The inner motivation

3 janvier 2025

Highlights

1. Announcements:
• 12 weeks, 12 Practical Applications of the Feldenkrais Method

2. Book of the Week
• Unlocking Motivation: Insights from Drive by Daniel H. Pink

3. Quote of the Week

Announcements

Starting on the 1st of February…

Neurosomatic Strategies For Improving Abilities
12 weeks, 12 Practical Applications of the Feldenkrais Method

This 12-week summit is designed for everybody looking to enhance their daily life abilities, for those of you navigating physical, cognitive or emotional challenges or seeking more professional expertise. Additionally, it serves as an excellent opportunity for professionals, in the different domains, seeking fresh, innovative approaches to elevate their skills — whether for their own growth or to better support their clients. The 12 weeks event offers practical tools from the field to overcome challenges, deepen self-awareness and discover new ways to move and act with greater ease and efficiency.

Over the course of 12 weeks, specialists from Europe, the UK and the U.S. will share their experiences and insights into the diverse applications of the Feldenkrais Method and its transformative learning strategies.

Every week, there will be a conference, short documentaries, Q&As and movement lessons.

Weekly Schedule:

1. Weekend Events
• Saturday – 6:00 PM (CET): Live Conference
• Sunday – 6:00 PM (CET): Replay (with subtitles)

2. Weekday Lessons (Monday to Friday)
• 5:30 PM (CET): Lesson in English
• 6:30 PM (CET): Lesson in French

Topics Covered Over 12 Weeks :
The event lasts 12 weeks, so we’ll cover 12 applications of the method.

Week 1 : 01/02 to 07/02
Enhancing Motor Skills to Self-Actualization

Week 2 : 08/02 to 14/02
Musculoskeletal & Neurorehabilitation

Week 3 : 15/02 to 21/02
Enhancing Creativity

Week 4 : 22/02 to 28/02
Relief for Chronic Pain & Persistent Discomfort

Week 5 : 01/03 to 07/03
Sports Performance Enhancement

Week 6 : 08/03 to 14/03
Supporting Babies & Children with Special Needs

Week 7 :15/03 to 21/03
Working with Animals

Week 8 : 22/03 to 28/03
Addressing Psychological & Social Challenges

Week 9 :29/03 to 04/04
In the work environment

Week 10 : 05/04 to 11/04
Stage Presence for Dance & Theater

Week 11 : 12/04 to 18/04
Voice & Singing

Week 12 : 19/04 to 25/04
Music Listening and Performing

Ready to Join?
It’s completely free—just go to our website and leave your email to receive a single link granting you access to all 12 weeks of events.

If you’re new to Feldenkrais, it’s a fantastic introduction. For practitioners or experienced students, this summit offers fresh perspectives, real-world examples, and an opportunity to deepen your practice.

Don’t hesitate to share the information with friends and colleagues who might be interested in some of these domains!

👉 https://feldenkrais-education.com/en/12weeks/

Book of the week

What truly motivates us to learn, grow, and excel?

According to Daniel H. Pink’s book, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, the key isn’t external rewards like grades, money, or praise, (referred to as "carrots and sticks")—it’s something much deeper. Pink identifies three core drivers of motivation that align with the Feldenkrais Method: autonomy, mastery, and purpose.

1. Autonomy: The Freedom to Explore
Autonomy is the desire to direct your own actions and choices. In the Feldenkrais Method, this principle is central. Rather than rigid instruction, Feldenkrais lessons encourage you to explore movement in your own way, fostering curiosity and personal discovery. Pink’s research shows that when we feel empowered to make choices, we are more engaged and motivated—a lesson you experience firsthand every time you’re invited to “create options, reduce effort or find an easier way” in a Feldenkrais class.

2. Mastery: The Joy of Progress
Mastery is the drive to improve at something meaningful. In Feldenkrais, small, mindful improvements in movement lead to profound changes in how you feel and function. Pink explains that people thrive when they work in their “Goldilocks zone”—tasks that are challenging but not overwhelming. This idea mirrors the Feldenkrais principle of working with what’s possible and gradually expanding your abilities, step by step.

3. Purpose: Connecting to Something Bigger
Purpose is the feeling that what you’re doing matters beyond yourself. Feldenkrais isn’t just about moving better; it’s about living better. Whether it’s gaining ease in daily activities, enhancing your creative pursuits, or simply finding joy in movement, this sense of purpose fuels your practice. Pink argues that when we connect our actions to a meaningful goal, our motivation becomes limitless.

Why It Matters
Pink warns that relying too much on external rewards—like “doing it right” or impressing others—can actually stifle creativity and intrinsic motivation. Instead, the Feldenkrais approach nurtures internal drivers, encouraging self-awareness, curiosity, and a love for learning. By embracing autonomy, mastery, and purpose in your Feldenkrais journey, you’re not just learning to move better—you’re tapping into what truly motivates you to grow and thrive.

Quote of the week

“The goal of education, if we are to survive, is the facilitation of change and learning. The only person who is educated is the person who has learned how to learn; the person who has learned how to adapt and change; the person who has realized that no knowledge is secure, that only the process of seeking knowledge gives security. Changingness, a reliance on process rather than on static knowledge is the only thing that makes any sense as a goal of education in the modern world."
— Carl Rogers