DANCE - When I am EARTH...

“Walk as if you are kissing the earth with your feet.”

_Thieh Nhat Hanh

In the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, we often lose our connection to the earth—the element that roots us, stabilizes us, and nourishes our bodies and spirits. But when we take the time to consciously reconnect, through movement and dance, we rediscover the profound wisdom that the earth holds for us.

Let us explore the qualities of EARTH – steady and strong, forming a foundation for life. Earth is supportive offering stability as we rise and expand into our lives. At the same time sinking into the ground we are grounded, rooted – reconnecting with the primal forces that live within us.

When we embody the earth element in dance, we not only ground ourselves physically, but we also tap into a deeper sense of belonging. The earth reminds us that we are part of something greater—a vast, interconnected web of life. As we sink into the ground and feel the strength beneath our feet, we remember that we are held by forces much older and wiser than our individual lives. This connection to earth brings a sense of security, a quiet reassurance that no matter how chaotic life may become, we have the capacity to return to this place of stillness, stability, and inner strength.

_Christos Daskalakos