Brave Start Stables

10/18/2026

Life is way too short not to take time to smell the ponies.

This morning as I was driving along, I passed this picturesque scene along my NC mountain drive.

Instead of continuing onto my destinations I made a u-turn and captured this.

Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just need a breath.

Practice 5-4-3-2-1

It’s a great reminder of what lives in those little moments.

#54321

10/17/2026

A powerful exercise I participated in during a retreat asked one simple, yet heavy question.

What was one phrase you needed to hear that you didn’t receive?

For me, it was “I love you no matter what”

A peer guide then looked me in the eyes, with intention and authenticity, and repeated those words until a faucet released 1000s of tears set free from years of oppression.

This exercise can be done for ourselves. Look in the mirror and ask yourself “What did I most need to hear that I never received?”

Say it as many times as you need to release whatever’s been holding you back.

You’ve got this girl! You define who you are!

Others will never determine your worth!

10/17/2026

I just love her

10/16/2026

You are not alone. You are not broken.

Domestic violence is never okay.



https://www.thehotline.org/stakeholders/domestic-violence-awareness-month/

10/15/2026

Super excited to be headed to NC this weekend Horse Sense of the Carolinas, Inc. to finish my practicum for level 2 of The Natural Lifemanship Institute.

If you’re curious about the foundation of our programs, check out the great work being done at these organizations.

I’ll be joined by two local women also making a difference in their communities through relationships with horses Kathleen Wilson Hoof Beat Ranch Muffin and Mila the Therapy Horses.

10/13/2026

This coach is a work in progress as we all are.

Sometimes in our lives, we rely on old patterns when faced with uncomfortability.

For me, my safety net has always been a hyperactive nervous system.

What does that look like for you?

It can be saying yes more than no
Taking on extra projects
Signing up for another class or certificate
Juggling too many balls in the air
Staying constantly busy

If any of this sounds familiar, know you aren’t alone and know we can change those old patterns.

So, while my go-to is a gas pedal all the way to the floor.

The regulated me notices the pattern, gets curious as to what’s behind it, and takes steps to let me foot off the gas.

It’s not about us being perfect, it’s about rewriting our responses using new strategies that keep us regulated in those high stress times.

When we know better we do better.

10/13/2026

When was the last time life got quiet enough to hear yourself?

Horses have a unique ability to silence the noise around us.

They draw us into connection with ourselves, and attunement with others.

When we get quiet, we can't ignore what our soul thirsts for.

Come experience it at Brave Start Stables. 🐴

10/11/2026

10/11/2026