It is in our nature to stay from that which makes us uncomfortable. Why would we knowingly put ourselves in a place that makes us vulnerable, self-conscious, and sometimes frightened? For growth, that's why. To have physical, mental, and spiritual growth we must not only stand out on a limb, but we ...
Dance for your Health
The idea of being healthy has become a movement on the grandest of scales. This comes from the numerous amount of fad diets, exercise styles, and the constant talk about what it takes to be healthy. It almost feels difficult in and of itself to know what truly works, and where to go. ...
Are you ready for competition?
Competition can be a very scary word for many people. While we thrive on the actual act of competition, the idea of it is very daunting and deflating. Questions arise within us that we do not like to otherwise acknowledge. Questions such as: Am I good enough? Will I disappoint my ...
Dancing, A Way to Thrive in Life
There have been various studies about what is needed for a baby to not only survive, but thrive. Interestingly enough, the biggest thing was human touch. Not just touch, but being held. In order for a child to thrive, it needed to be held at least 8 times a day. The studies then went to focus on ...
Stand up for yourself!
The majority of your dancing journey will be spent learning how to stand up straight. Please understand that you have 500 years to learn how to stand straight, but that does not mean that you should get started on it today! Your teacher will harass you (it seems daily) to stand up straight. Pick ...