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The Most Common Gym Misconception
Maybe the most common misconception about the gym is that it’s a place of evaluation. In reality, judgement of others interpersonally almost never comes up. Testing physical capacities even rarely …
The Skate Mantra that Makes for a Uniquely Inclusive Culture
I once spoke with a professional skater about what made the skating community so inclusive. When it comes to skating, you’ll see jocks, goth kids, punks, guys, gals, hip hop …
Are We Answering the Call to Friendship in a Lonely World?
Is the rise in polyamory in the zeitgeist a reaction to our inability to do friendship well? A wonderful friend (and profound teacher) of mine, Dr. Cara Miller, sent me …
Getting Past the Anticipation and Into the Dance of Life
Planning is good and all, but life can’t be planned. Theater, live music, and public speaking seem to share the dynamic we’re talking about here. If you’ve ever done the …
Gym Culture Ignores Movement Skill to Focus on All the Wrong Things
Gym culture is ripe with controversy. Now, I’m terrified of heights, but here I am teetering on top of this not-so-sturdy soap box. When I saw the photo above I …