Each of my classes has a topic and each block of classes has an overall theme. I need to work this way; it lightens the mental load – a familiar …
Learning is not linear
This August, the same as every August, I pause my online and in-person classes. I need a break. My planning mind needs a break from thinking about what to teach …
Regulating your nervous system – are you responding to a danger that’s no longer there?
Regulating the nervous system and embodiment, are subjects frequently discussed, and there are many systems to help with both. Some simple, some complex and some not as portable or practical …
Why am I still holding my belly?
I’ve been working with one-to-one clients since 1999, which is quite a long time. During these many years I’ve noticed similarities within the bodies of my clients (and mine too). …
“Let go in your belly, let go in your belly, let go in your belly”
It seems that we all have a mantra in our work, something we say over and over again. My husband works in IT, so as we all know, his is …
More thoughts on your jaw….
If you are familiar with embodiment practices and/or you’ve been using Alexander Technique thinking for a good while now, some “directed thoughts” might be useful. Even if this is new …
“How’s your jaw?”
This isn’t a question usually asked but habitually tightening or clenching your jaw can create untold trouble in your body. Localised pain, headaches, earaches, tooth damage and even sinus pain …
Where’s the support coming from?
Does the tension in your feet keep you from feeling the ground? Does the tension in your pelvis stop you from feeling safe? We need to know where our support …
A different kind of yoga
When I was in my early twenties, everyone and their mother seemed to be getting into yoga. And loving it. I went along to various classes, mostly based on Hatha …
Why would you learn the Alexander Technique?
To feel great in your own skin – Improving your relationship with your body brings many positive changes. Loving, and feeling appreciation for it can be profound. If you can …