Sierra Acres Equine Assisted Learning Centre

02/26/2026

Being mindful is letting yourself pause and simply observe, with kindness to yourself and the world around you.

Place a hand on your heart and breathe slowly. What do you feel? ❤️

02/25/2026

"Nothing endures but personal qualities." Walt Whitman
Every individual possesses a unique set of qualities that sets them apart from others. These distinctive characteristics are the result of a one-of-a-kind combination of experiences, passions, values, and perspectives. Together, they contribute to making each person irreplaceable.
Key Traits of Uniqueness
• Creativity: High levels of creativity enable individuals to approach problems and situations in original ways, fostering innovation and independent thinking.
• Curiosity: A strong sense of curiosity drives people to explore new ideas and experiences, continually broadening their understanding and knowledge.
• Authenticity: Being authentic allows individuals to stay true to themselves, expressing their values and beliefs with honesty and integrity.
• Unique Perspective: Each person's perspective is shaped by their personal background, influencing how they interpret the world and interact with others.

02/23/2026

" Nothing endures but personal qualities." Walt Whitman
Material possessions, political accomplishments, and external successes are inherently temporary. These achievements, while significant in their moment, eventually fade and lose their lasting impact.

In contrast, one’s inner character, soul, and authentic self are the enduring aspects of existence. Personal qualities remain valuable and reliable over time, forming the foundation of true worth and meaning in life.

02/22/2026

02/22/2026

We long for permanence but everything in the known universe is transient.

02/22/2026

Growth isn’t luck — it’s what you consistently feed. 🌱

Protect your energy. Nourish your mind. Choose environments that help you expand, not shrink. The version of you you’re becoming depends on what you water daily. ✨

02/20/2026

The Year of the Fire Horse - Embracing Self-Transformative Change.
Equine Assisted Learning: A Pathway to Self-Transformation
Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an experiential approach that fosters self-transformation by partnering with horses as intuitive facilitators. Horses possess an extraordinary sensitivity to non-verbal communication and energy, allowing them to mirror human emotions in a way that is immediate, honest, and non-judgmental. This mirroring gives participants valuable feedback on their behaviours and internal states.
As prey animals, horses are highly attuned to subtle cues, making them ideal “mirrors” for reflecting unconscious patterns. Through interactions with horses, individuals are able to identify and address these patterns, regulate their emotions, and build essential life skills such as confidence, trust, and the ability to set healthy boundaries. All of this takes place within a safe, supportive, and experiential environment, making EAL a powerful catalyst for self-transformative change.

Individual and group appointments are available. Please contact me for more information.

02/19/2026

I have facilitated the 16 G's for a number of years. They are a wonderful way to explore how we think, act, relate to others and find meaning. The 16 Guidelines are applicable to real-life situations, again and again; capable of transforming relationships, helping us to make wise decisions, and able to bring peace of mind even in the most difficult of circumstances.
Consider exploring what the horses have to show us in a safe and non judgemental environment- I call it 16 Guidelines meets Equine Assisted Learning

02/19/2026

According to Chinese spiritual author Helen Ye Plehn, the horse is "known for freedom, enthusiasm, intelligence, and a strong drive for movement and progress" ... all things we can use a lot more of these days!
What better time than during the Year of the Horse to read some uplifting and inspirational stories about our connection to this wonderful animal? Lisa Browning- www.onethousandtrees.com/bookstore

02/19/2026

"Surrender is the simple but profound wisdom of yielding to rather than opposing the flow of life." —Eckhart Tolle