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 | 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...
by Annabelle Coote | Aug 14, 2015 | Exercises, Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
Vacations are a great invention! This is a quote from a friend and I happen to agree. I also think they happen to offer a lot of wisdom for everyday living. My personal favorite vacation is the go someplace quiet and beautiful, kick back, leave the world behind, do...
by Annabelle Coote | Jul 11, 2015 | Exercises, Movement Matters Blog, Self Care
I’m guessing that you do a lot for others. Family, friends, employers, coworkers, your children’s school, an organization you belong to, your friend’s mom, the list goes on. You do a lot and you give a lot and it’s really wonderful. And, sometimes, it feels like too...
