Rise by lifting others

I had a very memorable pole class yesterday that I would love to share!  It was our last Pole Skills and Flexibility Improvement Class of the session and everyone was working hard on those last nemesis moves that they hoped to accomplish when the session started.

One participant in particular was working on her Chopper - a Stage 4 move that many people have trouble with.  Throughout the six weeks she diligently cross-trained, worked hard and kept a positive attitude.  In this last class she absolutely nailed her Chopper.  What made this moment so special is that the whole class stopped, watched her hold  her move, and when she came down, everyone cheered!  Since we all watched her work at it throughout the session, it's almost like we all accomplished something when she did!

 (L4 Photography)

I have to admit, I got pretty choked up because I was not only so proud of her, but so proud of the positive support in the room.  It's almost like the energy in the room lifted and shortly after everyone was busting out crazy moves, nailing their nemesis tricks, and cheering and supporting each other on.

I truly believe that the genuine positivity and joy that we felt for her gave us all a positive lift, which is what I hope you can think about in your own pole classes.  It's easy to focus on yourself, get frustrated with what you can't do, and potentially have a less than fantastic class.  But when you switch your focus to giving your neighbor a high five, cheering her on when she does something great (no matter how small!), by you focusing on also supporting others, you will also get a lift!  It feels good to support other people and when you get your nemesis move, we are all waiting to cheer you on! 

Thank you so much to all the girls who attended that class!  I had a fantastic time and am so proud of how far you have come in such a short time!!  Give yourselves a pat on the back... you deserve it!