Second Chances for Virgin Media where I shared my journey in sobriety, the production team sent me to speak to psychotherapist, David Mooney, who is also a renowned Movement Medicine Teacher.
A post shared by Mind The Gap Films (@mindthegapfilms)This was part of the activities I had to engage in to give more meaning to my journey in the series.
In one of the sessions, David explained to me the neuroscience of dance and how dancing has a significant impact on the nervous system benefiting both the brain and the body in different ways: it enhances neuroplasticity, boosts dopamine and serotonin, strengthens the motor system, reduces stress and anxiety, improves memory and cognitive function, enhances proprioception and reflexes and delays neurodegenerative diseases.As you can see, the benefits are powerful for our brain, body, heart and soul.I was beyond fascinated when I was presented with this wealth of scientific information.
I could not believe that this activity I have been practising throughout my life was benefiting me in a way I was so oblivious to.