Since ancient times, people have been dancing, but the
appetite for it has grown in recent years - especially among older men and
women.
We can feel the power of the movement and the groove while
doing this, but what exactly makes us so happy about dancing is due to several
factors
We have all seen babies dance to a feel-good song with joy.
But have you ever speculated how the baby knows how to dance? Little people
cannot speak. Their parents never explained the art of dance to them - and yet
this small, non-communicating toddler somehow knows what to do because dancing
is a hidden, natural instinct that helps us express and communicate emotions.
But dancing makes us happy in even more ways:
1. Dancing works wonders on our mental health
Dance is both therapeutic and natural. From tapping toes to
shaking our heads, we all do it without even realizing it. When we dance, our
body releases endorphins for pain relief. These endorphins are the best drug
for depression, anxiety, and stress. Learning a new routine makes you think: A
member of a "Dance for Parkinson" group told The Guardian: "I
was mentally in a black place when I came here, but the dance keeps me going
Life."
2. Dancing encourages social interaction
According to Brigham Young University's education,
loneliness kills more people than obesity. Other recent social isolation
studies have shown the enormous effects loneliness can have on our well-being.
So much so that rules worldwide are fighting to ensure that we all lookout for
signs of isolation, especially among the elderly. The social measurement of
dance is almost as important as physical activity. Dance instructions are one
of the best ways to get involved in the community and meet others, which can
work wonders for your spiritual wellbeing.
3. Dancing makes us relax wonderfully
It's not just about the dynamic movements to high-energy
beats. The dance can also be gentle and relaxing, as if you're swinging gently
like a tree in the wind instead of spinning like a New York breakdancer. For
people who lack mobility, gentle movements in a wheelchair can promote mental
and physical wellbeing. There are so many forms that one can use.
4. Dancing promotes self-esteem
Sometimes we need a little encouragement to go out and
exercise or socialize. Mixing the two can be scary. Do not let negative inner
voices withhold the joy of dance from you: enjoy it and allow the glory. Once
you have overcome the first few minutes of inhibitions, you will not only laugh
off your extra pounds but burn them off in the most natural way. Don't worry
about screwing up the movements - even Soviet ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev made
mistakes, and he's a Swan Lake superstar.
5. Dancing stimulates our creativity
Dance is a form of expression. For centuries, men and women
from tribes and communities have used the art of dance to symbolize thoughts
and ideas. This creativity can help us express our feelings, and this
self-expression can have a remarkable effect on our general well-being.
