# 81 The Power of Kindness and Self-Discovery | Alan Questel

# 81 The Power of Kindness and Self-Discovery | Alan Questel

Author: Jon Astacio April 9, 2024 Duration: 52:21
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This episode features a conversation with Alan Questel, who discusses his experiences with the Feldenkrais Method, the essence of kindness, and the significance of self-awareness. Alan reflects on his upbringing in New York, his international teaching experiences, and how small acts of kindness and movements can enhance our well-being and relationships. He emphasizes the importance of introspection and finding comfort in our own presence.

Hightlights:

02:30 The Journey of Teaching and Learning Across Cultures 04:22 Diving Deep into the Feldenkrais Method and Self-Improvement 12:16 Applying Feldenkrais Principles to Everyday Life and Comfort 18:01 The Impact of Movement on Self-Perception and Kindness 25:23 Practical Advice for Daily Comfort and Self-Kindness 27:16 Unlocking New Possibilities Through Personal Growth 27:40 The Power of Intentional Chit Chat 28:52 The Journey of Self-Kindness 30:04 Overcoming Writer's Block with Self-Compassion 30:47 Exploring the Limits of Pleasure and Happiness 32:00 The Continuous Challenge of Self-Improvement 32:35 Turning People into Trees: A Perspective Shift 35:36 Patience, Kindness, and the Fast-Paced World

Connect with Alan:
https://www.newagehuman.com/guests/alan-questel/

Books mentioned (written by Alan):
Creating Creativity, Practice Random Acts of Kindness, Like Yourself More.

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