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A mental health podcast just for ballet dancers.

We're bringing together mental health experts from all corners of the ballet world to explore how ballet training impacts the mental health of dancers and what they can do to help them "Dance; Better."

18/09/2022

How many students have to have high levels of anxiety before they’re willing to change?

40%? 50%? 80%?

While this research is from one collegiate program, it’s not far fetched to realize these mental health patterns are prevalent in ballet schools, companies, and collegiate programs around the country and around the world.

If you’re ready to initiate change in your ballet environment, I encourage you to join (and invite your teacher/director) .are.minding and .milner for their latest educational series on mental health

Over 3 consecutive Sundays in October, this series is only $50 for early bird pricing!!

“Raising the Barre for Mental Health DEEP DIVE: a petite series for dance teachers and leaders to go deeper mental health issues in dance”

Registration is live at the link in bio .are.minding 💛

Do you feel like these stats are reflective of your own studio or company?

06/09/2022

I used to think my ballet teacher could do no wrong and have no fault… 👀

Then as I grew through my teen years, I realized things weren’t adding up.

And as I mustered the courage to leave dance, the chaos that was imbedded in my brain because more clear.

I don’t believe ballet teachers have malicious intent necessarily, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a LOT of unlearning to do to find happiness as a teen or adult navigating the complexities of their relationship with dance.

There’s a lot to unlearn there 🙇🏻‍♀️

If you’re going through this, please remember you are not alone.

You got this!!!

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29/08/2022

✨You don’t have to overthink it✨

Hey, dancer!

Have you tried some of these??

They’re pretty straightforward, not very time consuming, and can have a GREAT impact on your mental health!

Watch out for our upcoming posts and reels for some additional info on our favorite ways to care for our mental health and HOW you can do them too!

11/08/2022

Mindfulness takes practice, just like fouettes. 💁🏻‍♀️

Are you allowing yourself to practice this new skill?

Shame, guilt, anger, frustration, sadness, and other negative emotions can get in the way when you’re trying to push your boundaries, get out of your comfort zone, and try something new…

…EVEN IF it’s something that is good for you!

What if you could honor alllll your emotions as they are? What would that look like for you? What if you could allow them to exist AND allow them move on? Kinda like letting go of an old grudge or moving past grief. Some cool ways to move through those emotions could be journaling, self reflection, or talking to a therapist.

What is your favorite or most reliable way to release negative/low-energy emotions? Tell me in the comments–it just might help someone else out too 💛

09/08/2022

Remember your worth, and go shine this week!

01/08/2022

Hey friends! Long time no see 👋🏼

I’m SO excited to be back with the Dance Better Podcast team & will be taking over social media for the next several weeks while your podcast host and new mama Sarah Schiewer is on maternity leave 💛

Season two brought many new followers and new guests, so allow me to introduce myself! 🙋🏻‍♀️

My name is Courtney Ulrich 🩰 I’m a former preprofessional ballet dancer, current massage therapist, and Aroma Freedom practitioner.

If you’ve listened from the beginning of the podcast, you may recognize my voice from season one where I was a co-host with Sarah!

I have several ideas for what to post, but what do YOU want to see from this page as you lead off into the new school year???

Comedic relief?
Q&A?
Practical tips?
Expert advice?

Let me know in the comments. After all, this project was started for ✨you✨ and we all know how wonky August can be in the ballet world 😉

See ya soon!

24/06/2022

Today I spoke with Nina Madsen Puckett of Erase the Stigma Through Dance. She very bravely shares her journey with her mental health and how that journey has inspired a platform for mental health advocacy. It is so amazing what has come out of her adversity, and it is truly a beautiful thing.

03/06/2022

SUCCESS … the other week, we learned a lot about defining success and navigating challenges throughout your career. This little visual is a great reminder that you're on the path to success no matter what challenge you face in your career!⁠
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