Different motivations bring people to the Alexander Technique, some common examples are listed below.
- musculoskeletal pain and disease, like back/neck/shoulder pains, RSI, scoliosis etc.
- recovery from injuries
- performance, public speaking, management, stage fright
- poise, posture, breathing, voice
- stress, depression, burn out, emotional balance, self confidence
- self development
- movement, balance, co-ordination
- competition, flow, training and practising
- pregnancy, parenting
Equally, curiosity and interest about the AT, is as good a starting point as any other.