These grifter motherfuckers, I can only assume, come from Kinesiology/Sports Medicine departments where somatics from the dance program were integrated. Or, they were soldiers or athletes with dancer partner. Watching these fuckers smash my favorite fruit on the pavement makes me want to punch walls
Anyway, it makes me want to do some research on this phenomenon. I swear to god if I see another ruddy bro on HGH do bear crawls and talk about barefoot life…
I am well aware of the history of the “wellness” movement, and its history of alignment with the far-right. Bartienieff’s teacher, Laban, was- well just look him up. I’m curious about why crawdaddies with suspicious tattoos are walking me through a Braindance sequence on Insta like it’s 5am PT.
Speaking of Braindance, a LOT of these somatic techniques were specifically developed for children with neurodivergence or physical disabilities. Ann Green Gilbert was a student of Ayers who was foundational in researching motor acquisition and learning outcomes.
Peggy Hackney’s work as a student of Bartenieff is another example. I am neurodivergent, and dance (especially the somatic techniques I learned) are so integral to my mental health and daily function.
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