Feldenkrais for Life podcast

Al Wadleigh and Donna Ray
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In each episode, we discuss ideas and experiences about the Feldenkrais Method. You will learn skills that move you from pain to comfort, anxiety to ease, explore learning and spark creativity. Check it out! You will like what you hear.

  1. S6 E7: State Shifting – How Movement Changes Everything

    06/04/2025

    S6 E7: State Shifting – How Movement Changes Everything

    State shifting is the art of transforming how we feel, think, and act. Al and Donna reveal how Feldenkrais lessons gently guide us from stress to calm, rigidity to fluidity, and hesitation to confident action.  Key Takeaways:  • State shifting is the ability to move between emotional states with ease. • Extended exhalation calms the nervous system and promotes neutrality. • Movement practices enhance emotional flexibility and resilience. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    38 min
  2. S6 E6: Narrative Integration – Reclaiming Your Personal Story

    05/21/2025

    S6 E6: Narrative Integration – Reclaiming Your Personal Story

    How do the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives? In this episode, Al and Donna explore how the Feldenkrais Method can help reshape personal narratives, moving from limiting beliefs to empowering self-images.  Key Takeaways:  • Our self-narrative influences confidence, creativity, and resilience. • Challenging limiting narratives opens doors to personal growth. • Feldenkrais practices support positive self-image transformation. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    25 min
  3. S6E5 Memory Integration – Rewriting the Stories We Hold

    05/07/2025

    S6E5 Memory Integration – Rewriting the Stories We Hold

    Donna and Al discuss the fascinating world of memory, including how implicit and explicit memories shape our experiences. They reveal how Feldenkrais lessons can soften the grip of old patterns while cultivating new, positive self-perceptions.  Key Takeaways:  • Implicit memories from early life shape our unconscious habits. • State influences how we recall past experiences calm states recall positive memories. • Feldenkrais lessons help rewrite unhelpful memories by changing movement patterns. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    33 min
  4. S6 E4: Vertical Integration – Connecting Mind, Body, and Self

    04/23/2025

    S6 E4: Vertical Integration – Connecting Mind, Body, and Self

    In this episode, Al and Donna explore vertical integration, the seamless connection between body, brain, and self. They discuss how Feldenkrais practices cultivate this integration, fostering a more embodied and responsive way of being.  Key Takeaways:  • Vertical integration links sensory input, emotional processing, and conscious thought. • Feeling the whole self improves coordination, clarity, and resilience. • Body scans and mindful movement are effective practices for vertical integration. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    31 min
  5. S6 E3: Lateral Integration – Balancing the Brain and Body

    04/09/2025

    S6 E3: Lateral Integration – Balancing the Brain and Body

    This episode dives into the concept of lateral integration, emphasizing how the Feldenkrais Method fosters communication between the brain's left and right hemispheres. Al and Donna share how balanced hemispheric integration supports clarity, creativity, and emotional well-being.  Key Takeaways:  • The right hemisphere handles holistic awareness, while the left focuses on details. • Bilateral integration fosters clarity, creativity, and emotional well-being. • Eye movements can quickly shift perspective and calm the nervous system. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    34 min
  6. S6E2 The Spectrum of Integration – Finding Flow in Life

    03/26/2025

    S6E2 The Spectrum of Integration – Finding Flow in Life

    Al and Donna explore how habits shape our movement, self-image, and overall well-being. They discuss how the Feldenkrais Method offers practical strategies for breaking unhelpful patterns and forming new habits that align with personal values and motivations. Key Takeaways:  • Integration involves smooth coordination between movement, emotion, and thought. • Recognizing early signs of disintegration allows for timely self-regulation. • Self-awareness is key to returning to balance and flow. Resources Mentioned: For guided lessons, visit AchievingExcellence.com  and DonnaRay.com. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and explore Feldenkrais lessons at FeldenkraiforLife.com

    27 min
  7. S6-E1: Transforming Habits for a Healthier Self

    03/12/2025

    S6-E1: Transforming Habits for a Healthier Self

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    27 min

  8. 05/17/2024

    S5 E6 - Exploring Your Body Budget

    What can interoception, body scanning, and proprioception reveal about your overall "body budget"? We try a left eye awareness lesson as an example. Visit https://AchievingExcellence.com and https://DonnaRay.com to learn more about Donna and Al and to explore our class and product offerings. Visit the show website: https://FeldenkraisforLife.com.

    26 min
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In each episode, we discuss ideas and experiences about the Feldenkrais Method. You will learn skills that move you from pain to comfort, anxiety to ease, explore learning and spark creativity. Check it out! You will like what you hear.

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  • Creator
    Al Wadleigh and Donna Ray
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Donna Ray and Al Wadleigh
  • Show Website
    Feldenkrais for Life podcast