Make The Girl Dance ------------------------------------------------------------------39-baby | Baby Baby

“I need to stop waiting to be made to feel something,” she said. “I need to dance because I want to. For me.”

Leo smiled. “You don’t stop it by force. You stop it by listening to what it’s actually saying.” “I need to stop waiting to be made

Repetitive thoughts or desires aren’t always signs of madness — sometimes they’re your mind’s way of asking you to pay attention. When you feel stuck in a loop, stop trying to escape it. Instead, ask: What is this feeling really needing from me? The answer is rarely more of the same chase. It’s usually the courage to choose yourself first. “You don’t stop it by force

Maya pressed play. The bass thumped. The chant began — baby baby baby — but this time, she closed her eyes and let the repetition wash over her differently. Instead, ask: What is this feeling really needing from me