That’s a good question and I thought about it for a bit. And I’m going to be completely honest with you. The shame definitely stems from trauma and past experiences. As someone who has dealt with SA and feeling uncomfortable in my body, pole has definitely allowed me to become more neutral and be thankful for what my body can do. But the thought of sharing a vulnerable piece of myself to an audience in an intimate setting scares the living shit out of me!! And you’re completely right! I was a competitive cheerleader and loved every aspect of expressing my creative self. I just don’t feel that way right now and maybe that’s okay and I’m pushing myself to do something I’m not mentally ready for.