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| We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. The old skin has to be shed before the new one can come. —Joseph Campbell |
It’s tempting — with a fresh calendar on the wall — to giddily imagine subtle or even sweeping changes in one’s life. Though my personal relationship with January resolutions is fraught with (mostly) failure, I still find flirting with fantasies of a “new” me irresistible.
For anyone harboring hopes of fitness, fun, supportive community and joy this year, the article 5 Reasons Dance Should Be Your New Year’s Resolution (STU Arts Dance) makes a great case for more dancing.
- Fitness Disguised as Fun: Dance is the ultimate full-body workout that feels like a party.
- Stress-Busting Rhythms: Dancing’s rhythmic movements and uplifting tunes release the therapeutic power of endorphins, our body’s natural stress-busters.
- Socialize and Connect: Share your passion for movement with the social aspect of dance, which enhances your interpersonal skills and builds a supportive community, encouraging personal growth.
- Boost Confidence and Self-Expression: Unleash your inner star. Dance allows you to embrace your uniqueness, fostering a positive self-image.
- Long-Lasting Joy and Creativity: Dance, a timeless art form, transcends generations and offers us joy, creativity, and continuous learning.
With dance as my resolution, I can’t lose! Make dancing your win-win this year, too, by checking out the new classes, live and dj’d dances, and exciting special events listed online at the Dance Calendar.
See you on the dance floor —Sean Donovan