Posture Queen

11/02/2021

NEWS!
Last year when I took a break from Posture Queen I spent my time nourishing a part of myself that I had neglected for a long time.
I love knitting, crochet, sewing and embroidery - this is my happy place and it brings me much joy.
These are activities that I always did but resisted doing because 'I was supposed to put all my energy and time on my business, Posture Queen and not on my hobby'
Now, last year was an awake up call for many of us and certainly it was for me.
Long story short, I'm now dividing my time between Posture Queen and my new business called 'PrettyHome - Handmade' that is all about my craft work.
I am a much happier and accomplished person!
Now, as an avid knitter and crocheter I know too well about the aches & pains and repetitive strain injuries we get from doing handmade craft work, whether we do it as a hobby or professionally.
However, as a yoga and feldenkrais teacher I have the right tools to help myself and therefore I can continue enjoying my passion for crafts without having pain as a constant companion.
And I'm here to tell you that.... well it's all on my new video below.
Please have a look - https://youtu.be/-GU1J1ycpq0

PS. please share this video with all those you know that they love their handmade crafts and in case you want to follow my journey with PrettyHome-Handmade here it is my YOUTUBE channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7VJIPWYl7bn0bfTvs6fB9w and IG https://www.instagram.com/prettyhome_handmade/

(AS OF 15 FEBRUARY)Are you a knitter, crocheter, do you do sewing or embroidery or maybe pottery?Whatever handmade craft you do as an avid knitter/crocheter ...

22/01/2021

Start with the pelvis to address neck issues (see my last post).
My last LIVE on my youtube channel was ideal for neck issues.

My word for this year is COURAGE.Courage to accept and navigate through this new reality we all have to face.Together we can and shall strive!Join me for LIV...

20/01/2021

It is a concern when I see things like these coming from 'health...' platforms.
This is like saying if you have a headache bang it against the wall and it will go away...

The last thing you want to do when you have neck pain is to put your neck in awkward positions or doing neck exercises or any fancy yoga pose!
You are only going to make matters worse.

If you have neck pain start with the pelvis (the pelvis is attached to the spine and the spine to the neck).
Also note that if you have neck issues the problem may not be in the neck itself but somewhere else like the feet (a wonky feet will disturb the whole body network).
Watch out for the next post with a pelvis exercise.

19/01/2021

Yoga is a very good way to keep in shape and healthy but if you are living with pain or have back or pelvis issues you need something that will talk to your nervous system and that is with Feldenkrais exercises - get in touch if you need help.
All my online courses are NOW 50% OFF!
https://buff.ly/302qEMC

18/01/2021

What are endorphis?
"Endorphins are chemicals produced naturally by the nervous system to cope with pain or stress. They are often called “feel-good” chemicals because they can act as a pain reliever and happiness booster."

You wouldn't think that a breathing exercise could do this for you...
This is feedback on my online course HEAL YOUR BODY WITH FELDENKRAIS that is NOW 50% OFF.
If you have been thinking of doing any of my online courses to get rid of pain or improve the alignment of your body this is the time.
Click here to learn more https://buff.ly/302qEMC

14/01/2021

COURAGE... DON'T YOU DARE FAIL ME NOW! (song at the bottom)
COURAGE is my word for 2021.
We are staring in the face of something new.
I'm no longer waiting or even wishing to 'go back to normal'.
I'm excitedly creating a new normal and looking forward to what comes with it.
I feel we all need COURAGE to build a new normal and accept a new reality.
With this in mind, my LIVE YOUTUBE SESSIONS are called FELDENKRAIS FOR COURAGE.
So every Monday at 2 pm and Wednesday at 10 am, UK times, I'll be LIVE ON YOUTUBE with a Feldenkrais (some yoga too) with the intention of giving you and the world COURAGE.
It looks like youtube live is having some problems as my last live wasn't live although the screen said I was live so let's see what happens next...
Please pass on this COURAGE to those you know may need it.
xo
My youtube - https://buff.ly/2DwAkF0
Song - https://buff.ly/2OQ1BIg
Time zone converter - https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html

12/01/2021

FELDENKRAIS FOR COURAGE WEEKLY LIVE CLASSES.
COURAGE to navigate and face a new world.
Wednesday class will be for the shoulders and neck.

My word for this year is COURAGE.Courage to accept and navigate this new reality we all have to face.Together we can and shall strive!Join me for LIVE WEEKLY...

12/01/2021

What can a breathing exercise do for you?
This comment comes from my online course HEAL YOUR BODY WITH FELDENKRAIS and the breathing exercise.
All my online courses are now 50% OFF http://posturequeen.co.uk/on-line-courses/

'Hi Maria, This was a very powerful class for me. Afterward, my breathing was easier but the biggest change was that my lower back tightness finally let go! And later I took a walk and found my abdomen was much more relaxed and walking was a bit easier. Thank you! Judith'

11/01/2021

Who am I?⠀
I would like to re- introduce myself for those new here and those who dont know me yet.⠀
My name is Maria de Sousa, I'm Portuguese and live in Kent, England (moved here 6 yrs ago after 17 yrs in London).⠀
I'm a Feldenkrais and yoga teacher and specialise in posture as I believe this is what matters the most when it comes to a healthy back and of course (the side effect) looking good.⠀
I help people with back, pelvis pain and general musculoskeletal issues. ⠀
I use mainly Feldenkrais (as opposed to yoga) to help people as from my experience of both forms and feedback it is the most beneficial form. ⠀
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I also have a passion for crochet, knitting, sewing and embroidery and with what is happening in the world I decided to dedicate more time to that (which I wasn't before) as it is my happy place.⠀
So now I divide my time between Posture Queen (my posture business) and Pretty Home Handmade (my craft business - I have a youtube channel and IG with this name).⠀
My chosen word for this year is COURAGE to face a new world with a positive attitude and this is what I too wish for you COURAGE, we can and we shall strive!
So this is me...⠀
Thank you for being here.⠀
Let me know if you have any questions.⠀
Maria⠀
xo

11/01/2021

Join me at 2 pm for A MOMENT OF CALM with a breathing session.
LIVE on my youtube channel.
https://youtube.com/c/PostureQueenMariadeSousa

11/01/2021

My wish always is that my work improves people's quality of life and I'm so grateful for feedback like this that reassures me I'm doing just that...

09/01/2021

Happy New Year FB family!
I'll be doing 2 WEEKLY YOUTUBE LIVE Feldenkrais classes.
Mondays 2 pm and Wednesdays 10 am (UK times).
Wether you want to relieve pain, lubricate the joints, improve posture or simply take a moment to self-care and relax the body and mind come and join me weekly.
Please subscribe to my channel to get notified https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXI8yIYHwewpCpBafLdZXgA