Grace was given the chance to meet these new people and help herself heal. Through expanding relationships she regained her self-confidence which helped her get back to her old self. Grace acted on many choices in this movie. She was given the choice of sitting around feeling sorry for herself, or getting up and helping around the ranch. Grace acted on those choices and decided to choose what would be better for her.
Grace gets out and works.
This makes her feel like she has some responsibility that she can handle. She knew that she was a good rider and could ride again someday. Little by little she built up the courage that she needed to overcome this disability. Grace s disability is one that most people take for granted. Most people never think about losing their leg or any other body part, which would have an affect on them doing the one thing they love most.