“I arrived with a closed mind and left with an open heart.” — Participant, Equine Support for Post-Trauma Growth Do you celebrate your success? Early in my career when my drive to reach organizational heights was much higher and my need for professional validation much greater, I received some helpful advice from a ‘more experienced’
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“The best thing about memories is making them…” – unknown 144 days at The Mane Intent… There are no words to express how grateful I am for the time I spent here, the moments that melted my heart, opened my eyes and gave me perspective. I had no idea what my internship would be like.
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“I’ll take the message. And I’ll spread the word. Horses are great healers. And they should be heard.” – Viviane Burmester Do you ever experience a moment that you just want to hold on to a little longer? This past weekend, I experienced such a moment. Well, actually there were a few moments – but
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Jody Raven is in my dreams this week. I see her smiling at me. Jody is and will always be a big part of my story with horses. I met Jody as an instructor when I was completing my FEEL™ (Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning) certificate in 2013. I respected and liked her communication and presentation
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Do you believe in the power of energy? At The Mane Intent, we believe in the change that comes from within. We believe that we can all be the best version of ourselves and we believe in the healing power of horses. One of the ways we can become our best version of ourselves is by becoming aware
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“Anxiety and joy can’t go together.” – Todd Lucier, Northern Edge Algonquin “Scarlet Monster Lives Here” is a book that I loved to read to our daughters when they were young. Written by Marjorie Weirman Sharmat and illustrated by Dennis Kendrick, it is the story of an over-achieving Scarlet Monster. Just moved in and ready
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“Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale.” — Hans Christian Andersen “I don’t need the prince, but I will keep the horse.” That’s what my favorite postcard on my room door says. I arrive at The Mane Intent and who do I meet? A prince. He’s charming, pretty and loveable. His name is Prinz Harry.
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“I have experienced the power of horses to change us, their honesty as well as their infinite trust once you open your heart to them and allow them to touch your soul.” – Viviane Burmester In December, 2015, I received an email out of blue from a young woman who described herself as a third semester
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A conversation can change your world. Bell Canada gets the power of conversations. Bell’s 2015 Let’s Talk Campaign raised $6.1 million for mental health initiatives. In September, George Cope, Bell’s CEO (and #4 on Toronto Life’s list of Toronto’s 50 Most Influential People) announced Bell would commit another $100 million to the project over the next
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Looking for a unique team builder? Need to get out of your comfort zone? We work with individuals and teams to help you take the lead, honing interpersonal skills for optimal group performance, innovation, endurance and deep personal and professional satisfaction. Our customized workshops are based on the 12 Power of the Herd Guiding Principles
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