A chestnut horse with a blonde mane gazes calmly across an open landscape with a rider on its back. What mindfulness lessons can horses teach us? An equine therapist in Powhatan, VA, can help you explore that connection.

The Benefits of Mindfulness for Horse Riders & Non-Riders

The Benefits of Mindfulness for Horse Riders & Non-Riders

TL; DR As we embrace the new year, it’s an excellent time to consider the benefits of mindfulness for both horse riders and non-riders. Mindfulness encourages us to focus on the journey rather than just the destination, enhancing our experiences with activities...
How Narcissism Can Affect Self-Esteem

How Narcissism Can Affect Self-Esteem

Experiencing a relationship with a narcissist can be profoundly traumatic, reshaping the way one views oneself and causing lasting harm to self-esteem and self-image. Narcissistic abuse, especially when it happens in a close relationship, can be insidious and deeply...
Recognizing Signs of Covert Narcissism

Recognizing Signs of Covert Narcissism

You are at work, and your co-worker makes a sarcastic comment about something you have done in front of others for the hundredth time.  Suddenly, your friend is not speaking to you because you did not respond to a text message.  Your parents are picky about everything...
Navigating Negative Feelings Around Valentine’s Day

Navigating Negative Feelings Around Valentine’s Day

The shortest month of the year has at least two big holidays to celebrate.  So what are they? Well, Groundhog Day is first, which gives us something to look forward to: Will the designated groundhog in Pennsylvania see his shadow and bring us six more weeks of winter,...
The Relationship Between Life Transitions and Grief

The Relationship Between Life Transitions and Grief

The only way to make sense of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.  Allan Watts  Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.  George Bernard Shaw Change is Equal to Transition Changes...
Fixed Mindset Vs. Growth Mindset

Fixed Mindset Vs. Growth Mindset

Well, it is football season, and whether you are a fan or not, you have probably heard about Deon Sanders being the coach of Colorado football.  You may have even heard about his early success with the team and then two losses to teams.  You may have listened to what...