Move more easily through your world! Access your natural coordination, build confidence, and connect the dots between thought and action using the ideas of Integrative Alexander Technique.
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Hi Reader! Do you like to be told what to do? Many of my clients are independent, creative, think-outside-the-box kinds of people. Not a crowd that loves being bossed around. My own independent disposition is why Integrative Alexander Technique (IAT) really clicked when it showed up in my life in the early 90s. First off, it was something I could learn to use for myself, so I wasn't dependent on my (incredible, amazing, kind, wise) teacher. I was able to avoid injury and stay pretty healthy, even with an active dance schedule. Second, it wasn't cookie-cutter. It was about the unique person. There was no ideal to conform to, or movements to copy and memorize. Third, it taught me a new way to relate to myself as I worked toward my goals. It was a way to discern between resistance that was there for good reason and resistance that was just knee-jerk habit. It also gave me the perspective and pathways to say yes to things I actually wanted. Basically, it helped me get out of my own way. The Alexander Technique is often referred to as a process of self-education, and the Integrative approach really puts that into action. In any field, the best teachers don’t only tell you what to do; they create an environment in which learning can occur. With IAT, you create an environment within yourself where you listen to your body, get curious about how you process information, and notice your own obstacles. You become your own teacher. Whether you want to learn more about your body or carve a new path, IAT is here to help you say yes to yourself. Read on for opportunities for Group Classes, Private Coaching, and check out the new video in the interview series, where Pierre Bradette and I ask, "How your body can help you make decisions?" Questions? I'm here for you. Hit reply and let me know what you're thinking. All my best, Crispin To sum it up, with links:
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Move more easily through your world! Access your natural coordination, build confidence, and connect the dots between thought and action using the ideas of Integrative Alexander Technique.
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