On September 11, 2001, the moment the second plane hit the Twin Towers, it was obvious to even bystanders that America was under attack. Before long, the area was covered in a cloud of thick, toxic dust. All bridges and tunnels were shut down, making water the only way off Manhattan Island. As the Twin Towers collapsed, hundreds of thousands of ash-covered people were stranded … [Read more...] about 4 Ways Everyone Can Help Improve Mental Health in Their Communities
Depression
Harnessing the Healing Power of Horses to Treat Depression
Throughout the pandemic, many people, especially teenagers have experienced rising rates in depression. Stephanie Hansen, who works as an emergency room nurse, has witnessed the effects firsthand. “The difference between the number of mental illness patients pre-Covid and today has rapidly increased,” she says. “We see people in the emergency room, but there are such … [Read more...] about Harnessing the Healing Power of Horses to Treat Depression
Bridle Up Hope: Inspiring Hope, Confidence, and Resilience in Young Women Through Horses
When Michael Covey lost his sister Rachel to the effects of depression, he and his family didn't know how to cope. But when Rachel's friends shared the profound way that horseback riding with her had impacted their lives, it inspired Michael and his family to create the nonprofit Bridle Up Hope. The organization's mission is to inspire hope, confidence, and resilience in young … [Read more...] about Bridle Up Hope: Inspiring Hope, Confidence, and Resilience in Young Women Through Horses
Bridle Up Hope: Transforming Girls’ Lives One Horse at a Time
There’s a saying that states, “Every horse deserves, at least once in their lives, to be loved by a little girl.” I believe it could also be said that, “Every girl deserves, at least once in their lives, to be loved by a horse.” Something magical happens when young girls and horses connect. For Rachel Covey the bond she shared with her horse, Tarzan, was a saving grace that she … [Read more...] about Bridle Up Hope: Transforming Girls’ Lives One Horse at a Time
