Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: The Shamans Living Among Us

Coco and Bella, our intuitive healers, resting in quiet harmony at the farmhouse.

We often talk about energy in Pilates. The energy we cultivate in movement, the energy we pass on as teachers, and the energy we receive from the spaces and people around us. But today, I want to take a moment to talk about a different kind of energy worker. One that has four legs, soft fur, and a knowing gaze that seems to see right through the veil.

As many of you know, we share our farmhouse with two cats, Coco and Bella. They’ve settled into the space beautifully, and it’s clear they’ve made it their own. But every so often, they remind us that there’s more going on than we might notice at first glance.

There are moments when they’ll be walking through the room and suddenly stop in their tracks. Both of them. At exactly the same time. They’ll turn their heads in perfect synchrony and stare at a corner of the room, or a doorway, or even the middle of thin air. And honestly, I have no idea what they’re seeing. But it feels like something is there. Some energy. Some presence. And given the age of this old farmhouse, filled with stories, history, and the echoes of lives once lived here, I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re sensing more than we ever could.

What’s more, Coco and Bella are incredibly intuitive. When either of us isn’t feeling well, physically or emotionally, they know. They come and sit with us. Sometimes one, sometimes both. They position themselves carefully, often right on or near the part of the body that needs support. And you can feel it. There’s something healing in their stillness. A quiet comfort. A transfer of calm.

They’re not just pets. They’re our little guardians. Our quiet healers. They may not speak, but they know. They feel. And they remind us, daily, that healing doesn’t always come from doing. Sometimes, it comes from simply being.

So on this Thoughtful Tuesday, I invite you to take a moment and reflect. Who, or what, brings you comfort in your space? Who are your energetic allies? Whether it's a person, a pet, or simply a feeling you get when you walk into your studio, tune in to that subtle support. Acknowledge it. Be grateful for it.

We certainly are. We are so happy to have Coco and Bella in our lives.