Nightingale Pilates

I notice this so often in class.

I give someone a compliment and, almost immediately, they explain why it isn’t true, point out something they could have done better or brush the kind words aside.

But accepting a compliment doesn’t make you boastful. It simply allows you to recognise something positive about yourself.

Next time someone compliments you, try pausing before you explain it away. Take a breath and simply say, “Thank you.”

No justification. No shrinking the moment. No explanation needed. 🧡

What compliment are you choosing to accept today? Share it in the comments or add something positive about yourself to The Positivity Wall through the website or Fit by Wix app.

A little challenge for you this week: accept one compliment without adding “but…” afterwards.
No correcting them.
No listing what went wrong.
No comparing yourself with somebody else.

Just choose one of the responses in this carousel and allow the positive words to stay with you.

It might feel uncomfortable at first, but positive self-talk takes practice too. 🧡

Swipe through, choose the response you’ll try and let me know which one feels most natural to you.

How often does someone pay you a compliment, only for you to immediately explain it away?

Perhaps you tell them it was nothing, point out what went wrong or quickly change the subject. Accepting kind words can feel surprisingly difficult, but it’s something we can practise.

In my latest blog, I’m exploring why we struggle to accept compliments, recognise our progress and speak positively about ourselves.

Have a read, then tell me: what is something you’re proud of today? 🧡

🔗 Read the new blog here: https://www.nightingalepilates.co.uk/post/why-is-it-so-hard-to-accept-a-compliment

It's time to roll out those mats! We're starting our Summer Courses tomorrow & have a space available in our Tuesday 1:30pm & Tuesday 6:15pm just for you. Please use the link to read more & book that last space. Can't wait to see you.

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Discover our General Pilates class — Tuesday 1:30pm.

Space here starting tomorrow for our Summer course :)

Progress safely through Joe Pilates’ exercises.
Mixed-ability class with options for different levels.

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1 space has become avaliable on our Tuesday evening 615pm course starting tomorrow ! Be quick to book using the link here.

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Summer Courses 2026

Join Us for Summer Pilates Courses 2026 Hello everyone, Bookings are open for our upcoming courses starting on Tuesday July 28th until Thursday September 3rd x 6 weeks. I'm pleased to announce that for the first time, I will be offering courses throughout August, over the school summer holiday period. Our timetable has been slightly revis...

Balance isn't about being perfect.

It's about noticing when something feels a little out of sync and making small adjustments along the way.

Pilates teaches us this every time we move.

My latest blog, *Finding Balance Through Pilates*, explores how the lessons we learn on the mat can help us find more balance in everyday life too.

What helps you feel more balanced when life gets busy?