The Alexander Technique and the Museum Walk
In 1998, just prior to learning the Alexander Technique, I developed severe, debilitating neck pain. This pain, which started in my hand, lasted months. It was caused by hunching over my musical instrument, for decades. I tried just about everything for relief, and was even contemplating risky neck surgery. One of the worst times during the day was when I had to walk. Although I was walking as smoothly as possible, every step brought spinal compression which was excruciating...
How Much Do Alexander Technique Lessons Cost?
The cost of Alexander Technique lessons varies greatly. The first variant would be location. There are Alexander Technique teachers all over the world. The money systems are as varied as the countries. Here in the United States, location is again one of the determining factors. An Alexander Technique teacher from a small town will probably charge less than a teacher from a large city...My fee is...
The Alexander Technique and Happiness
I think F.M. Alexander (1869-1955), the developer of the Alexander Technique, would be fascinated by the emerging evidence of how thinking affects our brain, how our brain affects our body, and how our body affects our brain. Detailed brain imagery demonstrates that thinking is not a purely mental process; it is physical as well. Measurable, physical changes occur in our brains 'just' by thinking. In other words, we don't just think. We change our brains, in function and structure, with our minds and bodies...
The Alexander Technique is all Homework
After their first Alexander Technique lesson people ask: "Is there anything I could do at home?" There is everything you could do at home! Moreover, there is no thing, no action, no situation at home or anywhere else where you can't exercise the Alexander Technique. You use the Alexander Technique at home, at work, and anywhere. The Alexander Technique homework is not homework in the traditional sense; where you block out an hour or two to do work. You don't have to do the Alexander Technique one or two hours per day. You just do it every waking hour of every day, and every night as you sleep. Weekends too. Also vacations...
Alexander Technique In The Kitchen
At our recent Alexander Technique lesson, one of my Alexander Technique students told me she noticed how much extra effort she was using while chopping vegetables. Under normal circumstances we are not angry at vegetables. Next time you’re cutting something, take a moment and pause. Notice the grip you are using while holding the knife. If you are gripping more than necessary...
Alexander Technique And The Dentist
I had an unusual teaching day last week as three of my Alexander Technique students told me they were going to the dentist. I don’t mean they were all going to the dentist together, but separately, and coincidentally. Since two of the three are dealing with neck pain, and the third with shoulder pain, we discussed how the Alexander Technique could help them during their visit. We first spoke about the stress...
What Is The Alexander Technique?
What is the Alexander Technique? The Alexander Technique is difficult to categorize or define, partly because it helps people in diverse ways. However, most people seek Alexander Technique lessons for three main reasons: 1. [...]
Alexander Technique And Skype
People have long-benefitted from by reading Alexander Technique books and watching videos, but Skype is more helpful than any self-study method....
The Alexander Technique Oasis
Alexander Technique Oasis Alexander Technique teachers are particularly aware of the degree to which human communication is reduced to computers, tablets, and cell phones. Face to face interaction, not to mention touch, is [...]
The Alexander Technique In Your Life
Alexander Technique and the Golden Thread. The Alexander Technique has been described as a golden thread that runs through your life. After a bit, the Alexander Technique becomes a part of you. My student [...]