Movement and the mind
Bodily movement is closely related to energy levels in the
mind. Various pathologies in the brain reflect themselves through physical agility
as well as immobility. Depression is well known to bring about anergia,
diminished activity, over sleeping as well as ‘lazy and inert’ tendencies.
Mania on the other hand is characterized by excessive activity, unrealistic
bursts of energy, and ‘hyperactive tendencies’ with lessened need to rest.
Movement is certainly more significant than the cognizance it receives in the
world today. It arouses sub-conscious emotional, cognitive, social and
behavioral changes. Dance and movement as a therapeutic modality have developed
over the past few decades. Dance therapy is one of the most effective
‘expressive therapies’ today.
