This one is a very common practice across somatic work. The key is to notice without trying to interfere. No need to try any particular breathing technique, just let it be, and notice anything interesting. Do you hold your breath at times? Do you synchronise your breathing with your movement?
🟠 Did you know that the active part is the breathing out? If you breathe out, the necessary air will eventually come in without you having to actively do anything. I find this thought particularly helpful when I'm under pressure.
📖 On a personal note, I find this great for quietening down. I also find it's easy to be "in my head" when focusing internally, so I try to keep my eyes interested in my surroundings.
10 minutes of mindful movement a day 🍂
For the month of October I will be posting a different thought/theme each day to bring some Alexander inspired mindfulness into daily activities.
To follow along, simply
🚴 Choose an activity. It can be the same one or different each day
(the more inconsequential and boring the better)
🔍 Use the activity as an opportunity to explore the theme
📖 Take note of anything interesting (I will be sharing some of my own notes/observations as I follow the themes too)
If you have any questions, thoughts, observations, disbeliefs, challenges, I would genuinely love to discuss it, so feel free to reach out.
Disclaimers:
1. These are some thoughts I have found helpful during my Alexander journey. They are definitely not all the technique is or has to offer.
2. ⚠ Health and Safety ⚠
Don't choose an activity that requires to to handle a vehicle or sharp object, or can put you or others in danger.
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