Its not about being the best, its about being a part of it.
Posted in American Tribal Style® Bellydance, General, Tales from the La..., Words from the Dancer on February 19th, 2011 by LauramaeveOver the last year I have received emails inviting me to enter local, regional and world belly dance competitions.
Hmmm….
With all due respect to the organisers of these competitions, I will graciously decline.
Dance for me is not about proving yourself the best above all others. Its not about who rocks that move better, or who has the prettier costume or the best musicality.
Its about being aware that you are part of something bigger. Something subtle but potent. Something almost tangible. Close enough to the surface of consciousness that it will flow into your awareness if you seek it, and you’ll realise that it is so, so much more than moving your physical body to a beat.
That is what Dance is for me.
Those of you who want to compete, I’m not here to deride your hopes and dreams. Do whatever makes you happy, we ALL need a big dose of HAPPY in our lives! But make sure that this is the right ‘happy’ for you.
Do you want to be the best according to a panel of judges? Or are you already ‘the best’ only YOU haven’t realised it yet?
