Stillness in the Storm: Paddock Dynamics of Trauma Recovery on International PTSD Awareness Day On International PTSD Awareness Day – 27 June – the Australian veteran and first responder communities often find themselves inundated with standard mental health advice. We are told to breathe, to talk, and to process. But for those who have worn […]
Honouring the Brave: Strength, Resilience, and Healing for Our Veterans and First Responders The month of May brings a combination of global reflection, historic remembrance, and modern gratitude. In the US our colleagues Globally, recognise May as Mental Health Month, an initiative that serves as a timely reminder that mental wellness knows no borders. The
Beyond Service: Finding Stillness and Connection this ANZAC Day As the pre-dawn mist settles over cenotaphs across Australia this April 25th, the familiar notes of the Last Post will once again drift through the air. For many, ANZAC Day is a day of public ceremony—parades, medals pinned to chests, and the collective recitation of “Lest
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Zero Discrimination Day: Supporting Every Veteran’s Story On March 1st, we marked Zero Discrimination Day, a global call to celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life with dignity—no matter who they are or where they come from. While the date has passed on the calendar, its relevance for our Australian
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February Forward with Calm: How Horses Support Well-Being in 2026 The turn of the New Year often brings a surge of “new year, new you” energy, filled with ambitious resolutions and fast-paced goals. However, for those who have spent their careers on the front lines—our veterans and first responders—this collective push for “more” can sometimes
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Welcome to 2026: Gentle Goals for Veterans & First Responders The New Year often brings thoughts of fresh starts and resolutions. But if you’re a veteran or first responder living with trauma or PTSD, big goals can feel, well, just a little bit overwhelming. This year, why not focus on gentle, realistic steps that
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Using Equine Therapy to Navigate the Silly Season – finding calm admidst the Christmas Chaos As the calendar turns to December and the Australian summer kicks into high gear, there is a familiar shift in the air. For most, the Christmas and New Year period is a time of parties, presents, and planning. But for
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Using Equine Therapy to Navigate the Silly Season – finding calm admidst the Christmas Chaos For many of you, the slide into December brings a sparkle of anticipation – Christmas lights start to be seen, carols play in the shops and the promise of reunions. But for those living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety,
Honouring Their Service: Navigating the Hidden Weight of Remembrance Day On November 11th, as a nation, we pause. We wear poppies, we stand in silence, and we remember. Remembrance Day is a vital and solemn occasion, a moment to collectively honour the sacrifice of those who gave their lives in service, fighting for the freedoms
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Finding Your Way Back to Kindness: How Horses Can Heal the Wounded Heart Hello, can I ask you a question? How often do you find yourself in a silent battle with your own mind? That inner voice that’s quick to point out a mistake, to replay a painful memory, or to whisper that you’re not
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