Eutony means well-balanced tension.
Eutony is a mind-body discipline created by Gerda Alexander based upon the experience of one's own body.
Eutony offers simple steps by which you can become aware of the stress patterns you may be imposing on your body.

Answered by Shweta Singh , an ibibo Advisor, at 9:34 PM on January 27, 2009

The goal of Eutony is to widen and deepen the whole range of expression and open up creativity. The work is gentle and never forces. Presence is of the upmost importance:


awareness of mind
sensation of the outer form of the body
being in contact with one’s surroundings
awareness of breathing, circulation, tissues, organs, and bones.

This somatic practice is not only about movement awareness, but also about developing depth in oneself and growing toward a total person.

Answered by Sanjay , an ibibo Specialist, at 2:48 PM on January 09, 2009

Eutony was developed in the 1930s by German-born Gerda Alexander, who observed through her involvement in dance that pupils tended to follow their teacher too closely. Better known in Canada and South America than in the US and UK, Eutony is a form of movement therapy in which patients achieve self-knowledge by exploring their own movements, and is often practiced as part of psychotherapy. Sessions last 60-90 minutes, and length of treatment varies widely according to the individual. Eutony claims to treat musculoskeletal disorders and conditions linked to psychological problems, and seems to be well regarded by doctors who know of it.
http://www.eclectichealth .net/encyclopedia/eutony.php

Answered by Laxmikantha , an ibibo Master, at 1:51 PM on January 09, 2009

EUTONY
Derived from eu, meaning good, and tonus meaning tone or tension, eutony was developed by Gerda Alexander of Germany during her work in Denmark in the mid-twentieth century. It is based on the theory that there is a constant interaction between muscular tone and psychic activity. Acting on muscle tone can affect the whole being and regulate the breathing, circulation, etc. Clients learn how to adjust their tonus through the observation of sensations in various situations. Clients will explore the body’s perceptions--from the skin to the bones--in movement, in relaxation, during activity, and at rest. Professional training is an individual process lasting four years, the last year being devoted to practicum and exams.

http://www.massagetherapy.com/g lossary/index.php#B

Answered by Arle Rambabu , an ibibo Master, at 10:15 AM on January 09, 2009