The AT exercises are very simple to learn. All you need
is motivation and commitment. You get comfortably into one
of the three autogenic postures, close your eyes and repeat
silently to yourself short phrases while focusing your attention
on different parts of your body. The key is to adopt a relaxed,
effortless attitude to the exercises – ‘passive
concentration’.
You become the passive observer who simply accepts
and witnesses everything that happens – your bodily sensations,
thoughts and feelings – without judgement. You concentrate
on your arms, legs, etc. with an alert but detached awareness.
With my instruction and support and your commitment to regular
practice, you will soon get the hang of passive concentration
and become the observer of your physical and mental state.
This is a lower level of attention than active concentration,
linked to a calm and relaxed attitude, with little concern
for step-by-step detail or striving for results. If
you practise the exercises three times per day for approximately
10 minutes each time, you will be
able to shift into this deeply relaxing mindset within a few
moments – your own ‘oasis of peace’.
Autogenic Therapy or AT is a treasure trove of simple
but powerful tools that give you a new perspective on your
life and empower you to find balance and well-being anytime. |
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