As adults, it is easy to default to playing it safe, yet stepping outside our comfort zones and embracing a sense of adventure can unlock unexpected vitality and self-trust. In this episode of Inspired Intentions, host Alan and Skyterra Program Director Claire welcome Rhiannon (“Re”), owner of Little River Trail Rides in Brevard, North Carolina. Having guided across private estates, national forests, and state lands, Re shares how partnering with horses opens a profound gateway to grounding, confidence, and connection in nature.
Together, they dispel the myth that the horse does all the physical work. Re breaks down the unique isometric engagement, core stability, and posture required in the saddle, comparing the horse’s consistent stride to a soothing metronome that helps regulate an overstimulated nervous system. Claire and Re also reflect on the emotional transformations they see on DuPont State Forest trails. From nervous first-timers discovering their voice to longtime Skyterra guests reclaiming their playful, adventurous spirit.
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