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An Unrecognised Principle in Human Behaviour
Article added September 22, 2012
By F M Alexander …. had been done by those who really believed that in its activity the human organism could be divided into these three separate entities even for practical purposes. For instance, I took the opportunity to see all that was being done by the physical culturists, by those who were teaching breathing, […]
Various Quotations on the Alexander Technique
Article added August 20, 2012
1. “Alexander’s work is of first class importance and investigation by the medical profession is imperative.” British Medical Journal 2. “The Alexander Technique helped a long standing back problem, and to get a good night’s sleep after many years of tossing and turning.” Paul Newman, Actor 3. “The Alexander Technique removed a long standing back […]
Somatic Emotional Therapy – The Work of Stanley Keleman
Article added August 15, 2012
By Anthony Kingsley Stanley Keleman has developed and is still developing his approach to somatic therapy. He has been expounding his ideas since the early 70’s and has written numerous books. It is noteworthy that references are almost totally absent from his writings. However, it would be a mistake to conclude that Keleman has developed […]
The 5 Alexander Principles
Article added June 12, 2012
By Avi Granit Concentrating on the lunge, toes, heels, and walking. Within this workshop I would like to demonstrate the way that I work with my pupils, students, and teacher colleagues according to F.M.Alexander’s five principles: 1. Recognition of habit 2. Inhibition and non-doing 3. Recognition of the faulty sensory awareness 4. Giving directions 5. […]