Being present everyday
There is growing acceptance that being more present is generally good for our health and wellbeing, albeit it can remain elusive in increasingly busy lives.… Read More »Being present everyday
Inhibition
Just say no!
For many of us, it feels like the pace of life is accelerating. It’s often a challenge simply to deal with the everyday stuff –… Read More »Just say no!
What makes the Alexander Technique unique?
Sometimes when I’m giving a first Alexander lesson, people say things like ‘Oh, it’s a bit like mindfulness isn’t it?’ What makes something unique is… Read More »What makes the Alexander Technique unique?
More sleepless nights?
In my previous post I talked about some of the practicalities that can help foster a good night’s sleep. At the end of the day… Read More »More sleepless nights?
Alexander Technique and agency
I’ve probably mentioned before that people often start Alexander Technique lessons for help with one particular problem – common examples are back pain, stress or… Read More »Alexander Technique and agency
Getting to the root cause
Western medicine and western society have a tendency to treat symptoms, rather than aiming to get to the root cause of particular problems. For example,… Read More »Getting to the root cause
Getting organised
The other day one of my clients was saying that, through her Alexander lessons, she has become more mindful about how she’s going about her… Read More »Getting organised
Give yourself a moment
What is it we’re actually doing when we put the Alexander Technique into practice in daily life? Well, we’re bringing our awareness to our embodied… Read More »Give yourself a moment
Do I trust myself?
Do you trust yourself? Or rather, in what ways do you and don’t you trust yourself? Perhaps, for example, you’re a bit lacking in trust… Read More »Do I trust myself?
Making time
Last night, as I was busy catching up on emails, the whole room gradually filled with a warm glow and I was drawn to look… Read More »Making time