Author: rainleander

  • Like No One’s Looking: Regularly Schedule Dance Time

    Like No One’s Looking: Regularly Schedule Dance Time

    Time is the currency of our lives. Everything we do and achieve depends on how we allocate our time. Therefore, making dancing a part of your routine ensures you regularly create an opportunity to express yourself through movement.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Invite a Trusted Friend

    Like No One’s Looking: Invite a Trusted Friend

    When dancing as if nobody’s watching, inviting a trusted friend can open up a whole new world of shared experiences. Dancing with a friend multiplies the fun and enhances your ability to express and connect on a deeper level.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Express Your Emotions

    Like No One’s Looking: Express Your Emotions

    Dancing is a powerful form of self-expression, a language that allows us to communicate without words. It allows us to express our feelings, thoughts, and emotions in a way that words often fail to capture.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Practice Mindfulness

    Like No One’s Looking: Practice Mindfulness

    At its core, mindfulness is about being completely in touch with the present moment. It’s about observing and experiencing each moment without judgment or distraction. When incorporated into dance, mindfulness can elevate the experience to a new level of personal exploration and enjoyment.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Use Props

    Like No One’s Looking: Use Props

    Using props can be an incredibly liberating experience. They allow you to explore a broader range of movements and engage your body in new ways. A ribbon swirling can inspire you to leap, spin, or twirl. A scarf fluttering around your body can motivate you to move gracefully, mimicking the flow and flutter of the…

  • Like No One’s Looking: Forget Choreography

    Like No One’s Looking: Forget Choreography

    To dance as if nobody’s watching, you need to forget choreography. Let go of the need to perform specific steps or adhere to a predetermined rhythm. Instead, focus on moving your body in a way that feels natural and enjoyable to you. The point is not to execute a perfect pirouette or a flawless foxtrot…

  • REGENERATE ¡AXOLOTL! FOR THE PLAYA 2023

    REGENERATE ¡AXOLOTL! FOR THE PLAYA 2023

    To contribute or learn more about the team’s plans, visit their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/axolotl-regenerate-for-the-playa-2023. They are also open to collaborations for their programming schedule and welcome new members to the Axolotl Team.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Close Your Eyes

    Like No One’s Looking: Close Your Eyes

    Closing your eyes allows you to shut off one of your primary senses, creating an environment of introspection and self-awareness. By doing so, you shift your focus inward and tune out the external world, the room, the decor, or the mirror. This lets you concentrate solely on how the music and movement feel, allowing you…

  • Like No One’s Looking: Warm Up

    Like No One’s Looking: Warm Up

    Warming up before dancing is more than a prudent step to prevent injuries. It’s a way of preparing the body and the mind for the movement to follow. It’s about waking up the muscles, stirring the senses, and setting the stage for an emotional dance experience.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Select your Favorite Tunes

    Like No One’s Looking: Select your Favorite Tunes

    To dance as if nobody’s watching, selecting music that truly speaks to your soul is critical. We each have tunes that make us smile, dream, or just want to get up and move. These songs can serve as the perfect backdrop to your dance.

  • Like No One’s Looking: Create a Safe Space

    Like No One’s Looking: Create a Safe Space

    For anyone wanting to dance like nobody’s watching, the first and foremost thing to do is to create a safe space. Choosing an environment that cultivates a sense of comfort and security, free of judgments or external expectations, is vital. 

  • Embracing Professional Help: A Courageous Step Towards Self-Care

    Embracing Professional Help: A Courageous Step Towards Self-Care

    In our journey of life, there are times when we find ourselves at a crossroads, feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling with the challenges that life throws our way. In these moments, reaching out for professional help can be a game-changer.