7th Tip for Movement Teachers - Talk
AUDIO Meditations, Breathing Practices + Tips and Talks
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5m 8s
Let Go Of Assumptions - Don't make assumptions about anyone in your class. This is super challenging, but a necessary practice. If someone is larger, don't assume they're stiff, not strong or inexperienced. If someone is older, don't assume they're frail and need to be babied. If someone says they're a beginner, don't assume they're not balanced or physically capable. You may have an Olympic athlete in your class. They just happen to be a beginner when it comes to Pilates or yoga, etc. And, if someone tells you they're very experienced, remember that "experienced" is all relative!
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