Mathilda Reading Wheeler

Unbridled Spirit is a mission-strong nonprofit organization that provides a beautiful farm location for the horses who live there and for the people who visit. I am a volunteer there in a couple of different ways. I am learning to mentor students  to share their emotional growth and challenges with the animals, bringing more peace and purpose to their challenging lives. I have seen how kids open up when they are with these animals–and also how they soak in the teachings of the instructors. They learn to sense a strong connection with a horse, to watch the horse for communication, to use this as a way to see into their personal lives and find possible solutions–all with the horse’s and mentor’s support. This work brings me such a glow as a volunteer. I learn about myself, too, as I experience these classes and get to know the horses better. On other days, I come to the farm with my Threshold singing team and  sing healing songs to these horses, because as they help heal the humans, they can take on a lot of emotional weight.  The farm obviously has a lot of expenses, and it is so important that it can keep functioning. That’s why I’m hoping you can contribute, even a small amount! And thank you so much.