5 Reasons To Try Equine Therapy for Recovering Cancer Patients
American writer Bret Harte wrote that “of all animals kept for the recreation of mankind, the horse alone is capable of exciting a passion that shall be absolutely hopeless.” I can attest to the truth of this, as I’ve been absolutely, hopelessly in love with horses since I was little. I’ve been lucky enough to […]
The Healing Power of Pets
Dogs have always held a special place in my heart and in my home. When I left to attend college, I felt incomplete without the company of my two dogs, Sherlock and Agatha. I volunteered at the local animal shelter and on a farm that had multiple horses, twelve dogs, several cats, a goat and […]
Music Therapy – The Power of Music
Music is magical. It can inspire, it can soothe, it can energize. For patients, music can serve as a vital outlet, a medium to express your anger, frustration, fear and joy. It has even been found to have a physical benefit for patients. Throughout my treatment for leukemia, music was a constant. Sometimes I used […]
