Episode 4 - Ella Mesma on Listening to the Wisdom Within, Fostering Creativity, and Tracing an Interdiscplinary Practice

Ella joins Megan to share her well-being practices, from recapitulation and journaling to the power of returning to a beginner’s mindset. They trace Ella’s movement journey—from discovering salsa at 14 to dancing professionally across salsa, samba, contemporary, circus, breakdance, and yoga—and her current studies in rolfing, exploring the connection between movement and emotional release.Together, they reflect on creating spaces for growth and creativity, balancing technique with expression, and the importance of listening to the body. The conversation closes on finding harmony between structured training and personal well-being.