The Resilient Animal
The Resilient Animal: Exploring Mental Health Through Helping Animals and Their People
Each episode invites listeners on a journey to discover how assisting other living beings can profoundly impact our own mental health. Dr. Petersen explores the science and stories behind resilience, highlighting inspiring examples from both human and non-human animals. Through engaging interviews and thoughtful insights, the podcast delves into how acts of compassion and care for animals can foster healing, growth, and resilience in people.
What makes The Resilient Animal truly unique?
- In-person interviews with animal advocates, mental health professionals, and everyday heroes who share their personal stories and expertise.
- Fascinating explorations of animal folklore from around the world, revealing the symbolic and cultural significance of animals in human societies.
- Deep dives into the importance of animals in history and the lives of historical figures, uncovering how animals have shaped - and been shaped by - our collective past.
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The Resilient Animal
Lori Biewen - Libby Lou's Safe Haven
In this conversation, I speak with Lori Biewen, founder of Libby Lou's Safe Haven, a nonprofit focused on rescuing cows and other animals from the meat and dairy industries. Lori shares her personal journey, explaining how Libby Lou, a miniature Hereford heifer, helped her through her depression, leading to the creation of the sanctuary.
She discusses the harsh realities of the dairy and beef industries, highlighting the need for rescuing cows. Lori also discusses the challenges and financial strains of running an animal sanctuary in Southern California. The conversation offers insights into the human-animal bond, the significance of creating sanctuaries, and raises awareness about the plight of farm animals.
This episode can be viewed with captions on YouTube https://youtu.be/6o7LytKLBiQ?list=PL7p248H5KmY3A-z1nmgpPVHjo334goTmU
You can check out Lori and all her animals on our YouTube Animal Bond Academy channel here! https://youtu.be/zuS3E2o4jkI
Learn more about Libby Lou's Safe Haven:
https://libbyloussafehaven.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/resilientanimal/
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