Podcasts about feldenkrais

Hey Team! This week I'm chatting with Beverly Atkins, founder of Pauseture, an audio-based mindful movement platform grounded in the Feldenkrais Method. It's actually kind of funny, despite Feldenkrais not being particularly well known, this isn't the first time I've discussed it on a podcast, although the last time was on my old ultimate frisbee podcast nearly a decade ago. Anyway, in our conversation today, we discuss how Beverly spent decades unknowingly managing her ADHD by overachieving at work and ignoring her body. But we all know this story and how we all eventually hit a breaking point. Fortunately for Beverly, she stumbled her way into the Feldenkrais method. In the podcast, we dive into how these seemingly simple movements helped Beverly calm her nervous system, get better sleep, regulate her sound sensitivity, and develop an entirely new relationship with her attention. We get into how movement can rewire attention, why novelty is so important for ADHD regulation, and how she took her training and built an app that looks to specifically accommodate neurodivergent needs. I loved this episode; there's a lot of wisdom here about self-awareness, regulation, and finding what works for your unique ADHD flavor. If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/244 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y835cnrk Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HackingYourADHD This Episode's Top Tips 1. Novelty can help drive engagement and attention, especially when it comes to something repetitive like a daily practice. It's not about needing something stimulating in the flashy sense, but rather something that's engaging. Engagement can come in many forms, such as unpredictability, exploration, and just enough challenge to keep us curious. 2. That ability to move your attention on purpose is a skill, one that's often underdeveloped in ADHD brains. While it's easy to think of movement-based practices as purely physical, it's how you're paying attention during the movements that matters; strengthening your ability to shift and direct your attention. 3. Many mindfulness practices involve some level of stillness that doesn't always sit right with some ADHD brains. It's important to listen to what actually works for your body, rather than just what “should” work. If you find the stillness aspect of mindfulness makes you too agitated and restless, try something that has some kind of active aspect to it.  

In this episode of The Healers Café, Manon Bolliger, FCAH, RBHT (facilitator and retired naturopath with 30+ years of practice) speaks to Dr Jeff KD Myers, a physician and acupuncturist, discusses his journey from Western medicine to integrative healing, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches. He highlights his specialization in peak performance, neuroplasticity, and self-actualization, and his extensive teaching on various health modalities. Dr. Meyers shares his personal experience with chronic pain, which he managed through Feldenkrais exercises, reducing his pain from 95% to 5%. He also discusses the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit in pain management and the importance of individualized treatment approaches. For the transcript and full story go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/dr-jeff-kd-myers   Highlights from today's episode include: Dr. Jeff KD Meyers emphasized the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit in pain and healing, explaining that treating one aspect can improve the others, and that modern research supports this holistic view. (0:08:56–0:13:29) Dr. Jeff KD Meyers shared his personal journey with chronic pain and how discovering and consistently practicing Feldenkrais exercises helped him reduce his pain dramatically, illustrating the importance of individualized healing paths. (0:28:35–0:32:13)  Manon highlighted the importance of discernment and tuning into one's own body and intuition when choosing therapies, stressing that healing is a personal journey and that change is always possible. (0:35:33)   ABOUT DR JEFF KD Meyers: Jeff “KD” Meyers, M.D., L.Ac. is a physician, acupuncturist, guide, and storyteller whose work bridges Western medicine, holistic healing, and expanded states of consciousness. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Colorado School of Medicine, he completed residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Penn and has practiced integrative medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Meyers specializes in peak performance, neuro-plasticity, and self-actualization and fulfillment, leading seminars and retreats focused on innovative, integrative approaches. He teaches internationally on topics including rehabilitation, resilience, yoga and Ayurveda, acupuncture, somatic practices, psychedelics, archetypes, and the transformative power of music. His journey as a healer has been influenced deeply by the wisdom of spiritual traditions including the Abrahamic lineage--Sufism, Judaism, and Christianity, as well as Buddhism, yogic and syncretic traditions. A profound awakening in 2003 opened him to non-dual awareness and years of exploration with indigenous and church-based plant medicine traditions in South America. These experiences catalyzed archetypal and prophetic insights and connection to lineages including the Divine Mother and the Holy Grail. Dr. Meyers holds certificates in Psychedelic Therapies and Research from CIIS, Family Constellations, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and biodynamic osteopathy. He is a certified firewalking instructor, and has co-directed Dharma Mittra's Life of a Yogi Teacher Training and teaches in Jeff Carreira's Mystery School. Blending science, spirituality, and art, Dr. Meyers is excited to guide individuals and groups toward healing, self-realization, and expanded human potential.  His new book with collage artist Jody Smith--Secrets from the Heart of Yoga:  New Yoga Sutras--will be out this fall. Core purpose/passion: My core purpose is to receive and share the Joy that is at the Heart of the Creation and healing, and is expressed through all of the Creation-- especially accessible through music and art, and to use this as a modality for solace and healing. Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | Linktr.ee   ABOUT MANON BOLLIGER, FCAH, RBHT  As a de-registered (2021) board-certified naturopathic physician & in practice since 1992, I've seen an average of 150 patients per week and have helped people ranging from rural farmers in Nova Scotia to stressed out CEOs in Toronto to tri-athletes here in Vancouver.  My resolve to educate, empower and engage people to take charge of their own health is evident in my best-selling books:  'What Patients Don't Say if Doctors Don't Ask: The Mindful Patient-Doctor Relationship' and 'A Healer in Every Household: Simple Solutions for Stress'.  I also teach BowenFirst™ Therapy through and hold transformational workshops to achieve these goals. So, when I share with you that LISTENING to Your body is a game changer in the healing process, I am speaking from expertise and direct experience". Manon's Mission: A Healer in Every Household!  For more great information to go to her weekly blog:  http://bowencollege.com/blog.  For tips on health & healing go to: https://www.drmanonbolliger.com/tips  Follow Manon on Social – Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Twitter | Linktr.ee | Rumble   ABOUT THE HEALERS CAFÉ:  Manon's show is the #1 show for medical practitioners and holistic healers to have heart to heart conversations about their day to day lives.   Subscribe and review on your favourite platform: iTunes | Google Play | Spotify | Libsyn | iHeartRadio | Gaana | The Healers Cafe | Radio.com | Medioq |   Follow The Healers Café on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehealerscafe   Remember to subscribe if you like our videos. Click the bell if you want to be one of the first people notified of a new release. * De-Registered, revoked & retired naturopathic physician after 30 years of practice in healthcare. 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Originally from Belgium, Catherine Wycoff is a physical therapist for humans and for horses, with an undergraduate degree from Liege University (Belgium) and a doctorate from Des Moines University (US). Kinetic Balance, her private practice, is situated in Lovettsville, with a satellite office in Middleburg, Virginia. She is a certified Feldenkrais, Anat Baniel Method for Children and kinesiotaping practitioner as well as a Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist and a Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner. She is training to become a paradressage classifier for the USEF. Catherine is a lifelong horse lover and rider and has been learning from Wendy Murdoch since 2007. She has volunteered and setup private practices in Laos, Taiwan, China, Burma and Austria in addition to the US.

This article and podcast episode challenges the conventional practice of tummy time, drawing on research from Pikler, Feldenkrais, and Goddard Blythe to argue that babies thrive when allowed to move freely and naturally. It explores how self-initiated movement supports neurological development, reflex integration, and emotional regulation—highlighting the importance of trust, observation, and respectful environments over intervention and milestone-driven practice.   Read the article here: https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/tummy-time-is-an-outdated-notion/   This episode is sponsored by Pikler UK Pikler UK promotes the principles of the Pikler® approach: respectful care, free movement development, and self-initiated play in the early years. We offer training and resources for parents and professionals, supporting secure relationships and natural development. Rooted in the work of Dr Emmi Pikler, we nurture trust in each child's competence from the very beginning.   To find out more visit: https://pikler.co.uk/   The Pikler UK conference: https://pikler.co.uk/shop/conference-25   Listen to more: If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like: ·       The Pikler Triangle: The tip of the iceberg – https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/the-pikler-triangle-the-tip-of-the-iceberg/ ·        An introduction to Emmi Pikler – https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/introduction-emmi-pikler/   Get in touch and share your voice: Do you have thoughts, questions or feedback? Get in touch here! – https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/contact/   Episode break down: 00:00 – Welcome! 01:45 – Reflexes & tummy time 04:00 – School readiness linked to reflexes 06:00 – Is my child behind? 08:50 – Should we help babies to roll over? 11:00 – Building resilience through freedom of movement 13:40 – Development through loving presence 14:30 – How does it feel for the child being rushed to the next step? 18:20 – Learned helplessness 21:00 – Movement as communication & relationship building 25:00 – Containment – restrictive movement 28:00 – Issues arising from containment 30:00 – Pikler UK conference 2025: Born ready 31:20 – Challenging the notion of school readiness For more episodes and articles visit The Voice of Early Childhood website: https://www.thevoiceofearlychildhood.com

This week I talk with Beverly, a Feldenkrais practitioner from Southern California. Beverly reflects on growing up as the youngest of five in a loud Midwestern household, and how misophonia shaped her early experiences of family dynamics, school, and self-image. We explore her struggles in open workspaces—especially during her years at Facebook—and the breaking point that led her to discover the Feldenkrais method as a powerful tool to regulate her nervous system. Beverly shares how this practice transformed her ability to cope, eventually inspiring her to train as a practitioner and launch her own app designed to help others. Along the way, we discuss ADHD, resilience, and the idea of becoming “our own scientists” in finding what works for us. It's a thoughtful conversation about sensitivity, self-discovery, and creating supportive practices for living with misophonia. Pauseture website  -----Web: https://misophoniapodcast.comOrder "Sounds like Misophonia" - by Dr. Jane Gregory and IEmail: hello@misophoniapodcast.comSend me any feedback! Also, if you want some beautiful podcast stickers shoot over your address.YouTube channel (with caption transcriptions)Social:Instagram - @misophoniapodcastFacebook - misophoniapodcastTwitter/X - @misophoniashowSoQuiet - Misophonia Advocacyhttps://soquiet.orgSupport the show

In this highly practical episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Vicki Gold, a retired physical therapist who shares decades of wisdom on how to age safely, wisely, and well. Drawing from her own journey and her work with older adults, Vicki introduces two transformative ABC frameworks—Alignment, Breathing, and Centering for physical vitality, and Attitudes, Beliefs, and Commitment for personal growth. Together, Gillian and Vicki explore the risks of rushing, the power of posture, the role of mindful breathing, and how even small shifts in self-talk can lead to greater confidence and freedom. Listeners will leave with simple, actionable strategies for aging vibrantly—starting with their very next breath. C. Vicki Gold, PT, MA is a retired physical therapist, educator, and wellness pioneer with over 50 years of clinical and teaching experience. As the founder of Thera‑Fitness, Inc., she has developed evidence-based mind‑body systems that blend traditional physical therapy with practices like yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, and the Alexander and Feldenkrais techniques. Vicki earned her degree in physiology, psychology, and kinesiology from Hunter College and completed her physical therapy training at New York University, where she also pursued postgraduate studies in biomechanics and ergonomics.She served as Director of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program at LaGuardia Community College and has taught at NYU, Hunter College, and CSU Fresno. Her signature ABC mind–body systems—Alignment, Breathing, Centering for physical wellness and Attitudes, Beliefs, Commitment for mindset—are featured throughout her book, Aging Safely, Wisely, and Well Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Welcome and introduction 04:34 – Vicki Gold's personal path into physical therapy 05:50 – Introduction to the ABC System: Alignment, Breathing, Centering 15:12 – How posture and breathing influence aging and energy 15:51 – Preventing injuries in aging: the danger of rushing 24:03 – The second ABC System: Attitudes, Beliefs, Commitment 26:40 – The power of positive self-talk and affirmations 30:34 – Ancient body-mind techniques and their impact on aging 32:12 – Key takeaways and mind-body tips 33:51 – Wrap-up, how to connect, and call to action  Book a one-on-one call with Dr. Gillian Lockitch    Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community  Learn about Vicki Gold FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheraFitness LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cvickigoldptma/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/c.vicki.gold YOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHcZ3mWGyekm0TrJcdQjybA

Join us for this Webinar with Wendy as she dives into the world of Feldenkrais! Whether you're new to this unique approach or looking to deepen your practice, Wendy will share her insights on how Feldenkrais can enhance your movement and overall well-being. Expect a friendly atmosphere where you can ask questions, participate in fun exercises, and discover how awareness and gentle movement can transform your body and mind. Grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and get ready for a session filled with learning and connection! Don't miss out!

Send Mary a text! Your attention is priceless — and often stolen by constant distractions. Learn how Feldenkrais® and Debono Moves help you reclaim focus, deepen your bond, and improve movement for both you and your horse or dog. Your horse or dog doesn't care about fancy equipment or your bank balance. What they crave most is your attention — a resource constantly pulled away by modern distractions, yet it's the foundation of trust, connection, and better movement. In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Life, Mary shares how to reclaim it. Drawing on insights from Cal Newport and decades of teaching Feldenkrais® and Debono Moves, Mary offers practical steps to strengthen your “attention muscle.” You'll discover subtle awareness practices, mindful hands-on work, and daily habits that enrich both your life and your animal's comfort. Reclaiming your attention isn't just good for your horse or dog — it's life-changing for you, too.Resources:

Rebroadcast: One of our most popular episodes (Ep 45), shared again in honor of the upcoming Fascia Research Congress.

Our guest this week is Anita Schnee. Anita is a Feldenkrais™ practitioner who has joined us many times on this podcast. During the recent conversation we recorded with Dr Brennan Armshaw and Dr Claire St Peter (episodes 324 and 325), I kept thinking - I wish we had invited Anita. Well, it turns out Anita was listening. Anita offers Awareness Through Movement classes twice a month via zoom. After listening to the podcast I did with Dr, Armshaw, the introduction to Anita's next on-line ATM lesson was built around his work. That conversation generated all kinds of fun connections for Anita. In last week's episode much of the focus was on what happens in the body when there's an injury. Dr. Armshaw uses electromyography biofeedback to help people recover from injury. The Feldenkrais™ work also provides a pathway towards recovery. In this episode we're going to switch the focus to look at why starting small is so effective. In her introduction to the Feldenkrais™ work from last week's episode Anita made the point that this work is not exercise. It is not physical therapy. It is not yoga or pilates. So what is it? What I would say is the Feldnekrais™ work comes first. Through the awareness lessons you learn how to move well so when you engage in these other activities you are better able to perform well. That includes the work we do with our horses. Starting small is effective for us, and it is certainly effective with our horses. The “why” behind this is what we're going to be talking about.

Send Mary a text! Whether you're helping a senior or injured dog regain mobility, encouraging your horse to move more freely, or looking to ease discomfort in your own body, real, lasting improvement begins with curiosity, comfort, and a sense of safety—not with pressure or force.In this episode, you'll discover how to engage your animal's (and your own) nervous system in a way that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and opens the door to joyful movement. Whether you're helping a dog recover from surgery, supporting an aging horse, or trying to move better yourself, this episode offers a compassionate, science-backed framework that invites ease—and lasting progress.Mentioned in this episode:Sonny recovers from his CCL (ACL) knee ligament surgery  Scooter, the dog who broke his back and pelvis, learned to walk again.Sweet Pea, the horse who healed her chronic suspensory ligament injuryResources:

Our guest this week is Anita Schnee. Anita is a Feldenkrais™ practitioner who has joined us many times on this podcast. During the recent conversation we recorded with Dr Brennan Armshaw and Dr Claire St Peter (episodes 324 and 325), I kept thinking - I wish we had invited Anita. Well it turns out Anita was listening. Anita offers Awareness Through Movement classes twice a month via zoom. The introduction to her next on-line ATM lesson was built around Dr. Armshaw's work. It was sparking off all kinds of fun connections. I loved Anita's introduction to that evening's class. Of course, I wanted her to join me in a conversation, so here we are. We begin with a much better description of the Feldenkrais™ work than I provided during Dr. Armshaw's podcast. Dr. Armshaw uses electromyography biofeedback to shape at the level of the activation of individual muscle fibers. Compared with his starting point we are all massively lumping! What interests me in this is what can be achieved when you start small. When we look for what comes before what comes before the action we are interested in, good things happen. Dr. Armshaw and Anita are helping us to understand what happens when we start small.

Send Mary a text! Mary Debono reveals why traditional "fixing" approaches often backfire and create resistance in both animals and humans. Drawing from the Feldenkrais Method® and her innovative Debono Moves approach, Mary explains how supporting the direction of ease—rather than opposing it—builds trust and creates lasting positive change.You'll discover the neuroscience behind why gentle, supportive approaches work better than forcing change, and learn practical ways for working with your horse's, dog's, or your own natural movement patterns. Mary shares how to recognize and support what's already working, creating a learning environment where transformation happens naturally.This episode offers a shift from correction to support and cooperation, showing how trust becomes the foundation for improved movement, deeper connections, and lasting wellness for both you and your animals. Whether you're working with a senior dog, an injured horse, or your own movement challenges, this gentle approach creates the sense of safety and ease that's needed for real change.Resources:

Send Mary a text! Discover how automatic stress responses create feedback loops between you and your dog. Learn how to shift nervous system patterns through a simple breathing practice, so grooming, walking, and everyday life feel better for both of you.   Mentioned in this episode: An Akita Overcomes Hip and Knee Pain - and Changes His Behavior TooResources:Grab your FREE video training to help your dog.

Send Mary a text! What do you do when you see someone chasing terrified horses with a whip?If you're Mary Debono, you teach your horse to chase you with a whip—and discover something joyful in the process.In this episode, Mary shares the surprising story of how a simple liberty game became a lesson in trust, body awareness, and learning to learn. You'll hear how she transformed her horse Breeze's traumatic past into a partnership built on joy and curiosity—and how their years of playful exploration allowed Breeze to learn “chase me with a whip” in five fun minutes. Literally! But this episode isn't about tricks. It's about why learning should feel good. Why change happens through connection, not correction. And why the most powerful reinforcement isn't food—but the felt sense of safety and ease.You'll also learn how this approach applies to dogs, to humans, and to every movement we explore with our animals.Resources:

Send Mary a text! Tack isn't just gear—it's a powerful signal. It can trigger old patterns of tension in both horse and human. In this episode, discover how to gently shift those habits using awareness and Debono Moves—so you and your horse feel more at ease, right from the start.Resources:Girthy Horse? Simple Steps Make Saddling a Pleasure (blog post)

Movement isn't just something you do — it's medicine for the soul and your nervous system. In this episode I sit down with the beautiful Julia Eda Shemesh to talk about the power of movement, feminine embodiment, and how the female nervous system is uniquely wired.We also dive into what happens when we let go of labels and the status quo. And should we focus on entering into the matrix instead of exiting it? This is truly and invitation to reconnect with your body, embrace your uniqueness, and challenge the status quo. About JuliaJulia Eda Shemesh is a movement artist, somatic practitioner, and philosopher. She is the founder of Movement Medicine—a sensation-based movement research practice born in 2020 after over two decades immersed in professional dance, integral anatomy, Yoga philosophy, somatics, female physiology, and the Feldenkrais method. Her work bridges creativity and nervous system literacy, inviting women to reclaim their autonomy through embodied practice.She guides women back home to their moving bodies through her courses, workshops, online communities, retreats and mentorship. You can: .Julia is currently transitioning from island life in Thailand to becoming part of an unschooling community in Spain with her husband and two daughters. She is devoted to her sovereignty—without bypassing her material reality—and finds divinity in both.Connect with Julia on Instagram @jujueda Join her in person this summer in the Italian Alps. More info here. Your host: Anna SvedbergConnect with me on Instagram @nourishedwithanna 

On this episode of Asked and Answered by Soul, Jennifer Urezzio and Silke Maier, somatic and energy healing practitioner, ReConnective therapist and Feldenkrais practitioner, talk about transforming our life experience and reconnecting with our life force and love for life by choosing things that make us feel better. When we become aware and accept what is, we can begin to explore our experiences from a place of feeling safe so we can take action and transform ourselves and the world around us. Join us here today as Jennifer and Silke explain that whatever our current life experience is, it does not need to stay that way. Suffering is the old paradigm, and the frequencies on the planet right now are so high that powerful transformation can happen very quickly. You can choose to change your life experience but that change begins from within and then your outward reality will shift.  Learn more about Silke here: http://subscribepage.io/movebetter-feelbetter About Silke Silke Maier is an experienced somatic and energy healing practitioner, helping people break through and transform old patterns to feel alive and present again. Early in her career, she moved to Paris and became a dancer, where her love for movement and human psychology led her to become a certified dance therapist, Feldenkrais practitioner and ReConnectiveTherapist. Today, Silke brings Somatic Movement and Energy Healing together in new ways. She guides you to regain your power and capacities when you are stuck. Together with you she explores ways to step out of pain, physically, mentally and emotionally, so you can build a solid inner ground to stand upon and feel safe. Working with Silke you'll learn how to move and live your life with ease and grace again. Silke is a nature bound woman, in love with arts and beauty, cherishing movement as soul expression, explorer of life with a big L. The Asked and Answered by Soul podcast is dedicated to helping you understand that your Soul is the answer. To learn more about your soul's answers and purpose, access your free guide at www.themythsofpurpose.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send Mary a text! Discover how a simple humming practice can transform your connection with animals by regulating your nervous system, reducing tension, and communicating safety through presence rather than actions. Resources:

Send Mary a text! Did you know your horse or dog might be bracing before anything even happens—because their brain is predicting discomfort?In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind predictive brains and how both humans and animals can get caught in loops of fear, tension, and restricted movement. But here's the good news: prediction errors are learning opportunities.You'll learn how gentle, supportive touch—through Debono Moves for your animals and the Feldenkrais Method® for yourself—can update your brain's predictions, interrupt downward spirals of tension, and build a new sense of safety and ease.Whether your horse resists saddling or your dog hesitates at stairs, this episode offers simple, powerful ways to help them feel—and move—better.Resources:

Send Mary a text! Movement specialist Mary Debono reveals why forcing change in your horse, dog, or yourself often backfires—and what to do instead. Drawing from the Feldenkrais MethodⓇ and the Debono Moves approach, Mary explains how the nervous system's primary job is protection. When we try to "fix" movement patterns, we trigger defensive responses that reinforce the very habits we're trying to change. "Change isn't something you impose—it's something you invite." - Mary Debono Resources:

State shifting is the art of transforming how we feel, think, and act. Al and Donna reveal how Feldenkrais lessons gently guide us from stress to calm, rigidity to fluidity, and hesitation to confident action.  Key Takeaways:  • State shifting is the ability to move between emotional states with ease. • Extended exhalation calms the nervous system and promotes neutrality. • Movement practices enhance emotional flexibility and resilience. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

Send Mary a text! Discover the counterintuitive "do the easy side badly" strategy that transforms movement without forcing change. Learn why intentionally making your easy side feel difficult helps your challenging side improve naturally through neuroplasticity and contrast learning.Have you ever noticed that one side of your body moves more smoothly than the other? Maybe your right leg slides effortlessly while your left feels sticky, or you turn more easily in one direction than the other. Your horses and dogs have these asymmetries, too.Most people try to fix the "harder" side by pushing, stretching, and straining. But renowned movement expert Mary Debono reveals a revolutionary approach that flips this conventional wisdom on its head.Key TakeawaysThe Core Strategy: Instead of working harder on your challenging side, intentionally make your easy side more difficult through playful variations, then return to the challenging side—it will feel dramatically easier.Why It Works: Your nervous system learns through contrast. By giving your brain information about what doesn't work (through temporary variations), it better understands what does work and naturally improves coordination.The Pressure Problem: Trying to fix, stretch, or force improvements creates anxiety in the nervous system and often reinforces the original problem through defensive restrictions.Mindset Shift: Change from asking "How do I fix this?" to "What can I learn from what's already easy?" This transforms your entire approach from correction to exploration.Natural Learning: Your nervous system wants to move toward health and wholeness. When you create the right environment with curiosity and contrast, improvement happens organically without force.Resources:Get your free videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles with your horse.

Send us a textWhat happens when a devastating diagnosis becomes the catalyst for a complete life transformation? Meet Irene Pasternak, whose journey from an early Alzheimer's diagnosis to becoming a marathon runner reveals the extraordinary possibilities that emerge when we refuse to accept limitation. At 65, Irene received news that would stop most people in their tracks: test results showing an 86% chance of full dementia within three years. Instead of retreating, she embarked on a running journey that would transform both her brain health and her entire approach to living.Irene shares how she discovered "tourist running" – an approach that combines exploration with exercise as she runs as far as possible in new directions before taking public transport home. This creative method helped her progress from barely managing a mile to completing half marathons in less than a year. Most remarkably, her brain scans now show amyloid plaque levels dropping from 76 to below 12 – under the clinical significance threshold – suggesting her treatment and lifestyle changes have dramatically altered her prognosis.Beyond running, Irene reveals her work as a Feldenkrais practitioner helping people overcome movement limitations, and how she leads summer backpacking trips with llamas for people with Parkinson's disease. Her approach to movement as playful exploration rather than rigid exercise offers valuable insights for runners of any age. The conversation weaves through topics of neuroplasticity, resilience, and finding purpose after diagnosis – including how she now treasures time with her young granddaughter, creating memories she once feared would be impossible.Whether you're a runner seeking fresh perspective, someone facing health challenges, or simply in need of inspiration, Irene's story reminds us that sometimes our greatest adventures begin precisely when we think our stories are ending. Subscribe now and share this episode with someone who might need to hear that their diagnosis doesn't have to be their destiny. Hydrapatch.com code OTNH10 You can reach out to us at:https://coffeycrewcoaching.comemail: Carla@coffeycrewcoaching.com FB @ Over the Next Hill Fitness GroupIG @coffeycrewcoaching.comand Buy Me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/Carlauhttps://hydra-patch.com/discount/OTNH20https://rnwy.life code: OTNH15https://jambar.com code: CARLA20

On this episode of the podcast, we have Andrew Suseno, who I met through his workshop Brotherhood in Motion: Explore Masculinity through Movement & Reflection. It was a powerful space for Southeast Asian men to move through and discuss concepts of strength, manhood, resilience, and care using a framework designed by Moving Rasa. Andrew Suseno is a Chinese-Indonesian American movement artist and Doctor of Physical Therapy, living on Lenapehoking land. Certified in Feldenkrais and Laban Movement Analysis, Andrew is the founder of Moving Rasa, a pioneering initiative that blends indigenous Indonesian philosophy with somatics and improvisational movement to help people reclaim agency and build meaningful connections.Andrew's work centers the Southeast Asian diaspora, including an ongoing Virtual Healing Space for Southeast Asian men in partnership with ManForward, and Moving Rasa Weekend workshops with Kilusan Wellness supporting AAPI communities in the Bay Area. Moving Rasa is a proud recipient of a two-year American Rescue Plan grant, delivering culturally specific healing programs for AAPI survivors of sexual assault nationwide.One participant reflected, “I mourned the colonization of my motherland through the caring touch of my body as land.”Brotherhood in Motion will be offered again on Saturday, May 31st in Philadelphia, and Saturday, June 22nd in New York City 10am - 4pm. You can learn more about the workshop and sign up here!

This week, Alex sits down with Daniel Seifert, a journalist whose work has appeared in the BBC, New York Times, and National Geographic. Daniel shares how he stumbled upon neurogenic tremoring through YouTube videos while looking for ways to manage deadline stress. What started as curious exploration quickly became a regular practice that helped him sleep better, release jaw tension, and feel more at ease in his body. His story is a reminder that our bodies already know how to heal—sometimes we just need to rediscover the natural mechanisms that are built right in!Daniel's experience goes beyond just physical relief—he noticed how tremoring seemed to "dissolve the hyphen between mind and body," making him more receptive to music and even improving his posture. He compares the tremoring response to laughter: both are natural, sometimes uncontrollable movements that bring deep release and relief. Alex adds fascinating context about how Dr. David Berceli developed this approach after observing natural tremoring responses in war zones, recognizing that what many see as just "shaking with fear" might actually be the body's innate wisdom trying to complete the stress cycle.The conversation flows into how tremoring complements other wellness practices that Daniel enjoys, from Tai Chi to breathwork to sauna and cold plunging. Alex shares stories of how this simple practice is spreading through fire departments, religious communities, and meditation centers—creating powerful results when paired with other modalities. Whether you're new to body-based practices or a seasoned wellness enthusiast, this warm conversation offers a friendly introduction to how inviting your body's natural tremors might become a game-changer in your healing toolkit.Key Highlights: 0:00 - Introduction to Daniel's story4:12 - Discovering tremoring on YouTube8:30 - "What happened during my first tremoring session"13:45 - When tremoring leads to spontaneous laughter18:23 - How Tai Chi complements neurogenic tremoring22:50 - Enhanced music appreciation after tremoring27:15 - The posture benefits Daniel experienced33:40 - "Your body knows how to heal"39:10 - Invitation vs resistance in the body42:30 - Tips for tremoring beginners48:15 - Breathwork and tremoring: perfect partners52:40 - The Feldenkrais connection56:20 - Surprising insights about athletic bodies and tremoring59:45 - How firefighters are using tremoring1:03:12 - Meditation becomes deeper after tremoringLinks & ResourcesShaking Medicine: https://www.amazon.com/Shaking-Medicine-Healing-Ecstatic-Movement/dp/1594771499 Wilhelm Reich: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Wilhelm-Reich Alexander Lowen: https://www.lowenfoundation.org/about-alexander-lowen Institute for Zen Leadership: https://zenleader.global/ Find us Online: Sign up for our newsletter to learn more about the power of embodiment:https://www.redbeardsomatictherapy.com/Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedBeardSomaticTherapyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbeardsomatictherapyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandermgreene

Meaning and the Intimate Moment with guest Russell Delman on The Living Process, episode 33 with host Greg Madison. In this episode Russell and I share another deep connection discussing the meaning of 'meaning' and what is the path of a meaningful life? In exploring this topic we touch on those moments in life where living itself feels like 'enough' and the intimate feeling of such moments. We also talk about the role of the physical body in these profound experiences, touching on Focusing, Zen practice and everyday living. Russell navigates the edge between Guided Inquiry, Feldenkrais, Zen meditation, and their integration into the practice of The Embodied Life, a learning programme offered by Russell and his wife Linda, influenced by over 50 years of immersion in these practices and his direct relationship with Feldenkrais, Gendlin, and principle teachers in the Zen tradition. Russell DelmanRussell Delman is a well-known and valued teacher within the disciplines of Zen Buddhist meditation and Feldenkrais. He is also known in the Focusing world as a unique embodiment practitioner who integrates all three of these practices in his international training of The Embodied Life. He and Gene Gendlin also shared a warm friendship and Focusing partnership for many years. Russell's exploration of the crucial importance of awareness in body/mind perspectives and psychology began in 1970. His subsequent journey included gestalt, yoga, the first Feldenkrais trainings, work at The Esalen Institute, Focusing, and many mind-body experiences and teachings. For more information on Russell's extensive training programmes see The Embodied Life: https://theembodiedlife.orgEpisode 33: Russell Delman. https://youtu.be/Xa1z2o320pAThe Living Process - all episodes and podcast links: The Living Process - all episodes and podcast links:https://www.londonfocusing.com/the-living-process/Living Process on the FOT Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx3FqA70kQWuHCHmEiZnkn1VcrRIPbcvk#experiential #thelivingprocess #focusing #spiritualawakening #Russelldelman #feldenkrais #gendlin #zen

How do the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives? In this episode, Al and Donna explore how the Feldenkrais Method can help reshape personal narratives, moving from limiting beliefs to empowering self-images.  Key Takeaways:  • Our self-narrative influences confidence, creativity, and resilience. • Challenging limiting narratives opens doors to personal growth. • Feldenkrais practices support positive self-image transformation. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

Send Mary a text! This episode shares inspiring stories of transformation through Debono Moves—where presence, support, and gentle guidance invite nervous systems to relax, horses to soften, and freer movement to emerge naturally. A shift in you creates change in your animals. Resources:Get your free videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles with your horse.

If you've been wondering how Feldenkrais can improve your riding, here's your chance to experience it for yourself! Ride with greater ease, more freedom, and joy. Join me for this eye-opening webinar!

Sharon White, a Feldenkrais student of Wendy's will discuss her recent trip to Santiago, Chile for the Pan American Games! Sharon White is an international CCI5* three-day eventing rider, trainer, and Level 4 USEA ICP Certified Instructor based at Last Frontier Farm in Summit Point, West Virginia. With over 25 years of experience as a professional equestrian, Sharon is a well-respected and dedicated horsewoman who always seeks to do her best by the horses first.

Donna and Al discuss the fascinating world of memory, including how implicit and explicit memories shape our experiences. They reveal how Feldenkrais lessons can soften the grip of old patterns while cultivating new, positive self-perceptions.  Key Takeaways:  • Implicit memories from early life shape our unconscious habits. • State influences how we recall past experiences calm states recall positive memories. • Feldenkrais lessons help rewrite unhelpful memories by changing movement patterns. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com  

Peggi Honig (GCFP, GCAT) is a certified Feldenkrais practitioner and founder of The Peggi Experience, which focuses on teaching the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education to clients from around the world. In this conversation with Peggi we discuss:How her background in music and culinary pursuits led to and informed her journey into the healing artsUsing the Feldenkrais Method to improve your terrainThe importance of stance and foot placementAddressing the global contractionWhen in pain, go to another placeCompulsion vs dilemma vs choiceWhy Feldenkrais is NOT a modality...and what it really is....and more!Learn more about Peggi and her work at her website: https://www.thepeggiexperience.com/Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Send Mary a text! Discover how to shift from the conventional "fix-it" approach to animal bodywork to creating a tactile conversation with your animal's nervous system. Rather than attempting to stretch, release, or realign body parts, Mary Debono reveals how supporting the nervous system—the body's true control center—creates profound, lasting change.Mary shares case studies of horses with chronic back pain and dogs with spinal issues, demonstrating how gentle, respectful touch that honors the animal's innate wisdom achieves results. She explains why poking into sore areas creates defensiveness rather than healing, and how her approach creates an environment of safety that allows the nervous system to let go of protective habits.Listeners will learn how the ribs and sternum play a critical role in back mobility for both horses and dogs, and how to begin using their hands to "listen" rather than manipulate. Mary offers a simple but profound starting exercise to shift from doing bodywork "to" your animal to engaging "with" them in a co-creative dialogue. This episode provides a foundation for a deeper connection with your animals while improving their comfort and movement—a true win-win approach that benefits both animal and human.Key TakeawaysCreating safety is essential for lasting change—poking into painful areas only creates defensivenessHorses and dogs develop habits of overusing some parts of the spine and underusing othersRib and sternum mobility play a crucial role in back health for both horses and dogsTouch can be a two-way conversation where both beings are listening to each otherThe bodywork isn't done "to" the animal but co-created "with" them through respectful dialogue, creating deeper trust When you improve your listening skills with your hands, both you and your animal benefitResources:Grab your FREE videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles to help your dog.

Send Mary a text! What if the way to connect more deeply with your horse or dog wasn't by doing more—but simply by noticing more?In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Life, Mary Debono explores how mindfulness, the simple act of noticing your present experience, can radically transform your life and the lives of your animals.You'll learn how slowing down—even just for a moment—can awaken you to new possibilities. Discover how mindful movement, shared awareness, and practices like Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles can regulate your nervous system, deepen your animal connection, and bring more joy into everyday life.This episode is an invitation to savor your life instead of rushing through it—and to create a profound, felt sense of connection with your dog or horse that words can't always reach.

In this episode, Al and Donna explore vertical integration, the seamless connection between body, brain, and self. They discuss how Feldenkrais practices cultivate this integration, fostering a more embodied and responsive way of being.  Key Takeaways:  • Vertical integration links sensory input, emotional processing, and conscious thought. • Feeling the whole self improves coordination, clarity, and resilience. • Body scans and mindful movement are effective practices for vertical integration. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

Send Mary a text! What if a simple, mindful touch could improve your dog's or horse's movement, comfort, and even emotional well-being? In this episode, Mary Debono shares how to use your hands and your heart to do a gentle “scan”—a profoundly simple practice that awakens awareness, fosters mobility, and strengthens your bond.You'll learn:Why your hands act like a kinesthetic mirror for your animal's bodyHow curiosity (not correction) supports nervous system changeWhat to feel for: structure, temperature, response, symmetryWhy these moments of shared awareness build trust and connectionHow CLTMs (special receptors) create calm and deepen the bondWhen a quiet pause may be the most powerful part of your sessionWhether you're working with a horse, dog, or cat, this episode will show you how slowing down and tuning in can help your animal move better—and feel better—without needing to “fix” them.Resources:Grab your FREE videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles to help your dog.

Tess Driessens is a professional climbing coach and lives with chronic pain. We talked about getting diagnosed with five herniated discs from a cliff jumping accident, tools for chronic pain, why hope can be negative, finding true acceptance, meditation, Alexander Technique and  Feldenkrais Method, finding happiness within, why love is the key to life, and three sentences she tells herself every day. You can work with Tess at motion-coaching.beThe NUG

Send Mary a text! Confusion isn't failure—it's a signal that your brain (or your animal's) is learning something new. In this episode, Mary Debono shares how embracing confusion can improve your movement, mindset, and connection with your horse or dog. Key TakeawaysConfusion is a natural and valuable part of the learning process.Your nervous system—and your animal's—needs time and space to process new information.Novelty and variation disrupt habitual patterns, leading to more efficient movement.Asking “How can this feel easier?” can guide you through confusion with grace.The key is not to fix but to support—whether it's your dog, your horse, or yourself.Allowing for confusion builds patience, compassion, and a deeper connection.Resources:Grab your FREE videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles to help your dog.

This episode dives into the concept of lateral integration, emphasizing how the Feldenkrais Method fosters communication between the brain's left and right hemispheres. Al and Donna share how balanced hemispheric integration supports clarity, creativity, and emotional well-being.  Key Takeaways:  • The right hemisphere handles holistic awareness, while the left focuses on details. • Bilateral integration fosters clarity, creativity, and emotional well-being. • Eye movements can quickly shift perspective and calm the nervous system. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

Send Mary a text! Would you like to use your imagination to deepen your connection with your horse or dog? In this episode, you'll learn how to use your imagination to not only deepen your connection with your horse or dog but also increase the effectiveness of bodywork and training sessions. Key Takeaways: Your brain doesn't strongly distinguish between vivid imagination and physical experience—"what you imagine, you embody."Visualizing a connection of light with your animal creates real physiological changes in your body that your animal can detect.Animals constantly read the world through somatic and energetic cues, sensing your tension, intention, and inner state.This practice creates a "connection loop"—a feedback cycle where your shifts cause your animal to respond, deepening the bond.Intentionally sending loving energy increases heart coherence, which science shows can influence those nearby.This approach helps bring love back to the center when worry, fear or expectations might be pushing it aside.The visualization "turbocharges" hands-on work like Debono Moves, creating a synergistic effect.Even just one minute of this practice can reduce your stress and invite new possibilities for both you and your animal.Resources:Grab your FREE videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles to help your dog.

Send Mary a text! In this episode, Mary Debono shares how cultivating resonance—a felt sense of connection between you and your animal—can profoundly transform your relationship with your horse or dog.Whether through hands-on Debono Moves, quiet companionship, or simply breathing together, resonance helps you tune in more deeply to your animal—and yourself. Mary explains how subtle shifts in attention, gratitude, and gentle support can activate your animal's nervous system in a healing, trust-building way.Through real-life stories, including working with an aging Australian Shepherd and liberty play with her beloved horse Breeze, Mary reveals how resonance can become a guidepost for more meaningful interaction. You'll also learn practical ways to begin cultivating this quiet, powerful connection today—and why it's one of the most valuable things you can share with your animal.Resources:Grab your FREE videos on Connected Breathing and Rhythm Circles to help your dog.

Al and Donna explore how habits shape our movement, self-image, and overall well-being. They discuss how the Feldenkrais Method offers practical strategies for breaking unhelpful patterns and forming new habits that align with personal values and motivations. Key Takeaways:  • Integration involves smooth coordination between movement, emotion, and thought. • Recognizing early signs of disintegration allows for timely self-regulation. • Self-awareness is key to returning to balance and flow. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com  

FEATURED GUESTS: Richard Sims MSME, MSMT, CTPRichard Sims is a Master Somatic Movement Educator/Movement Therapist, Mindfulness, Embodiment and Body Awareness Educator, Certified Trauma Professional, Aikido Instructor, and Somatic Specialist in the areas of stress, fear, anxiety, pain and trauma. He is currently the Board President for ISMETA (International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association) where he tirelessly works growing the Somatic Movement Profession and its place in the integrative whole person health field. He also sits on the Board of Aiki Extensions.He teaches adults, children and teens empowering somatic approaches and tools to improve their emotional and physical wellbeing. His trauma informed somatic approach combines the BodyMind connection, as well as our emotions and distress responses with many somatic and mindful methods including Being In Movement® mindbody education, Body Awareness, Breathing, Meditation, Somatic Education, Feldenkrais, Alexander, Trauma Informed Mindfulness, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and the principles of the the martial art of Aikido (The Art of Peace).He teaches in person and online globally with individuals and groups. Additionally he runs workshops with allied professionals on how they can incorporate somatic approaches into their practice in a complimentary integrative whole person approach to healing. Richard also works with organizations, schools, non-profits, first responders and companies, helping with their member's challenges that affect their relationships and performance personally, professionally and academically.Some of these groups include: MenHealing (a prominent organization for male sexual abuse survivors and their loved ones) along with thought leaders from the psychotherapeutic field, The Cancer Wellness Center, Illinois Schools, Urban Gateways (curriculum through the arts), the State of Illinois (First responder professional and personal connection, de-escalation, stress and trauma), FORGE (Trans Survivors) and the H.O.M.E. Project, supplying electronic and video based resources and information to over a million incarcerated men and women in 47 states.LISTEN & LEARN: Rich's definition of Somatic Movement approaches to therapy.Legal considerations regarding touch as a somatic movement practitioner and why he has elected to practice as an educator. An experiential game designed to highlight the mind and body working together to construct core beliefs and narratives that may keep us stuck. The benefits of training and seeking out consultation or supervision with an experienced mentor if you want to integrate somatic approaches into your practice. RESOURCES MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:Web: richardesims.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/richard.sims.5667Instagram:richsims_breathingLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-sims-ab02337/International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy AssociationMen HealingThe Myth of Normal by Gabor MateSign up for Richard's list https://richard-e-sims.kit.com/b79e217651SESSIONS AT THE SUMMIT:May 3rd 2:30-6:30 pm CT he will be teaching on A Somatic Movement Approach for Healing the Effects of Sexual Abuse & Trauma at the Expressive Therapies Summit MIDWEST 2025 at Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Chicago. OTHER WORKSHOPS:https://menhealing.org/somatic-healing-101-2025/

Stephany and Aviva catch up on their own pony journeys, with Aviva dealing with yet more snow and Stephany recounting how her latest lessons went with Kathy Connelly. We get a really great question for “Ask the L” about corners, and as usual, Aviva makes it so much more digestible! We have a word from Purina, who is the sponsor of this month's podcast. In this episode, Stephany and Aviva chat with Suzanne DeStefano, a Pennsylvania based Feldenkrais practitioner and dressage rider/trainer. We delve into the mysterious question of “what IS Feldenkrais?” and get some examples of how it can help people, both in and out of the saddle. We discuss the founder, Moishe Feldenkrais, and how he came to develop this interesting way of helping people get more in touch with their bodies. We got to hear how Suzanne's personal journey in riding led her to discovering this modality, and how it has shaped both her riding and her practice with other riders. It is an interesting practice, and one that some of our listeners might find valuable if they are struggling with their own riding journey. Take a listen!Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PinterestGuest: Suzanne DeStefano, Feldenkrais Practitioner and Dressage Trainer/RiderLink: Video Subscription SiteToday's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

Stephany and Aviva catch up on their own pony journeys, with Aviva dealing with yet more snow and Stephany recounting how her latest lessons went with Kathy Connelly. We get a really great question for “Ask the L” about corners, and as usual, Aviva makes it so much more digestible! We have a word from Purina, who is the sponsor of this month's podcast. In this episode, Stephany and Aviva chat with Suzanne DeStefano, a Pennsylvania based Feldenkrais practitioner and dressage rider/trainer. We delve into the mysterious question of “what IS Feldenkrais?” and get some examples of how it can help people, both in and out of the saddle. We discuss the founder, Moishe Feldenkrais, and how he came to develop this interesting way of helping people get more in touch with their bodies. We got to hear how Suzanne's personal journey in riding led her to discovering this modality, and how it has shaped both her riding and her practice with other riders. It is an interesting practice, and one that some of our listeners might find valuable if they are struggling with their own riding journey. Take a listen!Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PinterestGuest: Suzanne DeStefano, Feldenkrais Practitioner and Dressage Trainer/RiderLink: Video Subscription SiteToday's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, internationally recognized teacher and author Alan Questel shares powerful insights on how to like yourself more through intentional acts of kindness and self-awareness. Drawing from his book Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness and Like Yourself More, Alan explores how small, mindful actions can transform our self-image, relationships, and overall well-being. If you're looking to cultivate more kindness in your life—both toward yourself and others—this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiring stories you won't want to miss! Guest: Alan Questel – Author of Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness...and Like Yourself More  Alan Questel is an internationally recognized Feldenkrais teacher, author, and speaker with over 40 years of experience helping people improve their lives through movement, self-awareness, and intentional kindness. A former actor turned educator, Alan has trained thousands of students worldwide in the Feldenkrais Method, a unique approach to movement and personal development. He is the author of Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness and Like Yourself More, which explores how small, mindful actions can transform self-perception and relationships. Through his teaching and writing, Alan empowers individuals to cultivate self-acceptance, resilience, and a deeper connection to themselves and others. Main Topics: ·         The Power of Liking Yourself More – Why self-image and self-wortSend us a textThis modern twist to an American Classic includes vintage footage of Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop AND Lamb Chop and Mallory Lewis LIVE: singing, dancing, and comedy for kids of all ages! Filled with laughter and audience participation.Get tickets at Harford Community College Ticket Sales - Mallory Lewis and Lamb ChopYour Pet AuPairDoing It for the Sits & Wiggles! At Your Pet AuPair our mission is to give your pets the same Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutRocketbookSquadCast Contests & Giveaways Subscribe by Email