Pause for Thought
The ability to pause gives us the possibility of choice, and the opportunity not to act out of habit. This type of pause is not just a temporary stop in the action, after which we continue exactly where we left … Continue reading →
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Life Just Got Easier with the Alexander Technique
Life just got easier! This phrase – a mini description of the Alexander Technique if you like – was thought up by Alexander teacher Theta Michele Drivon. This came up during a presentation at the annual conference of the American … Continue reading →
Spotlight on Wendy Coblentz – Alexander Technique Student
In this latest in my series of interviews with students of the Alexander Technique I would like to introduce Wendy Coblentz. Like most of my interviewees so far, I have never met Wendy in person, but got to know her … Continue reading →
It’s Summer – the Perfect Time to Relax and Restore
As summer is upon us, time at the beach, the shore, the lake, and other favorite spots awaits us. It’s time when we can relax and get away from the regular day to day stresses of our lives. Unusually, for … Continue reading →
The Posture Workbook: Interview with Carolyn Nicholls
A few weeks ago, I reviewed The Posture Workbook by Carolyn Nicholls, which I highly recommend. Carolyn is one of the UK’s leading exponents of the Alexander Technique, and is the founder and Head of Training at the Brighton Alexander … Continue reading →
Book Review: The Posture Workbook
The Posture Workbook by Carolyn Nicholls Free yourself from back, neck and shoulder pain with the Alexander Technique D&B Publishing, 2012 I just finished reading this new book by Alexander Technique teacher Carolyn Nicholls. I love her first book, Body, … Continue reading →
In Gratitude to the Alexander Technique
I was inspired today to write this post after reading Lindsay Newitter’s blog, Ten Reasons for which I am Grateful for the Alexander Technique, and after participating this month in “30 Days of Gratitude” hosted by Louise Edington on her … Continue reading →
Ergonomics for the Human Body
Ergonomics [ˌər-gə-ˈnä-miks], n. the study of how a workplace and the equipment used there can best be designed for comfort, efficiency, safety, and productivity (Encarta Dictionary: English (North American) Alexander Technique [ˌal-ig-ˈzan-dər tek-ˈnēk], n. the study of how the human … Continue reading →
Alexander Technique Helps You Look Good!
Alexander Technique is a wonderful method for helping us become of aware of and change harmful habits of body and mind, which is hugely beneficial for improving posture and coordination, relieving pain (e.g. back pain, neck pain, chronic pain of … Continue reading →
Is a Picture Worth a Thousand Words?
In many practices images – pictures – are used to help you relax, or to enhance your confidence or compassion for instance. In contrast, the Alexander Technique practice of giving yourself directions – thinking in an intentional way to promote … Continue reading →