I've recently started looking into the science of dance. I'm fascinated at the ability some have to move their bodies in a manner that appears beautiful to the outside observer. I'm equally fascinated by the complete lack of natural ability some individuals exhibit in producing movements that are aesthetically pleasing.

If anyone knows of any good studies, journals, articles etc on the topic please let me know. (preferably things addressing the idea from a biological or neuroscience perspective however I'll read anything worthwhile on the subject)

This has been brought about by my curiosity in the natural behavior of humans and the propensity to dance as a form of celebration. Due to various circumstances my exposure to these situations has been admittedly limited, and during my brief experiences in this world I was decidedly not in the right mindset to make accurate observations.

As I look forward to being separated from the values and watchful eye of my family in the near future I've been more open to idea of celebration. (i feel I should explain that since my recent "deconversion" I see the world in a more joyful way allowing for true "celebration" of things. Unfortunately I notice that when I am truly enjoying my movement as a form of joyous expression I look... awkward.

Some people express their emotions in beautiful movements of their bodies, others flail about like a suffocating squid. Both individuals feel the same about their movements, what separates the two?

If you have insights leave a comment... this should be a fun research project.

(sorry if this post is a strange read... I in science mode and i'm kind of high so... yeah)

I've recently started looking into the science of dance. I'm fascinated at the ability some have to move their bodies in a manner that appears beautiful to the outside observer. I'm equally fascinated by the complete lack of natural ability some individuals exhibit in producing movements that are aesthetically pleasing.

If anyone knows of any good studies, journals, articles etc on the topic please let me know. (preferably things addressing the idea from a biological or neuroscience perspective however I'll read anything worthwhile on the subject)

This has been brought about by my curiosity in the natural behavior of humans and the propensity to dance as a form of celebration. Due to various circumstances my exposure to these situations has been admittedly limited, and during my brief experiences in this world I was decidedly not in the right mindset to make accurate observations.

As I look forward to being separated from the values and watchful eye of my family in the near future I've been more open to idea of celebration. (i feel I should explain that since my recent "deconversion" I see the world in a more joyful way allowing for true "celebration" of things. Unfortunately I notice that when I am truly enjoying my movement as a form of joyous expression I look... awkward.

Some people express their emotions in beautiful movements of their bodies, others flail about like a suffocating squid. Both individuals feel the same about their movements, what separates the two?

If you have insights leave a comment... this should be a fun research project.

(sorry if this post is a strange read... I in science mode and i'm kind of high so... yeah)