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The Place of Dance: A Somatic Guide to Dancing and Dance Making
Moving Consciously: Somatic Transformations through Dance, Yoga, and Touch
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- The practice, simply, is a way of thinking and moving that we use to enhance life. It is available to anyone. We listen to our song, watch how things move, imagine the arrangement, then act. We dance together backwards into the future, giving influence and taking it, forming and being formed. This is dance of eternity, and the shape of design.
from The Shape of Design by Frank Chimero by Frank Chimero
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How Walking Becomes Dancing. Focus your eyes on the horizon and begin walking around the room. Become aware of your head floating on the occipital condyles. Continue to sense your alignment, and let your eyes scan the room freely.
from Moving Consciously: Somatic Transformations through Dance, Yoga, and Touch by Catherine Schaeffer
The Art of Somatic Coaching: Embodying Skillful Action, Wisdom, and Compassion
