Sharp Moves, Sharper Attitude: The Art of Dancing Disgust by Marithel

When I was little, I wore tiny ballet shoes and twirled with the innocence of a beginner ballerina. Back then, dance felt like a fairy tale. But as I grew older, I tried new things. I found myself in gymnastics, pushing myself to new limits, even almost competed in a national competition. Yet, just when I was close to reaching higher, self-doubt stopped me. I stepped back, and for a while, I felt as if I had shut the stage lights off on myself. 

But ever since that moment I made a promise deep inside me that “if ever dance returns to me, I will never hesitate again.” Just like “Disgust” from Inside Out, I want to be sharp and
always ready to stand my ground. I realized dance is not just about moving perfectly but it’s about owning the stage with confidence. Disgust’s energy reminds me that performance is not only about skill but also about attitude. And just like that, opportunities came, and this time, I went for it without looking back. From attending dance classes, to joining school dance teams, to winning some competitions, to even winning the title of Best Performer at prom, I’ve carried my passion for dance like it’s a part of me I can’t live without.

Looking back, I see that my journey in dance hasn’t been consistent. It started with ballet, then gymnastics, stopped with self doubt, but despite that, I still came back with promise. And through it all, my passion for dance remains unstoppable. Like Disgust, I tend to dance with edge, with wit, and with fire, because for me, dance isn’t just my hobby, it’s my second language; my way of telling the world who I am through movements.