The words we tell ourselves matter. They creep into our subconscious minds and set up shop, affecting all the other thoughts and actions we have. If you let the good thoughts in, more good will follow; but if you max out on picking out what’s wrong, things become harder. Do you pick out your flaws? …
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Break the Rules of Pilates
Pilates can be very scripted. Exercises are meant to go in a certain order, the positions are very specific, and your breath should match your movements. As a previous dancer, this type of exercise feels like home to me; there are rules to follow, and I love a good rule! My husband, however, …
Finding Love for the Fundamentals
When we are learning something new, we are often so eager to get past the fundamentals and on to the next stage or accomplishment. I know that as a child, I thought the fundamentals were boring. I was a Scottish dancer from age four to nineteen, and we always had to practice our foot, arm, head …