On Monday night, I danced-- truly danced-- for the first time in almost three years. That was my first night as a member of the Penn State Vole ballet club, and it was the most amazing night I've had in a long time.
I danced for twelve years before I stopped in June 2008. I would spend eight hours a week in the studio, dancing Salsa, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Modern, Ballet, and Tap. It was the one sport at which I was actually decent, and it was my one real passion.
After class on Monday, I came back to my room in such a great mood. My roommate just laughed at me, so naturally, I dragged her to a different dance class on Tuesday night. (Which she ended up loving, might I add.)
So my first conclusion on personal growth is that, in order to figure out what makes you tick, you must first find things about which you are passionate. These things could include sports, music, drawing, reading, writing, or simply taking time out of your day for yourself. When you find something that you really enjoy doing, you lose yourself in it, and only when you lose yourself can you really find yourself. As abstract as that may sound. Having a passion will give you something to focus your energy on and to look forward to each day. You will become a happier person, and I personally find that when I'm spending my evenings doing something that I love, I'm more focused on my studies during the day. Not to mention, spending time doing activities you love will keep both your body and brain active.
Your goal for today, ladies and gentlemen, is to go out and find something that you love doing, then let me know you feel after. :)
I also have danced just about all my life. I danced since I was three or four up until the end of my senior year. After not dancing last semster I realized how much I missed it and I also joined vole this semester. I usually go to class on tuesdays nights, but it was so icy this week that I was afraid to go! Dance is great though because it relaxes your mind while you get exercise. There is no better combination!
RăspundețiȘtergereIt is amazing :) Being able to lose yourself in the beat of the music is one of the greatest feelings.
RăspundețiȘtergereAre you performing in the shows?
I danced for awhile to, since I was two to about the age of fourteen. When I stopped, I really missed it. I started realizing last semester that I miss how it makes me feel. What is the vole thing that you talk about? It sounds really awesome!
RăspundețiȘtergereVole is basically a ballet club for people of every level. However, they play a large variety of music, so it's definitely not your stereotypical ballet class. And they do 2 shows each semester, or something like that. You should definitely check it out, though! It's a lot of fun!
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