We don't know how to pause. Our modern environment makes it almost impossible. I propose we should create deliberate pauses in our daily lives. It's a revolutionary act.
I often use the phrase “Movement with Awareness” to describe what I teach. I am not wholly satisfied with the term, but it’s been useful...
I used to think habits meant boring routines I’d never stick to. But I’ve discovered that making tiny, mindful breaks part of my day completely changes how I feel. Just a few minutes of slow, conscious movement brings focus, ease, and energy. Small steps, done daily, truly add up—and that’s the kind of habit I can love.
We are a sedentary society. Everything is organised around convenience (we are willing, even eager, to pay for it)...