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On today's episode, Josh and Victoria pull back the curtain on the magic of horses, and reveal how they empower and inspire us to come into our truest identity.  We do a deep dive on the significance of the implications of this topic, and relate it to our own son's journey toward affirming his gender.  Our goal is to empower others to embrace their journey in life, and advocate for the trans community by empowering them in particular, and seeking to educate the public on this often misunderstood and very important topic/community. 

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“So, today, we’re gonna to talk about one of the most amazing transformations that has come out of our journey, actually more of a revelation, and we are talking about our son James.  He came out to us as Trangender earlier this year and the process has proven to be illuminating and inspirational, sometimes painful and confusing, but totally incredible for all of us.”

“59% of transgender students had been required to use a bathroom that did not match the gender they live every day.  And this is the one that totally freaks me out: 34% of transgender people attempt suicide at least once before the age of 19. That’s a lot of kids at risk when you know that 1.8 million kids in the U.S. identify as transgender.”

“And, major bummer, there was some bullying on a group chat by one of the kids’ friends that made me want to scream, James actually handled it himself and it turned out to be a moment of real pride for him.  But, I was so angry, I couldn’t believe this kid, I’ve known him and his family for years.  It was completely disheartening to realize the dialogue going on within their household was so hateful and ignorant.”

“While I didn’t have a discriminatory stance in any way shape or form towards the trans community, I discovered I was way more misinformed than I realized.  It was humbling.  So certainly other families are going be much less informed then us, and some do have a culture of discrimination in their families.  If James can feel secure in his herd, know he is strong while, simultaneously protected, know that he himself owns his power which can’t be touched by anyone or anything, then he can react with loving kindness.  He can react with empathy, and attempt to educate those who bully him when possible, and shake them off when they aren’t willing to listen and learn.”  

“I hope our story has given you some good things to chew on and maybe a bit of insight into how horses and nature can create inspired, empowered growth.  We are going to keep looking to the herd for these lessons - simple, ancient, holistic and deeply connected.  We hope you’ll stay with us as we do.”