Common Quote by Jamake Highwater
“At the root of all the varied manifestations of dancing, lies the common impulse to resort to movement to externalize emotional states which we cannot extemalize by rational means.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Roots of Dance” (1975)
Identifies movement as a means to express emotions beyond rational language.
In simple terms: Dance externalizes hidden feelings.
Key Takeaway
Use movement to process emotions.
Themes
art
emotion
expression
Mood
empathetic
inspirational
Type
creative
therapeutic
When to use this quote
- dance therapy
- performing arts
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
psychology
embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can non‑dancers express emotions?
- What other mediums serve this purpose?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone dances.
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