InterPlay / Body Wisdom Inc.

Sara Paretsky, a groundbreaking feminist detective writer, said, "The overriding themes of my life and work have to do with voice and voicelessness. When you speak, and speak forcefully enough to be heard, you are committing a political act. Speech in our country in many arenas continues largely to be the purview of men...My detective is a physical actor, but her main function is to speak forcefully for people on society’s margins." I'm a detective, too, who struggles to speak for the unvoiced body wisdom of the Mightly Muses– The Dance of Life, Wise Women, and Women Elders. Probably why I write this Substack

Hard Lessons with White Teachers, Pádraig Ó Tuama and Krista Tippett I write as a dancer and one who upholds kinesthetic, body-to-body intelligence as our ancestors and Indigenous people do, honoring the very real dance of life. I don’t speak for anyone else and have nothing to lose by speaking. Perhaps this is why I can say what I have to say and have chosen to do...

Wednesdays of Digital InterPlay!
✨ A month of Digital InterPlay ✨

🌞✨ Join us this week for a Dance "On Behalf Of" Summer Solstice! 🌿🔥 Let's come together with the intention to connect deeply with Solar energies and embody the essence of this vibrant celebration. It can be a dance, song, story, drawing, poem—whatever moves you!🌻💃🏽

Share in the joy of movement and the spirit of the season as we dance in harmony with the sun and all it illuminates. 🌞🌿✨

InterPlay Podcast
This Thursday, June 20 📅
Live at noon PT | 3:00 pm ET 🎥

🌟Join us with special guest, Cynthia Winton-Henry. Hosted by Christine Gautreaux!

Wednesdays of Digital InterPlay!

✨ Join us for our third week ✨
This week, we invite you to do an "On Behalf of" Form, holding questions, concerns, hopes, and prayers for a father figure or the father figure you want to be. It can be a dance, song, story, poem, stillness—whatever moves you!

Share your thoughts, stories, or anything that inspires you. Let's create a vibrant and engaging space together. Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear what you have to say! 💬💖

Happy Father's Day! ❤️

Wednesdays of Digital InterPlay! For the second week, we will continue with the prompt "I could talk about..." but we’re leaving it open for you to choose what your inner authority would like to talk about!

We would love to invite YOU to join us to comment, share your thoughts, stories, or anything that inspires you. Let's create a vibrant and engaging space together. Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear what you have to say! 💬✨

Dive in, be creative, and let's notice and connect with our body spirit. Tag us .Worldwide on Instagram, InterPlay / Body Wisdom Inc. on Facebook and/or use to be featured. Let's get talking! 🚀💖

From Masankho Kamsisi Banda -- UCanDanc' African Healing Arts in Malawi - It is hard to find words when the dark cloud of death strikes! We have lost our beloved Vice President and 9 others who were on the plane with him and the three crew! Our tears flow, our hearts are shattered! We turn to God and each other for comfort! May they all rest in peace!

"SO GOOD TO HEAR THE VOICES OF INTERPLAY shining forth, sometimes in a Dobo, art, and always in heart. When we write we leave a track of what we find out about the improvisational powers that transmit and connect all beings. Leaving write tracks, I once learned, is how others know that liberatory dancers danced, spirited voices created magic, and listening hearts listened. Writing is dancing with words. If you have it in you, help InterPlayers leave tracks. Subscribe and support one another’s efforts."

Cynthia Winton-Henry | InterPlay Co-Founder

🔗 https://linktr.ee/interplay.bodywisdom

🔗 https://linktr.ee/InterPlayLeadersSubstack

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🎙️ The InterPlay Podcast EP. 5 ft. Sophie Spiral Schultze-Allen | LIVE

🗓️ Thursday, June 6

Join host Tere Zorich in conversation with SophieSpiral, InterPlay Certified Leader

When:
🕛 12:00 NOON PST
🕑 2:00 PM CT
🕒 3:00 PM ET

Where:
Watch LIVE on our Body Wisdom/InterPlay Facebook
[InterPlay / Body Wisdom Inc.](https://www.facebook.com/unlockingbodywisdom/)

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Meet our podcast guest:

Sophie Spiral Schultze-Allen (they/she) is a dancer, dance researcher, InterPlay facilitator, and dance studies PhD candidate at the Free University Berlin. In these spaces, Sophie explores ways in which we can deepen our connection to Earth and build reciprocal, regenerative relationships. Sophie became a certified InterPlay leader in 2017 after completing the Arts & Social Change for Millennial Leaders training.

Connect with Sophie:
📸 Instagram: [](https://www.instagram.com/sophiespiral)
🌐 Online: [sophiespiral.com](http://www.sophiespiral.com)

📸 Photo credit: Soyinka Rahim Gsp

"🌟 Ready to immerse yourself in the transformative world of InterPlay workshops? 🎭

Explore our current lineup of dynamic workshops happening locally and globally! From performance to team building, spirituality to recovery, our workshops weave InterPlay with diverse subjects to cater to your interests and passions.

🌍 These day-long or weekend workshops are happening all over the country and beyond, offering you the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

Don't miss out on this chance to experience the magic of InterPlay in action!

🔗 Check out our website for the latest workshop listings and secure your spot today! https://www.interplay.org/index.cfm/go/untensives:home/

🎙️The InterPlay Podcast Ep. 4 InterPlaying with Leadership ft. Ade Anifowose.
Join Christine, InterPlay's Integrity and Innovation Coordinator as she interviews Ade Anifowose, Co-President of Body Wisdom's Board of Directors and the host of .you.podcast.

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Meet our podcast guest:

Ade Anifowose is a Certified InterPlay Leader, Mindset Coach, Intuitive Healer, and Podcaster. With over 25 years of studying and teaching ancient wisdom, Ade is known for his optimism and soul-centered approach. Passionate about humanity and healing, he uses podcasts, playshops, storytelling, arts, and sacred drumming to help people connect with their true selves and shift their consciousness. Based in the UK.

Connect with Ade:

📸 Instagram: [] https://www.instagram.com/abeingoflove/
🎙️Ade's Podcast Instagram: [being.you.podcast] https://www.instagram.com/being.you.podcast/
🌐 Online: www.LifeCoachAde.com

Watch Ep. 4 InterPlaying with Leadership ft. Ade Anifowose. Hosted by Wisdom On Wings Coaching - Christine Gautreaux MSW 🔻

🔗 https://linktr.ee/TheInterPlayPodcast

🌟 Join our Self-Paced InterPlay Life Practice Program! 🌟

✨ Move at your own pace and transform your life with InterPlay, led by Sharie Bowman, Jane Siarny, and Agnotti Cowie. 🌈

💻 Online, with flexible timing to fit your schedule.

🌿 Immerse yourself in movement, story, sound, and stillness to create the life you desire.

🔍 Receive personalized attention from your mentor to align your goals and intentions.

🎓 No prerequisites required! Whether you're new to InterPlay or have previous experience, all are welcome.

📚 Program Elements:
- 55 total contact hours
- Multi-day event like Secrets of InterPlay
- Deep dive into 8 tools and basic forms of InterPlay
- Three focus sessions with your mentor
- Completion of readings and reflections

Apply previous InterPlay coursework towards this program!

Ready to unleash your creativity and shape your life?

🔗 https://www.interplay.org/index.cfm/go/events:event/happening_id/3018/

Registration Questions: [email protected].
For financial assistance: [email protected].

📧 Email us to enroll today!

🎙️The InterPlay Podcast Ep. 3 - Art & Social Change with Agnotti Cowie.
Join host Tere Zorich in conversation with InterPlay's Development Director & a long time facilitator of the Art & Social Change program.

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Meet our podcast guest:

Agnotti Cowie (they/them) attended the first “Art & Social Change: InterPlay for Millennial Leaders” in 2010. Now a certified InterPlay leader and national board member. Facilitates workshops globally using InterPlay, Theatre of the Oppressed, Devising, puppetry, and clown. Based in Chicago, they lead workshops in schools, organizations, and social movements, and are Co-Artistic Director of Opera-Matic. Recently taught InterPlay in India, Germany, Australia, and Chile.

Connect with Agnotti Benedict:

📸 Instagram: [] https://www.instagram.com/agnotti/
🌐 Online: http://agnotti.com/

Watch The InterPlay Podcast Ep. 3 - Art & Social Change with Agnotti Cowie. Hosted by Tere Zorich 🔻

🔗 https://linktr.ee/TheInterPlayPodcast

Applying InterPlay 🌍✨

InterPlay is making a difference in many settings, professions, and locations around the world! 🌟

Where InterPlay is Making an Impact:

> Children 10 and Under 👶
> Parents of Young Children 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
> Entrepreneurs 💼
> Health Care and Self Care 🩺
> Prisons 🏢
> College/University/Graduate Schools 🎓
> Junior High and High Schools 📚

and much more!

From the United States to other countries, InterPlay connects people through the natural flow of relationships. We form partnerships with those who value and seek the unique gifts and tools InterPlay offers. 🤗

🔗 Learn more about our global impact and how InterPlay can be of service ✨ https://interplay.org/index.cfm/go/applying:home/

🎙️The InterPlay Podcast Ep. 2: InterPlay's Inner Wisdom
Join host Christine Gautreaux as she interviews Carolyn Renée, InterPlay's BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Liason about her deep body wisdom and practices.

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Meet our podcast guest:

“Carolyn Renée” Morris (she/her) is a teaching and healing artist who uses her gifts to uplift others. She is the former executive director of the ArtsXchange, a cultural arts nonprofit, as well as Alternate ROOTS an arts and activism nonprofit. Carolyn Renée currently offers her gifts as a consultant, certified InterPlay Leader and Naturopathic Practitioner at The Kindred Healing Center in Atlanta, Georgia. There she host a weekly InterPlay group, and offers a hosts of wellness services from reflexology, reiki and yoga to detox therapy solutions. If you look, you will find her uplifting community at the intersection of art and wellness.

Connect with Carolyn Renée Morris:

📸 Instagram: [] https://www.instagram.com/carolynreneeheals/
🌐 Online: https://anandahealingtree.com/

Watch Ep. 2: InterPlay's Inner Wisdom ft. Carolyn Renée. Hosted by Wisdom On Wings Coaching - Christine Gautreaux MSW 🔻

🔗 https://linktr.ee/TheInterPlayPodcast

🌟 InterPlay Leader Training Program 🌟

Join us in spreading InterPlay's transformative power! Our tools foster strong, healthy connections, celebrate individual gifts and diversity, encourage openness, and bring ease, joy, and fun into our lives.

Ready to share this body wisdom in your community? ✨

🔗 For more info >>> https://interplay.org/index.cfm/go/leadertraining:home/

InterPlay is a global community united by a shared language of diverse play. It's a collective of individuals who thrive on contact and connection. You don't have to dive in deep to benefit, but for those who do, there's a vibrant world of joy and discovery waiting. 🌟

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InterPlay Community Practices. Introducing our community practices for InterPlay events! Developed by the Restoration Pod of the Racial Equity & Transformation Committee, (Janice Eng, Natty Abdou, Masankho Banda, Karen Hatch, Phil Porter) and has been reviewed by other circles of leadership in the organization. These practices reflect our shared values and commitment to inclusivity. Let's embark on this ongoing journey of community building together. 💫

✨ LayOut by Sacil Armstrong

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Meet InterPlay Podcast Co-Host: Tere Zorich, InterPlay Liaison to Emerging Generations.

Tere Zorich (ZoRiCH) (she/they) is a mixed white/indigenous le***an of Bolivian & Slavic descent. She is a multidimensional artist & performer whose work operates at the intersection of art & social-emotional learning. They came to InterPlay by way of Latin partner dance and have a deep love for group hive creation through movement, storytelling, ideation, and play. Outside of dance, they love to learn, love to gab, love to act both in the performance of a character sense as well as the acting out sense, and teach music.

🔗 The InterPlay Podcast! Ep. 1: https://www.facebook.com/unlockingbodywisdom/videos/372349225725806

🌱✨ Dive deep into personal embodiment practices with InterPlay and somatic techniques. Join insightful conversations, discover self-understanding tools, and connect with community leaders at the forefront of transformative play. Explore the intersection of personal growth and communal joy in dynamic discussions. Don't miss this opportunity to weave together the threads of your journey with others!

Meet InterPlay Podcast Co-Host: Christine Gautreaux, MSW., Interplay Coordinator for Integrity & Innovation.

Christine Gautreaux (GoTro) (she/her) is a white cis gender women with Irish, Scottish and Indigenous grandmothers. She is a mixed media artist & InterPlay performer who loves to be at the intersection of justice and connection. Christine loves telling side-by-side stories and introducing folks to the magic of InterPlay through community groups, individual coaching sessions and more. Outside of InterPlay she loves to hike, write books and poetry and connect with friends and family.

🔗 The InterPlay Podcast! Ep. 1: https://www.facebook.com/unlockingbodywisdom/videos/372349225725806

🌱✨ Dive deep into personal embodiment practices with InterPlay and somatic techniques. Join insightful conversations, discover self-understanding tools, and connect with community leaders at the forefront of transformative play. Explore the intersection of personal growth and communal joy in dynamic discussions. Don't miss this opportunity to weave together the threads of your journey with others!

🎉 Join us in Seattle for the InterPlay In-Person Leaders Gathering, July 3rd - July 7th! 🌟 Registration Deadline: June 10. Experience deep play with Sacil Armstrong, Masankho Banda, Agnotti Cowie, Sharie Bowman, Christine Gautreaux, Carolyn Renée, and Kawika Harold Costa. 🎭 Limited to 100 participants, so secure your spot now! Dive into workshops, conversations, and new forms of expression at Seattle University. Open to all Life Practice and Leader Training Program grads, plus current participants. Let's connect, create, and laugh together!

🔗 Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/index.cfm/go/events:event/happening_id/3050/

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Meet Masankho Banda | InterPlay Liaison to International Leaders: Performing Artist, Certified InterPlay Leader, Educator, and PeaceBuilder. Drawing from his Malawian roots, he weaves storytelling and dance into transformative experiences that nourish the soul and foster cultural understanding. Through UCanDanc—African Healing Arts, founded in 1997, he spreads his passion globally, motivating people of all ages to unite for peace and social justice. 🌍✨

🔗 www.ucandanc.org

For Wednesday's digital InterPlay, comment what you could talk about as it relates to our word this week: PEACE.

Let’s dive into the different cultural perspectives on Peace. From ancient philosophies to modern practices, let's explore what peace means across the globe! 🌍✌️ OR Strategies for finding inner peace amidst life's chaos? Whether it's through InterPlay Practices, mindfulness, meditation, or simply taking a moment for self-care, let's share our tips and tricks for cultivating peace within ourselves. 🧘‍♀️💭

Let's shine a spotlight on the power of peacebuilding in conflict zones. From grassroots initiatives to humanitarian efforts, there are countless inspiring stories of individuals and organizations working tirelessly to foster peace in regions torn apart by violence. 🕊️🤝

Join us in Seattle for the 2024 in-person Leaders Gathering!

📅 July 3rd - July 7th
📍 Seattle, WA

Led by Sacil Armstrong, Masankho Banda, Agnotti Cowie, Sharie Bowman, Christine Gautreaux, MSW, and Carolyn Renée.

Deepen your connection with the global InterPlay community through workshops, conversations, and new skills in education, spirituality, racial equity, and more. Open to Life Practice and Leader Training Program grads and participants.

Limited to 100 people. Early registration discount available: June 1st!

Cost: $425 ($495 after June 2)
Room & Board: $665 Single / $565 Double (per person)
Commuter rates available.

Register by June 10th!

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/index.cfm/go/events:event/happening_id/3050/

🎭 **InterPlay Seattle: Igniting Play with Performance** 🎭

InterPlay Seattle is nurturing connection, creativity, and expressiveness as we re-energize our community post-pandemic. We're excited to form a new performing group alongside "Wrinkles in Time" to ignite passion for InterPlay. Funds raised will support a stipend for the organizer and cover room rental fees.

Check out InterPlay Uganda's Give InterPlay Day campaign, also supported by Seattle!

If InterPlay Seattle inspires you, please support us on Give InterPlay Day, May 22nd, to help develop a new performing group and a flourishing community.

🌟 Support this thriving community! 🌟

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/GiveInterPlayDay.htm

🌟 Support InterPlay Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill 🌟

For over 25 years, InterPlay leaders in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area have made a global impact! As part of Give InterPlay Day, we're seeking donations to fund scholarships for local and national events, including Life Practice and Leader Training programs. We particularly aim to support Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Millennials, and Gen Z participants.

To keep our vibrant community thriving, we also aim to provide stipends for our dedicated coordinators who:

★ Publicize events through our website, email list, and Meetup group
★ Manage our regional scholarship and operational funds
★ Handle venue reservations and payments
★ Coordinate leadership and onsite duties for the Raleigh Playgroup
★ Organize special projects and events

Your support helps sustain this vital hub of InterPlay energy in the Triangle, NC area and beyond! ✨

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/GiveInterPlayDay.htm

🌟 Empower Freedom and Equity through Play! 🌟

Join us in supporting InterPlay Atlanta as we cultivate certified InterPlay leaders trained in racial equity and transformation.

For over a decade, InterPlay Atlanta has been fostering community connections and holistic well-being through the power of body awareness. What began with one Certified leader has blossomed into a vibrant community with ten leaders in 2024, and we're eager to continue expanding our reach!

Our commitment extends to nurturing all our leaders, particularly those of color and young leaders. The leadership journey is comprehensive, spanning two or more years and encompassing various programs like Secrets of InterPlay, The Life Practice Program, Mentorship, and Art & Social Change, tailored to empower millennial leaders. Additionally, we prioritize ongoing growth and learning in Racial Equity and Transformation to ensure our leaders are equipped to foster inclusive spaces.

InterPlay Atlanta leaders engage with diverse community groups, including individuals living with mental illness, those experiencing homelessness, refugees, international students, caregivers, incarcerated individuals, artists, activists, and more.

Your support will enable us to continue our vital work of promoting freedom, equity, and joy through InterPlay. Together, let's empower leaders and communities to thrive! ✨

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/GiveInterPlayDay.htm

🌟 Supporting the Vibrancy of InterPlay Cleveland! 🌟

Join us on Give InterPlay Day to celebrate our growing community and support our exciting projects!

InterPlay Cleveland has flourished in recent years, welcoming two dynamic certified leaders, Eefje Kolkman and Joan Greenwood. While Joan now resides in San Diego, her dedication to serving the homeless community and practicing LovingKindness through InterPlay continues to inspire us. Together, Eef and Joan have enriched our InterPlay journey with their international perspectives and wealth of experience. ✨

As we continue to nurture the richness of our InterPlay experience, we're excited to:

★ Bring guest leaders from around the country and the world to share their wisdom with us, compensating them for their invaluable contributions.
★ Secure space for in-person InterPlay gatherings when we are able to meet face-to-face, fostering connection and embodiment.
★ Provide scholarships to support local leaders in attending InterPlay events and pursuing certification, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity within our community.
★ Cover marketing expenses such as MailChimp and MeetUp to spread the joy of InterPlay and invite more participants to join us on this transformative journey.

Your contribution on Give InterPlay Day will help us sustain and expand our blossoming community in Cleveland. Click the link in our bio to make a difference today! Thank you for your generosity and support. 🌸

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/GiveInterPlayDay.htm

🎉 Celebrating 17 Years of InterPlay Pittsburgh! 🎉

Join us on May 22nd for Give InterPlay Day as we reflect on our journey and look forward to the future!

Despite the challenges of the pandemic, InterPlay Pittsburgh has thrived, finding new ways to play and connect both online and in person. From virtual collaborations with InterPlayers across the globe to masked gatherings in city parks and spacious rooms, we've continued to share the transformative power of InterPlay with our community. 💫

Here's a glimpse of what we've been up to:

★ Live online InterPlay classes led by Sheila K Collins, attended by participants from Pittsburgh to Jakarta.
★ Weekly Radical Self-Care sessions with Christine Gautreaux and Sheila K Collins, offering a nurturing space for self-exploration and renewal.
★ Creative performances and collaborations organized by Elizabeth Jett Downing, showcasing the beauty of InterPlay in art and expression.
★ Community outreach initiatives led by Toni McClendon, bringing InterPlay to organizations such as Legacy Arts Project and Ujamaa Collective, and sharing the joy of movement with diverse communities.
★ Performances with Wing and Pittsburgh Players in online courses on The Art of Grieving, offering healing and support to participants.

As we continue to expand our reach and impact, we're asking for your support in the following areas:

★ Funding to support our efforts in bringing InterPlay to more organizations and communities, with a focus on communities of color and young artists.
★ Assistance for in-person collaborations and events, including room rental fees, event promotion expenses, and stipends for InterPlay artists and leaders.
★ Financial support for Pittsburgh leaders to attend trainings and events outside of our region, ensuring access to valuable learning opportunities.

Your donation will help us grow and sustain our thriving InterPlay community in Pittsburgh. Click the DONATE BUTTON ABOVE to make a difference today. Thank you for your generosity and support! 🌟

🔗Link in Bio!

🔗 https://interplay.org/GiveInterPlayDay.htm