Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Get Back Up On That Horse!




We have all been told at some point in our lives after a perceived failure to get back up on the horse. How often do we take this advice to heart? Sometimes it is scary to try that thing you did not succeed at the first time or it just seems plain impossible that you will ever get it right.



This past weekend I went horseback riding for the first time since I lost most of my sight. I grew up riding and realized a couple of months ago that I really missed it. My mother had owned a couple of horses , I had participated in adopt a horse projects and we went riding all over the country. In my quest to truly reconnect with my authentic self I came to the conclusion that I must get back up on a horse!  So, Saturday Dr. Jacob and I went riding at the Circle Bar B Ranch. It was n hour and a  half ride but ended up being more like two hours. We went up to 1000 feet in elevation, through part of the national forest, crossed streams and passed by the oldest avocado trees in Santa Barbara County.



Half way through the ride I realized how at peace I was with the world. Being on a horse again was a sort of homecoming for me personally. I found something I loved doing when I was sighted again and I was able to do it on my own without sight. It was the best feeling in the world! I was able to let go of old fears and take in the beauty that nature had to offer through my other senses.



The old adage is true, you must get back on that horse again. Life is super tough but when you find something you love doing, keep doing it! Never let a so-called disability or challenge get in your way. Your body has an amazing inner wisdom that will help our adapt and conquer your challenges. My sight decreased but my hearing improved! Take some time for self reflection to discover what your body and universal intelligence is offering you in this moment. You have so many gifts and it is time for you to unleash them! The world is ready for you to be awesome so gitty up!



ADIO Love,
Dr. Elizabeth
  

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