āļøĀ Coffee with Kelsey ā Episode 18: Chasing Perfect vs. Becoming Excellent
šļøĀ Hosted by, Kelsey Kizina ā 7-Time Award-Winning Professional Ballroom Coach
šÆ Topic: Breaking free from perfectionism and learning to train for excellence instead.
In this episode, Iām diving deep into one of the biggest challenges I see in dancers, parents, and even fellow professionals āĀ perfectionism.
Iām talking about what perfectionism really is (and what itās not), how it hides behind the idea of ādiscipline,ā and how it quietly holds so many dancers back from growing, enjoying, and performing at their best.
I also share a personal story from my own professional journey ā a time when I let perfectionism take over, and how it nearly cost me my love for the sport. It was a turning point that completely changed how I approach training, coaching, and mindset ā and I want to help you make that same shift.
Whether youāre a young dancer pushing for progress, a parent trying to support your child, or a coach balancing high standards with compassion, this episode will help you tradeĀ pressure for purposeĀ andĀ fear for focus.
If this episode speaks to you, and youāre ready to start breaking free from perfectionism and building real, sustainable growth ā Iād love to work with you.
I offerĀ private coaching for all agesĀ ā from beginners just starting their journey to advanced competitors looking to sharpen their edge. Weāll focus on mindset, performance, and the technical details that make your dancing strong, confident, and consistent.
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Thanks for listening, and remember ā excellence isnāt about being flawless. Itās about showing up, learning, and growing forward every single day.