As I look back on last year’s newsletters, I noticed how often my themes circled back to the same essentials: connection with the body, simple daily movement, nervous system balance, and the deeper meaning that guides our lives. Each of the monthly themes pointed toward a simple truth: resilience, purpose and vitality grow from the inside out. For the final newsletter of the year, I have gathered these threads together, beginning with the most human activity of all.

Do you sometimes feel unsteady on your feet? Have you experienced a fall that left you feeling anxious? Fear of falling is a significant concern for many older adults. It can lead to increased tension in the body, reduced mobility, and the loss of independence. It can also have a psychological impact contributing to lower confidence, heightened anxiety or depression. To manage this fear, the Alexander Technique (AT) may offer real promise as a small pilot study suggests.

“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” I really like this quote from Bernard Shaw as it...