Passion for Dance
Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.
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146. "Dream On" with U of Minnesota Coach Amanda Gaines
If you’re a part of the dance world, you probably saw the University of Minnesota's jazz dance routine at UDA Nationals with the passion and technique and the now viral turn section. But how do they pull off two incredible …
148. Dancers: If you wan to reach the next level, develop GRIT
Have you heard of grit? Even if you haven’t, I bet you've seen it or you've felt it. Grit is the mental skill that could be the difference between getting that challenging turn section or staying stuck at your current …
184. The 3 Daily Habits of Successful Dancers
The best performers in the world didn't get to where they are through magic, nor did they get there overnight. The best path to your personal best is to focus on those small, daily habits that add up to consistent …
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188. Mentally Prepare for Competition with These 6 Mental Skills
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187. Nutcracker Chronicles: Touching Stories and Helpful Advice from …
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186. Turning Pressure into Power: Helping Young Dancers Reframe Stress
I've talked to hundreds and hundreds of dancers all over the world, and I hear from each of them about the heavy load they experience as dancers. There's pressure to perform. We never feel like we have enough time to …
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