Ollie’s tip on applying the Alexander Technique for April is to “Choose Happiness”. If we think positively about how we would like to be, or
Category: Ollies Tips
We think in images
As we try to invite change in how we use our body, it’s useful to remember that we think in images. So, rather than trying
Allow yourself to expand
As we move into winter, and the wind becomes bitter, it can be easy to scrunch your shoulders in response to the cold. Instead of
Have a happy thought
It is not about getting it right, but having a happy thought about how you would like to be. This may sound like a fairy
Know that there is ground beneath your feet
Find your feet A lot of us are feeling ourselves being swept up in the rush of life at the moment, which can leave us
Allow space between your ribs and your collar bones
We often squish our collar bone onto our top rib, either as we try to hold ourselves up or as we slump. When we do
Allow the ‘up’ to come from the ground
Ollie’s Alexander Technique tip for February is to allow the coordination of your whole body to happen spherically and the “up” to come from
Have nourishing time for you
Be mindful. Have ease and grace. Relish in the importance of rest. Plus we hope you have lots of fun and celebration with family and
Let yourself heal
Take time to let yourself heal Be curious and kind to yourself. If you notice unnecessary tension in your body or thoughts, try and remember