In the discipline of Authentic Movement, action and perception are embodied and explored within the roles of mover and witness. The relationship between these two, mover and witness, is a central feature of the work,

one-on-one or in a group. Typically, the practice involves three phases.

The Movement

The witness sits on the periphery of the movement space offering an attentive presence as the mover, with eyes closed, attends to his or her inner experience and movement.

Transition

Mover and witness take time to write, draw, or work with some other art medium as a first processing of the movement experience.

Sharing

Mover and witness come together to speak about their respective experiences. The mover is invited to speak first, reflecting on the movement experience in his or her own way. The witness, in choosing to speak, continues to be attentive to both the mover’s and his or her own process. The practice of verbal sharing offers an opportunity to develop greater discernment and sensitivity to the power of language.