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When wanting is not enough drag king culture Oct 26, 2021

Have you ever been perplexed by the things that you want to do but can’t bring yourself to do consistently? Maybe there were activities that you used to do when you were younger and now, even though you want to do them, for the life of you, you can’t seem to get them done.

Yoga has been that kind o...

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Who do I work with? drag king culture Oct 19, 2021

Hello, my friend!

In case we haven’t met yet, let me introduce myself. You might have questions about the work I do and who I work with.

I empower LGBTQIA+ people through the body using the modalities of dance, yoga and tantra so that we can stay sane, be 100% at home in our own skin and tap into ...

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Block 13: LGBTQIA+ community of refugees facing daily violence free block 13 in the media Oct 07, 2021

An online version of Queers of Joy, the twice-monthly event showcasing trans, non-binary and gender diverse performers in Sydney, Australia was not part of the plan. It was co-producer, Gabriel who said, “I think we should do an online show. I think the community needs it.” Co-producer, Malaika was ...

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When you’re feeling ‘meh’, get up to something drag king culture Sep 28, 2021

If you’re feeling like the colour has gone out of life a little during this lockdown, you’re not alone. Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist talks about a useful middle ground between depression and flourishing recently in the NY Times. When you feel a little ‘meh’ but you’re not dealing with ...

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The four pillars of human magnetism drag king culture Sep 21, 2021

Do you feel good in your body? Are you 100% at home in your skin? Do you feel connected – with yourself, with others, and with something bigger than yourself? Can you recognise the gift you are to the world? These are the four pillars to developing your human magnetism.

What is human magnetism? It...

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Danica Lani
Lockdown fun online: Show Ponies shoutout on ABC Radio Sydney!
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Lockdown fun online: Show Ponies shoutout on ABC Radio Sydney! in the media Sep 14, 2021

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Costumes galore, sequins or binders, false eyelashes or beards, these are what friendships are made of. Beginning our Show Ponies and Kings of Joy All-Stars season from lockdown and rehearsing once a week online has become something to look forward to. Stepping into a Diva or Drag ...

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