![]() In recent years, I've noticed a significant lack of confidence among the children and youth in our dance programs. Building skills to develop confidence is crucial for reaching our full potential. Confidence is the key to unlocking and realizing one’s potential, and I am dedicated to finding ways to support young people in increasing their confidence and reaching their fullest potential. As Darren Hardy wisely said, “Before you have confidence, you must try. You must jump in, fumble, fail, and be awkward. But have faith. Failure becomes success. Success becomes confidence.” Self-confidence is one of the most influential motivators and regulators of behavior in our everyday lives. Your perception of your abilities—your self-confidence—is the biggest determining factor for achievement. It influences the goals you set, the energy you focus on them, your ability to achieve them, and the persistence you apply to overcome obstacles. The #1 reason people never fulfill their potential isn’t a lack of intelligence, opportunity, or resources, but a lack of belief in themselves. This lack of self-confidence prevents many from realizing their true potential. How to Gain ConfidenceConfidence is developed and grown. Think of it like a garden: you need to grow it, maintain it, weed it, water it, fertilize it, and protect it from pests. Sometimes, you need to weed, thin out, clear, and make way for new skills. Protect, feed, and nurture your mind and environment with the right input and associations. Just like a garden, potential must be cultivated. It starts with a seed of belief and is nurtured through confidence. As you grow in confidence, you begin to see and reach your potential. Five Steps to Build Self-Confidence
Confidence and Potential: A Symbiotic RelationshipAs you build confidence through these steps, you start to see glimpses of your potential. Each small success reinforces your belief in yourself, revealing more of your potential. Confidence and potential grow together, each fueling the other. By intertwining the concepts of confidence and potential, you highlight how they are interconnected and how one feeds into the other. This approach helps in building confidence, which is essential for unlocking and achieving your true potential. Resources: Darren Hardy, Brené Brown, Barbara A. Lewis Celebrate the possibilities of growth in confidence, potential, and the joy of soaring! Starting with one small win will lead to other wins and soon you will have traction to continue to build on your success. Jane
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As we wrap up our 37th dance season, our hard work and dedication have come to fruition with four Junior Showcases and two Senior Showcases, all under the theme "Giving Dreams Wings: Watch Us Soar!" This season has been about building strong foundations and nurturing relationships, embodying the spirit of what it means to be a Pegasus Dancer. Our name, inspired by the mythical flying horse, reminds us of the limitless possibilities that come with dreaming big. For our children, it’s about finding freedom through mastering technique, expressing themselves through movement, and gaining the confidence to stand tall, be seen, and grow into confident, happy, healthy individuals.
Freedom of ExpressionLearning to dance is more than just memorizing steps; it's about giving our dreams a way to take flight. Each movement and routine tells a story through our bodies, offering our children a unique language to express themselves. When we dance, we find a voice that words often can't capture, soaring on the wings of creativity and passion. This freedom is empowering, allowing our children to explore their potential and express their unique selves. As the Hopi Indian saying goes, “To watch us dance is to hear our hearts speak.” Embracing Summer’s FreedomAs we break for the summer, we embrace the freedom from our regular routines of school and dance classes. Summer is a time for exploration and adventure, a chance to try new things, plant seeds of growth, and watch our children flourish. It’s a time to encourage them to take on new challenges, try new activities, and step out of their comfort zones. These experiences not only enrich their summer but also prepare them for the year ahead, giving them the confidence and skills to soar even higher. The Joy of SoaringAt the end of each season, we reflect on our programs and Showcases to better meet the needs of our community. The feeling of freedom when we have mastered technique and celebrate a year of hard work in our end-of-year Showcases is exciting to witness. It’s the joy of dancing with abandon, expressing our deepest emotions, and knowing we can achieve great heights. This summer, let’s inspire our children to spread their wings, dream big, and embrace the boundless freedom before them. "Giving Dreams Wings: Watch Us Soar!" is more than a Showcase theme; it's a mantra for life. It’s about finding the freedom within ourselves to dream, grow, and reach for the stars. As we head into summer, let's carry this spirit with us, encouraging our children to soar to new heights and experience the joy and exhilaration of true freedom. Let's celebrate the freedom and joy of soaring! Jane |
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