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Dancing Through Life's Transitions: A conversation with Tania Segura
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Tania shares her journey from mother of three to co-founder of Melbourne's vibrant Cuban dance crew Rakata, exploring how a single dance class at age 30 completely transformed her life path.
• Beginning dance at 30 and discovering that Cuban salsa allowed her to flourish without classical training
• Transferring teaching skills from classroom to dance floor by breaking complex movements into simple steps
• Creating a dance curriculum focused on skills and expression rather than specific genres
• Learning to recognise and assert your worth in creative industries
• Honouring the cultural origins and storytelling aspects of Cuban dance
• Being signed by a modelling agency at age 50 after applying on impulse
• Appearing on SBS Insight's 50th anniversary special through a Facebook application
• Embracing midlife transitions and menopause as an opportunity for self-prioritisation
• Finding joy in trying new things without fear of failure
• The importance of creative expression and play as essential human activities
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Tania's Dance Journey (00:00:00)
2. From Teacher to Dance Instructor (00:07:12)
3. Cuban Dance and Cultural Storytelling (00:14:24)
4. Learning Your Worth in the Arts (00:21:34)
5. Modelling at Fifty: New Beginnings (00:30:54)
6. SBS Insight and Embracing Opportunities (00:37:04)
7. The Wisdom of Menopause (00:43:18)
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