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Figuring Things Out

CREATIVITY: Soisci Porchetta

Jan 12, 2024
01:30:58

S3:E2 - Creativity series.

This conversation between Wil and Soisci Porchetta discusses their experiences and perspectives on creativity, personal growth, and the physical practice. Soisci shared her journey from being a Thai boxing competitor to a movement teacher, emphasizing the importance of integrating physical and internal practices. She also highlighted her desire to serve others through her skills.

She explains her journey through various physical practices, starting with gymnastics at age nine, moving through martial arts, and eventually finding her passion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She also talks about her experiences with different teachers, the impact they had on her, and her eventual transition from Ido Portal's Team to Mentorship with Fighting Monkey. We explored the creative process in the movement practice, the role of judgment in creativity, and the importance of being present and receptive. The conversation also touched on the idea of teaching as a creative practice and the importance of adapting to different life contexts or 'seasons'. Soisci also shared her experiences teaching elderly populations, focusing on improving their quality of life through physical activity and creativity. Soisci shared her experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of serving the needs of the elderly and the joy derived from their progress. The conversation also touched on the demographic trends in their classes and the potential reasons behind them.


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