Obey Gravity: it’s the law
The idea for this topic came from a few sources. Most recently I was working with my mentee and we spoke about how much the same movement done in a…
Category: Practice Philosopy
Core Competence
CORE COMPETENCE What comes to mind when you hear the words “core competence or competencies”? For me the suggestions are along the lines of something that is “central” as well…
Ways of Knowing
WAYS OF KNOWING HOW DO WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW? I realize that “how we know what we know” is a question perhaps more appropriate to philosophers or…
Comfort at Your Computer
Here is a little exploration for those of you spending more time on screens and having some pain, or want to avoid it. . Take a moment when you are…
On Being Creative: lessons from the littles
I invite you to get quiet for a moment and, the best you can, recall the first few months of a little one’s life. Those tiny beings, when they are…
About Feldenkrais(R)
I recently did an interview about my work. Click to listen. It is less than 8 minutes. http://allbusinessmediafm.com/archives/marsha-novak-09-26-18-guild-certified-feldenkrais-practitioner/
Signals in the Noise
SIGNALS IN THE NOISE Have you ever had the feeling that “it is all too much” – too much to do, too much information, too many potentially interesting links to…
Do You Live a Short Distance from Your Body?
“Mr. Duffy lived a short distance from his body” – James Joyce (From the short story “A Painful Case”) I just love this line. But what does early 20th century…
Mindfulness in Movement
MINDFULNESS IN MOVEMENT MOVE YOURSELF TO KNOW YOURSELF The word “mindfulness” is everywhere these days. Frequently we associate mindfulness with a sitting meditation practice. As we sit and follow our…
Getting to Know Yourself – all over again
Re-conociendote a ti mismo – (translation) Getting to know yourself all over again From the time I was in grade school through college I studied quite a bit of Spanish….
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Featured Blog Posts
The Bridge: connecting the art and science of dance
‟ This is my gift to you. You are a dancer. You are struggling with some aspect of your performance. Maybe there is pain involved or maybe not. To whom do you turn? …
Help for Performing Artists & Athletes
‟ When I work with a performer or athlete I use my keen ability to analyze movement and compare that with what is more optimal. My sessions typically involve working with pointe shoes, a musical instrument or sports implement as appropriate…
The Accidental Mentor
‟ Toward the end of her training I recall sensing a need, and helping this young woman organize her thinking in a way that would enable her to help others organize their movement…
Marsha My Mentor
‟ Over the 4 years of training, now entering 5 due to Covid, I find myself continually inspired and motivated by this wonderful mentor, to discover, learn, and grow. She has been a trusted shepherd and gardener for my learning journey. I am forever grateful that this opportunity was offered…
What Gets in the Way of Moving with Comfort & Ease?
‟ I have found that when movement is difficult or painful, less than optimal movement or postural habits are often the root cause of these difficulties… Critical to long-term resolution is shining a light on these habits and patterns and developing more efficient and effective ones…
Pain Isn’t Imaginary, But…
‟ Factors that typically help the brain to tell you to feel pain have to do with past history, social and emotional issues… Just the knowledge that having pain does not necessarily mean something horrible is going on inside your body often results in having less…
Core Competence
CORE COMPETENCE What comes to mind when you hear the words “core competence or competencies”? For me the suggestions are along the lines of something that is “central” as well…
Ways of Knowing
WAYS OF KNOWING HOW DO WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW? I realize that “how we know what we know” is a question perhaps more appropriate to philosophers or…
Comfort at Your Computer
Here is a little exploration for those of you spending more time on screens and having some pain, or want to avoid it. . Take a moment when you are…
On Being Creative: lessons from the littles
I invite you to get quiet for a moment and, the best you can, recall the first few months of a little one’s life. Those tiny beings, when they are…
About Feldenkrais(R)
I recently did an interview about my work. Click to listen. It is less than 8 minutes. http://allbusinessmediafm.com/archives/marsha-novak-09-26-18-guild-certified-feldenkrais-practitioner/
Signals in the Noise
SIGNALS IN THE NOISE Have you ever had the feeling that “it is all too much” – too much to do, too much information, too many potentially interesting links to…
Do You Live a Short Distance from Your Body?
“Mr. Duffy lived a short distance from his body” – James Joyce (From the short story “A Painful Case”) I just love this line. But what does early 20th century…
Mindfulness in Movement
MINDFULNESS IN MOVEMENT MOVE YOURSELF TO KNOW YOURSELF The word “mindfulness” is everywhere these days. Frequently we associate mindfulness with a sitting meditation practice. As we sit and follow our…
Getting to Know Yourself – all over again
Re-conociendote a ti mismo – (translation) Getting to know yourself all over again From the time I was in grade school through college I studied quite a bit of Spanish….
Learn about subscribing to Moving Well’s new monthly mindfulness guidance experience and community.
Read more, hear samples, & register
Registration closed, check back for more online opportunities.Featured Blog Posts
The Bridge: connecting the art and science of dance
‟ This is my gift to you. You are a dancer. You are struggling with some aspect of your performance. Maybe there is pain involved or maybe not. To whom do you turn? …
Help for Performing Artists & Athletes
‟ When I work with a performer or athlete I use my keen ability to analyze movement and compare that with what is more optimal. My sessions typically involve working with pointe shoes, a musical instrument or sports implement as appropriate…
The Accidental Mentor
‟ Toward the end of her training I recall sensing a need, and helping this young woman organize her thinking in a way that would enable her to help others organize their movement…
Marsha My Mentor
‟ Over the 4 years of training, now entering 5 due to Covid, I find myself continually inspired and motivated by this wonderful mentor, to discover, learn, and grow. She has been a trusted shepherd and gardener for my learning journey. I am forever grateful that this opportunity was offered…
What Gets in the Way of Moving with Comfort & Ease?
‟ I have found that when movement is difficult or painful, less than optimal movement or postural habits are often the root cause of these difficulties… Critical to long-term resolution is shining a light on these habits and patterns and developing more efficient and effective ones…
Pain Isn’t Imaginary, But…
‟ Factors that typically help the brain to tell you to feel pain have to do with past history, social and emotional issues… Just the knowledge that having pain does not necessarily mean something horrible is going on inside your body often results in having less…