Love, connection, joy, and gratitude are words that really sums up what we’re experiencing at our conference in Orlando, Florida last month. Being together with my sister, Robyn Hood , niece, Mandy Pretty, and Kirsten Henry, who has managed my office (and my life!) for 30 years this year. Kirsten is the glue, and I am so grateful for her, was such an honor and joy. Without these three, we certainly would not have had the incredible experience that was the “Tellington TTouch Cell-ebration” Learning Conference!
We all braved the unseasonably cold temps, nearly freezing overnight, and a broken HVAC system in the Hotel Ballroom, with good humor. We layered up and did our best to stay warm while the crew attempted to fix the issue. Our line up of speakers was incredible. Each morning we had presentations that were also shared via LIVESTREAM to our friends and followers from around the world who could not be with us in person!
Thanks to the incredible work and expertise of the F.I.R.S.T. Film Institute of Orlando, we were able go beyond our usual recordings, and have everything available live, in real time! If you missed this, you can still access the recordings AND enjoy some incredible educational bonuses here.
Our Banquet was so much fun and we enjoyed some hilarious entertainment and belly laughs with a few of our friend’s secret talents. Marty McGee, Robyn Hood, and Debby Potts brought back the ever hilarious “Linda Telephone-Jones” skit.
My niece, Mandy Pretty, shared this amazing slideshow, highlighting a few of the many memories from the past 5o years!
I would like to give a big THANK-YOU to all of our wonderful presenters, who so effortlessly shared their knowledge with our group. I was especially thrilled with our keynote speaker, Dr. Stephanie Cote’s incredible presentations.
Keynote Presentations:
“How did this happen? The cause of all diseases… and how to feel better”
Understanding how all diseases occur and how to support the body’s healing and well being.
Is it stress? How do I fix this? Are bacteria good or bad? Microbiome or infection?
How to stay in balance with all the organisms that use your tissues to survive and keep you alive.
“An Introduction to Acupuncture, Craniosacral and Postural Rehabilitation”
My favourite manual therapy tools for supporting the body in functioning, feeling and moving better.
Ideas to add to your TTOUCH practice.
“Getting old: Geriatric medicine & palliative care “
What to do when your pet is “getting old”? A review of diet, vaccines, pain management, common emergencies, testing, vet visits, stress, supplements & end of life support so you can feel good about caring for your aging animal companion.
“25 things I say 25 times a day after 25 years in veterinary practice”
What I wish everyone knew they could do before they go to the vet.
Conference Presentations:
Half a Century of the Tellington Method – Linda Tellington-Jones
TTouch & Proprioception for Dogs & Horses – Rachel Jackson
TTouch in Rehabilitation – Karin Freiling
TTouch Success Stories: Extreme Physical Deficits – Sanju Ramachandran
How TTouch brings Light to the Cells as a Form of Healing Communication: Theory & Practice – Elinor Silverstein
TTouch Behavior Insights for Cats – Toni Shelbourne
It was also so special to have some incredible hands on sessions with my sister, Robyn Hood, Sally Morgan – cranial sacral therapy, and Kathleen Aspenns with Flower Essences.
We had some new faces joining our group and I am always so appreciative of everyone’s perspectives. The connectedness, support and love within the group was amazing. One of our new friends, Lauren Harmon from Instill Harmony had these wonderful words on an Instagram post to sum up Day 3.
“Here are some beautiful offerings from day 3 of the Tellington TTouch World Cell-ebration. What a weekend! Many of these came from the talk from Dr. Stephanie Cote. She inspired hope in me that change for the better is happening in the world.
Start everyday with a Heart Hug and love for all in the world. You can accept those around you without condoning them
It is ok to experience Anger but don’t hang on to it as it will weak you
Cats are Magical
We are here to walk the path of our unique magic and gifts
There are no absolutes, we must tailor everything to the individual
If you make whatever is holding you up better it will make everything better!
Do our best to have a great time together
Accept all the magic!
Reconnect to joy and let it fill you up
Whatever you seek you become”
