Why Your Drinking Feels Worse During the Holidays — And What You Can Do About It
If your drinking ramps up in December, there’s a damn good reason. The holidays hit every emotional nerve we’ve got. Here’s what’s really going on — and what you can actually do about it.
When Your Nervous System Runs the Show (and What It’s Costing You)
Your nervous system isn’t overreacting — it’s overloaded. Learn why midlife women feel stuck in high alert, why it’s not your fault, and how stillness and horses can finally help your body breathe again.
Why the Desert Is a Powerful Place for Women in Recovery
The desert does something most environments can’t: it finally gives your nervous system a chance to breathe. For women in midlife recovery, that quiet spaciousness becomes the doorway to clarity, connection, and healing — especially when combined with the wisdom of horses.
Boundaries in Recovery: Lessons from Horses (and Life)
When a horse swishes its tail or pins its ears, it’s not being rude — it’s setting a boundary. In recovery, we can learn the same lesson: boundaries aren’t rejection, they’re protection. Horses remind us that honoring our space keeps relationships honest, safe, and balanced — and that’s true for healing too.