ON THE OTHER SIDE OF COMMITMENT
A few weeks ago I was really excited about my progress in my Salsa Journey…After class Larry joined my wife Annie and me at the cafe downstairs. He told us about other classes and a whole new world seemed possible.
But the moment was bittersweet because even though I was excited about the potential I knew I couldn’t go next week because of a conflict. During the next week I started to distance myself from my salsa experience. Being out of touch for two weeks created a void in my life and I started to wonder if I could ever reach this potential. And part of me was thinking that it was a waste of time and I would never get it…feel the rhythm. My doubts were building and I was even thinking that I wouldn’t continue beyond the next few classes.
So that was the way it was when I went to class last night. To fuel these doubts, John the teacher wasn’t there. Instead, Mark, the owner of the studio, was giving a lesson to a woman who looked the part of a ball room diva. And she was exquisite…..graceful and beautiful in her style and the way she looked. Watching her dance was inspirational in the sense that it gave me another glimpse of what was possible….something to look forward to.
Two weeks away and watching on the sidelines helped contribute to my anxiety. Within a few minutes John arrived and after a while I was enjoying the class but yet not totally relaxed. As the class progressed I felt more and more comfortable. And near the end I felt like for the first time my body could feel the rhythm…And an ease started to develop…I had a breakthrough for the first time…
And it was fun!!! Yes pure fun…It made me realize the value of allowing fun into my life and to create new ways to have this experience. Getting away from the rest of my life and putting a big smile on my face. My showing up and commitment carried the day. On Wednesday there is another beginning class at a different studio that I am planning on attending.
JOURNEY ON
MARK
Mark Susnow, an executive and life coach, inspires others to experience more fulfillment and success in their life. A former trial attorney for 30 years and musician, he integrates what it takes to be successful in the world with the inner wisdom unfolded to him through years of yoga and meditation. He also publishes, Letters on Life, an inspirational ezine. Contact him for an opportunity to create the life of your dreams. http://www.inspirepossibility.com