Our stories of transformation have the power to change the world, if only we have the courage to share them. This Talk explores hoop dancing as a part of a healing process and how one woman's journey has brought her to India to help survivors of sexual violence share their stories through dance. Dance releases happy hormones through exercise, relieves stress, and brings joy and this type of storytelling dance encourages imaginative thinking, builds support for survivors, develops confidence, and fosters leadership skills, teamwork and conflict resolution through group choreography. Hoop is a special tool to introduce movement in a sacred and safe circle, restoring a sense of childhood that was lost if only we have the courage to surrender to the healing process.

 

Carissa's passion is to give a voice to women oppressed by violence and bring smiles and laughter into dark places. She hopes her life serves as an example that anything is possible through simple people, simple tools and an extra dose of faith and boldness. She is the Founder of an international dance NGO called Hoola for Happiness, which has taken her all over the world spreading joy through hoops.


This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at [ Ссылка ]

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