Grooming Spirits with Eric Ryan Anderson

In this heartfelt episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson shares the emotional story of losing his beloved dog Lucy after a tragic accident at Spirit Equine Therapy. While caring for her during her final days, Eric reflects on the deep lessons about love, loyalty, and not taking our time with loved ones for granted. He encourages listeners to share their own life experiences and perce...

In this episode of Grooming Spirits, Eric Ryan Anderson recounts his chaotic experience at the Southeastern Regional Cowboy Mounted Shooting Championships. After his pony went lame, he rode his wife’s horse for the first time — and promptly slammed into a barrel, earning a painful bone bruise. Eric reflects on the lessons from the mishap, the deep spiritual connection between rider and horse, and...

In this heartfelt episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson explores grief and veteran suicide through the eyes of mothers who have lost children to it. Drawing from his work at Spirit Equine Therapy, he shares personal stories, the pain of invisible wounds like PTSD, and a moving encounter with a grieving mother and a horse. Eric offers hope by encouraging focus on positive memories, p...

In this heartfelt solo episode, Eric draws powerful parallels between working with horses and human character. Sharing stories from his time on Top Shot, coaching adaptive shooting events for wounded veterans, and founding Spirit Equine Therapy, he explains how "breaking" a horse's spirit contrasts with grooming and partnering with its natural energy—mirroring healthier ways to guide people. The c...

In this episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson shares a wild Florida duck hunting tale from a mounted shooting clinic trip—complete with an ice-cold, all-in wade through a marshy sinkhole to retrieve a downed bird (no dog required!). From there, he dives into the profound bond between rider and horse, explaining how subtle cues like hip shifts and subconscious communication allow hor...

Host Eric Ryan Anderson recounts a humorous mishap from his Marine days in 1983 Hong Kong, where he bought a fancy camera but failed to properly load the film, wasting a full day of "epic" photos—including stunning night shots from a mountaintop. He draws a lighthearted moral about the pitfalls of being too stingy, emphasizing life's inconsistent lessons. Plus, a quick plug for protecting savings...

In this episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson shares a hilarious and humbling story from his early days as a Marine lance corporal in the 1980s. Tasked with driving his battalion XO and sergeant major through the vast California desert in a rickety Jeep, Eric recounts how a simple trip turned into an overnight adventure of getting hopelessly lost under the stars. Reflecting on the e...

In this episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson shares insights on interpreting horse behavior, emphasizing that actions like lifting a leg or nipping are often attempts at communication rather than aggression. Drawing from personal anecdotes, he discusses the importance of building deep, trusting relationships with horses through solo rides and mindful interactions. Eric also highlig...

Dive into the profound world of equine therapy where host Eric Ryan Anderson shares a mesmerizing firsthand account of a young woman's transformative encounter with an unbroken stallion named Remington. Explore the raw power of mutual trust, the rejection of "breaking" a horse's will, and how these majestic creatures can heal human hearts through unfiltered spiritual connections—complete with tale...

In this heartfelt episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson dives deep into the art of nurturing not just the spirits of horses, dogs, and loved ones, but your own inner self. Drawing from personal stories—including his time in the Marines in Hawaii and a challenging stint in law enforcement—Eric explores the power of positive reinforcement, self-forgiveness, and honest self-reflection....

In this heartfelt episode, host Eric Ryan Anderson shares a poignant story of his late friend, a Marine veteran, whose life was forever changed by his daughter's unexpected pregnancy and tragic losses. Through tales of family bonds, a devastating fire, and a young grandson's wisdom, Eric explores themes of life decisions, cherishing positive memories, and grooming one's spirit with kindness over p...

In this episode of Grooming Spirits with Eric Ryan Anderson, Eric explores the concept of "grooming spirits" through positive, patient interactions that foster deep connections, starting from childhood attachments to inanimate objects like binkies or teddy bears, and evolving into meaningful relationships with animals, particularly horses and dogs. He emphasizes viewing obstacles not as barriers b...

In this insightful episode of Grooming Spirits, host Eric Ryan Anderson explores the foundational role of communication in building strong relationships, whether with animals like horses and dogs or in human interactions such as marriages, parenting, and even national divides. Drawing from his experiences at Spirit Equine Therapy in Webster, Florida, Eric emphasizes non-verbal cues like tone, body...

In this episode, Eric Ryan Anderson explores how perception shapes reality for both humans and animals, emphasizing the power of positive reinforcement in communication and training. Drawing from personal stories—like his inspiring 10th-grade math teacher George W. Rule and rescuing a challenging horse named Frisky—he highlights the importance of patience, consistency, and starting interactions wi...

In the premiere episode of "Grooming Spirits," host Eric Ryan Anderson, a former U.S. Marine and lifelong storyteller, shares heartfelt anecdotes from his upbringing, military days, and beyond. From his mother's clever way of handling road rage to fostering children through trauma and imparting wisdom on a roadside stranger, Eric explores the art of nurturing souls—whether human, animal, or our ow...