The Belly Dance Chronicles Jan/Feb/Mar/Apr 2023 Volume 21, Issue 1 | Page 9

Are you an ICON ?

What makes an ICON ?

By Ma * Shuqa Mira Murjan and Amaya Photos by Carl F . Sermon
What defines an Icon ? Maybe you are one ? By definition , “ icons ” are a representation , which could be in the form of a portrait , likeness , or symbol that embodies an ideal or exemplar of a high standard .
What defines a Star and Icon ? Stars are celebrated , prominent leaders in their field , wellknown , and luminaries . They are among the select few and the best of their community of elite professionals .
Among exceptionally talented , respected individuals , there is an aura , a reflective feeling , an impression illustrative of the strength of character . They have a persona that results from sensational characteristics that define quality in their field .
What defines an icon and star are qualities from their personage and , based on their talent and skills , are people of substance and worth . They have merit , appeal , and share their special knowledge and talent and thus have a significant impact on others .
Icons are Stars who make meaningful contributions Stars who are icons have accrued merit and distinction through their meaningful contributions to their community of interest . They have integrity with goals and behaviors that are honest . They share a distinctive difference , meritorious conduct , and achievement that bring their worthy accolades .
Icons are characteristically idiosyncratic individuals whose capability , abilities , and aptitude indicate accomplishment . Therefore , they deserve merit as they have earned distinction due to hard work to secure high-quality achievement for themselves and on behalf of others they teach . Interestingly , the term “ idiosyncratic credit ” means the creation of credit by an individual based on their behavior , actions , and performance according to accepted standards by the group within which one exists .
Icons who are stars have used their creative talent and skill to produce , fashion , invent , originate , and introduce a unique signature . In addition , they engender accolades from their community due to their efforts to create and bring events , festivals , shows , and other opportunities that support professional growth and share knowledge and skills .
When thinking about leaders in our Oryantale dance community , we consider measurements that define excellence and high standards in our field of Oryantale dance . Icons have a vision giving them a clear sense of purpose to fulfill their passion .
Visionary Professionals A visionary has a mental picture of what you desire . A vision provides hope and a desire to work harder to achieve goals . Clear goals are essential in moving the vision forward , but having an idea includes inspiration and motivation and a believe-in-yourself mentality driven by your passion .
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