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The Power of Your Sacred Pelvis

Your pelvis is a physical center of nerves, muscles, organs and bones which connect you to your creativity, sensuality, and confidence.   When you are suffering from pelvic pain, lack of sensation, and/or inflexibility, you can struggle with intimacy, personal … Continue reading

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3 Mistakes You Make When You Get Nervous

You got the phone call.  You are going in!  This could be a chance of a lifetime!   You have to be at the top of your game.  But what if you get nervous?  Can you handle to pressure?  What’s … Continue reading

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Alexander Technique at the Santa Monica Shakespeare Festival

I have had the honor to teach Alexander Technique during the Classical Training Intensive with Louis Scheeder and John Farmanesh-Bocca. Performing Shakespeare has heightened challenges for the actor.  Shakespeare’s characters truly mean what they say and they are usually dealing … Continue reading

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Stressed, Overwhelmed, Anxious? Feel Your Feet

When you get stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious, there is a series of events that occur in your body, your brain, and your nervous system, that knock you off center.  All of your attention goes to the fearful thought or feeling, … Continue reading

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I’m a certified teacher in Jessica Wolf’s Art of Breathing

Sunday January 5 I completed Jessica Wolf’s Art of Breathing Certification for Alexander Technique teachers.  This training is only for Alexander Technique teachers who have taught for at least 5 years. The training focused on breathing coordination and the redevelopment … Continue reading

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You have a Gift. Give It!

I was working with a client who asked me “What do you do right before you go on stage?”  From years of working on stage in dance, theater, and public speaking, I know that a thorough warm-up gets my energy flowing and … Continue reading

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Cast on ‘True Blood’ after Alexander Technique

Self-Sabotage Solutions: Sharon Jakubecy and the Alexander Technique by: Michelle Luchese www.MichelleLuchese.com     “Just wanted to let you know, that my first audition back I was thinking about everything you taught me and     walked in with confidence and … Continue reading

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Own the Room! like Angelina Jolie in the spy movie ‘SALT’

SALT Own The Room By Jessica Sitomer & Sharon Jakubecy When CIA agent Evelyn Salt is in the room, everyone takes notice! The question throughout the movie is, “Is she a mole or a double agent?” It’s so hard to … Continue reading

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How to Drive in LA Traffic Without Pain and Stress

Just before CARmageddon in Los Angeles in 2011, I was interviewed at the NPR studios to help listeners with traffic-related stress. Taking care of yourself while driving helps you stay calm, focused and at-ease during any crazy traffic jams you … Continue reading

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24 Rejuvenating Ways to Spend Your Lunch Break

Your lunch break is an ideal time to rejuvenate and recharge your batteries. It’s too easy to skip it or just rush to get food and throw it down your throat without giving yourself a true break. I contributed to … Continue reading

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