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Wellness Redefined – Our First Body & Mind Wellness Retreat in the Azores
When I think about wellness, the first images that come to mind aren’t necessarily of exercise routines, Pilates mats, or perfectly plated healthy meals. Instead, I picture moments, small, often quiet ones, that shift how we feel from the inside out. The slow inhale that fills the lungs with morning air. The shared smile between two people who just met but already feel like old friends. The kind of deep belly laugh that leaves your cheeks sore and your heart light.
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Aug 155 min read
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First the Body, Then the Mind: A Pilates-Based Theory of Transformation
Pilates invites us into this reversal. It says: Start with the breath. Find your center. Move with intention. And watch how your mind changes.
The body is not a passive follower of the mind. It is the first responder, the silent witness, the archive of our becoming. And when we learn to listen to it, to move it, to honor its wisdom—we unlock a deeper, truer kind of resilience.
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Jun 175 min read
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The Joy of Progression: Celebrating Small Wins and Continuous Growth in your Pilates Practice
As one of my clients recently reminded me: "Progress is possible, not guaranteed".
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Jan 25 min read
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All The Eyes Can See: The Connection Between Eye Movement, Posture, and Cognitive Function
Eye movements are dynamic processes that go beyond mere visual perception; they are integral to our interaction with the world.
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Jan 21, 20243 min read
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How my ADHD brain has led me to the world of Pilates
Back in 2014 I had a mental breakdown... After been diagnosed with ADHD and Central Auditory Processing Disorder, I tried to pursue a...
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Feb 21, 20224 min read
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