The impact of breathing, perceptivity, imagination and creativity on oneness of mind and body in dance performance

Yayun, Jjiang and Nur Qasdina Jeeta, Abdullah and Nordiana, Ahmad Nordin (2024) The impact of breathing, perceptivity, imagination and creativity on oneness of mind and body in dance performance. Environment and Social Psychology, 9 (10). pp. 1-11. ISSN 2424-8975

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Abstract

Interest in the immersive expression of dancers in contemporary performances is growing, often relying on body knowledge and awareness. However, a noticeable gap exists in empirical research aimed at enhancing body awareness within the modern dance education system. The aim of this study is to investigate on the oneness of mind and body the influences of breathing, perceptivity, imagination, and creativity. Employing a quantitative research methodology, this study administered a questionnaire to 47 dance students at Hunan Women's University in Hunan Province, China. Regression studies carried out reveal a comparable positive and substantial association between creativity and the harmonization of mind and body as well as a positive and significant link between breathing and oneness of mind and body. Interestingly, the relationship between perceptivity, imagination, and the oneness of mind and body did not exhibit statistical significance. We posit that the lack of a significant relationship may be influenced by variables extending beyond the scope of dance, suggesting the need for deeper investigation in the future. These findings not only contribute to our knowledge of dance but also have practical implications for dancers, educators, and researchers in the field.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: breathing; perceptivity; imagination; creativity; oneness of mind and body; dance perform
Subjects: N Fine Arts > NX Arts in general
Divisions: Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts
Faculties, Institutes, Centres > Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts
Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts
Depositing User: Abdullah @ Jeeta Sitarih
Date Deposited: 02 Jan 2025 02:48
Last Modified: 02 Jan 2025 02:48
URI: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/47198

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