Part of the “inner oasis” workshop is approaching the performance of art from a vulnerability framework rather than a skills-based one. 

We intentionally frame the experience of “performing” as a means of connecting with our audience - with no other goal.

To connect deeply, we practice performing in an emotionally vulnerable state of being - in other words, while maintaining a felt sense of connection with ourselves (minds and bodies) throughout the process of sharing. 

We recognize that our felt sense of ‘safety’ (in other words, comfort, connection, and appropriate nervous system arousal) is directly tied to our capacity to express vulnerably.  Knowing this, we practice minding the state of our bodies while sharing (and in the process of preparing to share) so that we can effectively remain connected to ourselves and others throughout the performance.  

Too little vulnerability, or honest self disclosure, cheapens the experience, while being more vulnerable than we are ready for can cause us to disconnect from our bodies, losing trust with ourselves and stunting our capacity for vulnerability and satisfaction in the long-term. 

Being both mind and body based, these skills take time, practice, support and devotion to truly integrate - to know throughout our whole beings. 

inner oasis takes place within a small peer-support group over the course of three months, giving us a container to begin to understand these topics and skills in a deep way.  

Visit hannahrooth.com/inner-oasis to learn more and apply for our next “season” / cohort.