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Make Them Carry Their Saddle A father of one student and I were talking last week and he said that he wanted his daughter to ride more and not have to do the work part of the catching, grooming, and saddling.? I smiled as I explained. ?? Riding donkeys are a combination of strength, timing, and balance. Kids in this country are physically weak (unless they are actively involved with physical conditioning 4+ times a week.) ?? When they walk out to the field, it's clearing the stress from being under fluorescent lights all day.? ?? Feeling the sun soak into the bones.? ?? As their bodies moves on uneven surfaces, it strengthens legs and core.? ?? When they groom their donkey (especially currying), they are toning arms and stabilizing core. ?? When they carry their saddle, arms, chest, and back are doing isolated strengthening work.? ?? Being near donkeys, calms and makes them tune into the splendor of these empathetic animals.? ?? When they ride at a posting trot, it’s equivalent to a slow jog calorie burn wise.? ?? After a lesson, the students are physically tired and mentally quiet and balanced.? ?? Donkeys feel your heartbeat and mirror your emotions back.? ?? Riding large animals makes them resilient and pushes their expectations. Working with donkeys is so much more than learning how to ride.? The students at The Donkeys of the Heart carry their saddles.? To advance with their riding, they must get stronger. https://lnkd.in/dzvBxkX #donkey?#donkeys?#adaptiveriding?#therapeuticriding?#equineassistedlearning?#donkeysmanship #mentalhealth?#donate?#volunteer #mentalhealth??#autism?#ASD?#downsyndrome??#anxietydisorders?#dissociativedisorders #specialneedschildren?#depression?#OCD?#ODD?#CD?#ADHD?#BPD

?? Special Needs Planning: Navigating the Future with Confidence ?? For families with a member who has special needs, long-term planning is crucial to ensure their loved one's security and well-being. Here are some essential tips to consider: ?? Begin Early: The journey is smoother with a head start. ?? Legal Framework: Consider special needs trusts and guardianships for financial and legal security. ?? Benefits Navigation: Understand how government benefits can support your loved one. ?? Comprehensive Life Planning: Look into inclusive housing, education, and employment options. ?? Inclusive Decision-Making: Involve your loved one in the planning, respecting their wishes and capabilities. ?? Seek Expertise: Consult with professionals who specialize in special needs planning. At Anchor Behavioral Solutions, we're here to support you and your family through every step of this journey. From connecting you with the right resources to offering personalized guidance, we're dedicated to empowering families with the tools they need for successful long-term planning. Ready to start planning for a brighter future? Contact us today, and let's explore how we can support your family's unique needs. Together, we can build a plan that ensures peace of mind and a fulfilling life for your loved one with special needs. ?? #aba #abatherapy #adhd #autism #autismawareness #autismfamily #autismacceptance #abatherapyhelp #abatherapyideas #nonprofitorganization #nonprofitorganizations

As we head back to school this week, here are a few tips to help. Transitions are tough & challenging for all of us. Making some minor adjustments can help everyone have a calmer, more successful start to the school year. https://lnkd.in/gqB9SK5h #gatewayfamilyservices #backtoschool #back2school #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #school #kids #families

To make your Right to Choose journey as simple as possible, we’ve designed a digital referral process so your GP can refer you to our service quickly and intuitively.? ? To learn more about how to get a get a Right to Choose referral from your GP, take a look at this support article: https://lnkd.in/edMF4jaR #RightToChoose?#RTC?#AutismAssessment?#Autism?#ADHD #ADHDAssessment?#Neurodiverse?#Neurodiversity?

Adult Child of an Alcoholic & childfree by choice ?? I’ve been really excited to pick up Poorna Bell’s This is Fine’ book ?? and this page brought a tear to my eye. I talk openly about growing up around parental alcohol dependency and dysfunction but I don’t talk much about my decision to be childfree as a result. It’s a topic many shy away from or may be confused by. Thank you Poorna for highlighting something many ACoAs face - the question, do I want to have children? I can only speak for myself here, but I knew my energy needed to go into my healing first ???? I had began to pull back my ‘positive’ veil from my childhood and see it through a different lens that allowed my healing to begin. A lens that firmed my decision to be childfree for now. Whether I decide I can foster or adopt later on is for another time. For now, childfree is what works for me and my partner. Now is focussing on taking one foot in front of the other in my own healing and nurturing our coaching business which is a baby in itself! ???? Whatever your choice, it’s YOURS ?? Thinking of those desperate to have their own children. Thinking of those who are choosing to heal and grow for themselves and their children. Thinking of those parenting stepchildren. Thinking of those who currently want to be childfree. Thinking of those who nurture and inspire children in their community. Thinking of those who adopt and foster those children who desperately need a loving home. Thinking of those reparenting themselves now ?? Big love x . . . . . #childfree #childfreebychoice #acoa #adultchildrenofalcoholics #acoarecovery #adultchildrenofnarcissists #adultchildrenofemotionallyimmatureparents #thrive #putyourselffirst #healing #selfhealers #coa #addiction

Day 22 77/100km done for Run for Autism! Legs feeling heavy with the extra load. But I’m stoked to be on track to hit my target by the end of the month. If you’d like to partner with me and donate to Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) please click the link ?? https://lnkd.in/gnVY5WyT If you’re not sure what Autism is, here is a quick summary. ??Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects the way a person communicates and interacts with other people and his or her environment. ??Because the world is not autism-friendly, 70% of Autistic people experience mental health issues. ??Autism is often referred to as a ‘hidden disability’. ??While Autistic people share certain characteristics, the word ‘spectrum’ reflects the broad range of individual challenges, strengths, needs and preferences that individuals on the autism spectrum have. ??Therapy support and early intervention are crucial for enhancing the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum. #autism #runforautism #awareness

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??????????????, ???????? ???? ?????? ????????! ?? Let's talk about being good parents without scaring our kids. Remember when you were a kid? Did you behave because of rewards or fear of getting in trouble? Let's explore how we can create a positive environment for our kids, where they earn the joy instead of fearing the consequences. ?????????? https://lnkd.in/gBsZJH8f #HappyParenting #EarnGoodThings

Our last tip in this little series is about forgiving. There can't really be any growth in any area of our life without forgiveness. Sometimes we get stuck in past hurts that hinder us from experiencing joy or growth in the present. Choosing to move on from the past might be a conscious decision you make daily until it gets easier & easier. It doesn't always mean we will forget what happened, but it means that we can choose to forgive those who hurt us and ourselves and not be controlled by the mistakes of others or our own allowing us to move on. This is crucial in establishing new parenting habits and techniques and breaking harmful parenting habits that may have formed over many generations, so that our own kids can thrive and do better! #parentingtips #parentingjourney #parentinghacks #northtexas #forgiveyourself #forgiveness #growthmindset #movingon #dfw #texasnonprofit #traumahealing