#1 The Good, The Bad, and The Fit: Exploring the Surprising Relationship between Harm and Healing in Fitness, Yoga, and Wellness

Episode 1: Presence and Shared Language

Welcome to the limited series the Duality of Harm and Healing. Over the next 10 weeks, Kate Moore and Ruby Chandler of The Duality Project will explore themes that have shaped their decade-long careers as movement professionals and fitness-space owners. They aim to provide a human-centered framework for growth and restoration in fitness, yoga, and wellness communities.

Episode Overview

In this first episode, Kate and Ruby delve into the foundational theme of Presence from the My Self Study Practice. They introduce key concepts and language to help you deepen your understanding and reframe your approach to wellness. Their goal isn’t to provide all the answers, but to encourage self-reflection and inquiry.

What You’ll Learn:

• The Power of Words: Kate and Ruby explain why words matter, introducing the concept of Shared Language and its role in creating meaningful connections.
• Defining Presence: A deep dive into what it means to be present, focusing on being attuned to your surroundings and inner self.
• Intentionality in Language: Tips on communicating with clarity and purpose for more impactful connections.
• Embodiment: An exploration of embodiment as the authentic expression of self, moving beyond buzzwords.
• the Duality of Harm and Healing: Addressing how these opposing forces coexist within the fitness and wellness spaces.

Key Takeaways:

• Intentional Language Matters: How choosing the right words can build stronger connections.
• Presence in Daily Life: Practical strategies to stay present and aware.
• Embodiment: Reconnecting with your body to support healing and self-awareness.

Action Items:

• Reflect: Click here to download the Duality of Harm and Healing Guided Workbook to respond to prompts like, “What image comes to mind when you hear ‘wellness’?”
• Engage: Ask five people about their experiences with fitness, yoga, or wellness, and share insights on social media. Follow and tag @moore_kate, @life.with.ruby, and @myselfstudypractice

Next Episode:

In the upcoming episode, titled “The Fitfluencer Clean Up: That’s Not Fitness, Yoga, or Wellness—That’s Your Internalized Biases,” Kate and Ruby explore the theme of Acceptance. They’ll discuss how acknowledging reality opens the door to change.

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