In podcast episode five, Tava Baird and Jennifer Taylor discuss the spiritual and healing aspects of dance, focusing particularly on Chakradance. They begin with an invocation inviting the energy of goddess Saraswati, emphasizing the importance of dance as a form of expression and healing. The hosts share personal experiences with dance, reflecting on how societal norms often limit its presence in adult lives. They discuss Chakradance, a movement therapy integrating Jungian psychology, chakras, and resonant music, founded by Natalie Southgate. Jennifer shares her transformative journey with Chakradance, detailing how it helped her manage rheumatoid arthritis and regain mobility. The podcast also highlights the broader cultural and spiritual roles of dance, challenging the notion that spirituality must be separate from the physical and advocating for dance as a means to embody one's spirituality.

Resources:

Chakradance with Jennifer Taylor:
https://www.willowridgereiki.com/copy-of-chakradance

American Tribal Belly Dance Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFZG49yVtco

Fat Chance Belly Dance Lessons:
https://fcbd.com/classes/online-classes-private-lessons/

Datura Belly Dance Online:
https://daturaonline.com/

Group Belly Laugh Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqLn9gUyd1A

Ted Talk on Laughter Yoga:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4p4dZ0afivk

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Tava Baird: tavabaird.com or https://darkflowerbooks.etsy.com.

Jennifer Taylor: Willow Ridge Reiki and Healing Arts https://www.willowridgereiki.com/