Allowing the body to unwind and let go
When we think of self-care, do we think of having a pedicure, going for a walk, doing some Yoga? These are all good for us in that we are taking some time out, focusing on our needs, be they emotional or physical, and allowing ourselves to acknowledge we are worth spending time and money on. …
Read MoreAre you posturally challenged?
What do you think of as ‘good posture’? It used to be a case of ‘stand up straight, shoulders back’! But we look at the body differently these days. Understanding it as a biotensegral structure, in other words a perfect balance of tension and compression, and knowing that the fascia connects every part of us,…
Read MoreIs it all a stretch too far?
I was brought up to stretch before and after exercise. “Warm up, cool down”. I didn’t question it until I moved into the world of fascia. Guidance around stretching varies in the exercise world but it is challenged from the viewpoint and understanding of fascia and biotensegrity. Those who understand the fascia tend towards avoiding…
Read MoreAre you listening to your heart (and gut)?
I’m sure you get those feelings in your gut that say “Yes, do it!” or “This is a bad idea”. And sometimes, against all logic, your heart leaps and takes you somewhere your cephalic (head) brain is telling you strongly not to go! I would say that the best decisions are those where our three…
Read MoreHow to unwind your body and mind
Fascial Unwinding is something I worked out for myself a couple of decades ago, trying to heal my back pain. I had never heard of it, and called it ‘Body Unwinding’ because that is what it felt like was happening. Years later I found out that many therapeutic modalities include this fascinating method of self-healing;…
Read MoreTell me what you want, what you really, really, want!
I don’t know about you, but although my parents both told me I could do whatever I wanted in life, others (family, friends) tended to make me feel guilty if I said I wanted to travel round the world, or not work so hard……I guess they meant well and wanted me to have stability, and…
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