like-hearted people is vital. Connection eases the path, reminds us we're not alone, and allows us to grow together. This episode gently sets the tone for a season of soulful conversations about the beauty, messiness, and magic of life with sensitive dogs—and what they reflect back to us. ******************************************** If you have any questions you would like me to answer or topics you would like me to address - please drop it in the comments. Please share this with anyone who you think might benefit from it. FOLLOW US ON: Substack: https://suemimm.substack.com/ Paws, Reflect & Connect private FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/pawsreflectconnect Website: Heart Connection Dogs https://heartconnectiondogs.com/

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