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Is it useful learning Alexander Technique at School and if so, why?

Every now and then I check in with the school children I teach to find out what they are learning from Alexander Technique. Here are some answers from class –   ‘It is useful learning Alexander Technique at school because … Continue reading →

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Alexander Technique Drawings

Page from The Daily Ease – A Walk in the Wood Colouring Book   I have been slowly working away creating images that hopefully express Alexander Technique in a fun way. A task that I find exceedingly challenging, but very … Continue reading →

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The Daily Ease – A Walk in the Woods

It’s finally here –  The Daily Ease colouring book. Inspired by walking in the woods with my dog Maisie – this is Alexander Technique passionista meets nature lover meets eco warrior meets tree hugger meets creativity encourager   For children … Continue reading →

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Tongues!

Tongue Tied by Kirsten Harris   Here’s a funny little question That left unchecked will cause congestion Let me ask you, ‘Where’s your tongue?’ Clamped to mouth’s roof you’ll be high strung!   It’s best to let your tongue go … Continue reading →

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‘It’s the Jeremy Kyle Show Miss!’

‘This class of Alexander Technique is like being on the Jeremy Kyle Show Miss!’   Two separate groups of children spontaneously likened Alexander Technique to being on the Jeremy Kyle show at school this week. A hilarious observation with a … Continue reading →

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Children Being Profound about the Alexander Technique!

Children being profound about the Alexander Technique!   “ I find it makes everything easier because there is less tension throughout my being. I get tense when I start thinking too much about being right as opposed to being free … Continue reading →

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Why is Alexander Technique not Compulsory at school, asks 12 year old boy!

This is a completely spontaneous comment from a 12 year old boy I teach at school at a high school in Edinburgh. “I think Alexander Technique should be compulsory at all schools because people need to be more aware of the way … Continue reading →

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