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What is the benefit of dance movement therapy? According to GoodTherapy.com: Dance/movement therapy, usually referred to simply as dance therapy or DMT, is a type of therapy that uses movement to help individuals achieve emotional, cognitive, physical, and social integration. Beneficial for both physical and mental health, dance therapy can be used for stress reduction, disease prevention, and moo...

Artists don't necessarily have predictable schedules. We don't clock in and out like everyone else. In today's episode, Chris Marcos, who played the lead in musicals such as American Idiot and In The Heights, shares his insight on handling a busy schedule as an artist. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

I think self talk is one of the most underrated tools in our personal growth arsenal. A lot what we say affects our physiology ( https://psychcentral.com/blog/words-can-change-your-brain-2/ ) ( https://www.td.org/insights/how-words-affect-our-brains ). In the moment of failure, when you have no one else to cheer you on, that's where YOU need to talk to yourself for a moment. That's where you need...

Even though there's been a lot of great progress, there's still a lot of negative connotation around mental health and therapy. In today's episode, Emeroy and Vicki talk about the stigma of therapy and speculate on it's importance in the future. Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

Artists and creatives of all kind are bout to face haters. Everyone handles them differently. Some people ignore them while others lean in and engage right back. In today's video, Chris shares his insights on how to handle haters as an artist so you can keep doing you. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

Personal care for dancers is probably the last thing many performers think of when they're getting ready for a show. Many performers have the "show must go on" mentality. As commendable it can be to tough it out, it might have a long-term negative impact for your dancing. In today's video, Gil, Kassy, and I talk about the importance of personal care for dancers.

If it's anything I want you to take away from today's podcast: it's that anger is a secondary emotion. It's one of the most powerful lessons I learned when I went to anger management. Beyond the anger is the primary emotion you're actually feeling, it might be fear, sadness, disgust, or something else. Enjoy today's video Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

For today's #GrowFriday, we've got another epic interview from the #MoveGrooveGrow Podcast! Kassy Francis is a nurse turned professional dancer, choreographer, and ambassador for AfroVibe. She's traveled all around the world teaching her choreography or hosting an AfroVibe workout class. She runs a company called Afro Mexicanos, dances with A Tribe Called Sheroes, and is involved with Fusion DP Ac...

There are a lot of instances where our bodies will hold on to certain past experiences. As a dancer or performer, not only is it important to fully utilize our body for our craft, but also to listen to it. Your body is a blabber mouth. It definitely speaks up when you're injured or hurt. But it also speaks to you when you're not hurt, and those messages aren't always as clear as day. Which is why...

EVERYONE'S attention is on social media nowadays. But it's so important to be mindful of what we consume because it can truly affect our state of mind. But you can also use social media as a tool for change. Follow Kassy: http://instagram.com/_kickinitwithkass_ Follow Gil: http://instagram.com/mrguillotine2012

We've got another epic interview for the #MoveGrooveGrow Podcast! Chris "Boogy" Marcos is a professional dancer, singer, and theater performer. He's played the lead roles for musicals such as In The Heights and American Idiot. He is also the co-founder of the ONLY west coast boy band cover group, Double Take.   In this episode, Emeroy and Chris talk about:  +when to take the leap to foll...

In today's episode, Emeroy has his fellow Antics dance company members, Kassy and Gil, to join in for a special round table episode of the Move Groove Grow Podcast. Gil Brace-Wussel is a professional b-boy and graffiti artist that take part in programs that help educate the youth through the power of Hip Hop. Kassy Francis a professional dancer and AfroVibe ambassador, who travels the world teachi...

Growing up, I always found dance as "theraputic." But I never thought it would be an official way of therapy. I've benefitted from the affects of going to therapy and being a dancer. Which is why I was fascinated when I heard about dance/movement therapy.    I really knew nothing about it which is why I invited Vicki Alvarez to talk about:   What is dance/movement therapy.  The...

Too many people focus on what they're not good at and only end up becoming mediocre at it. Instead, find the weaknesses WITHIN your strengths.

Today we interview one of my long time friends and Vision Paradox client, Desmond Beristain!    He is a tech startup CEO & founder, a personal trainer/life coach, a  former professional athlete, and more.  In today's interview we talk  about:    + 3:55 - How what you want is beyond this moment.   + 24:42 - The importance of feedback   + 26:26 - How...

Fuck being efficient. Learn to be effective first. A lot of people are trying to get things done faster. Focus on the things that move the needle forward, THEN go focus on being efficient on THAT.

Today's question came from my YouTube show, EmeroyTV , but I felt compelled to share it. It's long, but here's the essence of it: How Do I Tell My  Wife To Change Her Dance Career?   NO.    There is no justification in telling your wife to change her dance  career because it embarrasses you.  That sounds like a YOU problem.  If she's loving her dance career...

Spend time with the ones you love. They don't come out with a new model every 18 months. To keep it real and God forbid, the might even be gone within that time frame.

Long-form podcast today ladies and gents! What you'll learn today:  10:40 - The different ways of how they're uniting people  11:55 - Alisha's first steps in entrepreneurship, her vision, and starting Unity Era.  12:52 - How risks are a part of the entrepreneurial journey.  16:11 - The early challenges Alisha initially faced.  17:54 - Hustling and building your business as...

I recently had the opportunity to be a part of Heather Hakes "Mine Over  Matter Podcast" where they had the opportunity to talk about:   Learning from your emotional triggers  The power and benefits of waking up early  Important lessons as a parent.  Enjoying the process over achieving the result.   Not being desperate for results. And a TON more. Follow Heather Hakes...

Hiking with my son is metaphorical. i want him to get his hands dirty, i  want him to enjoy the journey, and i want him to know that if he needs  help, I'll be there for him. While  it's my responsibility to teach Jordan everything I can as he's growing  up, he's indirectly teaching me some valuable lessons as well.⠀

EVERYONE SUCKS AT THE BEGINNING. If you want to be great at whatever is you want to pursue you've got to tough it out during the awkward phase of sucking. Some might have more talent than others, but that's no reason to not try. Because I promise you the work you put in compounds and builds up to something.

EMPATHY is NOT SYMPATHY. Sympathy = "Aw poor you." Empathy = "Hey man, I get what you're going through. It sucks." If you want to feel more connected to other people in your life, empathy is key. But it's not gonna be easy. You've got to get over your own ego and judgement to truly put yourself in someone else's shoes. It's listening to understand, not listening to reply.

Getting back into something you're passionate about can be tough if you've been away from it for so long. It can almost feel like you're starting from the beginning. In today's #GrowFriday episode on #EmeroyTV I jam out with some friends about: Returning to dance after 20 years of working corporate Annett, Emani, and Sultan's answers on getting started for beginners. How they all discovered dance...

EVERYONE can be a personal brand now thanks to the internet. But are you using it to genuinely connect with your audience or are you using it for vanity? In today's episode of #MoveGrooveGrow I chat with a fellow social media agency owner, Trenton Samuel. We talk about Social media and your personal brand. The importance of knowing your audience. A KEY element to have before taking anyone as a cli...