Artful Living Coaching by Jean Marshall The Artful Woman

The Healing Power of Dance: Movement for the Brain, Body, and Soul Dance is more than just an art form—it's a powerful tool for healing, self-expression, and brain health. Whether it's a joyful movement to music or a structured practice, dance engages the brain in ways that promote neuroplasticity, coordination, and emotional well-being. For stroke survivors like myself, dance offers an incredible way to reconnect with the body, rebuild strength, and restore confidence. Why Dance is Good for the Brain Movement is medicine, and dance is a particularly potent prescription. Here’s how dance benefits the brain: ✅ Boosts Neuroplasticity – Dance encourages the brain to form new neural connections, which is essential for stroke recovery. The combination of rhythm, movement, and coordination strengthens cognitive function. ✅ Improves Balance and Mobility – Stroke often affects coordination and stability, but dance can help retrain the body to move with more ease and control. ✅ Reduce...

Lately, I keep hearing the phrase "the hero’s journey" echoing in every training I attend, as if it's the key to unlocking personal transformation. It seems to be everywhere, and with good reason—this powerful narrative pattern taps into the universal experiences of challenge, growth, and triumph. But what exactly is the hero's journey, and how does it relate to something as simple (yet profound) as a power stance? In this blog, I’ll break down the hero’s journey, a timeless concept, and explore how power stances can symbolize and accelerate our own personal transformations. Together, they offer us a dynamic approach to tackling life's challenges with confidence, courage, and resilience. What is the Hero’s Journey? The hero's journey is a narrative archetype that has been woven into stories throughout history and across cultures. It describes a hero who embarks on an adventure, faces challenges, learns important lessons, and returns home forever changed. This ...