 Let's continue our exploration of Denslow Brown’s Processing Modalities. If you need a refresher on this concept, read my previous post Discover Your Unique Modalities and How They Shape Your Perception. Today we look at the kinesthetic modality. Brown states “The kinesthetic modality involves moving and engaging the body and sensing the body in space.” KINESTHETIC: Movement of the body I’ve never thought of myself as particularly kinesthetic. I used to dread working out and avoided going to the gym, but at this phase of my life, getting exercise isn’t optional. I find the days I get up and move are the days I feel the best. My current favorite workout is this one on YouTube. I start slowly - reluctantly even - and then notice at about the 15-minute mark a shift has happened and I am loving it! Maybe I’m more kinesthetic than I thought. When I’m working with clients, their kinesthetic language often jumps out at me. Hearing “I had a great morning, I went to a ballet class!” or “I do my best thinking when I’m walking” give me a sense that movement is important to them. They interact with the world through their body more than most and this kinesthetic sense is often a doorway to something larger for them. These are examples of what Brown calls the Processing Modality Strength Continuum, which can range from week to tolerant to gifted.  Brown explains that in addition to our modality preferences, we have varying strengths with each modality, ranging from weak to competent to gifted. Some people may not realize how their bodies are affected by their environment. Sitting in an uncomfortable chair for hours before noticing it's causing back pain could be a sign of kinesthetic hyposensitivity. On the other hand, someone who is struggles to be in spaces that are warmer or colder than they prefer may be hypersensitive. These are examples of what Brown refers to as the Processing Modality Sensitivity Continuum, which ranges from being hypersensitive (unaware) to competent to hypersensitive (very aware).  We have varying sensitivities across different modalities ranging from hyposensitive (unaware) to tolerant to hypersensitive (very aware). How do you relate to the movement of your body? Does movement support your ability to focus? Are there kinesthetic challenges (a tiny office) or sources of inspiration (a walk at lunch) that alter your mood or improve your productivity? Next up is the Tactile modality! Look for it soon. Learn about all nine Processing Modalities: VISUAL The Power of Sight: Engaging with Your Surroundings Using the Visual Modality AUDITORY The Art of Listening: How Sound and Silence Influence Our Productivity KINESTHETIC Build Focus with Movement: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection TACTILE Feeling the Difference: How Touch Affects Your Space and Mood TASTE & SMELL Stay tuned VERBAL Stay tuned EMOTIONAL Stay tuned COGNITIVE Stay tuned INTUITIVE Stay tuned © 2013 Denslow Brown. From the book, The Processing Modalities Guide by Denslow Brown Hickory Guild Press, 2012 $25 www.OrganizerCoach.com  Don't miss my newsletter, Find Your Focus. It’s full of useful and practical ways to bridge the gap between knowing and doing to help you reach your goals. Newsletter subscribers also receive special discounts and first access to upcoming group coaching offers and memberships.
 Today we continue our exploration of Denslow Brown’s Processing Modalities. If you need a refresher on this concept, read my previous post Discover Your Unique Modalities and How They Shape Your Perception. Today we look at the auditory modality. Brown states “This modality, the act of hearing, is experienced through the ears, the brain’s auditory processing center, and the language areas of the brain.” AUDITORY: Hearing I recently bought some noise-canceling headphones. I wear them at home while doing chores or writing. Wearing them creates a different headspace for me, one in which the world seems to retreat and I can focus on the task at hand. When I take them off, I notice that the sudden burst of noise from the outside world is overwhelming. Sound and silence can be so powerful. My husband and daughter live in a world defined by music. They are constantly listening to it, interacting with it, and sharing it. My husband plays the guitar and my daughter is always making a new Spotify playlist. Enjoying music is an integral part of who they are and this strength is an example of what Brown calls the Processing Modality Strength Continuum, which can range from weak to tolerant to gifted.  Brown explains that in addition to our modality preferences, we have varying strengths with each modality, ranging from weak to competent to gifted. I also enjoy listening to quiet music when I work, but it can't have any lyrics. If someone turns on the TV or talk radio in the room next door, my brain just shuts down. It's incredible how paralyzing it is for me! This is an example of what Brown calls the Processing Modality Sensitivity Continuum, which can range from Hyposensitive (oblivious) to competent to Hypersensitive (very aware). My high sensitivity in the audio modality isn't always easy for my music-loving family members, but we work it out.  We have varying sensitivities across different modalities ranging from hyposensitive (unaware) to tolerant to hypersensitive (very aware). Think about how your auditory strengths and sensitivities influence your productivity. Does the sound or silence in your workspace support your productivity? Are there auditory distractions (a loud co-worker) or sources of inspiration (twittering birds)? Is there a change you can make to create a more supportive environment for yourself? Learn about all nine Processing Modalities: VISUAL The Power of Sight: Engaging with Your Surroundings Using the Visual Modality AUDITORY The Art of Listening: How Sound and Silence Influence Our Productivity KINESTHETIC Build Focus with Movement: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection TACTILE Feeling the Difference: How Touch Affects Your Space and Mood TASTE & SMELL Stay tuned VERBAL Stay tuned EMOTIONAL Stay tuned COGNITIVE Stay tuned INTUITIVE Stay tuned © 2013 Denslow Brown. From the book, The Processing Modalities Guide by Denslow Brown Hickory Guild Press, 2012 $25 www.OrganizerCoach.com  If you're new to coaching and not sure if it's right for you, take the free, quick Coachability Self Test to determine if coaching with me is a fit for you at this time.
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