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"Greedy" Human nature~

1/8/2018

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​It seems to be part of the human nature to never feel satisfied. 

Two before this Varna competition, I discovered that I have a minor tear on my psoas muscle and my doctor suggested me not to do Varna. I then wished to be able to come to Varna and try doing the first Round.......

Then, very fortunately, and with the help of different medical professionals, I was able to do the first round without too much pain, and I got admitted to the Second Round! They actually eliminated more than 70% of the candidates for the Second Round, I didn't expect the selection to be so severe. I was satisfied for one second, that I wished to enter the Third and final Round. 

With much surprise, I entered the third Round! I was overjoyed! And felt satisfied for one day, then the next evening, I had a stage rehearsal for the Third Round. I then got nervous about the results. 

I pushed myself hard, to make sure that my Third Round was presentable and nice, so that I could have a chance to get a prize. We were no more than 6 senior boys in the final. 

The final went very well for me! I waited for the results and really wished to be laureate. Then, I was a laureate! I thought, "oh! what could I ask for more?" I felt satisfied and very happy, without knowing what exactly the prize was. 

On the night of the closing ceremony, it was announced that I got a Special Prize for Outstanding Artistry, while I was hoping to get a medal. I was a bit disappointed, but hey! Stop! Disappointed? Oh Chun Wing, you were so greedy! At the beginning of this story, you couldn't even come to Varna! After each accomplishment you expect even more, and never realise how far you've come from. 

No expectation, no disappointment. Let's look at what we already have and be grateful. 

And I shall celebrate, and treat myself well in the coming two weeks of real holiday, finally!~ For being the last survivor and only laureate of the individual senior male group in this year's Varna International Ballet competition. 
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5 Comments
Anna
2/8/2018 12:56:08 pm

Congratulations!! Really happy for you. Yes, I totally understand the greed part - as a perfectionist it is indeed hard to ever be satisfied. Sometimes one just has to step back and look at the overall situation that way. Congrats once again! On the other hand, can you write a post describing the different styles of ballet, particularly the French school style and how it differs from others?? I kind of have an idea but would love to know more from a professional. Many thanks in advance! Congrats congrats and congrats!

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Lily
4/8/2018 12:04:32 pm

Congratulations Chun Wing!
What a nice experience. It was very interesting to read your different articles about of optimism feels as a dancer to participate to such a competition.

I am very happy for you that you made it to the third round.
I completely understand this vicious circle of never being satisfied and always wanting something better next...
I can also imagine how disappointing it has been not getting any medals but to be honest, I think there was no other prize that could fit you better than the one you got. “Outstanding” is really the right word.
To me, ballet is only about artistry. Technique can be achieved by anybody who works a lot and has basic ballet physical abilities. Also it depends on stress and lot of other factors ....
Artistry is different, you have it or not and I think it is very rare in what I see in the ballet world nowadays....

When I watch you dancing I feel that you are different.

You can be proud of you. Enjoy your well deserved holidays and take care of your hip.
Also finger crossed for opportunities next season !

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iWings
9/8/2018 01:55:10 am

Congratulations! You won physically, artistically and psychologically!

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Michael
9/8/2018 09:09:55 pm

Congratulations! And I think you are right about the human condition. Why must it be so damned hard to just feel grateful? But when we can remember to be grateful it is very satisfying indeed. Big congrats here!

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WINNIE LEUNG
16/8/2018 06:48:24 pm

Hi, Chun Wing,

How are you? I missed lots of fun in here, but finally picked up your latest news!

Congratulations! Chun Wing. As always, you want to be perfect in every little piece of performance, not to say competition. I really want to see your piece for this competition. Do you think we will have a chance?

Are you prepared to go home for holidays? Summer is almost over. I guess you really need a good rest after all! Also rest for your mind too.

Best Regards,
Winnie

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