Category Archives: Alexander Technique

Playwright With Beautiful Use

This woman is lovely! I wondered if she had Alexander Technique lessons. Her loose limbs and expressive face go together with the absence of excess tension. It’s hard to do any decent writing when you have a teaching job as … Continue reading

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The Founders’ Key: The Divine and Natural Connection Between the Declaration and the Constitution and What We Risk by Losing It

I’m listening to Dennis Prager interview Larry Arnn, President of Hillsdale College and author of this new book. Coming back from a commercial, Dennis introduces Larry, who makes an audible inhale. Dennis: “I heard you inhale. That means you want … Continue reading

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The Secret To Alexander Technique

After an unsuccessful introductory lesson the other day, I spoke to a veteran Alexander teacher. I complained that I was unable to teach “direction.” What the heck is “direction” in the Alexander language? It is messages that you send to … Continue reading

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David Gorman’s Learning Methods

DirectionJournal.com hosts an excellent interview with David Gorman. Robert Rickover recorded this interview. I spoke to David for almost two hours this morning via Skype. Here are some highlights: David: “F.M. Alexander had problems. When he was a kid, he … Continue reading

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The Sports Illustrated Bathing Suit Issue Seen Through The Lens Of Alexander Technique

While the rest of the world looks at this week’s Sports Illustrated bathing suit issue as an opportunity to indulge in carnal lust, I am determined that this be a teaching moment to warn against the perils of debauched kineasthesia. … Continue reading

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