The Story

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy and lover of movement.  I am fascinated by the resiliency and adaptability of the body, and by the intricate connection of physical movement to emotional and mental healing. Through different explorations of movement, whether it’s Brazilian Zouk, Chinese cultural dance, pole dance, running, yoga, strength training, I learn something about myself and life. The flow, freedom, and joy of moving my body to music while connecting with another human in Brazilian Zouk taught me communication and collaboration with each other through body language. Yoga taught me to connect mind, body, and breath with movement. Pole dance taught me to face fears, and that I’m stronger than I think. Dance has taught me how expression of what is inside impacts how I move through my daily world. It teaches me to listen to the music, notice how my body responds, and to allow and accept the flow it creates. 

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Through my pursuits of knowledge and movement, I’ve learned different types of wisdoms. In PT school, I gained intellectual wisdom through classes in anatomy, kinesiology, pathology, and treatment interventions. As I’ve practiced as a Physical Therapist, I’ve gained experiential wisdom through treating clients. In dance class, I gain intellectual wisdom by listening to the teacher explain the movement, and as I practice, I gain experiential wisdom by feeling what it feels like in my body. 

I believe the body has a lot to teach us, and through different explorations of movement and body awareness we have opportunities to express our humanity, connect with the world, and experience the breadth of being alive.  I created Body Wisdom to provide a space that allows participants to feel safe to approach their bodies and movement with curiosity. I believe that movement is meant for all, and that every person arrives with their own Body Wisdom to be explored.

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