The Alexander Method And Touch
NEW YORK TIMES August 2009 Since touch can be such an important part in the Alexander Technique, this New York Times article is especially apropos. Although not specifically about the Alexander Technique, it has strong relevance. It was printed in the August 11th, 2009 New York Times by Nicholas Bakalar. Please note the last line, referring to touch: "This is a sophisticated differential signaling system that we haven't previously known about." Alexander Technique teachers have been using touch to convey ideas, concepts and feelings for well over 100 years. Please enjoy the following article. Researchers have found experimental evidence that a touch can be worth a thousand words, that fleeting physical contact can express specific emotions — silently, subtly and unmistakably...
