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Book Description
When a promising dance career comes to an abrupt halt through injury, sometimes the most profound journeys begin. Dunya Dianne McPherson's spiritual memoir traces her remarkable transformation from the competitive world of professional dance to the sacred practice of movement as prayer.
McPherson's story begins in 1972, when her dedication to dance carried her from a quiet New England coastal town to the prestigious halls of Juilliard, immersing her in New York City's dynamic artistic landscape. After building a successful performing career, a serious injury forced her to step away from the stage and reassess her relationship with movement entirely.
This pivotal moment led her to an unexpected sanctuary: a secluded monastic community high in the mountains, guided by an inspiring Iraqi Sufi Master. Within this contemplative environment, McPherson discovered that dance could transcend entertainment and technique, becoming a gateway to inner exploration and spiritual connection. Through her experiences, she developed what she calls Dancemeditation, a practice that weaves together physical expression with meditative awareness.
Part personal narrative and part practical guide, this intimate account reveals how embodied spiritual practice can emerge from life's unexpected detours. McPherson demonstrates how movement can become a bridge between the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of human experience, offering readers insight into dance as a form of moving meditation and prayer.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Meditation & Mindfulness
📄 Length: 233 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Dance
- ✓ Explore Sufi mystical teachings
- ✓ Understand the nature of mind
- ✓ Learn practical meditation techniques
- ✓ Explore Women dancers
- ✓ Explore Religious life
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Dance
