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Changing Lives One Shimmy At A Time

The Sensational Summer Hafla/ Shimmy Mob Louisville, KY 2024 has concluded. We had a blast on Saturday May 11th here in the Kentuckiana Valley. On World Bellydance Day we gathered together not only to have a good time and catch up, but to help raise money for our local action center, The Center for Woman and Families. 

During the day, Shimmy Mob Louisville gathered on the waterfront and performed while raising money on the Big 4 Walking bridge platform. Truthfully, I was very very tried from all the prep work, checking in to the AirBnB, and communicating with all the performers bout the lineup and any changes we had to make. But everyone showed there support by performing the main choreography and participating in the secondary one which involved audience participation.

This years crew consisted of many people whom had never danced any style before and a few whom had never danced bellydance. 

At the hafla, we had many local performers and supports from around the region as well fellowshipped to the beat of the tunes. Grateful for MarleyVon and Samira for headlining along with myself.  We had a few people not make the evening event, but sent love and shimmies their way. This is one of many gatherings for this year. Be sure to stay tuned to the Devi Dance Studio® website for updates and upcoming events. https://www.DeviDanceStudio.com

The VP of The Center's Marketing and Outside Outreach spent time in Jordan and Egypt. He said he was very impressed and happy to be apart of something like this as it reminded him of his time abroad. 

This made me super grateful. I am glad to have  made all of the food except for the baklava and the roasted veggies. (The veggies and baklava was made by one of the Shimmy Mob participants) I had a feeling there would be people from or spent time or was of the culture at the event. I didn't want them to try the hummus and it not be authentic. lol I noticed most store bought hummus was made with canola or soybean oil and not olive oil. 

Having something positive to do is important to the healing process. It can be one of the key elements in victims becoming survivors. Getting out of victim mode is not easy and looks differently for everyone. It is just as important to be gently with those going though recovery. 

I recently heard something that was very profound and possibly something I have always known, but didn't have the best phrasing. "The opposite of trauma is play." Which when you think about it, is very true. But sometimes allowing yourself to play can be hard as processing the trauma and going through it can be difficult. 

One of the many things abusers do is limit free thinking, play, happy moments, negate the curious nature, limit interactions, and create conditions/environment where brainwashing/or changing/manipulating the narrative as a way to control them or a situation. Some people and places use these tactics to keep people low and instill physiological phrases so later on in life it makes it hard for them as a person to be their authentic self, explore, live, and play. Often times without proper help and support, victims will subconsciously seek out similar emotional limits, people, places, and things thinking they are doing better, but they are not.

There is no shame in getting help, going to counseling/therapy, and belonging to authentic helpful support groups.  It is important to do things that are different, experience different cultures, and learn new things so you can not only reprogram your own thoughts, but to allow the healing process to thrive in your life. Mental and physical health is just as important as having a safe place to live, income, and quality of life.

One of the Goddess Life with Tahulla Setsena Principals is, "You are the only You you have!" Let that sink in. You are important, and have the right to existence just like anyone else. We are not meant to always be subservient, obedient, quite, or limited. Ask questions, have adventures, laugh, sing, dance, create, appreciate, write, think, study, love and live for yourself. It is honorable to do things for and with yourself. Remember you don't need permission from anyone to do the things that are healthy and happy for you in your life.  

Focusing on yourself can be hard to start, but when you do stick with it. It's just like dance. Many people don't even try because they are afraid of not being good at it, it being a waste of time, or what other people think. These limits can hinder your own growth and thoughts because you stop yourself before you even get started. We as a society need to stop focusing on being the most perfect prodigy at something, but should strive for the healthy ability to be motivated in the process of doing things. This can help lower jealous/envious and doubtful emotions which often stop the best outcome in most areas of life. 

Be inspired, but not envious. Allow good counsel, but not gaslighting. Forgiveness is for you and not anyone else. Be gentle with yourself. You are worthy of peace and happiness. Nice and kind are not the same thing. Also allow yourself to know the difference and how it feels to be held accountable, but not disrespected. Allow yourself to recognize those who are comfortable with hindering you, for they not your friends or family. There is no shame in leaving and saying no. You owe it to yourself to do better for you by you. 

Not everyday will be perfect and there may be times where you don't have the energy to go forth and prosper. That is okay. It's not really healthy to give 110% at everything you do all the time. Rest, existing, and fulfillment will be different for everyone. Celebrating and being safe with these difference could be the vibe your heart needs. 

To find out about Shimmy Mob (A world wide organization) go to: https://www.ShimmyMob.com

For more info about The Center for Woman and Families visit: https://www.thecenteronline.org and to donate on behalf of Shimmy Mob Louisville, KY/Kentuckiana use our unique link of: https://tinyurl.com/ShimmyMob

To donate to Devi Dance Studio® so we can help bring things like this and many others to the community visit: http://paypal.me/devidancestudious Feel free to follow Devi Dance Studio® on various social media outlets and on our website: https://www.DeviDanceStudio.com 

Hugs until the next article,

Tahulla Setsena <3 

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After making a shirt supporting Domestic Violence Awareness month, @knockedloose have finally been able to bring their donation to The Center for Women and Families (@thecenteronline) https://t.co/sTkr2iB7dY

After making a shirt supporting Domestic Violence Awareness month, @knockedloose have finally been able to bring their donation to The Center for Women and Families (@thecenteronline) https://t.co/sTkr2iB7dY

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We have a special treat tonight!!! Jenn Elfi Thomas of Jenn's Jewelry Store will be having a Live Online Jewelry Event Sale. 10% of the sales tonight will go to help out Shimmy Mob Louisville, KY / Kentuckiana. Don't miss out on these lead/nickel free items that most of them are just $5 each. Tune in to the live feed via facebook. Or purchase directly from her website:  https://paparazziaccessories.com/261254/?fbclid=IwAR3lv3tt5kpbPat6y2ufI07Suv9LuTmsUEgP0OASB5fX_nLefFL7XJyN8qg Mention this post so we can receive the proceeds. Thank you. 

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Shimmy Mob 2019 Official Video Louisville, KY/ Kentuckiana World Belly ...

Shimmy Mob 2019 Official Video for Louisville, KY/ Kentuckiana World Belly Dance Day. We danced to raise awareness and raise money for @thecenteronline The Center for Women and Families on May 11, 2019. Converging in 3 places, we were able to have fun for a good cause. With dancers from all over, this flash mob style performance allowed people to experience a multi-cultural event. Join us for a new event in September of 2019. Sign up at www.shimmymob.com between now and June 30, 2019. More details to follow. For additional info visit: www.devidancestudio.com

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April has so many different things going for it. A lot of awareness month post you will see but also don't forget that April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sometimes sexual assault gets overlooked or brushed aside. But it is very important to educate yourself, loved ones, and children about consent, who and where to report to, if you're not being heard talk to someone else, and the importance of getting counseling.

The more we actively talk about sexual health, experiences, awareness, and proper relationships (friendships, romantic, and in the workforce) eventually sexual assault will be a thing of the past.

Parents start talking to your kids early about the importance of their body and being respectful of others. This way if a situation happens they are already equipped on knowing what to do and how to get away from an attacker. Also they will be aware of what to do if they know someone who is being attacked or abused.

We need to stop shaming those who have been victims and survivors. Everyone needs support for a healthy lifestyle. Recovery from sexual assault can be just as hard as recovery from anything else.

So as we venture into April, let us be mindful of our actions and how we interact with others. #shimmymob2019 #thecenteronline #devidancestudio #sexualassaultsurvivors #sexualassaultawareness #nomeansno #April #getconsent #educationandteaching #Shimmymob #thecenterforwomenandfamiles #Metoo #neveragain #shimmymoblouisvilleky #shimmymobkentuckiana