The Knowledge with David Elikwu
67. The Alexander Technique with Michael Ashcroft
Sep 21, 2023
David speaks with Michael Ashcroft, an Alexander Technique teacher and writer. They discuss decision-making in challenging situations, making big life decisions, the Alexander Technique explained, knowing and accepting life's possibilities, attention and expanded awareness, expanded awareness vs. traditional meditation, and the impact of distractions on being open to the world.
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- The key to being fully present and engaged in conversation or activity is setting a clear intention to be present and allowing oneself to listen without excessive effort or distraction.
- Cultivating awareness and paying attention to what captures our attention can lead to more conscious decision-making that aligns with our values and desired outcomes.
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The importance of intention and effort in being present
The podcast episode explores the idea that intention is separate from effort when it comes to being present and fully engaged in a conversation or activity. The speaker emphasizes how trying too hard or adding extra layers of thought and distraction actually hinders listening and being fully present. Instead, the key is to set a clear intention to be present and simply allow oneself to listen and engage without excessive effort or trying.
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