133. How Dance Teachers Can Turn Comparison into Inspiration

Have you ever looked at another dance teacher who you admire and just felt jealous or had the thought, “How can I compare myself to these top people in the industry whose career I wish I had,” and then use that comparison for inspiration, or if you get trapped in that sense of, “I’ll never get there.” If you’ve ever had these thoughts, you’re probably a passionate dance teacher or someone who also gets caught in a comparison trap. Here’s the thing though: comparison doesn't have to make you feel so isolated or feel less than or stuck. Comparison can be a source of inspiration.

In this episode, I’ll share a bit about my own experience of getting caught in the comparison trap. We’ll also talk about the red flags that come up as a teacher when comparison is holding you back and how you can help your dancers get out of the comparison trap mindset to find confidence and inspiration. I hope this episode helps you pause and consider how you can shift your perspective from the comparison trap to using others as inspiration!

Episode Resources: https://chelseapierotti.com/133

Key Highlights -

• [1m 56s] - My Experience With Comparison
• [3m 26s] - The Comparison Trap is a Normal Experience
• [4m 04s] - Signs Comparison is Holding You Back
• [6m 55s] - Ask Yourself These Three Questions
• [10m 38s] - How to Address Comparison as a Teacher
• [13m 29s] - Helping to Shift Your Dancers’ Comparison Mindset