I remember the day when curiosity led me to a place that I would later call home, the stage where I found my true identity, and my passion that now defines me. I was a 34-year-old non-binary from Turkey, searching for meaning, and it was in slow build, slow swirling motions up in the air that I found myself. I discovered something new, something unusual, and that was just the spark рџ’ѓ
The beginning was full of growing pains. The ropes, they felt harsh against my skin, an unkind acquaintance. But, the allure of learning something so captivating, so empowering, overpowered that initial discomfort. The curiosity within me was relentless, pushing me to the edge, enticing me to toss my inhibitions aside and take a leap into the wild unknown. Knowing that once I started, there was no turning back, I surged forward, led by my fervor рџ”ћ
Before long, that once uncomfortable rope started to feel like an extension of me. The bruises faded into badges of honor, each marking a step in my journey, a step closer to that feeling of liberation I so desperately craved. The slow build-up of strength and confidence, mirrored by my increasing fluidity in the air, was a sight to behold. It was the slow build of anticipation, of wonder, that kept me going.
My heart would race, pounding wildly with adrenalin every time I was about to embrace the aerial ring. I remember the smiles, the gasps, the applause from the audience during my performances. The thrill of the spotlight, the ecstasy of being the person in control, up there on the stage, where the world seemed small and every problem insignificant, was exhilarating🥵
Nowadays when people ask me about my journey, I always find myself saying, "If you've got a hint of curiosity and a lot of passion, then trust me, you’ll love this." The road wasn't easy, but the destination is worth it. It's empowering, beautiful, raw, and real - akin to writing your destiny with your body, painting the air with your movements, and dancing your heart out till the world fades away. The essence of who I am is woven into the fabric of my performances, where I fly, where I dance, and where I feel most alive. 💃 |
