52: Hurdle2Hope® Stories: Meet Michelle Holling-Brooks

Do the labels of illness shape how you see yourself? 

In this episode of Wellbeing Interrupted, I sit down with Michelle Holling-Brooks to explore her profound journey of healing and resilience. Michelle’s story is one of transformation—moving beyond health labels and discovering the wisdom and power hidden in life’s challenges. 

Through her insights, Michelle invites us to redefine what healing looks like and embrace wholeness over perfection. Her connection to the Wounded Healer archetype and her remarkable bond with horses offer unique perspectives on living authentically through adversity. 

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Key Episode Takeaways 

• Healing Beyond Labels: Don’t let labels define or limit your journey. 
• Wholeness Over Perfection: Healing is about embracing your whole self, not chasing perfection. 
• The Wounded Healer: Wounds hold wisdom and can become a source of strength. 
• Horses as Healers: Deep connection with horses can unlock profound healing. 
• Living Authentically: Trust your inner wisdom to find joy and purpose despite challenges. 

Show Resources 

• Website: Visit Michelle’s website at unbridledchange.org, including a free resources section with meditation guides and healing practices. 
• Podcast: Check out Michelle’s Soulful Practices Podcast, available on Spotify and YouTube, for weekly insights and somatic practices. 
• More Stories: For more inspiring Hurdle2Hope® stories, visit hurdle2hope.com/stories. 

About the Guest
Michelle Holling-Brooks is the founder of Unbridled Change, an organization dedicated to helping individuals transform through equine-assisted therapy, coaching, and somatic healing. Drawing from her own experiences with traumatic brain injury, chronic illness, and PTSD, Michelle’s approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and the profound connection between humans and horses. She also hosts the Soulful Practices Podcast, where she shares reflections and practices for holistic healing. 

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