The FP Journal

Movement Insights & Education

Explore articles on posture, pain, biomechanics, movement, and the principles behind Functional Patterns.

Ayahuasca: Spiritual Teacher or Serious Toxin?

Using the intelligence our body has developed to make our body a more efficient human seems to be one of the best ways to quantify...

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Escapism: How We Shape Ourselves through our Selected Vices

Using abstract language makes it easier for us to delude ourselves and create fantasy worlds in our imagination. When people use abstract terms, they may...

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Shedding the Light on Shadow Work

Shadow work exercises may sound good but with respect to resolving past traumas, will likely lead to action faking if incorporated into a routine. The...

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An Upright Approach to Anxiety: Discovering the Power of Posture Control

Roger Sperry, the famous neuropsychologist and Nobel Laureate once said: "Better than 90 percent of the energy output of the brain is used in relating...

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Adapting to Thrive: Tools and Perspectives for an Adaptive Mindset

A way to hone into proactive adaptive skills may include making reminders to yourself to reflect on highly emotional times of the day. The goal...

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Healing Generational Trauma: Addressing Biomechanics and Behaviors

But what happens when we get chronically stuck in these positions and states of stress? Our bodies take the toll. So many generations of our...

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The Art of Breaking Bad Habits

The cultivation of functional habits is an ongoing process that demands dedication and self-awareness. By recognizing the impact of our small, daily habits on our...

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Examining the Link between Stress and Autoimmune Diseases

When you suffer from autoimmune disease, it may not look like a choice. Maybe you’ve tried it all, such as elimination diets, elimination of fragrances...

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