I enjoyed this. This reminded me of my 40th BDAY celebration in Chicago when I took a Burlesque class with two of my girlfriends at Flirty Girl Fitness. It was so much fun … so sensual and liberating. (I was scared of the pole then tho! Not gon’ lie. Imma have to try again.) But the element of doing/ going alone adds a different layer to how liberating the experience can truly be. I’m glad you found that as well as the healing you needed. Indeed, healing is nonlinear. What soothed then might not soothe now. Also, healing is never entirely done for we amass some other hurts along the way while living in this hard world. Keep on dancing! Whether on a pole or in your kitchen, insist on your healing by any means necessary.
Thank you so much for checking this piece out, Avril! Oooou, that Burlesque class sounds fun! Yeah, I agree 1000% with doing solo experiences. “What soothed then might not soothe now.” Whewwww, that’s so real! I’ve definitely been learning that. I deeply appreciate your kind words!!☺️
Beautiful piece! I’ve always wanted to try a class for the physical benefits; but hearing the spiritual & emotional benefits has me racing to find the nearest classes near me! Thank you for sharing your story with us, Amirah!
Thank you so much for checking this piece out, Tiana! Yessss, only the physical benefits came to mind initially but after going to classes I’ve seen there are so many more ways that it has lifted my spirits! I know you’ll be able to find a studio near you and you’ll have a ball!!
This was such a great read! I tried pole dancing a few years ago for the same reasons you mentioned, but I couldn't stick to a regular schedule because of other commitments. Recently, my schedule has changed, and I've been considering making it a consistent part of my routine. I really feel like this is a sign to get back into it. Thank you for sharing your experience!
It definitely might be a sign, Chante’! I’m so glad you resonated with this piece and thank you so much for checking it out! I feel you. Initially my schedule was a bit much but I’ve been making it my business to go more. I’m actually thinking about just buying an unlimited monthly pass so I can go whenever to the different classes provided. It’s definitely a routine that my mind, body, and soul is like you gotta be consistent with this one! It feels so good.
I enjoyed this. This reminded me of my 40th BDAY celebration in Chicago when I took a Burlesque class with two of my girlfriends at Flirty Girl Fitness. It was so much fun … so sensual and liberating. (I was scared of the pole then tho! Not gon’ lie. Imma have to try again.) But the element of doing/ going alone adds a different layer to how liberating the experience can truly be. I’m glad you found that as well as the healing you needed. Indeed, healing is nonlinear. What soothed then might not soothe now. Also, healing is never entirely done for we amass some other hurts along the way while living in this hard world. Keep on dancing! Whether on a pole or in your kitchen, insist on your healing by any means necessary.
Thank you so much for checking this piece out, Avril! Oooou, that Burlesque class sounds fun! Yeah, I agree 1000% with doing solo experiences. “What soothed then might not soothe now.” Whewwww, that’s so real! I’ve definitely been learning that. I deeply appreciate your kind words!!☺️
Beautiful piece! I’ve always wanted to try a class for the physical benefits; but hearing the spiritual & emotional benefits has me racing to find the nearest classes near me! Thank you for sharing your story with us, Amirah!
Thank you so much for checking this piece out, Tiana! Yessss, only the physical benefits came to mind initially but after going to classes I’ve seen there are so many more ways that it has lifted my spirits! I know you’ll be able to find a studio near you and you’ll have a ball!!
This was such a great read! I tried pole dancing a few years ago for the same reasons you mentioned, but I couldn't stick to a regular schedule because of other commitments. Recently, my schedule has changed, and I've been considering making it a consistent part of my routine. I really feel like this is a sign to get back into it. Thank you for sharing your experience!
It definitely might be a sign, Chante’! I’m so glad you resonated with this piece and thank you so much for checking it out! I feel you. Initially my schedule was a bit much but I’ve been making it my business to go more. I’m actually thinking about just buying an unlimited monthly pass so I can go whenever to the different classes provided. It’s definitely a routine that my mind, body, and soul is like you gotta be consistent with this one! It feels so good.