I’m happy to report I’m back in the inversions saddle. I’m even doing leg switches again! I always, always use a mat now. Working on handstands has also really helped me because I discovered I had a fear of being chest to pole (weirdly, not the other way around?) So knowing my bail-out positions were strong helped me work past my fear and be more mindful of safety. Anyway I’m still working through the fear at times — once in a while now, I will sweat more profusely or I will feel my heart race, even if I feel logically calm — but overall I’m glad to be moving my way through it.