How Dancing Changes People's Lives

By Melanie LaPatin

In the 30 years that I have been in the ballroom dance business I have never seen another occupation that I can think of that does so much for a human being. It can transform lives, mentally spiritually physically and emotionally.

Mentally - Dancing is a challenge and a goal that can be reached. It gets into your psyche, and drives you to be the best you can be. It helps you forget about all the problems you are having during the day as you are lost in the moment.

Physically - You don't realize that you are exercising, it is a sensual workout. You have great music, a great partner, it releases stress. You are so into the music that you think about nothing else when you are on the dance floor. You don't feel the physical strain only the pleasure. When you take dance position, your body begins to align itself into correct posture. Dancing is a great aerobic workout for both the young and old as it can be tailored to your physical abilities.

Emotional - Dancing releases endorphins and endorphins are the body's wonder drug. After dancing you feel like you had a good workout without having to lift heavy machinery. If you want to change the mood you are in charge, just change the music. It erases the day to day worries.

Spiritual - Dancing is good for the soul. It gives you a sense of spiritual freedom. It is a universal language; it gives a sense of self in moments. Especially with partner dancing, it is a way for you to really connect with another human being.

When you see people are a dance floor they are smiling, the enthusiasm is contagious. It has intoxicating intrigue. It's never too late to learn to ballroom dance.

So give ballroom or even any other type of dancing a try and see how it improves your well being on so many different levels. - 29874

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