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Sanctuary Life
"The gentle presence of animals and the creative release of art have an unparalleled capacity to soothe the wounded spirit and guide us toward wholeness."
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- Carolyn Resnick, Artist and Animal-Assisted Therapist
Love, Not Labor: The New Story of Horses and Humanity
From Rescue to Revelation: Why Saving Animals Saves Us Too By Art, Heart & Hoofbeats Sanctuary Brittney and Sunny snuggle At Art, Heart &...
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Jun 103 min read
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Where Everyone Belongs: A Juneteenth Tribute of Unity & Strength
A lovely green pasture with AHHS rescue horses grazing. Freedom Is a Practice: Honoring Juneteenth at AHHS Through Connection and Choice...
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Jun 92 min read
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Come as You Are, Leave Loved: Pride, Ponies & All the Feels
Pride in Every Hoofbeat: Wellness, Identity, and Belonging at AHHS At Art, Heart & Hoofbeats Sanctuary, we believe in the power of being...
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Jun 82 min read
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You’re Not Alone: Finding Peace through People, Paint, and Ponies
The Connection Cure: How Relationships Restore Our Well-Being Loneliness isn’t just a passing feeling—it’s a public health concern....
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Jun 62 min read
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Fighting the Shadows, Together: What the Marvel Movie Thunderbolts Can Teach Us About Healing at AHHS
Title: Fighting the Shadows, Together: What the Marvel Movie Thunderbolts Can Teach Us About Healing at AHHS Not every hero wears a...
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Jun 12 min read
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More Than a Feeling: The Science and Spirit of Gratitude at AHHS
Gratitude in Every Hoofbeat By Anne Krocak, Executive Director, AHHS At Art, Heart, and Hoofbeats Sanctuary, we’ve learned that gratitude...
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Jun 12 min read
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"One Down, Eleven to Glow: Art & Wellness Begins at AHHS!"
We had our very first Art and Wellness Class  at AHHS this week, and what a magical start it was! A fantastic group from the Annicca Day...
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May 262 min read
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Healing in Motion: Horses, Nature, and Art at the Heart of Community
A bright green pasture with multiple horses surrounded by trees An image of AHHS How AHHS Began and why It's a Sanctuary for Both Horses...
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May 254 min read
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Finding Your Herd: How Deep Connection Can Transform Health-A short story told by Fable and translated to English by A. Krocak & an invitation of belonging at AHH
Finding Your Herd: Healing Through Connection at AHH In today’s disconnected world, finding true connection can feel rare—but it’s...
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May 212 min read
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The Circle of Care: Welcoming Our Newest Rescues
Ahh's Human Welcome Committee At Art, Heart, and Hoofbeats , we talk a lot about the way horses help humans, humans help horses,...
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Apr 42 min read
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Writing Our Own Owner’s Manual: A Guide to Self-Acceptance & Understanding
Writing Our Own Owner’s Manual: A Guide to Self-Acceptance & Understanding For most of my life, I struggled with anxiety, depression, and...
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Apr 13 min read
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Lessons from the Herd
Singing, Dancing, and Sharing Stories with Horses There is a rhythm to working with horses—a dance of trust, movement, and connection. At...
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Mar 312 min read
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Dancing with horses-Lessons from the herd
Pressure and Release: Are We Missing the Joy? This week, we shared a fun video featuring Meg, one of our amazing Volunteer Ambassadors....
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Mar 171 min read
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Gratitude for Sunflowers
Three Horses in a grass pasture, RItz, Mastadon and Fable back light by sun Helping Others Shine with Clarity, Purpose, and Heart At Art,...
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Mar 44 min read
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What is your "why"? And where does it lead you?
What is Your Why? And How Does It Lead You? Everyone at AHH has been busy. We’re revamping our website, keeping horses healthy, making...
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Feb 153 min read
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New Year, New Milestones at Art, Heart, and Hoofbeats
As we step into 2025, the AHH community is buzzing with energy, gratitude, and growth. Here’s a roundup of the exciting updates and...
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Jan 43 min read
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Rescue Horses, Art, and Community as medicine for the soul...
Giving Thanks: A Reflection on AHH's First Year of Healing As Thanksgiving approaches, we at Art, Heart, and Hoofbeats (AHH) pause to...
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Nov 27, 20241 min read
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Building Compassion, Connection and Courage at Art, Heart and Hoofbeats!
Healing in Connection Today’s world can be overwhelming, and it’s easy to become disconnected from ourselves, from nature, and from each...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
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Discover the Magic: Yin Yoga, Sound Baths, Nature Immersion, and Mandala Creation at AHH – A Fundraiser for Our Horses
Join Us for a Day of Wellness and Support Our Rescue Horses!
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Oct 1, 20241 min read
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Uncovering the Alchemy of Joy: A Revolutionary Path to Living in the Now
At Art, Heart, and Hoofbeats, finding joy in the present moment is not just encouraged; it’s an integral part of the experience. As we...
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Aug 24, 20241 min read
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