Life changing therapeutic horseback riding and relationship lessons! Special Feature – The Herd Institute. (Resubmitted version of my original post that got all kinds of mixed up during my computer issues week).

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I’m involved in a few animal therapy programs locally and nationally that continue to amaze me! A top favorite inspiration is The Herd Institute, founded and managed by a passionate, loving, and incredibly educated leader, Dr. Veronica Lac. Thanks to her permission, I’m excited to introduce her therapeutic horse program. After volunteering with her for a few years at a local stable she left me in amazement at what an enormous effect these strong and loving creatures have to offer us all.

https://herdinstitute.com/

So much I can say about this wonderful program, and that’s the future plan! We didn’t even get started talking about the therapy certification programs or the national hands on conferences and retreats! More to come,…. 

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After experiencing life altering trauma and abuse first hand, everything changed, not my love of animals though; I’ve always had that with me. Memories of adopting every stray cat in the neighborhood and receiving their latest kill as a gift,… 😳 Well? Comical times when they’d start to bicker over who got the prime spot in front of our door. Cat Fight! 

Thankfully I’ve been blessed to have some amazingly loving and strong people in my life who have shown me the healing that comes naturally through our animals, and nature overall. The relaxation and crazy fun our animals can bring to us is irreplaceable.

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Thanks so much for stopping by! Love and Healing thoughts to all of you. 💜✨

5 thoughts on “Life changing therapeutic horseback riding and relationship lessons! Special Feature – The Herd Institute. (Resubmitted version of my original post that got all kinds of mixed up during my computer issues week).”

  1. Personally_Political – Hi, I am Victoria. As well as being the author of this blog (duh), I have recently finished my degree in PPE at Swansea University. In my free time, I like to read, go on runs and paint (not that I'm much good at any of these). I also love a drink, I love buying new clothes and yes, I spend rather too much time scrolling through TikTok. I have had this blog since before lockdown, and I am amazed at how much it has grown in this time. My purpose was to create posts that I am passionate about and gain experience writing about different topics. As well, it gave me something to do over lockdown. Admittedly, I am much less active on here now compared to in the past. Nevertheless, I hope to continue to create posts here whenever I can. The topics on this blog will vary. Although mainly the blog will cover the more personal and emotional side of politics, social issues and trends that I find interesting enough to write about. Finally, I would love the opportunity to collaborate. Therefore, if share the same interests as me, then please do not hesitate to get in touch! My email is vickyyrose002@gmail.com Likewise, I would love to have the opportunity to write for you, so again, please get in touch :)
    Victoria Rose on said:

    Animals can be so good in helping us to heal, lovely post.

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    • IntrovertAwakenings – High functioning 40 something introvert, and happy to say I'm finally figuring my true self out. All those years of trying to be high energy, extroverted, and always a happy person,....well, it can wear you out when you're just not wired that way. So today I'm thankful and blessed to start seeing life without the expectation blinders on. It’s ok to be who you were really meant to be, once you start to figure that part out. ❤️ Perspectives, the introvert mirror, the sparkle within,...let’s get this connected "all feeling" journey started. ✨
      IntrovertAwakenings on said:

      Definitely agree! I’ve had therapy pets my entire life but just didn’t really understand our strong connections. I work with horses and dogs mostly, but always have at least one cat too! 😊

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    • IntrovertAwakenings – High functioning 40 something introvert, and happy to say I'm finally figuring my true self out. All those years of trying to be high energy, extroverted, and always a happy person,....well, it can wear you out when you're just not wired that way. So today I'm thankful and blessed to start seeing life without the expectation blinders on. It’s ok to be who you were really meant to be, once you start to figure that part out. ❤️ Perspectives, the introvert mirror, the sparkle within,...let’s get this connected "all feeling" journey started. ✨
      IntrovertAwakenings on said:

      And thank you so much for your kind words and for stopping by! 💜✨

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  2. Animals have so much power to heal. They each have their own special gifts. Dogs give us fun and unconditional love. I remember the strength and energy I received from horses many years ago and the comfort of cats. Thank you for bringing this into our awareness and our gratitude.

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    • IntrovertAwakenings – High functioning 40 something introvert, and happy to say I'm finally figuring my true self out. All those years of trying to be high energy, extroverted, and always a happy person,....well, it can wear you out when you're just not wired that way. So today I'm thankful and blessed to start seeing life without the expectation blinders on. It’s ok to be who you were really meant to be, once you start to figure that part out. ❤️ Perspectives, the introvert mirror, the sparkle within,...let’s get this connected "all feeling" journey started. ✨
      IntrovertAwakenings on said:

      Thank you so much for your thoughts here!! You’re so right! I guess I didn’t realize how naturally therapeutic they are until I started hearing organizations referring to them that way. I’ve just always known the peace and unconditional love, especially our puppers!! So nice to connect here! 💜✨

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