A Micro Pause where we flex and contract the upper back. Flexion and contraction is probably something you do often, even without thinking of it. So here we do it while thinking of it intensively. With full awareness, trying to notice the subtle sensations, and trying to negotiate with the body to release deep seated tension in the upper back.


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Body Intelligence – Dive Deeper, 3: notice how you sit

If you’re like most people you will spend a great part of your days sitting down. Becoming aware of how you sit doesn’t necessarily mean you have to change the way you sit, but you can use the awareness to learn more about yourself. How do you sit when you feel great? How do you sit when you feel sad? Now, go on to observe!

Body Intelligence – Dive deeper, 1: sensory hands

Did you ever think of your hands as sensory organs? Try this cool exercise: next time you are using your hands to reach for something or grab something from where your eyes can’t reach, like the back of a drawer or a cabinet, close your eyes and observe how that immediately shifts your focus into your hands. If you really pay attention you will find that it’s like a switch, eyes off, hands on, eyes on, hands off. The palms of our hands are great at sending information to the brain about the environment. Now, start tuning in!

Open up the chest with a spinal wave

Bring back spaciousness into your upper body and free the breath.

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