Being in ballet class, being on the stage, being surrounded by my peers at American Ballet Theater every day, keeps me so humble and grounded. Being in ballet class, I feel, is like this meditation for me every morning.
Misty CopelandRead
My curves became an integral part of who I am as a dancer, not something I needed to lose to become one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embracing one's unique body shape can enhance self-expression and identity in art, especially in dance.
Misty Copeland's quote emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the idea that individual traits, such as body curves, contribute to one's identity and artistry. She asserts that instead of conforming to societal standards of beauty, dancers should celebrate their unique physical attributes as integral to their performance and personal value.
Themes
Body PositivitySelf-AcceptanceDanceIdentityArtistry
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a dance workshop to inspire dancers to appreciate their bodies.
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It's hard to be the one that stands out when, you know, in a ballet company, you're trying to create unison and uniform when you're in a corps de ballet.
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