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Dear Reader, May is a month that naturally turns our hearts toward mothering—whether we are raising children, supporting others, or tending to our own inner world. Mothering (and parenting) can be deeply meaningful and incredibly demanding. It asks us to hold space, navigate emotions, set boundaries, and stay connected—all at once. Is that even possible? This year, I’m honoring Mothering May with three opportunities to gather, learn, and be supported in community. Raising Resilient Kids | May 5, 10am PDTA practical, empowering class for parents and caregivers Raising resilient youth isn’t about toughening them up—it’s about helping them feel safe, capable, and connected in a complex world. In this conversation, we’ll explore how the 10 Pillars of Resilience can transform your family. You’ll walk away with grounded tools you can use right away—especially helpful for navigating big feelings, building responsibility, and strengthening connection. Learn more and register here. Community Conversation on Mothering | May 9, 8am PDTA space to be real, heard, and supported Did you have a mom—or are you mothering? Mothering doesn’t come with a manual—and it certainly wasn’t meant to be done alone. This community conversation is a chance to gather with others, share honestly, and explore the challenges and beauty of mothering and maybe recover from the losses you navigate from childhood with your mother Come as you are. Listen, share, or simply be held in community. Redeem your gift here. Rulz 4 Girlz | May 21, 1pm PDTSupporting girls through emotional growth and self-understanding Growing up in today’s world can be overwhelming. Rulz 4 Girlz is designed to support girls in understanding themselves, building confidence, and developing emotional resilience. What are the rules girls learn in their families and communities? What are the rules we wish they would learn? What are the rules for parenting healthy girls? Most importantly, what are the rules that will keep them safe and strong in body and mind? This offering creates a safe and empowering space for growth, connection, and self-awareness. Register here. I look forward to seeing you soon. Please email me with any questions or topics you would love to hear me address. Alane Freund, MS, MA |
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Dear Reader, Why Pulling Away from What Is Hard Always Makes It Worse | Pema Chödrön Did you have a chance to check out this short interview with Pema Chödrön? When my life was falling apart (again) in 2004, my therapist referred me to Pema's book, When Things Fall Apart. It was truly eye-opening to me... and counterintuitive. It's a lesson I get to learn over and over again: Pulling away from what is hard makes it worse. I was raised with "When the going gets tough, the tough get going...
Dear Reader, Maybe you joined the herd last month or perhaps it's been years, but you are forever a member of our herd. We hope you will join us in person or in spirit for our summer open barn at the Heart & Mind Equine vacation pasture this evening. Thursday, July 9, 6pm Heart & Mind Equine Open HouseFor those of you in the SF Bay Area, we have a few spots left in our summer self-compassion group. It meets Thursday Evenings in July and August (no group 7/30). Coming Home to Yourself: A...
Dear Reader, Big things have been happening at Heart & Mind Equine. I'm sending this to everyone so you can see some beautiful photos of our rescue herd. They are the most amazing colleagues! If you would like more of this content, please reply with the word HORSE so we add you to the horse email list. Speaking Horse Summer: Grow, Shine, AlignJune 28 - Purchase tickets HERE. Full Moon Solstice Gathering at the BarnJune 29 - Purchase tickets HERE. Coming Home to Yourself: A 6-week...