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Unbridled Healing: A Poem on the Power of Horse Assisted Therapy for Mental Health

  • Writer: Lillyana Morales
    Lillyana Morales
  • Feb 17
  • 2 min read

In the tranquil embrace of farm and field,

Where nature whispers softly and hearts are healed,

Horses stand, majestic, with souls so true,

Teaching us the depths of what we can do.


The Silent Connection


In every gentle nuzzle, a quiet bond forms,

A horse’s breath a balm amidst life’s storms.

They sense our sadness, our hopes, and fears,

Offering solace as they dry our tears.



Through the rustling grasses and open skies,

The horse invites us to reopen our eyes.

To the beauty around, to the peace inside,

Encouraging us to let our emotions ride.


The Journey Within


With each hoofbeat echoing against the ground,

We embark on a journey where healing is found.

As we brush their coats, we sweep away doubt,

In their calm presence, we learn to reach out.


They mirror our feelings, they draw out our pain,

In moments of silence, much wisdom they gain.

A horse does not judge, they only reflect,

In their tranquil eyes, we find self-respect.


Embracing the Lessons


In the dance of connection, we learn to be free,

In their powerful grace, we rediscover glee.

They teach us of patience, of courage to stand,

Of trusting ourselves, and extending a hand.


With every step forward, we mend what is broken,

The language of hoofbeats, more deep than unspoken.

They guide us through darkness that often prevails,

Their strength and their spirit weave powerful trails.


A Poem of Healing


Ode to the steed, with mane flowing wild,

Every encounter a chance to be reconciled.

To the scars that we carry, the burdens we hold,

Through horse-assisted therapy, courage unfolds.


In fields lush and green, under the sun's gentle rays,

We find an embrace that forever stays.

Healing through horses, a bond that’s divine,

A journey of growth, like grapes to the vine.


Nature's Remedy


The open pastures, a canvas so vast,

In harmony, we learn to let go of the past.

Each ride tells a story, every leap teaches grace,

With every shared moment, together we face.


As we gallop through challenges, fierce and bold,

We uncover the treasures that our hearts hold.

The bond with these creatures transforms our view,

Healing through horses, old becomes new.


Close-up view of a majestic horse in a lush green field

The Healing Gift of Horses


In the tapestry of therapy, the threads interweave,

A horse’s heart offers more than we perceive.

For in their presence, we discover our worth,

The unspoken healing that comes from the earth.


So let us cherish this bond, profound and rare,

As we ride through the valleys without a care.

In the realm of horses, we find our way,

To unbridled healing each and every day.


Through the lens of a horse, the world takes flight,

Inviting us all into soft starlit nights.

Let us celebrate this journey of grace,

Horse-assisted therapy, our elevated space.


In a world often hurried, disconnected and fast,

Within equine companionship, we find our path at last.

With every gallop, each hoofprint left behind,

We find strength in connection, a peace intertwined.


Let the healing continue; let our spirits soar high,

For in the company of horses, our hearts learn to fly.

 
 
 

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