Original German term: Nebenübungen
Plain English
The subsidiary exercises are six basic practices Steiner gave for inner steadiness and self-development.
Modern Translation
They train thought control, will control, emotional balance, positivity, open-mindedness, and harmony among these capacities.
Why It Matters
They are among the most practical and accessible parts of the anthroposophical schooling path.
For Beginners
These exercises can be introduced without heavy metaphysics. They are simple disciplines for becoming less scattered, reactive, prejudiced, and emotionally dependent on circumstances.
Important Context
The subsidiary exercises are considered basic practices for steadiness, balance, and self-development within anthroposophy.