Conversation – 15

Rediscovering Dance

Our bodies were made to move and flow, and within our movement we find a deeper connection to our bodies and the earth.

As children, most of us were encouraged to dance on a regular basis, freely and openly, in whatever way felt best. A few of us may have retained or regained our ability to engage in dancing unselfconsciously, but by the time we reach adulthood, many of us have stopped dancing altogether. We may have hang-ups about our bodies, or we may fear being judged. Then again, we may simply have fallen out of the habit for so long that we don’t even realize we never dance anymore. Whatever the case, there’s no time like now to rediscover the healing pleasure of moving your body to music–alone, as part of a couple, or in a group. Opportunities to dance abound, once you start looking for them.

If you haven’t danced in a long time and feel too self-conscious to start in a public situation, find some time alone to reintroduce yourself to the joy of listening and responding to music with your body. Turn the lights down low and remember that it’s much more fun when you’re not thinking about what you look like. It won’t take long before your body remembers how much it loves to move. Feel the music in your soul, feel the vibrations healing your body. Treat the time like a meditation session in which you agree to allow yourself to fully inhabit your amazing body.

If you feel awkward, remember that every culture since time immemorial has celebrated life and the body with dance. All people carry the memory of dance in their blood and bones. In other words, you were born to do this, it is in you already; all you have to do is start moving. If you prefer more interaction, take a class one night a week. In most cities, you can find everything from modern dance to African dance to ballroom and salsa. Whatever you choose, you won’t regret choosing to rediscover your birthright–the healing, joyful thrill of dancing.

Cherie,

Now that was funny R2D2 and it likes like him too. 🙂

Star Wars Forever. ♥

@mcpoopoo,

We are all missing you. ♥ Be well friend. ♥

Good Morning Cherie,

I am not into FTWD one apocalypse show is enough for me. I am into the characters and
I’ve watched the show since the beginning. So many great characters were killed off as
you know. Oh well it was good while it lasted. 🙂

Enjoy your day Cherie how is your sleep coming? The moon was so calm and relaxing
to watch. ♥ Best dreams ever. ♥ Here is a little something for a Monday Morning. ♥

I am thinking of so many people. @kittengirl stay strong.

Have fun kid. ♥ Loaf will something nice and warm for your throat. 🙂

Loaf’s Granddaughter is joining in the fun too. 🙂

That doctor don’t know what he is talking about! LOL!