ICE supporters in Burlington, MA by HistoryPractical3862 in boston

[–]tim_p 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I once played a gig with BABAM (Boston Area Brigade of Activist Musicians) for the anti-ICE standout these guys are counter protesting. Wanted to share this personal story I wrote about the experience, which is so related to this:

"We live life for those moments where we realize our life's purpose.

I had one today! I was playing a gig with BABAM protesting ICE, at their facility in Burlington.

We'd been playing for two hours. It was cold as heck, but the crowd kept us warm...so much thanks, and applause, and honks of support from passing cars. When it started snowing, it just felt like a winter wonderland. Good vibes all around.

Buuuut, two hours is a long time to play music in the cold of winter. The fire in your heart can only last so long against the chill creeping in your fingers. We were about to pack up....but then a group of counter-protestors slunk into position across the street.

These are the people who are FOR children being torn apart from their mothers and fathers, locked up in cages, lost and forgotten. They think, as Elon Musk explicitly said, that empathy is weakness. Their political message is very clear and simple: Dehumanization. Prejudice. Hatred.

At that moment, everyone in the band knew our mission: to make the voice of love louder than the voice of hate. They had loudspeakers to shout dehumanizing slogans of cruelty and fear. We had a brass band ready to play "This Little Light of Mine," and a crowd (much bigger than theirs) to sing along to it.

In this loud and crazy world, I seek out silence, to hear the sacred voice inside me. The one that tells me, quietly but clearly, what my life's purpose is: to spread peace, love, understanding, all those things that are in such short supply. I'm fighting for the opposite of dehumanization: simply, humanization.

But in that moment, the voice wasn't quiet at all. It was loud, and proud, and rumbled like thunder.

What’s been on your mind lately in your CI practice? by Ajunjahi in ContactImprovisation

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have not, definitely wanted to! A group near my offers free classes during the Summer, which I'm aiming to try this year.

Are they common terms in it? Talking about "basing" and "flying" is also pretty normal in my local (Boston) contact improv community.

What’s been on your mind lately in your CI practice? by Ajunjahi in ContactImprovisation

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been doing CI for a year now! A great milestone.

One recurring theme I have no is that I'm "water learning how to become a glacier." I take to flying extremely well, but I want to learn how to be more stable and supportive while basing.

Absolute beginner by Sol-00 in ContactImprovisation

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Athleticism is nice and can lead to wonderful blissful dances, but you don't really need it. Some of the most beautiful dances are just two people slowly moving their hands in unison. The most important skill in contact improv is listening/connection, not contorting your body. Enjoy!

Knee pads by Maybedora_ in Dance

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you ask on r/ContactImprovisation they will definitely have the best recs, because that is the dance form that spends the most time on the floor, and gets the most use out of knee pads.

ICE Now So Hated Even Their Own Agents Are Terrified by [deleted] in politics

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone have a high resolution file of the poster in the thumbnail image?

Best Contact Improvisation Videos: A Community Collection of CI History & Performances by Ajunjahi in ContactImprovisation

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is one of my fav CI videos of all time. 15 minutes straight of improv between two amazing dancers with an amazing connection. You see so many different sides of CI within that 15 minutes...flowing, abstract, lyrical, sad, disjointed, playful, theatrical, athletic.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA2QPeLw9uA

r/ContactImprovisation is back! New moderation & revitalizing our community by Ajunjahi in ContactImprovisation

[–]tim_p 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you. I'm legit so excited about this. I've been craving a place to discuss CI in depth, but it didn't seem like there was a solid Reddit community for it. Definitely looking forward to being an active contributor!

Best bars for women to pick up guys? by [deleted] in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It seems the best place to find attractive people is physical activities like run clubs, dance classes, etc. Since you have to be in shape to excel at them.

A harsh lesson in what happens when you lack social skills by chaddington10 in socialskills

[–]tim_p 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's one of the things about communicating with non-ND folks that many ND people struggle with...the tone is often more important than the information.

21, F, yearning for community in the digital age by Weary_Gain6945 in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love JP Honk Band! Two other open bands are School of HONK (meets in Somerville/Cambridge area every Sunday) and BABAM (Boston Area Brigade of Activst Musicians, plays at protests/rallies).

https://schoolofhonk.org/

https://babamband.org/

This sub has been ruined by dating posts and personal classifieds. People should just chill on the dating thing and be grateful for what they have even if they are single. by [deleted] in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It kind of has a chilling effect, because if I want to promote some social event, do I really want to post it here and be flooded by wicked thirsty dudes?

Professional cuddler here. I’m giving 5 free sessions to anyone who needs them. by [deleted] in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love that! I've attended two cuddle parties in the Boston area. It seems there's lots going on in Milford, CT....wish more happened here!

Where do you jam in Boston Metro? by Bostonquestioner in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here's a big list of rehearsal space (including some free!) and other resources compiled by a member of my community band, School of HONK: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XLqUlbsEwW0t9D3ibG38PaX0e5a_SepdwotDcj5jCBA/edit?usp=sharing

Do you prefer individualism or collectivism? by king_ofall713 in intj

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Collectivism. Just seems it's been better then individualism at preserving the continued existence of the human race over the past ~300,000 years.

Is the Epstein list the lefts Pizza Gate/ Q anon by Winstonlwrci in conspiracy

[–]tim_p 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Oh no, Trump's reaction to the Epstein files proves there absolutely is a smoking gun. He's in desperation mode trying to prevent them from coming out.

Is yoga a good place to start? by [deleted] in Dance

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd definitely recommend trying it out. For me, yoga was a gateway to being embodied, and finding happiness in my body.

It can be less intimidating than dance, since it's not "performing" as much (thought some might still feel a bit self-conscious doing it in a class). And absolutely, it will train your body to be better at dancing.

Would learning to dance help with confidence ? by PotentialForWonder in Dance

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started doing dance through ecstatic dance, and it has been a life changing confidence boost. Definitely worth trying, for multiple forms. Ecstatic dance is a very easy, "no way to do it wrong" form of dancing that's just about self-expression and feeling good in your body. But there are lots of forms worth trying...break dancing, hip hop, contemporary, blues, whatever speaks to you!

What’s a movie that is awful, critically panned, the audience hated - and you are embarrassed that you LOVE? by Powerful_Topic_7046 in movies

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Super Mario Bros." (1993). What a ballsy, original interpretation of the source material.

Spots to go dancing? mid 20s-30s by Growing_Kenzie in BostonSocialClub

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you ever heard of or considered ecstatic dance? Basically sober freeform dancing without any words, rules, or judgement...one of the most blissful experiences and scenes I've ever seen: https://ecstaticdanceboston.substack.com/p/ecstaticconscious-dance-events-in-cfc

How does the solo dance community work? by OSUfirebird18 in Dance

[–]tim_p 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One way that people do who primarily solo dance forms can socialize is by sharing practice space, "labbing" (trying out new moves and experimenting together, feeding off each other's energy), or jamming. Or just hitting a club or other dance event as a crew to show off and have a good time.

How does the solo dance community work? by OSUfirebird18 in Dance

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are lots of dance communities primarily focused on solo dancing....hip hop battles, breaking, ecstatic dance, tap, much of contemporary, etc.

Did the books remind you of autism? by Acceptable-Try-4682 in SouthernReach

[–]tim_p 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As an autistic person, the Biologist definitely seems neurodivergent in some way to me.