Emotional breakthroughs from "summary" of The Horse Boy by Rupert Isaacson
In the midst of our journey, we encountered what can only be described as emotional breakthroughs. These moments were like sudden cracks in the emotional dam that had been holding back years of pent-up feelings and frustrations. It was as if all the pain and confusion that had been building up inside us were finally finding a way to escape, to be released into the open air. One such breakthrough happened during a particularly intense session with the horses. Rowan, my son who had been diagnosed with autism, had always struggled to communicate his feelings and emotions. But on that day, something shifted. As he interacted with the horses, I could see a light come on in his eyes. It was as if he had finally found a way to connect with the world around him, to express himself in a way that words could not capture. As I watched Rowan interact with the horses, I couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion myself. It was a mix of relief, joy, and overwhelming gratit...
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