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SUMMARY:MCMT - Talk and Discussion on Dance as Relational Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:As mindfulness practitioners\, and teachers\, we often associate meditation with four primary postures: three “still” — sitting\, standing\, lying down — and one “dynamic”: walking meditation. Many of us have explored more intricate forms of “meditation in motion” like Yoga\, Tai Chi\, Qigong\, and other martial arts. But what if we moved beyond the confines of prescribed postures and defined sequences? Improvisational dance harnesses the body’s natural inclination to move and emerges organically\, guided by the flow of energy\, breath\, and emotion. By breaking free from steps and choreography\, we cultivate deep listening\, embrace uncertainty\, and respond to impulses with sensitivity and authenticity. We learn to let go of preconceived notions of how our bodies ‘should’ move\, and instead discover how they ‘want’ to move. Furthermore\, dance is not merely a solitary journey\, but a shared experience that nurtures connection\, empathy\, and trust with others. As we establish a rhythm with each other and with the music\, we enter a collective meditative state\, where individual awareness expands into relational harmony. Please note this is a talk and discussion only and not a movement session.  
URL:https://mmtcpalumni.org/event/mcmt-dance-as-relational-meditation-in-motion/
CATEGORIES:Sangha Meetings
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