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Surrendering yourself to the beat can have a far-reaching impact on all areas of your life -it can help you communicate better, to think more creatively, and can be a powerful catalyst for change. Losing yourself in the moment to a song or piece of music can also alleviate anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation, Dr. Peter Lovatt has found. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on great stories from dance history as well as fascinating case studies from his Dance Psychology Lab and his own life, Dr Lovatt shares his best steps and routines, as well as top dance anthems to inspire everyone--even those who believe they \"can't dance\"--to turn the music on, stand up, and dance themselves happy. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Dance Cure is filled with surprising prescriptions covering a variety of needs, revealing how a particular type of dance can help.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLooking to become more empathetic? 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