““I want to begin by saying thank you! Thank you for giving me a chance to meet you and the wonderful staff at Endeavor. This experience was nothing short of remarkable in every way. Your team provided exceptional care and knowledge on all your horses and the program as to how it relates to PTSD and Addiction with Veterans. It was because of this program I was able to really see my strengths and weaknesses come to light.

I am a 13 year Veteran with 3 Combat tours to Iraq, to include Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Tikrit. During my time in Iraq, I was awarded 3 Purple Hearts and a Bronze star of Valor for my actions that took place. It was because of these wounds that I held away from people and tried to not get close to anyone or anything.

Endeavor changed all that! When I was there with the horses, I had to learn to be mindful, calm, steady, and smooth when dealing with the horses. We never got to learn the horse’s trauma, but we did get to learn their pain as they did ours. I wanted to learn everything about the horses, their fears, hopes, and struggles. But true to your word I was stopped in my tracks from getting information “Even though I tried really hard”. But that’s the beauty in this program. It makes you look deep inside of yourself and that other opponent and see what’s making you both tick.

Working with Pearl, I was able to learn more than just words but feelings too. As I worked beside her I could feel her every move, every breath, and every gaze. Now I’m not too sure about most but when she looked into my eyes I felt as though she could see into my very soul. I learned how pain locked us and understanding of what’s around made us. Her and I were creatures of many levels and thanks to her I was able to breathe and clear my mind.

For a combat Veteran, it’s not easy to do this and it can often be a struggle. Endeavor allowed this to happen, you made this happen. I am truly grateful for you and your staff and if there is anything I can ever do for you or your program, please let me know. You all are in my thoughts and I truly won’t forget about this.. I believe this program can help anyone who it touches and is a fantastic tool for a Veteran’s recovery…” ”