"Synchronicities Since Six"

"Synchronicities Since Six"

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor,

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium 

December 23, 2022

 

So, this happened today, Russell Talbert showed up & out at LA Fitness during Endya's Zumba class!  We have known each other since we were six years old at Corpus Christi Catholic Grade School!  I was elated and over-the-top with Joy when he, not only, joined us in class, but improvised a fantastic Latin-inspired Salsa, Merengue and Tango Lead for me to course through with abject glee!!! As I swirled in linear and circular patterns, my Spirit was imbued with friendship, compassion and amazement!!!

I had to tamp down my excitement, because I needed to intuit and avoid overriding the transitional steps, turns & rhythmic prompts. Engaging and dancing with Russell was an excursion in grace and choreographic unfolding!!! She Goes, He Goes, She Goes is a smooth variation of social partner in Salsa and Swing dancing.  I was so comfortable and familiar in the movements; peaceful thoughts flooded my mind.

Dancing in circuitous patterns promote fanciful neurological responses!  One can expect an endorphin release, stimulated Reticular Activating System and a bonus from the Parasympathetic Nervous System (calming and relaxation).  And this is why I LOVE to DANCE!!!

Find opportunities to Move your Body to Music and Enjoy the Merriment Daily!

"The Symbolism of 'The Crossover' in My Life"

"The Symbolism of 'The Crossover' in My Life" 

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor,

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium 

December 18, 2022

In my life, occupations & roles, I embrace symbolism, signs and synchronicities.  So, I resumed roller skating in the past few months.  The challenges that I faced were ill-fitting skates and balance issues which adversely affected my previous skillset for skating.  Yikes, what a mess! 

I taught myself how to skate at eleven years old through observation, imitation and practice.  The 60's offered many opportunities, skating lessons were not one of them.  Haha! Needless to say, the evolution of time now affords me the opportunity to take lessons.  So, off I went to @OCPrays (Olympia) at the local Park District Fieldhouse. For weeks, she encouraged others and me to embark on a safe Skate Journey to House and Afrobeat music!  

Yesterday, I laced up my new Combat Boot Skates with fiberglass frames and Riva
Wheels, took several deep breaths and shapeshifted into my younger courageous self and lifted my right foot over my left!  I crossed over and sustained my balance, as I coursed around the implied oval on the fieldhouse floor for several rotations.

The Shamanic-Energetic implication of Crossing Over from right (intellectual processing/doing/analytical/male/yang) to left (emotional processing/feeling/intuition/female/yin) indicates the balance between the two sides. Stretching the symbolism further suggests the death of my fear, thereby embracing a new experience.  The Crossover in Balboa Dance allows the two dancers to oppose each other within the frame of the dance.  This styling is done in a smooth fashion and can promote a playful exchange between the couple.  The consideration of a playful energetic exchange tamped down my serious consternation and guarded posturing as I approached the turn.

Whatever the intention, I did it.  Cannot wait until next week!!!

"Just You, Just Me"

"Just You, Just Me"

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor,

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium 

August 27, 2022

So, I had an intuitive nudge to cover this song, "Just You, Just Me," three times in my Hoop Dance event.  In Shamanism, the third repetition Empowers the Insight of a spoken Intention. I felt a need to address my 4th Chakra, Heart Chakra.  It is in the Center of the seven Chakras---3 above and 3 below.  This is the area where the Physical and the Spiritual meet. Green is the color of this Chakra.

I knew that I was being guided to address past hurts, griefwork and forgiveness.  I appropriately donned various green garments with hats (mine, Larry Davis & the late Jean Woodson, Milliners--left to right); green Hoop (Canyon Hoops; re-taped by me); jazz shoes/boots; Amazon & Hands 2 Hearts tops and green Earlusions (Akosua Bandele, Artisan).  I selected the Path in the Park for my early morning Sojourn.  It proved to be a safe and quiet choice for this Spiritual Exploration.  

There is a clear indication that it is time (way past time) to let go of old hurts and disappointments.  Books on Enlightenment, Mindfulness and Awareness address the Truths of Letting Go of Negativity and Receiving Affirming Experiences.

I chose three different artists, Katharine Whalen, Diana Krall and Nat King Cole.  Each musician put their own Musicality and Spin on it.  Ms. Whalen had a Swing rhythm; Ms. Krall had an upbeat tempo and Mr. Cole Swings it, as well, but with a different Vibe.  None-the-less, I Felt the Vibes and Intuitively Created the Groove and Dance Stylings to Fuse with them.  All three made me very HaAapPy!!! 

My distinct and unique Voice in Hoop-Dance Stylings led me to quick polyrhythms, syncopation, up tempo beats and vocals.  I chose to confer, as a mime, dancer and vocalist, with the lyricist and singer of my song selections.  Sometimes, I bantered, berated or flirted with the unseen person(s).  I allowed the words and music to guide me in my improvisational choreography.  Even in this, I surprised myself.

Certainly, this Music/Hoop/Dance Synergy and Communication will evolve and reveal the teachings of the shared Energy, Intention and Shamanic Gifting.  

In Stillness, I await...

"HOLISTIC HOOP is at The Party!"

 "HOLISTIC HOOP is at The Party!"

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

5.25.2022 

HOLISTIC HOOP is a by-product of my Intuition...

At the onset of my business, I had to renew my Hooping skills.  Repetitions, while watching television, practicing music and as a meditation were done on a daily basis until I achieved a 20-minute Hoop Flow without dropping the Hoop! 

Shortly after, I was asked to teach my version of Weighted Hooping at a school for the adult staff. For many years, I taught in different dance studios, LA Fitness, Lakefront & school yards.  I explored various music and dance genres to Energetically Collaborate with the Hoop's rotation.  The swing rhythm of Swing dance, Lindy, Balboa and slow grooves of Blues dancing augmented my choreography in the Hoop's movement.  I was inspired to walk, hop, skip, jog and tap dance.  I Hoop with props & on unusual surfaces e.g., performance fans, dance flags, drumsticks, Bosu Ball, ladders, piano bench and bed-Hooping.

During the shelter-in-place phase of Covid-19, I created Hoop-Dance videos with miming and singing to various songs.  I staged the vids in my living room with amplified music, costuming & lighting.  I enjoyed myself immensely!

On another side of town, Crystal found my vids and me.  Per her report, she was exhilarated and watched my social media platforms.  In addition, Crystal honed her Hooping skills while observing my Hoop/Dance Stylings.  [Later, I discovered that we graduated from the same all girls Catholic High School--Aquinas Dominican].

Crystal found her way to one of my Pop-Up Hooping classes.  Her engagement and excitement were palpable.  Her presence Jazzed up the class!

Moving forward, Crystal hired me for her 61st Golden Birthday this past weekend! I entertained & Hooped to a room filled with other Hoopers and the 40+ Double Dutch Club.  Crystal, even, jumped 3 times while Hooping and Double Dutch Jumping!!!  Turn Up, Crystal!!!

I was so amazed & bathed in the Spirit of camaraderie, kindness, community, joy and cooperation!!!  One Hooper exclaimed, "You're the Bomb!  This is better than the Pole!!!"

Well, alrighty!!!

"What is Your Realization?"

"HOLISTIC HOOP: What is Your Realization"

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

5.24.2022

 

I am an evolving integration of a Medicine Woman, Healing Touch Certified Practitioner, Psychic/Intuitive/Medium, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Spiritual Eclectic Performer, Hat-Maker, Vocalist and Dancer--for now! And I realize the importance of music, movement, sensory processing, willingness, awareness, attunement, connection and expectation all lead to my Path of Empowerment!

This week, I experienced a huge and unexpected energetic shift from a collision of personalities, intention and communication styles.  I was thrown by the experience, esp. since it involved the innocence of my hula hoop!!!

I grieved the normalcy of my expectation for compassion and graceful ease in my life...I prolonged my anger and rage at the source of my dis-ease.  [Hmn...my pattern of processing?!?]  I sought out help from women and men whom I hold in my heart and LISTENED.

Later, that morning (not mourning) with its symbolism of awakening, I danced for two hours at a Zumbathon for cancer Survivors!!!  In those moments of endorphin and encephalin release, I settled into the new energy of excitement and joy.  In my head and heart, I heard:

I could have danced all night.  I could have danced all night.  And still have begged for more.  I could have spread my wings and done a thousand things, I've never done before.

I realize that I am a fusion of all of my life experiences.  And when I pay attention, I, too, AM a survivor!!!

What is your "I AM..." and your "Realization?"

HOLISTIC HOOP: Dreamscape

HOLISTIC HOOP: Dreamscape

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

5.24.2022 

"Dreamscape"

My Eyes popped open from last night's sleep.

I startled to the terminal vision of a Solitary yellow flower

Standing upright, in full bloom,

In the center of an empty can.

I, now, recall the sudden sound of a metallic clang--of this empty vessel.

My Awakening and singular thought was of my sister.

So long, it's been since we filled this empty vessel.

This can, sans water, speaks its symbology to me: 

Cylinder, can, vessel--a receptacle to be filled. 

An icon for Communication from the Past.

The 5th Chakra, the Throat Chakra is responsible 

For Communication, Self-expression and the ability to Speak your Personal Truth.

What has been left unsaid?

What needs to be said?

If Spoken Aloud, what will be Heard?

I allowed my eyes to close and held these thoughts in my Heart.

Will It be Said?

Water, one of the 4 Elements, indicating 

"Wisdom, Power, Grace, Music...Life, of Purification and Hope."

Certainly, I recognize the Wisdom of my Somnambulistic Capture.

The Deep leanings and urgings of my sleep rest within me.

A Flower and its sentiment of giving and receiving from another.

The symbolism of Reciprocity evokes the need for Exchange and Allowance.

Yellow, the color of the 3rd Chakra, the Solar Plexus is, "directly linked to your Sense of Self,

 Empowerment, Personal Power, Warrior Energy and the Power of Transformation."

And the metallic clang jarring my Silence to a State of Awakening--

Subito, immediately, I am filled with the Wisdom of this dream...

Will the Wisdom Empower and Speak My Truth? 

HOLISTIC HOOP’S One Take Shorties

 HOLISTIC HOOP’S

One Take Shorties

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

4.30.2022

On April 1st, I posted:

Today, I received an insight for the month of April 2022. I intend to create daily videos in which I Hoop in tiny spaces. My metaphor of Hoop-In-Place/Shelter-In-Place (HIP & SIP) began in March 2020, because of the Covid-19 restrictions.  The social isolation prompted me to create mini-Wellness videos for the viewers' Entertainment, Education & Healing. The evolution of the idea will demonstrate the creativity and capabilities of my Hoop Stylings, despite the constraints of space allowance.  The vertical, linear presentation of my Self dancing upon the surfaces reminds me of cursive writing. My message of Musicality and Movement is etched with curves, shapes and connections in the scene.

Throughout the thirty days, I will stage my One Take Shorties on small platforms with different costuming, rhythms, music and themes. All the while, I will focus on balance responses and equilibrium reactions---to avoid falling off my center. Here goes…

Now, it's May 1st and I am HaAapPpY to report that I have completed the thirty-day task!!! Each morning, I have donned my costume, selected my weighted Hoop, positioned my small platform and cued up my music.  I began to film the shortie and allowed the improvisation to unfold in response to the urgings of the rhythm, lyrics, phrasing or song's theme.

The highlights of the monthly Song & Dance Acts include:

• Anticipation: Joy was expected and experienced.  [My endorphins appreciated me!]
• Intuitive Creativity: Sitting in silence to envision production of the next concept video.
• Organization: Sense of accomplishment was created through the daily structure.
• Planning: Performance anxiety was lessened because of my foresight and prescient projection.
• Morning Performance, Editing & Posting: To ensure the daily execution and avoid procrastination. 
• Gig vs. Obligation: Words have Power & Purpose to attune Physical, Emotional, Mental & Spiritual Health.
• Uniformity: Provides Expectation and Recognition of Brand Elements.
• Costuming: Fun with Intention, Color, Texture & Assemblage.
• Hashtags: To Honor other Artists & Artisans.
• Music: The importance of the message, phrasing, vocals, rhythm, etc. The choice of female/male vocalists, group singers & instrumentalists to evoke emotion.  My posting of this disclaimer--I do not own the rights to this music.  I chose the song to enhance the Educational, Therapeutic, Entertainment, Fitness, Wellness and Spiritual benefits for the viewing audience."
• Change of Footwork: Size of platform, space or prop effected the amount of space for choreography, directionality & safety awareness.  [Display of increased vocalizations due to enhanced insecurity, discomfort, lack of stability e.g. Bosu Ball, ladder & wooden chair].  The smaller size adversely effected the Parasympathetic Nervous System.
• Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology Propels You (N.A.P.P.Y.): Movement pairs with the Nervous System to positively affect our well-being, mood and physical performance.
• Wellness: Thought-provoking re: capabilities & benefits of Weighted Dance Hooping.
• Blogspot: This scribe's intention & wellness considerations for the One Take Shorties.

Focusing on the Fundamentals of Fun & Function during Covid...😄

HOLISTIC HOOP'S One Take Shorties

HOLISTIC HOOP’S

One Take Shorties

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

4.23.2022

 

Da Capo a Pied…De la tete aux pieds i.e. from Head to Toe:

The Narrow Base of Support (NBOS), prompted by the small size of the various platforms, atypically impacts the Hoop’s rotation and subsequent footwork.  Weighted Hooping is a full Body and Brain workout.  The music’s beats per minute (BPM), phrasing, space allowance and Hoop weight/size influence my improvisation.  Quickly, I transition from one step to another, as influenced by the lyrics and instrumentation.  I regulate my nervous system’s response to the motor demand with breathing, visualization and exaggerated miming.

Weighted Hooping is multi-faceted and so am I.

 

HOLISTIC HOOP'S One Take Shorties

 

HOLISTIC HOOP’S

One Take Shorties

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner/Shamanic Healer

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

4.16.2022

This week’s music selections evoked memories of my childhood with the images of my stepfather’s love of instrumental Jazz and my mother’s association with Jazz greats--- Nat King Cole, Joe Williams, Johnny Hartman, Dinah Washington and Count Basie at the Club Delisa.  My personal performance journey was tweaked with musical, dance and vocal aspirations.  So, to this day, I Perk Up, Smile, Laugh, Squeal and Dance to the various rhythms of 1940’s Jazz.  Such Joy is possible with Music and Movement!!!

Get up, Get out and Listen, Sing, Dance to Music---on a Daily basis!!!

HOLISTIC HOOP'S One Take Shorties

HOLISTIC HOOP'S

One Take Shorties

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner/Shamanic Healer

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

4.9.2022

Clinical Observations of Week One's Holistic Hoop Core-eography:

My Core Activation is fortified by Weighted Hooping with adduction of my legs and subsequent engagement of obliques, quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, gluteal and pelvic floor muscles.  Hooping with the different props, including elements of cushioning (proprioception i.e. weight-bearing, tactile, vestibular i.e. movement and kinesthesia i.e. sensing coordination), stability (wood), height (12" wooden stool), narrow base of support (space between treadmills), graded control (small rotary movements with focus on musicality, speed, accuracy, timing and instability (gliding discs, kidney-shaped lapboard and gluteal band) enhances the Athleticism, Improvisation and Comedic Experience of Hoop Dancing.

I am Here for it!!!

HOLISTIC HOOP'S One Take Shorties

            

HOLISTIC HOOP'S 

One Take Shorties

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman/Medicine Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner/Shamanic Healer

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

4.1.2022

Today, I received an insight for the month of April 2022. I intend to create daily videos in which I Hoop in tiny spaces. My metaphor of Hoop-In-Place/Shelter-In-Place (HIP & SIP) began in March 2020, because of the Covid-19 restrictions.  The social isolation prompted me to create mini-Wellness videos for the viewers' Entertainment, Education & Healing. The evolution of the idea will demonstrate the creativity and capabilities of my Hoop Stylings, despite the constraints of space allowance.  The vertical, linear presentation of my Self dancing upon the surfaces reminds me of cursive writing. My message of Musicality and Movement is etched with curves, shapes and connections in the scene.

Throughout the thirty days, I will stage my One Take Shorties on small platforms with different costuming, rhythms, music and themes. All the while, I will focus on balance responses and equilibrium reactions---to avoid falling off my center. Here goes…

HOLISTIC HOOP: My Impressions & Insights---For Now

 

HOLISTIC HOOP: My Impressions & Insights---For Now

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

2.1.2022

My Voice, Brand Signature and Dance Stylings coexist in Holistic Hoop.  My intention is to highlight the influence and integration of dance techniques, musicality and the rhythmic awareness from the 1920’s to present day in my weighted Hoop classes and video performances.

The modernity of dance and Hoop practice encompasses my years of dance and vocal studies.  Hearing and weaving the music into the patterns of body movements, esp. hips, arms and feet in tandem, enhances the complexity of a simple circular object---the weighted Hoop.  Sustaining the anti-gravity on-waist and hip level rotations require coactivation of core and subtle whole body moves.  Fusing speed, paucity and tempo create the illusory difficulty of my Hooping skills.

In addition, my usage of props and their various elements of weight, texture & sound i.e. large scarves, performance fans, drumsticks, leather soled shoes, piano bench and Bosu Ball, augment the synchrony of breath and bodywork.

The more that I teach and innovate in my weekly/pop-up classes and solo performances, the more that I am inspired to fuse my various Hoop/Dancing skills into a cohesive visual art form.

Holistic Hoop is my niche.

The Fusion of Fabric, Color and 1st-7th Chakra

 

The Fusion of Fabric, Color and 1^st-7th Chakra

Denise E Williams/Subtle Woman

             Medicine Woman in the Cherokee Tradition

Occupational Therapist/Wellness Counselor

Healing Touch Certified Practitioner &

Psychic/Intuitive Empath & Medium

1.10.2022

I witnessed the unfolding of my intention and content development at the completion of this video & blog project.  I planned and organized the project through the seven chakras and their related colors i.e., red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet i.e. (ROYGBIV).  The symbolism of Healing via colors, props, settings, lyrics, musical genres, etc. is implied in the video production.  Each blogspot details my intention and outcome.

Creating content for future blogs will focus on Dance, Music, Singing and elements or Healing, Spirituality, Intuition, Mystery, Therapy, Wellness and Shamanism. 

My career as an Occupational Therapist, coupled with critical thinking, clinical observational skills and the assessment process of a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner, Wellness Counselor, Certified Intuitive and Shamanic Medicine Woman affords me a unique viewpoint and impressions when I observe behavior, events and relationships.  My objective determinations of my own dance stylings, gesticulations, rhythmic patterns and facial expressions are particularly amusing and enlightening to me.  My neuroscience, psychology and sociology backgrounds contribute to my analytical, clinical and comical processes.

Please, with me, look forward to this Journey into imagery, metaphor, musicality and Healing through Hooping.