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“Just for today… when I drink, I take care of my spine”

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on January 11, 2021 by Lucy AschamJanuary 11, 2021

Lightly repeating this thought each time you drink today will help you prioritise looking after your spine during this activity.  When we add a new tendency to an existing habit or activity, it is known as ‘habit-stacking’ and a really effective … Continue reading →

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“Just for today…  I will touch myself with care and reverence” 

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on January 5, 2021 by Lucy AschamJanuary 11, 2021

Say this thought to yourself little and often throughout the day.  Write it, draw it, meditate on it.  Stick a Post-It on a mirror.  Set yourself a reminder on your phone.  Link this thought to washing your hands – with … Continue reading →

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Just for today… I will Stop, Think then Manoeuvre

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on December 23, 2020 by Lucy AschamDecember 24, 2020

Driving Manoeuvres | Tips & Tricks of the human vehicle All too often we are driving on automatic pilot. We are in the car but not really present. We arrive at our destination but don’t remember any of the turns … Continue reading →

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Just for today… I will close my mouth when breathing

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on December 14, 2020 by Lucy AschamDecember 17, 2020

“Just for today…  I will close my mouth when breathing” Say this thought to yourself little and often throughout the day.  Write it, draw it, meditate on it. Set yourself a reminder on your phone.  Link this thought to washing … Continue reading →

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Every day brings more change

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on December 6, 2020 by Lucy AschamDecember 17, 2020

Every day brings more changes – more news and closures imposed on us from the Government, schools closing and life as we have known it changing before our eyes.  Many of us and our loved ones are not able to … Continue reading →

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Move More in 2019

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on January 14, 2019 by Lucy AschamJanuary 14, 2019

Its not exactly a New Year’s resolution, as I find these restrictive and hard to keep. It is an intention to aim for each day. Without intention, I’m on auto-pilot, and depending on when I last set the destination may … Continue reading →

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The 7 benefits of breathing through your nose

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on November 13, 2018 by Lucy AschamNovember 13, 2018

Winter is coming, having a cold is not inevitable – here’s how the Alexander Technique can help… This post is inspired by a conversation I had recently with my friend Louise who is about to go on a long-haul flight … Continue reading →

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from Prolapse to Park Run: Part 1

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on August 28, 2018 by Lucy AschamAugust 28, 2018

When I was at school I used to run 800 metres and cross country, and enjoyed playing hockey and netball.  When I was in my twenties I walked miles to and from work (sadly in court shoes which require them … Continue reading →

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The aggregation of marginal gains

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on June 18, 2018 by Lucy AschamJune 18, 2018

The aggregation of marginal gains It’s so easy to overestimate the importance of one defining moment and underestimate the value of making better decisions on a daily basis.   Almost every habit that you have — good or bad — … Continue reading →

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Applying the art of eating ice cream. Try one class.

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on June 11, 2018 by Lucy AschamJune 11, 2018

Eating ice cream – can it be good for the whole of you, not just the taste and sensory delight of the moment?  I’m talking about nutritious movements and how we can make choices whilst we eat.  This is a … Continue reading →

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Top tips for more effective rest to balance energy and mood.

Keep in touch with information, offers and news by joining Lucy's Mailing List. Daily inspiring emails during lockdown. This PDF gives you the guidelines how to rest well. Constructive rest is a core skill in using your mind, muscle and your whole self with less tension and learning to agree with your natural design. Set yourself up for success with this download.
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Recent Blog Posts

  • “Just for today… when I drink, I take care of my spine”
  • “Just for today…  I will touch myself with care and reverence” 
  • Just for today… I will Stop, Think then Manoeuvre
  • Just for today… I will close my mouth when breathing
  • Every day brings more change

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