When in doubt, dance it out.
I'm so grateful for dance as a means of expression. I have had a lot on my mind the last few months, and I've discovered that one of the greatest comforts for any mental turmoil is movement. If I'm feeling stressed, broken, confused, or frustrated... all I have to do is improv a little bit, work up a sweat, breathe hard, and let those emotions just ooze on out of my system. It might sound strange, but it is fact. As someone who keeps most negative emotion to herself, dancing has really provided an incredible outlet for me.
I've started recording some of my improvisation sessions for a couple reasons... 1) So I can give myself corrections to make sure I don't start losing my technique. (It's hard to not be a consistent student anymore!) and 2) So I can look back and see if I did anything worth repeating in some choreography. I recorded a video a few weeks ago and thought I'd share it... I'm very nervous about this. But hey--this is a blog about my thoughts, and if there's one thing I'm thinking about more than anything else, it's dancing.
Just keep in mind that this is not choreographed, so there's nothing brilliant here. There's some rough transitions and repetition... I'm just moving for my mind's sake, trying not to think too much, doing what felt good to my body and soul.
Carl and I are huge fans of your dancing :) So post videos anytime!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so brave of you. I'm proud, because there is nothing that I love more than watching you dance! You have such a gift, and that gift needs to be shared. Post your dancing anytime, you'll hear no dispute or complaining from me. I miss going to see you dance more than anything. I love you so much, Elizabeth
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things I love about you and this is just one of them! I've always admired your talent. Way to share a part of yourself! I loved it. Every time I see you move I'm mesmerized. I love you! Also, I caught a glimpse of that bracelet. It always warms my heart to see you wear it.
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