Have you ever walked into a dance floor (or really, any room) and felt the sting of not being welcomed? That awkward "where do I fit in?" moment? Yeah, us too. In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of why dance cliques form, how they hinder community growth, and simple ways to foster inclusivity. Oh, and we’re also tackling one of the trickiest dance dilemmas: how to say "no" to a dance gracefully. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

The Tango of Saying "No" To A Dance: Ever felt awkward turning down a dance? We share three simple, graceful ways to say "no" to a dance. Dance Cliques: We’ll explore the subconscious motivations or insecurities behind exclusivity and how cliquey behavior can hinder growth, certain factors that create the perfect environment for cliquey behavior, and simple ways people can feel included. Building bridges and community is everything. By understanding why cliques form and learning how to lead with hospitality and grace, we can create spaces where everyone feels they belong. — CONNECT WITH US! Instagram: www.instagram.com/fusiondancepodcast Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@fusiondancepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fusiondancepodcast 📧 Email us your topic ideas and suggestions at fusiondancepodcast@gmail.com — RESOURCES: • Wondering on where to dance in LA? Check out our list of places we’ve found at: https://bit.ly/Social-Dance-LA — RATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW US! 👍 This helps us support and reach more people just like you! Listening on APPLE Podcasts? https://bit.ly/FusionDancePodcastApple Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Listening to this on SPOTIFY? Go to https://bit.ly/FusionDancePodcastSpotify . Tap on the star icon underneath our podcast description to rate and help us out! (Rating is available on mobile app only).