“Dance is your pulse, your heartbeat, your breathing.
It’s the rhythm of your life.”
_Jacques d’Amboise
For many, dance is a profound journey of self-discovery. I have the privilege of witnessing the veils of illusion melt away and eyes lighting up with joy at that moment when someone breaks through personal barriers, gains insight into their emotions and thought patterns, and emerges with a deep sense of knowing and authenticity. This profound opportunity for self-discovery and transformation is possible when the dance encourages people to express themselves freely through movement, without constraints.
The transformative power of conscious dance lies in its ability to inspire individuals to connect with their true selves. The act of dance in many societies is a courageous act that goes against religious, cultural, and society’s restrictions. Tragically, there are many spaces around the world where dance is forbidden. Tragically there are many spaces where dance is allowed yet the opportunities are squandered.
The very physical, emotional, and psychological barriers that keep people from dancing are the ones that offer the most freedom. As much as dance can bring us face-to-face with vulnerability and resistance, it also opens up opportunities for freedom and joy. When we learn to move through discomfort, we tap into hidden reservoirs of strength, resilience, and creativity that open up a magical endless horizon that allows us to celebrate our own individual uniqueness.
_Christos Daskalakos
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