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The Power of the Herd: Building Resilience

The Power of the Herd: Building Resilience

by The Mane Intent | Jun 12, 2017 | Muse from The Round Pen

I am really proud of this team and I’m taking this opportunity recognize and celebrate our success. We recently concluded the first two 8 week sessions of Building Internal Resilience Through Horses program for young women. Our final session was all about celebrating...
International Women’s Day 2017: Ignite. Empower. Innovate

International Women’s Day 2017: Ignite. Empower. Innovate

by The Mane Intent | Jan 9, 2017 | Muse from The Round Pen

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to...
Why Horses are Wonderful Natural Coaches

Why Horses are Wonderful Natural Coaches

by The Mane Intent | Dec 7, 2016 | Muse from The Round Pen

“Horses challenge us to undertake the journey of mastering ourselves rather than everything around us. They yearn for harmony, kindness, and tranquility; they crave freedom from anxiety, abuse and predation. With their non-violent attitude, horses are a...
Speaking Up About Family Violence

Speaking Up About Family Violence

by The Mane Intent | Nov 30, 2016 | Muse from The Round Pen

“Every year at least a billion children are exposed to violence. This epidemic of violence can no longer be tolerated or ignored. The burden of violence is grave and long-lasting.” Dr. Susan Bissell, UNICEF International An important public health issue...
The Best Kept Secret in Business: Telling Your Story

The Best Kept Secret in Business: Telling Your Story

by The Mane Intent | Nov 10, 2016 | Muse from The Round Pen

Today I had an opportunity to share our story thanks to an invitation to participate in a panel discussion on storytelling at the Business Summit 2016 hosted by Peterborough Chamber of Commerce. I shared the podium with Sofie Andreou of Sofie Andreou & Associates...
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A fabulous day hosting friends with a shared inter A fabulous day hosting friends with a shared interest in art I met in Greece last year. Even Raven wanted to be part of the fun. My September sabbatical continues. The Mane Intent offices will be closed until Monday, Sept 28 while I embark on this year’s adventure. #vacation #art #friendship #horsepower
It’s been a full couple of weeks. So grateful for It’s been a full couple of weeks. So grateful for these moments. Perspective changes everything. “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” - Dolly Parton (RIP) #purpose #dollyparton #equineassistedtherapy
Benny and June received their second set of shots Benny and June received their second set of shots today. There is some debate about whether or not they will move from the therapy space to the barn. #cats #therapycats #catsofinstagram
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. I “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. “ - Viktor Frankl One of the most undervalued leadership behaviours is the ability to pause. Horses understand the power of the pause. It is the deliberate choice to stop before reacting, speaking or deciding. It turns impulsive reactions into thoughtful responses, builds trust, projects quiet confidence and gives teams the space they need to solve problems. When was the last time you intentionally paused? #equineassistedtherapy #ontariopsychotherapist #leadership
Therapy cats hard at work. The kitties always know Therapy cats hard at work. The kitties always know the perfect moment to snuggle in. #cats #catsofinstagram #psychotherapy
Our therapy/studio space got a glow up today with Our therapy/studio space got a glow up today with the addition of these shutters. I don’t recommend painting yellow over black but I am determined! Thx to handy Chris for the installation. Thx to Nancy Frankish for the opportunity to repurpose the shutters and thanks to Pam Conley for the artwork by the door. #community #studio #therapy
I have been working on a series of paintings under I have been working on a series of paintings under the theme “Pink is the Colour of Love”. The intent is to visually represent the essence of connection that emerges between horses and humans. Those who know my story know that my discovery of equine-assisted psychotherapy has been life altering - personally and professionally. I am not ready to go public with my paintings yet but this one comes closest to how I feel. This is my oldest daughter Sarah with my first horse Sunny who has since passed. This was the primary image for Building Internal Resilience through Horses. This is the magic. #art #equineassistedtherapy #pinkisthecolouroflove
The garden is in full bloom and keeping me grounde The garden is in full bloom and keeping me grounded. Love, love this. #gardening #garden #grounded
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