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Here are links to some of our favorite articles sharing the benefits of the type of activities we are involved in:  We’ll be adding to this often, so check back.

 

  1. At Integrate Boise, you will hear the term “somatics” frequently:  Here is what Psychology Today has to say about somatics: A term we use often to describe the work we do at Integrate Boise. 
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-elusive-brain/201904/what-is-somatics?collection=1132927

  1. Why should you consider dancing?  Check out this article from Time Magazine:
    https://time.com/4828793/dancing-dance-aerobic-exercise/

  1. There’s proof:  Dancing makes people happy.  Check out the following article that explores this topic.
    https://psychology-spot.com/dancing-makes-me-happy/

  1. Here is a truly deep dive into why dancers concern themselves with somatic practices:
    https://www.iadms.org/page/248

  1. Enjoy this inspiring video of how a group of rabbis incorporate movement and dance into their spiritual practices. 
    https://www.bbc.com/reel/playlist/artistic-self?vpid=p07mklpg/

  1. Interested in learning more about Nia and the benefits of dance?  Take a gander.