Summary

In this conversation, Chuck interviews Lisa DeAngelis about the Alexander Technique and its connection to change. Lisa shares her personal experience with the technique and how it helped her navigate a challenging medical diagnosis. They discuss the importance of choice and creating space for possibility in the process of change.

Lisa also highlights the significance of daily mindfulness practice in cultivating awareness and making conscious choices. The conversation emphasizes the holistic nature of change and the potential for transformation in everyday habits and actions.

Lisa also discusses her daily practices and the importance of mindfulness. She emphasizes the need to engage with each moment and reconnect with all our senses. Lisa also shares insights from her new book, 'Embracing the Unknown,' which explores the process of change and the tools and skills that can support it. She breaks down the book into three parts: why change, changing now, and living a life of sustainable change.

Finally, Lisa talks about her future plans, including creating new ways to have meaningful conversations about mindfulness and intentionality.

Takeaways

• The Alexander Technique is a holistic approach to change that focuses on increasing awareness of how we use our bodies.
• Choice plays a crucial role in navigating change, and embracing the unknown can lead to exciting opportunities.
• Creating space and pausing before making a choice can help us break free from habitual patterns and make more intentional decisions.
• The Alexander Technique can have a profound impact on various aspects of life, including physical well-being, performance, and personal growth.