Dance Where There Has Never Been a Dance Floor

By Sue Rice

Paul writes in his creed, “I will be the prisoner of nothing. I am someone special.” In order to live a Level 10 life, you need to believe in yourself and your ability to live with true joy. Joy can take place at any time or place and can be as simple as seeing an amazing sunset, or even celebrating as you watch someone else receive a gift. Experiencing joy is not only fun, it’s also healthy. Don’t be afraid to show others your enthusiasm for life. You only live once, so enjoy every second.

I had a friend who taught others how to embrace the magical moments of life. She made a lasting memory as she showed us that simple celebrations could be turned into a picture that would not only be fun for those directly involved, but also for others who witness the moment. They experience joy with us – and remember it!

One lasting memory was my birthday – a big one you know – and my friends took me on a weeklong trip. Little did I know we would stop to sing and dance at every place we visited, especially places supposedly too small for a dance floor. Everyone would get in the spirit and move tables and chairs to join us in our craziness because the joy was contagious! We now call it the Birthday Season. As we look back on this occasion and others like it, we remember our courage to step out and enjoy the moment, no matter what people thought of us. Six months later, my friends revisited the area, and people recognized them as “celebrities” – from YouTube, of course.

My question to you is: are you going to live life to its fullest or let others deny you the joy of having memorable moments? Don’t be a prisoner of other people’s thoughts. You alone can make this attitude happen, but it helps to have friends who get it.

When was the last time you took a risk - whether it was traveling to a place you have never been, dancing in the street just because you felt like it, or simply trusting your gut? Living your life at Level 10 gives you the courage to exceed your own expectations. It gives you the courage to go after the life you dream about. Believe in yourself first, believe in others, and spread your joy.

Trust in yourself – be BOLD with energy. Take the first step to dream your dream, and don’t be shy to tell others. You will soon see that your courage will empower others to share your zeal for a more fulfilled life.

Get up and dance to life!