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The Horse Boy
Film and Q&A with Kristin Neff
Saturday, Dec 8, 2012 , 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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- Kristin Neff, PhD
101 San Antonio Rd
Petaluma CA 94952
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How far would you travel to heal someone you love? An intensely personal yet epic spiritual journey, The Horse Boy follows one Texas couple and their autistic son as they trek on horseback through Outer Mongolia in search of a miracle to treat his condition.
When two-year-old Rowan was diagnosed with autism, Rupert Isaacson, a writer and former horse trainer, and his wife Kristin Neff, a psychology professor, sought the best possible medical care for their son—but traditional therapies had little effect. Then they discovered Rowan's profound affinity for animals – particularly horses – and the family set off on a quest for a possible cure…
Kristin Neff and her family were featured in this documentary film and book. Join us for this extraordinary, award-winning film and participate in the discussion after the presentation.
FEES
- $10 at the door, general public
- Free to participants in Kristin Neff's weekend workshop, Building Skills of Self-Compassion, Friday, December 7– Sunday, December 9