“Keep paddling,” he said. My doctor had just shared the results of a CAT scan with me. The test was necessary to rule out the potential return of cancer. Fortunately the results were clear for...
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Existential Therapy and the Search for Meaning in Life
One of the modalities that informs the work of The Mane Intent is existential therapy. This is a type of psychotherapy that is grounded in existential philosophy, focusing on the human experience,...
What is the Humanistic Approach to Therapy?
One of the therapies that informs the work of The Mane Intent both in terms of psychotherapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy offerings is the humanistic approach to therapy. The humanistic...
The Fear of Death is a Natural Fear Experienced by Many People
“I am afraid of dying,” she said. The client is a 10-year-old girl who is struggling to sleep. “I’m afraid of how I might die." The fear of death, also known as thanatophobia or mortality salience,...
“Shifting Perspectives” — Journey On Podcast Summit
“Your vision will only become clear when you look into your heart.” – Carl Jung “Remember when all you wanted was what you have now,” said Brendan O’Reilly. Those words stuck to me and still give...
“Rooted in Who We Are”: Supporting Healing in Indigenous Communities.
“Indigenous children today are still being very much impacted by colonial harm,” shared Dr. Nicole Ineese-Nash. Dr. Ineese-Nash was recently a guest on the Little Eyes, Little Ears podcast hosted by...
Daily Chores and the Benefits of Routine
Every morning my day starts with farm chores. It is a ritual that I’ve come to enjoy and really appreciate. First I open the door to the chicken house and everyone comes out in a rush of feathers...
The Power of the Group: Self-Awareness is best done with others
“To become more self-aware, sometimes you need a friend. Two friends are better. Self-reflection is best done with others,” Simon Sinek concluded in a recently podcast interview with Brené Brown and...
