| Postscript on writing
There are many books on writing and there is also much advice on the internet (see for example the submission guidelines for Conscious Control on www.mouritz.co.uk). Much advice does pay attention to the means, not the end (“If you’re not having fun, then why are you doing this?” “Treat writing as a marathon, not a sprint. Don’t rush.”) Yet, beyond very general advice, the Alexander Technique appears to offer some profound methods for the process of writing which have, on the whole, yet to be explored. There is little on the psychophysical means-whereby for writing, even in the Alexander literature.
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| The pictures shown are examples of use in writing. This award is not meant to encourage misuse of ourselves in writing but, on the contrary, make ourselves more aware of our use in the activities of reading, studying and writing. If the author is applying the Technique to the process of writing, this may well be communicated in the writing, and make the reader more ready to apply the Technique. Reading and writing should be stimulating, and it should stimulate us to “go up”. |
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| FAQs
Q. I am writing about my own experiences with the Technique. How can I stay anonymous?
A. We suggest you use a pseudonym instead of your own name (if your name appears in the text). Your name can be reinstated if your manuscript is published. However, do not change other names - names of places, training courses and teachers. Generally speaking, anonymity cannot be guaranteed. The Alexander world is still small, and it is possible that a judge can infer from either writing style or subject who the author is. All we can do by keeping your name off the manuscript is to reduce the chances of identifying the author.
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Q. I have submitted my manuscript, but now wish to make corrections to it.
A. You can withdraw your entry at any time, but you cannot resubmit it the same year. If you wish to withdraw, please send an e-mail to Jan Hodgman.or telephone Jean Fischer on +44 (0) 20 8856 0804.
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| Mouritz Award - Submission Rules page 1/3 - Submission Rules page 2/3 - Submission Rules page 3/3 |
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