Have you ever felt stuck inside your own thoughts—like you want to express yourself more, but something holds you back? Whether it’s fear of judgment, self-doubt, or just not feeling confident enough, that feeling can make it hard to be fully yourself—even in spaces where you want to belong. This panel is a practical, supportive guide to breaking out of that “shell” and building real confidence. We’ll explore why those feelings show up, how they shape your behavior, and how to take small, manageable steps to become more comfortable being yourself. You’ll leave with simple tools to build self-esteem, trust yourself more, and carry that confidence with you—both in fandom spaces and in everyday life.
Set to the song Immortals, featured in the animated movie, Big Hero 6, attendees will learn a choreography that will be performed as part of a flash mob performance in the outdoor terrace later in the weekend! Fursuits welcome but not required! And if you don’t wish to be in the flash mob, but want to learn the choreography, you’re welcome to join for just the class!
If you can't come to this practice, here's a link to watch a video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjTPiDzUzgA
Come join us for some beginner friendly yoga! No experience needed, we'll walk through the steps together and just have a nice, calm time before the con chaos truly begins. If wanted, please bring your own yoga mat!
Back for a third year, Pyro the Husky is here to help you shake off the pressure of meeting new people! Discover fun, practical tips for making genuine connections, inspired by psychology, sociology, and years of experience as a teacher and salesperson. Whether you're a convention veteran or your first con, come build confidence, meet fellow furs, and make some new friends together!
