There is no need to move in any way to make any of this happen. This is just a way to inform the rest of you what you'd rather not do (squeeze your main coordination), and what you'd like to do instead (stay easy, spacious, lengthy).
We are unconsciously thinking about movement all the time. If we don't change our thinking, our movement will be directed by our past experiences rather than how we are in this present moment. This can be a long exploration, but I'll keep it simple. Keep today's theme in your mind while you do your activity. Every now and then remind yourself of it, the same way you'd remind yourself of the next step in a familiar recipe. (Not too seriously, and with a trust that you've done this before and you know how to)
📖 Personal notes: I have recently stopped using words altogether for these directions, and rely on two different sound effects (one for softness and spaciousness, and another for length). I find it a lot easier to think of everything at once without being overwhelmed this way.
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 you to handle a vehicle or sharp object, or can put you or others in danger.
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