Activity journal entry

What new challenges have I taken on when doing this activity? I have done dance for about 5 years now. I decided to challenge myself by choreographing a number to include in my studio's recital at the end of the year. I have only choreographed a dance once before and it was only for myself. This time I will create a dance for the younger kids. I am very nervous for this experience but I know I will learn a lot of important skills that will benefit me both at dance and life in general. How have my perceptions of the sport changed over time? I used to think dance was a sport and super easy. I thought that anyone could dance. Over time I have adapted my views. I no longer consider dancing a sport. However, it is an activity that takes a lot of strength and training. It is difficult and it is an activity that not everyone will be able to do. Dance is a form of art. It is used in commercial and cultural practices. Dance allows that dancer to express their emotions and tell a story, connecting with the audience. How is the activity meaningful to me?//What is the value of this sport or activity for me? I have done dance for a few years now. Over the years the value of this activity has changed a lot. There was a time that dance meant the world to me and others when I hated it and wanted to quit. I have shown preservers and have continued to dance and slowly regain my interest. My dance studio is a place where I can be myself and express my feelings in a nonverbal way, which is super important for me. I tend not to talk about my emotions with others and through this activity, I am able to share it and improve my mental health. It serves as a form of therapy but can also tear me down and feel worse. Dance has taught me skills that I use outside of the activity, for example, dedication, commitment, hard-working, self-management, and public speaking/performance. Without dance, I definitely would not be the same person I am today. How do I feel when I learn something new in this activity? Describe it. I love to learn new tricks or movements but I tend to get frustrated very easily with myself when I am unable to accomplish something. Over the years I have reflected on myself and discovered that I am a bit of a perfectionist. This trait is constantly appearing when I dance because at times I am not able to perform a move the exact way I want or need to and get mad at myself.