I am not a Dancer!
I don’t have rhythm!
Hello, I am critically Caucasian!
These are just a couple of reasons I hear when I invite people to attend and AromaDance or Mindful Movement Class.
I get it and I was guilty of it as well. I was introduced to AromaDance in September of 2014 by a friend. I was skeptical, was an athlete not a dancer. Over the years my tune has changed.
The more I dance the more in tune I am with myself physically, mentally, and emotionally. There are sometimes I have to put on music loud with strong heavy beats and dance out deep heavy emotions. Other times it is The Greatest Showman Soundtrack or other musicals. I have come to appreciate what my body can do as I pretend to be a ballerina to beautiful instrumental music. As I connect with my body through movement and the music it can even be a spiritual experience.
Our bodies are meant to move
“In less than two generations, physical activity has dropped by 20% in the U.K. and 32% in the U.S. In China, the drop is 45% in less than one generation. Vehicles, machines and technology now do our moving for us. What we do in our leisure time doesn’t come close to making up for what we’ve lost” – designedtomove.org
Studies have shown that movement affects every aspect of our physical and emotional health. It helps regulate on hormones and metabolism, supports circulation & respiration, aids in digestion, immunity and detoxification of the body. Movement that you enjoy improves your mood.
“Dance is more than the exploring of different ways to make a shape or learning a series of steps to music; it is a way of moving that uses the body as an instrument of expression and communication. – http://www.camarilloacademy.com/2011/09/why-dance/
The benefits of dancing are innumerable. Here are a few of the reasons I think EVERYONE should dance.
- It allows self expression. There is no right or wrong way to do it.
- Provides a physical and emotional release.
- Improves Strength, Flexibility, and Endurance
- Improves your connection to your body which improves self-confidence and self-esteem.
- Improves mental functioning
- Improves balance and spatial awareness
- It’s fun!!!!
Don’t over think it
You don’t have to go to a club, just turn on your favorite song and start moving your body. You know your own physical limitations. You can dance sitting down, just move your hands and feet to the music. The more you do it the stronger your body will get.
You don’t have to have rhythm, you are not being judged. This is just about taking care of yourself. But you can be brave and invite your friends, your spouse, children, and/or grandchildren to join you.
Sway
About a year ago my husband and I attended Royalty and Romance from 3 Key Elements where we learned about swaying. This has aligned our marriage better than anything else we do. We end each day with swaying with each other.
Beyond Possibilities 