Category Archives: Alexander Technique

What Happens In An Alexander Technique Lesson?

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Luke Ford

From the ABC: ‘Generally we start by just having a look at your general pattern of use, basically how you use yourself in everyday activities,’ says Robert Schubert, an Alexander Technique instructor. ‘If you’re hurting yourself in some even minimal … Continue reading →

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The Top 5 Breathing Myths for Singers…Debunked!

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Luke Ford

Peter Jacobson writes: Reality: It is anatomically impossible to breath into your belly! While many teachers offer this instruction as a metaphor to avoid shallow breathing or shoulder raising, students often take it literally which creates a downward pull in … Continue reading →

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Time & Tension

Posted on November 8, 2015 by Luke Ford

The two primary causes of unnecessary muscular tension are feeling like you need to hurry (too much to do and not enough time to do it in) and feeling like you have to be perfect. As I was getting some … Continue reading →

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A Brief Introduction To The Alexander Technique

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Luke Ford

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You Can Often Sense Somebody’s Recovery Level By Their Body Language

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Luke Ford

For more than four years, I have been going to 12-step rooms for my various emotional addictions. I’ve noticed that you can usually tell where someone is in his recovery by his body language. Those in the throes of addiction … Continue reading →

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