Be Constructive

“I think it’s good,” you say. “You’ve got a strong idea of what you want it to look like and you’ve already got a useful set of athletic skills that will help. Dancing and track aren’t the same thing, obviously, but you’ve got just as much coordination and flexibility as a dancer. Plus, it’s definitely bold.”

Liz nods along as you talk.

“Thanks, Connor, I knew I could trust you to be honest.”

{if benefits=true}You stand up and smile at her. “Hey, it’s not like I need to lie to flatter you. And it’s not like I need flattery to get in your pants. Or dress. Or shorts. Or whatever. Right?”

You pull her into a soft embrace and she returns your kiss with enthusiasm. After a moment you both pull away.{else}You lean back in your seat and smile up at your friend. “Hey, it’s not like I’d have to lie to flatter you. But it’s not like flattery is even what your looking for, right?{endif}

“That’s right.”

“So I promise that when it comes to your rehearsals I’ll be a straight shooter. Honesty is the best policy after all.”

A smile grows on Liz’s lips. She says, “So you can commit to the next two Saturdays as well?”

“Yes. That is,” you add, “as long as we’re going to put in the work to make it something you can be proud of. Your routine sounds good when you talk it through but right now it’s just an outline.”

Liz’s smile widens and she looks determined.

“Yes,” her answer is voiced with strong conviction. “I’m committed. I’m not chickening out. I’m doing this!”

The rest of your allotted hour is spent with you sat in the chair once again and Liz walking through the routine while the song plays. She focuses on getting the timing of each moment to match the song and you add in your thoughts as they come to you. When it’s time to say goodbye Liz thanks you again and says that she’ll work on it during the week and show you her progress next Saturday.

You can’t wait.