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In this episode of Passion for Dance, host Dr. Chelsea explores the phrase "leave it at the door" in the dance industry and its relevance in 2025. Joined by guest expert Dr. Audrey Schnell, a psychologist and coach with over 40 years of experience, they discuss handling emotions, building resilience, self-sabotage, and the fine line between pushing oneself and taking necessary breaks.
Together, they offer valuable insights on teaching dancers to manage negative emotions without letting them interfere with performance and the importance of labeling and processing feelings. They also highlight the dual role of dance as both a source of joy and potential pain, emphasizing the need for self-love and guided encouragement in the pursuit of success.
Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/203
Connect with Dr Audrey: https://audreyschnell.com
Episode Breakdown:
00:38 Meet Dr. Audrey Schnell: Expert in Personal Development
04:38 Handling Emotions in Dance
11:15 The Importance of Resilience
21:43 Overcoming Failure and Building Resilience
22:33 Understanding Adolescent Emotions
23:39 Self-Sabotage and Emotional Management
25:10 The Impact of Change and Fear of the Unknown
29:19 Labeling and Understanding Emotions
33:15 Perfectionism in Dancers
36:41 The Healing Power of Movement
41:20 Final Thoughts and Advice
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In this episode of Passion for Dance, host Dr. Chelsea explores the phrase "leave it at the door" in the dance industry and its relevance in 2025. Joined by guest expert Dr. Audrey Schnell, a psychologist and coach with over 40 years of experience, they discuss handling emotions, building resilience, self-sabotage, and the fine line between pushing oneself and taking necessary breaks.
Together, they offer valuable insights on teaching dancers to manage negative emotions without letting them interfere with performance and the importance of labeling and processing feelings. They also highlight the dual role of dance as both a source of joy and potential pain, emphasizing the need for self-love and guided encouragement in the pursuit of success.
Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/203
Connect with Dr Audrey: https://audreyschnell.com
Episode Breakdown:
00:38 Meet Dr. Audrey Schnell: Expert in Personal Development
04:38 Handling Emotions in Dance
11:15 The Importance of Resilience
21:43 Overcoming Failure and Building Resilience
22:33 Understanding Adolescent Emotions
23:39 Self-Sabotage and Emotional Management
25:10 The Impact of Change and Fear of the Unknown
29:19 Labeling and Understanding Emotions
33:15 Perfectionism in Dancers
36:41 The Healing Power of Movement
41:20 Final Thoughts and Advice
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