If you’ve experienced a distressing or traumatic experience with horses, you know how difficult it can be to mentally and emotionally heal. I discuss this more in my blogs on Equestrian Trauma. I have also written about how equestrians can find healing following an injury. If connecting with like-minded others and practicing work on your […]
For equestrians, the winter months can be both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, the frigid temperatures and snow-covered pastures in northern states like New Jersey can make riding and horse care challenging. On the other hand, the sunny shores of Florida beckon with their promise of warmer weather and ideal equestrian conditions. […]
Post Wedding Depression? Post Wedding Anxiety? You Might Have Experienced Wedding Trauma. Your wedding day is something that for many has been portrayed by families, friends, and social media as one of the happiest days of your life. The words “magical”, “special”, and “perfect” are often associated with it. In movies and television the weddings […]
When it comes to the question of how to deal with toxic family members, one of the first questions to ask yourself is: should I attend functions that will drain my mental well-being? Sometimes skipping these challenging family gatherings doesn’t feel like an option. If you plan to attend, here are some strategies to escape […]
The holiday season is often hailed as a time of joy, sharing, and love. For many, it can also be a source of stress and anxiety. This can be especially the case when it comes to dealing with difficult family members. While we all wish for idyllic family gatherings, the reality can be quite different. […]
Living with food allergies is a daily balancing act. It includes a lot of vigilance and anxiety. It’s a life filled with label-reading, meticulous meal planning, and emergency preparation. The fear of a severe allergic reaction can be constant. Indeed, it can shadow every meal, snack, and social event. Advocating for you or your child’s […]
In the first part of this series, we looked at the 4 Reasons Why Understanding More About You and Your Partner’s Families Can Improve Your Present Relationship. If you haven’t had a chance to read that yet, start there before moving on to this exercise. Here you and your partner will walk through an exercise […]
Have you ever done or said something that reminds you of your parents, guardians, or family of origin? Have you tried to undo the patterns you learned from childhood? In adulthood, whether you are close to your family or have a difficult relationship, their early influences are always with you. The family you grew up […]
Getting a diagnosis of any kind for your child can be a daunting experience. It can be difficult to comprehend and process that your child needs additional help. During this time you will be given information about the journey of helping your child. Selective mutism is no different than any other diagnosis in that regard. […]
You show up to the barn, only to find your horse three-legged lame. A million scenarios run through your mind. Was he kicked in turnout? Did he slip and fall in the mud? Is it just a hoof abscess? Your brain goes into overdrive. In that moment, everything else in life goes out the window. […]