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Have you found community? (opens the original)
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How do you know when you’ve found community?A little story.When Marli, our youngest, was just a baby, we would often place her somewhere on the mats at the end of class. Everyone would be lying around, stretching and catching up. It was a safe space for her to explore.Our first Brazilarte Academy had an incredible energy. It also had some pretty major flaws. It wasn’t insulated, and would be freezing in winter and hot in summer.When it was warm, we’d turn off the lights at the end of sessions to
Self care Sunday (opens the original)
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Staying consistent, even when you miss a day (opens the original)
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For just over a week I’ve returned to my morning walk.My preference is first thing in the morning. Following the birth of the sun.First thing feels easier. All I have to do is wake up, drink a glass of water, wash my face, brush my teeth, get dressed and step outside the door.I don’t have to look a certain way. I don’t have to be anything for anyone else. I just turn up for myself.Walking is so healing for me. And it seems that doing it first thing helps me get myself in order. It’s not about ho
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