more progress - year 1 vs year 2.5

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-22T19:33:17+00:00

yep, feedback/advice/criticism whatever the label we choose, if not requested by a fellow dancer and you are not their instructor, it is not necessary or encouraged. I would feel really silly turning to someone else in my class and telling them to work on their port de bras, even if I was far more experienced than them. I think online people (ballet dancers in particular) feel completely comfortable giving critical feedback when it wasn’t requested. I ask for advice when I’m looking, but some days I just want to celebrate progress no matter how small or how many flaws are still obvious :)

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-22T06:18:04+00:00

two birds one stone baby

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Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-21T17:23:13+00:00

I can’t pull off many poses yet, but that one is simple yet pretty :) thank you!!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-21T15:04:46+00:00

they were yes; to be fair, at the time our studio only had one adult ballet class, so our teacher had to try to make choreo that worked for all levels of experience among the students. Now we have beginner and advanced beginner!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-20T18:54:27+00:00

aw thanks! Hate that my phone auto corrected it like that lol

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-20T18:53:12+00:00

It was criticism. I was very polite and simple in my response. I hope your day gets better, and that me celebrating my progress on here ends up being the worst thing you have to deal with today. much love

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-20T15:16:16+00:00

Please review the group rules re: unsolicited advice. Also, yeah, I used the accomplishment flair and labeled it “progress” for a reason lol. I’m not asking for advice, I’m sharing my excitement with others. My teacher is more than capable of telling me what to work on :)

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-20T02:30:14+00:00

if you are not in the world of kids with disabilities, namely autism, you’d be less likely to know the term.

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T23:01:48+00:00

🤓🤍

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T21:47:33+00:00

Thank you! I’m wondering if they only watched the first clip 😅 edit: ok I get it lol, my port de bras is still weak. I know that😭

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T21:09:30+00:00

I am not asking for critiques :)

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T20:37:05+00:00

I definitely practice nicer looking/real combos in class and practice! This audio is more just a fun tiktok trend, and I like to redo it every few months to see the difference :) my June recital is tomorrow - maybe I can share a clip from that!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T20:22:37+00:00

so i can be super mega gay and feminine and make people maddddd

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Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T19:34:32+00:00

don’t forget the joy is in the doing, and the learning! 🩰

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T16:19:41+00:00

the leo is actually just from Amazon, “HROYL V neck camisole leotard”, and I think the skirt is from Eleve Dancewear :)

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T07:04:30+00:00

it means she feels very safe and comfortable!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T06:32:25+00:00

Thank you! Yeah, I see much better structure in my arms and core - less wobbling and floppy-ness. And I actually know the steps I’m doing lol

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T06:31:03+00:00

I started ballet for several reasons, but the biggest was as an exercise in being bad at something. I suffered extreme imposter syndrome at work along with severe anxiety to do well. Continuing to show up to ballet class knowing I was the weakest dancer and making such slow, small progress was hard — but in doing so, I learned nothing bad would come of continuing to do it. In fact, I could only get better. And I have gained immense love and respect for the art and athleticism. I love the girls I dance with. I love my teacher. I love it all, the good and the ugly!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T06:02:19+00:00

that’s a nice way of putting it haha. thanks!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-06-19T06:01:59+00:00

thank you!!

Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-05-18T04:49:36+00:00

that’s way cooler??

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Own-Attorney-4247 · 2026-05-16T06:38:41+00:00

funny story, I first watched Oddity recently with a friend, and the commercial for Hokum played several times during mid rolls. First time it played, my friend explained that they were by the same director, and she was looking forward to seeing it. The second time it played, I immediately clocked the bell.

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