In this episode of Staying Grounded, Amanda, Melody, and Jon dive into the tangled world of tango insecurities. From overthinking every step to wondering why certain dancers never invite you, we explore how doubt shows up on the dance floor—and what you can actually do about it.

We break down the difference between genuine skill gaps and the stories we invent in our heads, why feedback from your peers matters more than you think, the role of personal “dance dialects,” and how community dynamics can accidentally feed (or soothe) insecurity.

What We Cover:

• Why insecurity doesn’t disappear with experience

• How to ask for useful feedback (without spiraling)

• Understanding “dance dialects” and why some partnerships click

• Rejection myths: what it usually really means

• How social dynamics—not skill—shape who gets seen

• Strategies for reframing intrusive “I’m not good enough” thoughts

• The difference between internal work and external goals

We’d love to hear your experiences—share your insecurities and how you’ve handled them through our site or social channels.

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Produced by Amanda Garley, Melody Yazdani, and Jon Zhang

Edited by Jon Zhang

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