Two Left Feet Podcast

Feeling Powerless – unable to effect change

I have everything I could ever ask for. Home, stable job, food, clean water, clothes, electricity, I live like a fucking KING.

Why do I feel powerless, no matter my efforts, nothing seems to change. Despite my greatest efforts I feel powerless. SO how do you regain power In your life?

Your daily decisions, not weekly not monthly. Your daily decisions – that can help you regain control.

#Salsa

#Bachata

#Kizomba

#Podcast

#BrazilianZouk

#Rueda

#Tarraxinha

#Zouk

#Passada

#Ginga

#Forro

#LambaZouk

#Afro

#Latin

#African

#Socialdance

#Socialdancing

#Partnerdance

#Partnerdancing

#Pachanga

#Lambada

#Dance

#Dancers

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Followers - Finding it difficult to execute lady's styling while dancing with a partner.

This Follower who has been taking ladies styling both in-person and online is able to execute ladies styling solo. However, whenever she dances with a partner she finds it very challenging to incorporate the steps she's learning in the lady's styling courses

Thoughts? / Help?

The majority of styling classes will only teach you solo styling. And while some of that can be incorporated into partner work, don't expect heaps of wiggle room. When dancing with a leader you're pretty stuck to what they want to do first, and styling comes second.

Lady's styling can be completely inhibited by the leader.

Lady's styling is somewhat dependent on the leader's skill level. If the leader gives you the freedom to move, perfect. If the leader has a vice grip on your hands? Not perfect.

In salsa there are more 'solo' parts where leaders and followers break apart and start doing shines, in bachata/Kizomba/B-Zouk, to my experience, this is extremely rare.

So, where DO you use it? More when dancing with experienced leaders, since they won't mind when you take 4-8 counts longer to grab their hand when they present it. When the leader frees up one arm because he's doing a turn or somebody movement for himself, you can swing away, or do some footwork for a few counts. On that rare occasion where the leader DOES give you more space and invites you to go wild on a solo part.

So just keep in mind, styling classes are most useful to learn to use your body and the energy you'll get in partner work, but will very rarely be used as actual complete combinations to use on the dance floor.

I believe that it's a lot easier to incorporate hand styling than foot styling. Both are largely dependent on leads BUT I do believe it's easier to style with hands. I would practice one kind of styling at a time until it becomes second nature and then introduce something else / learn a new styling technique.

I would also like to throw in that, Styling is something to be added in small touches where it's needed and where it works. I am not trying to limit the follows, but I believe that styling is of the nature where "Less is More". Styling is something that's done where it's musically relevant, there's space, and when it doesn't take any effort to do.

Try to find a lead that's willing to let you experiment or one that wants to experiment with you. If you can find a good dance partner, they can give you tips on what feels natural and what doesn't. I find a lot of styling can be obtrusive to the flow of dance if not timed correctly. Of course, paying attention to your lead is number 1 priority but working on styling can make it look even more fresh. Try to work on quick styling techniques that aren't too fancy and try to incorporate in different basic moves like a right turn or left turn. Eventually, it will become muscle memory.

#Salsa

#Bachata

#Kizomba

#Podcast

#BrazilianZouk

#Dance

#Tarraxinha

#Zouk

#Passada

#RetroZouk

#Ginga

#Bolero

#Forro

#Lamba

#LambaZouk

#Afro

#Latin

#African

#Socialdance

#Socialdancing

#Partnerdance

#Partnerdancing

#Pachanga

#Lambada

#Dance

#Dancers

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SELF DOUBT

#Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers

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Swallowing Your Pride

#Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers

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Some ways to recover after a night of dancing? Muscles are still sore days after

This individual went to a festival and danced for 3 days straight, and is now sore from all the dancing.

They wanted to know what can they do before and after to help minimize the soreness?

In the exercise and weightlifting community, we call this DOMS. Delayed onset muscle soreness.

It means you're pushing yourself and getting stronger! The best thing to do is to eat well, rest, and continue training. DOMS should stop occurring as your body gets used to the level of work. So stay hydrated, massage the sore areas, and stay active. Spending a couple of hours a couple of times a week social dancing shouldn't be too much for your body to get used to.

Try drinking water before, during, and after dancing. You might be sweating your hydration away. You could also bring electrolyte water or Gatorade to drink throughout the night.

One of the best things you can do is light exercise the day after. Legs are easy because you can just go for a walk. For arms and shoulders, you can do some stretching and simple calisthenics. Stretching will increase your blood flow, decrease soreness, and actually increase your flexibility and range of motion over time.

After a couple of weeks, your body should get used to the dancing

Go walking on a daily basis and if possible implement a weekly weight training program.

#Salsa

#Bachata

#Kizomba

#Podcast

#BrazilianZouk

#Dance

#Tarraxinha

#Zouk

#Passada

#RetroZouk

#Ginga

#Bolero

#Forro

#Lamba

#LambaZouk

#Afro

#Latin

#African

#Socialdance

#Socialdancing

#Partnerdance

#Partnerdancing

#Pachanga

#Lambada

#Dance

#Dancers

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On today's episode, we have the amazing Ms. Mimi Mariposa.

She is from Nashville Tennesse.

She is a Brazilian Zouk dancer, instructor, and organizer for over seven years.

She has a background in Ballroom and Latin Dance.

Childhood – 00:45

Introduction to Social Dancing – 06:20

Beginner Stage in Salsa/Bachata – 10:45

Dealing with Shyness / Overcoming your inhibitions- 15:45

Defensive Dancers – 18:00 How can leaders make their follower feel safe ? – 21:15

Beginner Stage in Brazilian ZOuk - 26:00

What kept you going? – 29:30

Beginner Stage in Teaching – 32:50

Common Issues you see In the B-Zouk Community – 42:00

Lessons Learned – 45:10

Cross Training with B-Zouk – 48:00

Thoughts on Sensual Bachata – 51:24

Is Bzouk sensual ? – 53:12

History of B-Zouk – 1:01:15

Stuck in a rut ? – 1:07:00

Intermediate to Advanced - 1:11:00

What makes for a Good Social vs a Bad Social/dance Party? – 1:16:30

What draws you to B-zouk, what makes it your favorite dance ? – 1:19:40

What makes for a good Lead? 01:25:00 What makes for a good Follow ? 01:26:35 One Tip? - 1:37:45

** Social Media Links **

https://www.youtube.com/c/MimiMariposaDancer/featured

https://www.facebook.com/MimiLaMariposa/

https://mariposadancellc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mimi_mariposa_zouk/

#Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers

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Insecurities on the Dance Floor? I am not good enough I will never be as good as X person How to deal with your insecurities? 1.Why I made this video? TO discuss Insecurities This is something we all deal with in all facets of our lives. I will tailor this to the dancing scene. 2. I have often found myself thinking: I am not good enough I will never be as good as X person 3. How I would aim to resolve these issues: Ask yourself what is In your control? What do you have power over? Your Actions. Also understand that comparison is the thief of joy. I would also like to say that, your insecurities are something you will always deal with. But as you become more confident and as you put the time and effort into your craft, you build up this level of trust & confidence within yourself. And I also think you start to build this sense of abudance mentality versus scarcity. For me I had this sense of scarcity mindset, thinking The more you do this, the better you become, and the more positive experiences you can draw upon. As a beginner, you may not have as many positive experiences to remember and think about. But after you reach a certain level of skill you can understand that and comprehend that just because this one person may not enjoy dancing with you does not mean someone else wont. You have experienced it firsthand. To sum this video up: YOU will always deal with your insecurities. I deal with them now on the dance floor. But as with anything in life, the better you become at this skill the more confidence you have in yourself. The more trust you have in your capabilities. #Salsa #Bachata #Kizomba #Podcast #BrazilianZouk #Rueda #Tarraxinha #Zouk #Passada #Ginga #Forro #LambaZouk #Afro #Latin #African #Socialdance #Socialdancing #Partnerdance #Partnerdancing #Pachanga #Lambada #Dance #Dancers 2LF Links _______________________________________________ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tw0LeftFeet Instagram: tw0_left_feet Website: https://2leftfeet.blog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2171874589599779/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoLeftFeetPodcast/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/two-left-feet-podcast/id1454425997 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bQSnwKDmHbDQdgnZ0OrC3 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Twoleftfeet Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR109vJ4Pbl146Ok1u5vSuA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/twoleftfeetpodcast

What do followers look for in a good lead ?

As a leader it is your job to protect the follow. People on the sideline see everything, so you want to be more protective in a crowded dance floor. When people see that you are safe to dance with, you get more dances.

I do believe that when surveying a dance floor people can recognize with someone is smiling politely, vs. actually and truly having an amazing time. A genuine smile vs a fake smile.

If a lead can make a follower truly smile and have fun, then hes probably a good lead.

Understand that as a lead when you are dancing you are visually showing everyone your dance resume. People on the sidelines are watching: your moves - are you leading an advanced move at the intro with a new dancer, or are you paying attention to musicality and trying out basic moves first to test the connection and her skill level?

Are you leading three double spins in a row? Does the follower look like she's anticipating and/or backleading? If so, how is the lead handling that? Is the lead paying attention to space? How's his frame? Is the follower compensating for a lack of frame by grabbing him?

Understand this: Followers DO talk about leads. A LOT. They talk about us in the bathroom, in group chats with their other follow friends, as well with their leader friends. they swoon over amazingly smooth and fun new dancers at a social and offer eager recommendations. And they also warn their friends of the leaders to avoid. Followers also understand that sometimes two of them can have different levels of success with the same leader. However, generally, a great lead gives clear, not jerky signals, and leaves very little open to confusion.

#Salsa

#Bachata

#Kizomba

#Podcast

#BrazilianZouk

#Dance

#Tarraxinha

#Zouk

#Passada

#RetroZouk

#Ginga

#Bolero

#Forro

#Lamba

#LambaZouk

#Afro

#Latin

#African

#Socialdance

#Socialdancing

#Partnerdance

#Partnerdancing

#Pachanga

#Lambada

#Dance

#Dancers

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How to deal with Rejection on the Dance Floor

1. Why: I wanted to talk to you all about how to deal with rejection on the dance floor.
2. So what happens is: You walk up to somebody who you want to dance with, you are either A: excited or B: a nervous wreck.
3. Solutions: Do not act offended, play it off very stoic lack. Act unfazed and unemotional. There could be a plethora of reasons why this person has said no. Maybe they do not like this song, maybe they are tired. Maybe they are too scared or nervous to dance. I personally suffer from low confidence so If I ask you to dance and you say no, I will not ask you again that night. I will ask you again another night, so two times total. If you say no the second time, I will probably wait 2-3 months before I ever ask you again.
4. As far as how to say NO or reject a dance offer:

HOW a person says no is important, don't be rude about it, don't be elitist about it.

if you dont wanna dance right now, but maybe later a simple.

"Hey not right now, but I'd love to later!"

If you are shure you dont want to dance with person ever, giving a clear no without giving reason may be more effective.

 

As I said before: People have a right to refuse any dance for any reason at all

If you’re polite about it, people will still ask you to dance!!

Lastly if someone does not want to dance with you do not worry about them. Focus on the people who do enjoy your company and those that want to dance with. Focus on the positive, especially as a beginner.

 

This leads me to another point that the more experienced dancers need to treat beginner dancers like glass dolls. Handle with care, you can either be inspirational to them or scare them away and thus never pursue dancing again.

#Salsa
#Bachata
#Kizomba
#Podcast
#BrazilianZouk
#Rueda
#Tarraxinha
#Zouk
#Passada
#Ginga
#Forro
#LambaZouk
#Afro
#Latin
#African
#Socialdance
#Socialdancing
#Partnerdance
#Partnerdancing
#Pachanga
#Lambada
#Dance
#Dancers

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