About the work

Our human Longing of staying true to self with others

True belonging, comes from being accepted as we are, without needing to mask or change ourselves. This can only happen if in the same breath have respect for otherness in the moment and allow others to be what they are! The Dance Floor in 5Rhythms is a Microcosm that becomes a space to explore this balance — expressing own truth while being part of a larger collective.

Why This Matters
Suffering en general and especially Addictions and emotional wounds often thrive in isolation. Healing involves finding safe spaces to be real with others. Dancing with others in a practice like 5Rhythms mirrors the relational healing about showing up, letting go of the need to perform or adapt, and learning that we can be true to self and still belong.

Reestablishing trust in others -and self - helps fulfill a deep human longing
To be seen without needing to compromise what we truly are. Healing often deepens when we transcend self-focus and find meaning in serving others. This shift from "me" to "we" can be transformative because it aligns with a universal human need: to feel purposeful and connected to something larger than ourselves.

True healing often occurs when we realize that our struggles and transformations can serve a greater purpose. This could mean helping others who are on a similar journey or contributing to the collective well-being in ways that resonate deeply.

The Power of Reciprocity
Being there for others is not just an act of giving—it’s also profoundly healing for the giver. It reminds us of our capacity to contribute, reinforces our interconnectedness, and affirms that we are needed.

Transforming suffering into Purpose
In 5Rhythms we like ex. AA, members also often talk about how their journey of recovery is not complete until they can support others on the same path.

This act of sharing their story and offering guidance transforms their suffering into a source of wisdom and meaning.

The Dance as an Act of Giving
In 5Rhythms, dancing in a group is more than personal expression—it’s about co-creating a shared energy. You’re not just moving for yourself; you’re contributing to the communal rhythm and energy.
The very act of showing up authentically can inspire, uplift and even potentially heal others.

Balance between Self and Others

While personal openings are crucial, it becomes truly transformative when it extends outward. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Healing, transformation and spiritual openings requires that our presence is authentic and sustainable. Giving is a Catalyst for Healing. Conversely, being there for others often accelerates personal sense of meaning in life. It shifts the focus from internal wounds to external connection, creating a virtuous cycle.

Purpose as the Ultimate practice
When we feel our lives have purpose — whether through supporting others, creative expression, or being part of a larger community — we can transcend isolation and despair that often accompany emotional pain. Purpose anchors us, giving meaning to our experiences and turning wounds into wisdom.

Healing, then, is not just about learning to be true to ourselves; it’s about learning how that truth can serve and uplift others. In this sense, being there for others is not just a result of healing—it’s an integral part of the process itself.

FOR FLYERS ETC

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION

Relatedness

Grounded in the waves of the 5Rhythms® practice this
workshop is a call to be connected and allow relationship to self, partner, groupenergy, humanity and space.

5Rhythms can be a strong catalyst for change

This Intensive 5Rhythms Waves workshop aims us to be grounded, rooted, centered and true to self in meeting others. An invitation to hold and create space for eachother that is safe to feel, express and move
what arises.

A moving meditation, investigation and witnessing with attention and awareness. To get out of the way and allow the shift of attention; from the Dancer to the Dance, from moving to being moved.

The 5Rhythms Waves

FLOWING awakens the natural fluidity of the body
and move, whatever arises with embracing softness.

STACCATO is relating and expressing clarity by being
focused and heartfelt. In Staccato we examine connecting to others by daring to see and be seen, feeling boundaries, allow differences and to be fascinated.

Dancing CHAOS breaks us free and throws us into the
beat. It liberates from all ideas about who and what we
are and is an invitation to a real and sensed experience of being total, intuitive and free.

Completing by surrendering to unity and the energy we can hold and create together in LYRICAL and remembering ancient roots and give space for aliveness and the vibrant feeling of life it self and vast space in STILLNESS

 
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