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Billions Quote by Eve Ensler

“Dancing insists we take up space, and though it has no set direction, we go there together. Dance is dangerous, joyous, sexual, holy, disruptive, and contagious and it breaks the rules. It can happen anywhere, at anytime, with anyone and everyone, and it's free. Dance joins us and pushes us to go…” quote by Eve Ensler
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“Dancing insists we take up space, and though it has no set direction, we go there together. Dance is dangerous, joyous, sexual, holy, disruptive, and contagious and it breaks the rules. It can happen anywhere, at anytime, with anyone and everyone, and it's free. Dance joins us and pushes us to go further and that is why it's at the center of ONE BILLION RISING.”

Eve Ensler

About This Quote

Source Speech: ONE BILLION RISING, 2016

Dance is a free, expressive act that breaks norms, creates connection, and empowers participants across contexts.

In simple terms: Dance is free, expressive, and empowering.

Key Takeaway

Embrace dance’s liberating power.

Themes

expression connection freedom disruption

Mood

joyful provocative

Type

manifesto inspirational

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • personal healing
  • public spaces
  • spontaneous moments

Key Concepts

embodiment social cohesion creative movement

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent people from dancing openly?
  • How can we make dance inclusive?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone feels safe or welcome dancing.

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