“Monkey see, monkey do” can be a tricky mindset when it comes to movement. Sure, observation has its place—we can learn by watching. But too often, it leads to comparison and its uninvited guests: overreaching, self-judgment, frustration. “Just do it” becomes the mantra. Do it all. Do it now. And if you can’t? Maybe you’re not trying hard enough. Or maybe you don’t belong. Go play tiddlywinks instead. This way of thinking pushes us to override our bodies instead of listening to them. It paves th