In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea speaks with Ashley Mowrey, a mindset coach, former dance teacher, and part of the Embody Dance Conference team. They discuss the mental and emotional challenges dancers face, such as perfectionism, body image issues, and performance anxiety. Ashley shares her journey from being a competitive dancer to becoming a mindset coach, and how her experiences fuel her passion for helping dancers thrive. She explains the unique approaches of the Embody Dance Conference, emphasizing mental health and whole-person training. Listeners will learn about practical strategies to improve self-awareness, emotional regulation, and self-compassion in dance.

Embody Dance Conference: https://www.embodydanceconference.com/

Connect with Ashley Mowrey: https://www.ashleymowrey.com/

Other Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/232

Episode Breakdown:

00:22 Meet Ashley Mowrey: Mindset Coach and Dance Advocate

00:56 Diving into Perfectionism and Mental Health in Dance

02:20 Ashley Mowrey's Dance Journey and Mental Health Struggles

06:07 Addressing Perfectionism and Negative Self-Talk

12:06 Building Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation

18:57 Supporting Younger Dancers and Body Image Issues

21:38 Embody Dance Conference: A New Approach to Conventions

36:16 Final Thoughts and Life Lessons from Dance

37:22 Conclusion and Contact Information