by Annabelle Coote | Oct 24, 2017 | Movement Matters Blog, Sexual Harassment & Assault
Hesitancy, mixed feelings, and vulnerability I had been considering my own response to #metoo since it poured into social media last week. Did I want to post, and if so – how? I processed my clients’ reactions to #metoo over the week. These conversations reinforced my...
by Annabelle Coote | Sep 8, 2017 | Exercises, Featured Posts, Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
These brief guided mindfulness exercises can help provide a respite from your busy day. Each is about 2 minutes long and they can be done alone or together. Moment of Mindful Movement Try the Moment of Mindful Movement if you’d like to take a break from sitting and...
by Annabelle Coote | Oct 18, 2016 | Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
Joining a CSA* farm share in the midst of a busy life.Since the last time our family was a part of a CSA , life has become more complicated. The kids are older and more involved in activities and my husband and I have full professional lives. I have a private practice...
by Annabelle Coote | Feb 23, 2016 | Featured Posts, Mental Health, Movement Matters Blog
Depression is common but it can also be confusing. Many people experience some form of depression, ranging from severe and debilitating clinical depression to everyday “blues”. It is so common that some people take it for granted that they just have to live with it....
by Annabelle Coote | Dec 11, 2015 | Exercises, Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
Self-care is a not just a gift you can give yourself, it’s a key ingredient to living with more peace and calm. When you take the time to pause and take care of yourself, it feels good, but it also helps you function. Imagine singing a song or giving a speech without...
by Annabelle Coote | Nov 6, 2015 | Exercises, Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
Remember the “Do-Over”? Kids are running a race or playing a game and there is a false start. Someone yells “Do-Over!” and everything starts all over again. And, viola – you get a fresh start. Just this week I heard a lovely story about how a dad created a do-over for...
