On International Women’s Day, March 8, there will be worldwide celebrations of achievement, courage, and resilience. This blog post contributes by exploring how healthy posture can support and express these qualities in a lasting, authentic way.
Is Just Showing Up Enough?
A common saying in the United States is “Showing up is half the battle.” I would prefer that to read “Showing up is half the game.” This distinction notwithstanding, the saying speaks to the big difference between giving something a try and opting out of participating at all. But does this lowest-common-denominator approach predispose us toward laziness? And does it cheapen the earnest efforts of others?
People make a big deal about perfectly adhering to routines, attending classes (or in pre-COVID times, the gym) daily, etc. As it turns out, however, the imperfect, fuzzy-edged effort has a great deal of value. Learn why in my latest blog post!