I enrolled in a 6-month MHR Internship and Coaching Program at Medicine Horse Ranch starting a month ago. This is what I signed up for: "The size, presence and power of a horse is naturally intimidating to many people. Accomplishing a task involving the horse, in spite of fear, creates confidence and provides for some wonderful metaphors when dealing with other intimidating and challenging situations in life. Participants can rebuild trust easily with a horse, which may have seemed impossible to do with other people. Activities with horses provide metaphors and mirrors for real life experiences in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Partnering with a horse is fertile ground for developing new practices that re-build trust, deepen authenticity, leverage strength based skills and encourage self care.”

In just the first session, I, as well as the other 5 in my group, gained invaluable insights into ourselves and behavior. We worked with a wonderful horse named Ahmi. To be continued!