The Obvious Enigma: The Confluence of Action, Neuroplasticity, and Well-being

"You can reset at any time in your life, as long as you believe that your body system is not fixed and unchangeable; if it cannot change, it is only because you believe it to be so." — Moshe Feldenkrais

Due to a knee injury, Moshe Feldenkrais devoted himself to studying the relationship between movement and the mind-body connection. He founded the "Feldenkrais Method," one of the three major schools of Somatics. This method not only helped him regain his function but also helped many people suffering from physical and mental pain. It has since spread worldwide, enabling many to develop their potential more effectively.

The Feldenkrais Method combines professional knowledge and experience related to the mind and body, including physics, psychology, physiology, anatomy, neuroscience, child development, and learning theory. It transcends the traditional medical framework, not viewing people from the perspective of "treatment or correction," but rather assisting them through "learning" to unleash their inherent potential and regain the freedom of choice.

This book introduces the theory and practice of the Feldenkrais Method. Starting from her own experiences, the author speaks to readers in a relaxed, engaging, concise, yet profound manner, clearly organizing the concepts of the mind-body work she developed. It is widely recognized as the best introductory book for beginners of the Feldenkrais Method.

Learning to think and explore in the Feldenkrais way will challenge our commonly held beliefs and the habitual patterns of life that lack freedom of choice. It will help us see new possibilities, allowing our unique qualities and potential to naturally unfold, leading us towards an increasingly healthier state of mind and body.