A compulsive or uncontrollable engagement with substances or behaviors that make the person feel good. A growing preoccupation with these. Prolonged and continued use or engagement despite any negative consequences. That’s the short answer, the long answer is that there are many levels to addiction, and these may stretch all the way back to childhood… Continue reading What are the three levels of addiction?
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What is co-addiction?
Co-addiction describes a relationship between two people whereby one person’s addiction becomes a problem for both parties involved. The co-addicted person does not necessarily have an addiction themselves, but rather has developed an unhealthy dependence on, or interest in their significant other or their activities. Many addiction experts believe that some individuals are more prone… Continue reading What is co-addiction?
Is there coaching for codependency?
Yes, codependency is a learned behavior, and like other learned behaviors, it can be addressed and remedied through counseling. Codependency coaching involves helping the codependent person uncover the root causes of their relationship patterns, how these manifest in their current relationships, and how to break free from the addictive elements of codependency. For more information… Continue reading Is there coaching for codependency?
Is codependency an addiction?
Codependency is not an addiction in the traditional sense, but it certainly involves a compulsive pattern of behaviors that, when examined, resemble some of the traits seen in addiction. Characterized by an unhealthy dependence on another person, codependent people often have trouble maintaining healthy relationships because they’re so focused on taking care of someone else… Continue reading Is codependency an addiction?
What does addiction coaching involve?
Broadly, it involves helping people who are in active addiction, be it with substances or behaviors, as well as those who are in recovery from addictions. In sessions, the addiction coach helps people understand the nature of their addiction, and how it has impacted their lives. They also help people develop strategies to overcome that… Continue reading What does addiction coaching involve?
Are there online 5Rhythms classes?
We don’t currently offer online classes or workshops. One of the most beautiful things about dancing 5Rhythms is the sense of community, of kindred spirits joining together in the same space yet being and moving independently. When dancing 5Rhythms in a class, we are on a voyage of discovery, one that’s aided by common camaraderie.
Is 5Rhythms ecstatic dance?
Not quite. 5Rhythms and ecstatic dance are two separate practices, although there are some similarities between the two. Ecstatic dance is a broad term encompassing any form of dance or body movement in which the dancers do not follow formal steps and seek a sort of abandon in the music. 5Rhythms, while unstructured and there… Continue reading Is 5Rhythms ecstatic dance?
Is dancing good for your health?
Yes, dancing is excellent for both physical and mental health. There are many benefits to dance including improved flexibility, balance, strength, and coordination, as well as improved circulation and respiration. It also increases confidence, body awareness, and self-esteem. Dancing promotes creativity and relaxation, helps relieve stress, improves mood and reduces anxiety, and increases our energy… Continue reading Is dancing good for your health?
What is stillness rhythm?
It’s the final rhythm in the 5Rhythms dance framework, following flowing, staccato, chaos, and lyrical. As the music slows down in stillness, you are invited to finish your wave with whatever energy is still moving through you. Stillness invites movement and pauses, an opportunity to integrate everything we experienced during the wave. The stillness rhythm… Continue reading What is stillness rhythm?
What is chaos rhythm?
Chaos rhythm is one of the five rhythms in the 5Rhythms framework first developed by Gabrielle Roth and practised by people all over the world. The rhythms, in order, are flowing, staccato, chaos, lyrical, and stillness. For many people who dance 5Rhythms, chaos is a crescendo of sorts. Following the serene flow rhythm and the… Continue reading What is chaos rhythm?