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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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Hard Cheese!

Hard Cheese! by Kirsten Harris   Thirty three vertebrae Support the body through the day They’re your inner building bricks Stack them well, let’s not be thick!   Disease, perhaps a lack of ease? A painful back and hips and … Continue reading

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The Giraffe

The Giraffe by Kirsten Harris   ‘You’re having a laugh’ said the baby giraffe ‘If you think I’m going up there! I’ve no head for heights, they give me a fright I don’t want to be tall, it’s not fair!’ … Continue reading

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Why an Alexander Technique Colouring Book?

A few months ago I was speaking to a friend who was suffering from anxiety and suggested she buy a colouring book. It struck me how fabulous it would have been to have been able to give her an Alexander … 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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‘Doing Alexander Technique at School is Legendary!’

‘Doing Alexander Technique at school is legendary and you’re a legend Miss!’ Or so I was informed by a seventeen year old at the high school where I teach Alexander Technique yesterday! ‘Oh, that sounds good! Is it? No-one has … Continue reading

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The Naughty Step!

  I had to share this insight from a teenager …..   Yesterday, during a constructive rest session requested by one of the teenage boys at the high school where I teach Alexander Technique, 17 year old Harry quipped-   … Continue reading

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Kids quotes on Alexander Technique

When we let go we get more energy – Lola age 12   Semi supine uncrumples you – Mia age 14   If everyone did the Alexander Technique there would be no more wars because everyone would be controlled and … Continue reading

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