As a film student, I've felt the same camaraderie that I experienced during team sports. Working out at The Barre Code and working on film crews has helped me achieve the same sense of community I have been longing for in a physical setting. The more I push myself in Barre class, the harder I push myself in my creative work. I've learned to be a better motivational leader too because of the great role models at The Barre code. My own personal elaboration with the sense of sportsmanship in these structured classes at The Barre Code is similar to the support and leadership built into the hierarchy in film production classes here at U of M that keep me coming back.
Being a part of a team and being supportive is important to me. These social and environmental aspects are crucial external influences for me to continue in a program like this.
Whether it's sports or a film crew, I'm heavily influenced by a feeling of nostalgia, a yearning to relive past experiences that I enjoyed (like the support from my fellow players in team sports growing up) (Babin, 79). Throughout my life, I have been a very habitual consumer when it comes to products and activities. I'm used to an active lifestyle, and I miss it when it is not a part of my life.
If you want to learn more about the sense of community and hard work I'm talking about, check out the The Barre Code's Instagram Account. You'll see posts regarding healthy eating, new stretches, and meditation that all support the strong, motivational environment that I love so much. I'm a very visual person, and this really draws me - from my love of film/photography, to my craving for inspirational messages!
