Sensory Regulation: A Dynamic Choreography
By Sensory Integration Education, 14 January 2025
Discover the intricate dance between our sensory systems and the world around us—a dance that shapes how we navigate each day, from the simplest routines to the most profound experiences.
In Sensory Regulation: A Dynamic Choreography, Sensory Integration Education uses the metaphor of dance to illustrate the beautiful and ever-changing relationship between our senses, our brain and the environment. This captivating new video explores how sensory regulation — how our brains and nervous systems integrate and interpret sensory information, enabling us to maintain optimum arousal levels — can empower or challenge us in our daily lives.
“Imagine this: each of us is a dancer, moving to our own rhythm. Together, the world around us—the rustling of leaves, the warmth of sunlight—joins with the sensations within us—our heartbeat, our breath—to create a grand symphony.”
“Each of us moves to this music in our own unique way. We all move differently, but all move beautifully, in a dance to be embraced, celebrated, and shared. This dance, this connection with the rhythm of the world and our bodies, is the essence of our humanity. It is what makes us perfectly ourselves.”
“But for this dance to be graceful and fluid, sensory regulation is crucial. It serves as the foundation for everything we do. When our sensory systems are regulated, we can engage in the world around us. We are free to learn, to grow, and to experience joy. But when our sensory systems are not regulated, even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming.”
This inspiring video is an invitation to understand and celebrate the diverse ways people experience sensory regulation. Through vivid metaphors and thoughtful insights, it highlights the interplay between the individual’s sensory system, their environment and the occupations or tasks they want or need to complete.
Originally presented by Beth Smithson, Occupational Therapist and Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner, at The OT Show in November 2024, Sensory Regulation: A Dynamic Choreography was a highlight of the event. Beth’s sessions were so popular they were overbooked on both days, reflecting the growing demand for knowledge about sensory processing and how sensory regulation can transform lives.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of sensory regulation. Watch the full video now on YouTube and join us in celebrating the beauty of this dynamic choreography.
