Hello Friends, I have been inspired by a child who has an amazing ability as a virtuoso and also seems to have fun at the same time. She plays while she plays, in all senses of the word. This video … Continue reading →
Oprah Magazine recommends Alexander Technique for back pain. “When Ibuprofen Won’t Cut It” ….use Alexander Technique! The recommendation is based on a large-scale study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) in August, 2008. In April, 2009, O Magazine published … Continue reading →
Hello friends! Today in the Wall St. Journal, “What’s Your Workout? Sharpening Mind and Body with Martial Arts,” by Jen Murphy, tells the story of one man’s quest to cure his back pain. Mr. Mark Fromm practiced martial arts and … Continue reading →
Hello friends, I’ve recently enjoying a return to creative cooking. It started with a recent trip abroad, and a reminder of how good it is to eat freshly cooked, unprocessed food that has real flavor. I was keenly aware of … Continue reading →
Hello Friends, I just have a simple thought to share today. Perfect posture eludes most of us. But what is perfection, anyway? Is it a perfectly balanced mannikin in the storefront window? If that defines perfect, would you even want … Continue reading →
Hello Friends, Thanks for stopping by again. I’m inspired by my colleagues – surely a nice thing! It’s wonderful to learn so much from them. My friend, Sandra Riddell, in Edinburgh, wrote a lovely letter about a quote from Viktor … Continue reading →
April 15, 2010 Hello Friends, Are you on Twitter? Do you have fun with it or do you use it with a sense of purpose and seriousness, for marketing a business? One of my colleagues in Holland, Maaike Aarts, wondered … Continue reading →
Hello my friends! It is almost spring and sunny and I am watching an amazing video that shows Roger Federer’s footwork. Take a look! What I notice is his amazing alignment and what in the Alexander world, is called “Use.” … Continue reading →
Good morning friends, It’s January and many people are trying to improve their bodies and their health. Depending on what your problem is, you may choose from a host of offerings. To lose weight, go to the gym and diet. … Continue reading →
“Ua ola loko i ke aloha,” means Love Gives Life Within, in Hawaiian. One of my Twitter friends posted this today. I am practicing the phrase until it flows with my breath. A Hawaiian friend explained “aloha” to me once. … Continue reading →