I can feel both dance and music changing and healing my brains neurons http://wp.me/p5nnb-azi

[GiaK]

recovery happens...

 

I managed to get out and dance at a 5 Rhythms event. That’s ecstatic dance inspired by Gabriel Roth. That perhaps has been my biggest victory. I danced for a full hour and stayed at the event for 2 hours. Another VICTORY. First time out in the evening. First time sustaining high intensity exercise for a whole hour too.

 

 

We looked very much like the folks in the below video. Without the white clothes. 

 

We each possess a fierce wisdom that only comes from within. To practice getting out of its way, getting into our groove and stripping away the things that are blocking its blossoming is our medicine. Taking refuge from the world of doing to truly connect with our deepest self, to hook up to the divine force that moves all things and become deeply rooted in the mysterious workings of our inner worlds, is holy work that feeds the soul.

 

 

I can feel both dance and music changing and healing my brains neurons. Seriously. We can change our brains and I’m doing it. Neuroplasticity.

 

To learn a little about Gabriel Roth visit these posts on Beyond Meds:

 

• ‎”When you put the psyche in motion it heals itself.” (embodiment)
  
• Ecstatic dance as practice: there is a dance that only you know how to do
  

More posts on music, sound and dance healing:

 

• Music for the soul
  

And one on yoga for healing:

 

• Yoga victory: recovery continues
  

Original link to post:  http://wp.me/p5nnb-azi

[alex]

I am so glad for you Gia; yes, recovery happens.

 

Hugs,A.

[Gem]

Fantastic! Congratulations - a strong sign of recovery. That's great you managed to dance for an hour.

 

I have wanted to try 5Rhythms for ages, I just loved dancing in my youth. I think it can be really powerful and 5Rhythms looks like it wd be really healing and freeing.

 

I ' m not sure if anyone I know would be up for it though! Does anyone know if people tend to go with friends or on their own?

[GiaK]

it's a solo thing mostly...there is no talking allowed...so there is no particular reason in going with anyone really...

[GiaK]

also I went back today...for the sunday morning wave...and I danced for about 20 minutes...did a bit of yoga and then meditated cross legged for about 15 minutes and left...because I couldn't do what I did the other day...you can basically do whatever you want...and emoting is welcome...so that includes crying in the corner if you feel like it

[Gem]

Glad you were able to go again Gia.

 

Thanks for the info, I hadn't realised it was a no talking thing.

 

It's good to know that emoting is allowed, as I was a bit scared that if I went, loads of emotion would pour out due to the trauma of withdrawal.

[GiaK]

these are people who get it...it's a healing community...this is the way mental health should be practiced...I also find I can tell people what is going on with me and they are respectful...I don't give details...just that i'm recovering from a very serious health issue...I often tell folks it's a brain injury...because it is...in any case I do talk explicitly about what it's like to heal etc...and people get it on some level in these circles I'm finding. 

[Gem]

That's good to know Gia.

 

Its so encouraging when you find some acceptance or recognition.

 

I 've found that speaking to someone who has the ability to listen, to hear what you are saying and is respectful can be a healing thing in itself.

 

I think it's so sad that crying or expression of emotion is often seen as a negative thing, even in some therapeutic ( or other) situations. I 'am increasingly finding that letting myself feel is healing. Burying things is just not healthy for me.

[NoMeaning25]

I just wanted to find out where you get the motivation to do all these things... There are a host of things i would love to do, but i have no motivation/energy to start them. I dont know if this is part of anhedonia/apathy, but it is very hard. I just cant start something. Anything. Wil lthis get better? I just feel like lying down all the time as i have -0 energy levels and no motivation.

[compsports]

I am so happy for you GiaK.  You are a great inspiration.

 

CS

[GiaK]

Olivia,

 

I was bedridden for two years. My muscles became completely atrophied...that was part of my journey and I could not do anything at that time. I couldn't talk. I couldn't walk. I couldn't leave the house or my bed...being with what is...including that level of hellish pain and disability was part of my healing process. And clearly, yes, it got better. 

[ruby]

Hi Gia,

 

So glad to hear you're doing 5 rhythms dance!

 

I've been going to 5 rhythms class for 1.5 years and it's been the key ingredient to my healing. Usually after a class I feel like I've released a lot and feel elated. If I've physically overdone it, I'll stay in bed afterwards for the rest of the day, but it's worth it to me. My instructor is amazing. The class inspired me creatively, see things in a different light and most importantly, get out of my head. I aim to dance for the rest of my life. It's the one activity that brings me the most joy in my life.

 

Feel the beat in the feet. 

[Rhiannon]

So happy to hear more news of your ongoing healing, Gia. You continue to be an inspiration and a source of important new information and guidance to me all the time.

 

It was your blog that helped me get started on this whole journey four years ago, and I am so so grateful for how far I've come today and the hope I now have for what's left of my years.  I know you continue to inform and inspire thousands of people all over the world, as well as helping people like me who go on to help others. You've done such valuable work, in spite of and through your own suffering.

 

Every time I read one of your posts these days with your new and building victories, I smile and feel such joy. Thank you for sharing your journey!

 

Oh, and: I love to dance! Have to check out this 5 rhythms thing, although I doubt they do it out here in the boonies where I live.