Disassociation and Performance
Elizabeth shares her experience with disassociation, particularly during difficult moments like miscarriages, highlighting how it allowed her to numb feelings. Paloma discusses the paradox of performing, where she feels completely present and free from anxiety, contrasting it with her everyday life filled with worry. Both explore how work can serve as a refuge, even amidst personal turmoil.In this clip
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Related Questions
Do you think you disassociate when you perform slightly? As in, do you have a Persona when you perform?
I think therapies are good because I think that they just give you that 1 hour a week to kind of really focus on something. I don't think that anyone is particularly better than another, and everyone's different.
How does performing impact your anxiety and presence in the moment?