What if the way you see yourself is shaping the way you dance—and the way others experience you at the milonga?

Tango isn’t just about steps; it’s about presence. And yet, so many dancers hesitate, shrink, or second-guess themselves because they don’t feel they “look” the part. But does appearance really determine connection, or is something deeper at play?

In this episode, I dive into the unspoken anxieties of body image in tango—how age, size, and self-perception shape our experience on the dance floor. I explore the invisible factors that make a dancer magnetic, the surprising ways confidence is built (or broken), and why the most unforgettable tandas have nothing to do with how you look in the mirror.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you belong in tango the way you are, this one’s for you.

It’s hard to be objective about your own dancing.

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Chapters:

00:00 Body Image and Self-Perception

02:34 The Tango Experience and Age

02:54 Cultural Influences on Body Image

06:16 Shifts in Beauty Standards

07:38 The Impact of Tango on Body Image

08:44 Navigating Body Image and Self-Perception

10:01 The Power of Focus in Dance

14:16 Posture and Its Impact on Movement

16:24 Facial Expressions and Engagement

19:36 Clothing Choices and Body Confidence

24:06 Redefining Beauty in DanceSteph’s message

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