Hi Reader!

Do you remember playing Simon Says? That game where "Simon" gives you permission to move but also tells you to move without permission and if you move without Simon saying so, you both lose and are humiliated at the same time?

Was that game fun? You tell me.

Maybe it taught self-control? Compliance?

In my memory, it also added nervous system confusion.

It’s no surprise, the things we experience as children become part of our very structure, and affect how we operate throughout our lives.

In this example, something like Simon Says may create a need to give yourself permission to act on your instincts in a social setting.

In another example, how people talked to you about posture as a kid may be a homework assignment you’re still working on. (Scroll to read about the recent interview I did on the subject with parent coach Marcie Towle.)

One of the words often associated with Integrative Alexander Technique is ease, like a dancer might have ease, grace, even elegance.

A more useful description of this ease is that things actually get easier when you take control of the narratives that you were taught, with their accompanying physical patterns, and do what’s right for you in your current mind, body, and life.

Less fighting yourself, less trying to do the impossible.

More movement, creativity, communication, expression.

I think that’s the good stuff.

What do you think?

Hit reply and say hi! It's always a pleasure to hear from you.

Here for you,

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Crispin

To sum it up, with links:

• ​​February Drop-in Labs open for registration​​
• ​Blog and Video: How to talk to your kids ( and yourself) about posture​
• Curious about working together? Let’s chat! Schedule a free call.​

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ "Crispin’s like a body whisperer with mechanic-level precision. She spotted patterns I’d never noticed and offered small adjustments that made my body feel instantly more at ease." ​ - Pierre Bradette, CPC​ Helping clients build a life beyond corporate.

Community Spotlight | New Blog Post Celebrating Marcie Towle of Dragon Fire Coaching. Marcie is an Advanced Nurtured Heart Approach Trainer who teaches parents tools to become a trusted, safe source to their kid or young adult, an ally even in times of struggle. Marcie and I sat down in December to unwind some of the complications of talking to kids about posture. We cover: How do you talk to someone about their body when they're already clearly uncomfortable? What messages were passed down and can we unburden future generations of the same messages? How can a parent can use their energy to help their child build inner wealth? Read the blog with video Thanks Marcie for your moving thoughts and for making the world a better place!

Wait, what does Crispin do again? I help people feel at home in their bodies again, finding ease, confidence, and lasting relief. My work is grounded in Integrative Alexander Technique, a behind-the-scenes favorite of actors and musicians that supports both everyday comfort and greater clarity, presence, and skill, including for public speaking. Offerings include: ​→ Private Coaching​ ​→ Workplace Trainings​ ​→ Monthly Drop-in Labs​ ​​ ​​​​

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