Re: GS's Spine Primer

Many thanks for these two posts, Grace!

Just this afternoon I heard about
http://www.agelessspine.com


And, I've tried to incorporate the Alexander Techniques into my life, simply by recalling the four statements:

...Release the neck,

...Widen the shoulders,

...Lengthen the torso, and,

...Release the legs.

When I first began, I did get aches, from muscles unused to supporting the head, for example.

A pal now has beautiful posture (pushing 70), after years of suffering/surgery, etc. She actually took training in the Alexander Technique, and other modalities.

I very much like your blending of various techniques, and your emphasis on peacefulness.

A friend teaches Touch for Health, and she has incorporated posture, sound, reflexology, and much more into her work.

You make so much sense in your writing, a beginner can see to get out and try various practitioners, NOT expecting a 'quick fix'...and recognizing the importance of 'letting go' of old tensions, sedentary ways, etc.

Have you seen the Dorn forum on CureZone?

I have a lot of reading to do...and practicing.

Thanks for the wake-up call.

Fledgling