Dance Is Me Research Paper

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I believe an interest that sets me apart from others is my love for dance. I have been dancing since I was 3 years old, and it is something I enjoy doing. Dance is an art form that I believe is truly underrated. It is my form of self expression, and I don't know where I would be without it. I do ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, pointe, and musical theater. I dance Sunday through Thursday for about 4 hours each day. I am also a competitive dancer, I go to several competitions each year, as well as a national convention. Dance is my escape from everything. It helps me, just for that time, forget about everything going on in my life and just dance. The best part about dance is being able to put everything out on the dance floor. Wether it be pain, anger, sadness, or …show more content…

I am stronger because of dance, physically and mentally. Dance is my grip on reality when I feel like i'm losing myself. Dance is my identity. I don't know another place where I could go and truly be myself and always be accepted. When friends fail, dance is always there. I honestly believe that dance saved my life. Throughout my life I have struggled with my self esteem and identity, and I believe that dance is the only thing that has kept me from slipping into a dark place. It is my life raft in an ocean full of fear and doubt. I would not trade dance for anything. Wether it be an upbeat tap number, or a slow and emotional lyrical piece, dance makes me happy. The friends I have made at dance are friends I have known my whole life, and will continue to be my closest friends for a very long time. We are all very different, but the thing that brings us together is dance. Dance is something that brings everyone together, wether it is dancing for a school, studio, or just dancing to have fun. Dancing makes people feel something, wether they are actually performing it or just a member of the

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