The purpose of meditation is to cultivate mindfulness. And though we all could use some of that in our lives that are filled with information overload and apps that literally use our attention as currency, sitting down and focusing on our breaths while our minds race can be difficult. A few decades ago meditation took the shape of movement and dance with rave culture where you could let your mind ride the sound waves for hours without a single thought. Now the same principle is used in dynamic meditations where mindfulness is achieved through focus on not just breath but your whole body.

Practicing the same, Ecstatic World is an inclusive global conscious community-based platform creating transformational experiences with Ecstatic Dance as 'Dance for Wellness' for all. It was founded by Kannakee Bhuyan from Assam with the makers of Odessa Amsterdam, pioneering conscious clubbing in Amsterdam since 2016. They initiate regular conscious dance chapters, host holistic retreats and mentor talents for the same mainly in Europe and India.

Check out their latest session in Mumbai below.

Their Bombay chapter is a  weekly ritual (every Sunday evening) that's designed to support wellness and for people to connect more deeply with themselves, while also being a part of a community. The duration of their sessions at Ecstatic Dance Mumbai are of two hours, inclusive of an opening circle and a warm-up led by the ceremony leader, an ecstatic dance set by the musical guide (dj/artist/musician), a sound bath of 15 mins and a closing and sharing circle that brings an end to the session. Each session is supported by a team of space holders and water and tea are provided for all of the sessions.

Ecstatic Dance Mumbai is a creative space for everyone to explore and dive deep into their being and bodies, find bliss in moments of freedom and joy through movement, stillness, authentic expression and connection in a safe, judgement-free space. It's a mixture of movement meditation, dance therapy or a fun workout with excellently curated multi genre music, creative self-expression and conscious community.

Follow Ecstatic Dance Mumbai here.

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