A Posthumanist Perspective on Amerta Movement by Yuliana
I present five poems as my tribute to him. I wrote these five poems in different places and times, whenever I was remembering or thinking about him.
Amerta Movement offers a holistic approach that enables women to reclaim their bodies, emotions, and identities from societal constraints. This article explores the synergy between Amerta Movement and women’s empowerment, emphasizing it psychological significance and transformative potential.
In its practice, Amerta Movement also fosters self-awareness of natural elements such as earth, fire, wind, water, and metal. Additionally, when combined with prayer or mantra, a spiritual atmosphere emerges that makes humans aware of their connection with the Creator.
The goal of this movement meditation is to cultivate full awareness of the body, space, and surroundings. Through the process, practitioners learn to listen to their bodies, feel the flow of energy, and connect with nature.
Joged Amerta and Ragawidya share a common philosophical foundation, both exploring embodiment (kebertubuhan) as a pathway to the Divine.