From the sensual touch of the Argentine tango to the meditative contortions of Japanese butoh; the fluid energy of American breakdancing to the rhythmic control of European ballet, we are a world of movers. But why do we do it? And what can out long love affair with dance teach us about ourselves?

This is the first episode in our new Meaning of Life series, where BBC Reel journalists each explore what gives their life meaning.

Video by Harriet Constable
Animation by Muriel Rebora
Commissioning Editor: Howard Timberlake

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