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Winds of Change
This spring has been very windy here on the farm and has brought with it many changes. As the wind blows, I have noticed the horses unsettled. I am unsettled. For the horses, they are on higher alert when the wind blows I believe because they can’t rely as much on...
A Widow’s Walk and her Web of Life
It’s been twelve years since the loss of my husband, Darren. And I can remember every detail of that day as if it were yesterday. I remember the feeling of my heart being torn out of my chest as I received the news that he was dead. I remember feeling like the...
Chakras, Wellness and Horses: Learning to listen to the body’s messages
Article by Indigo Trails staff. The energetic fields within and surrounding our physical bodies can be incredible messengers if we are willing to listen. When I feel into the essence of chakras I see them as building blocks, one leading to the other beginning with the...
The Easter Egg is a Symbol of Rebirth
Article by Cassandra Johnson. “If You’re Brave Enough to Say Goodbye, Life will Reward You with a New Hello.”—Paulo Coelho It’s Easter morning and I chose to reflect on this favorite quote from Paluo Coehlo. The Easter season reminds us of the ultimate “Goodbye” that...
A Time of Thorns and Roses
Article by Cassandra Johnson It’s April 1st; April Fool’s Day. It’s hard to imagine that what the entire planet is going through right now is not some sad joke. The origins of the unofficial holiday is something of a mystery. There are references dating back to 1392...
The Unfamiliar Arena
Article by Indigo Trails staff. Our friend and trainer Maureen Dunn has been working with our formerly feral mare, Grace, full time for many months. Feral in the way that we couldn't put a halter on her, couldn't get near her, took extra precautions to care for her to...
Beacons of Hope
Article by Indigo Trails staff. When we are in healing sessions with the horses, Coach Stacey sometimes offers the client an opportunity to check in with the back of their heart - a space most of us have never considered. Often this exploration brings tears, a...
Feeling the Red or Blues this Valentine’s Day?
Article from Cassandra Johnson It was December 26th when I saw all the Valentine’s Day decorations sitting on the shelves. I was still breathing in all the holiday spirit so it left me a little annoyed. It’s the same feeling when the Elf is on the Shelf prior to...
The Second Arrow: Welcoming Self-Compassion
Often you will hear Stacey mention in her coaching that we "can't ruin anything" (what a fabulous affirmation). One mis-step outside of our intentions, goals, health journey etc is exactly that - one mis-step. We are human. The damage that can come from a behavior we...
Kicked to the Curb
Article by Cassandra Johnson A good friend of mine posted a photo of a Christmas tree laying on the curb on December 26th. His caption read, “The Morning After. Kicked to the Curb.” This post generated a slew of responses from cheers to tears. Other social media...
Permission to Slow Down
The holiday season has arrived. For some this is a plentiful, beautiful time to rejoice and share time with family and friends! For others it is a reminder of loss, grief, and a time when we find ourselves thrown into old patterns we thought we'd outgrown. Whichever...
Live in the Light: Stepping into Your Future Self
Article by Indigo Trails staff. Have you ever arrived at a time or point in your life where you were acutely aware of growth out of hardship, accomplishments that came from walking relentlessly up hill, that specific feeling that you were just about to be okay? For me...
Mother’s Day Rain or Shine
Rainbows are a gift the droplets of rain bring when we allow the sun to shine back through. It is that time of year again. Mother’s Day for me celebrates my greatest joy and marks the anniversary of my greatest sadness. I always loved Mother’s Day when...
Your Diet, Your Health, and Your Microbiome
“When the diet is wrong, medicine is of no use; when the diet is correct, medicine is of no need.” –Ayurvedic proverb In last week’s post, I talked about how the health of our gut is central to the health of our bodies. This week, let's look at something...
Do You Have the “GUTS” to be Healthy?
“People are fed by the Food Industry, which pays no attention to health, and are treated by the Health Industry, which pays no attention to food.” – Wendall Berry This statement struck a cord with me when I first heard it. In my opinion, it is the root of our...
Hopeless to Hopeful: How A Horse Helped Me Heal
Since before I could walk, I have unexplicably been drawn to horses. These 1000 lb majestic creatures have captured my attention and my heart. My childhood was filled with horses and competing for years in hunter/jumper events, mucking stalls and cleaning...
How to Release Emotional and Physical Pain
Throughout life, we experience emotions that disturb or distress us. Often, our first reaction is to push our feelings away. From a very young age, we learn to bury our emotions, deny the validity of our feelings, or distract ourselves with other concerns. Stuffing...
My Philosophy on Health
Being healthy isn’t just about the physical aspects like eating better and getting exercise, it’s about all aspects of your health: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. I heard a saying recently in a lecture series that I was taking, “Don’t help people not...
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