Episodes 241
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 5.0 (68)
Since Feb 2021
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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About This Podcast

You train extensively as a dancer, but what about mental training? Have you ever trained your mental skills like confidence, focus, or resilience? When you tune in to Passion for Dance, that mental training is precisely what you get. You can learn from a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry and can teach you how to elevate your performance and truly thrive on and off stage. Welcome to Passion for Dance, where your host, Dr. Chelsea, will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week, you will learn actionable strategies and new mindsets to build happier, more successful dancers. Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. But now, psychological research has taught us more about mental health and resilience than ever before, and it's time to change our industry for the better. Being a dancer teaches us critical life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to suffer before we can build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying our self-esteem. The path to personal growth is full of joy, self-discovery, and challenging roadblocks, but we don't have to figure it out alone. This podcast is for all of us to connect, learn, and share our passion for dance with the world.

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Recent Episodes

A Note from Dr. Chelsea & the Future of the Show

Jan 29, 2026 2m Bonus

While the show is on hold, you can check out all past 200+ episodes with all of the support and advice you expect from Dr. Chelsea. https://passionfordancepodcast.com If you have any questions or…

234: Feeling STUCK as a Coach and Navigating Career Transitions

Jan 22, 2026 13m

In this episode of 'Passion for Dance,' Dr. Chelsea delves into career transitions… when do you know it's time for something new? She breaks down five key strategies to help navigate these pivotal…

233. Nourishing Dance: Conversations on Food, Body Image, and Wellness with Monika Saigal

Dec 18, 2025 42m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea interviews Monika Seigel, MS, RD, CEDS-C, CDN a registered dietician, nutritionist and certified eating disorder specialist with a background in…

232. A More Positive Convention Experience: Perfectionism, Confidence & Body Image with Ashley Mowrey

Dec 11, 2025 38m

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…

231. Ballet's Harsh Beauty and the Life Lessons we Learn, with Emily Sayre Smith

Dec 04, 2025 37m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, host Dr. Chelsea interviews former professional dancer and author Emily Sayre Smith. They delve into Emily's memoir 'Smart Ass Memoir of a Mouthy Girl,'…

230. How to Be a Mentally Tough Dancer Using The Power of the Four Cs

Nov 20, 2025 17m

In this episode, Dr. Chelsea explores the concept of mental toughness in dancers by breaking down the Four C's: Control, Commitment, Challenge, and Confidence. She provides practical strategies for…

229. Cultivating Accountability and Work Ethic in Dance Teams: Insights from 3 Coaches

Nov 13, 2025 59m

In this special episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses strategies for fostering accountability and work ethic in dance teams with three distinguished coaches—Arianna from Washington,…

228. Self-Compassion in Dance: How to Balance Ambition with Kindness

Nov 06, 2025 14m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea talks about self-compassion in dancers who are usually very hard on themselves. Inspired by a listener's question, the episode explores how treating…

227. Filling Buckets: A Simple Team Exercise for Connection and Kindness

Oct 23, 2025 6m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea shares a team-building exercise inspired by the children's book 'Have You Filled a Bucket Today?' The activity focuses on fostering connection and…

226. Why Your Dance Team Has Cliques and 5 Ways to Handle It

Oct 16, 2025 16m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses the negative impacts of cliques within dance teams and offers strategies to foster a more inclusive team culture. She shares 5 practical…

225. Building Lasting Confidence in Dance: It Takes More than Affirmations

Oct 09, 2025 14m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses the importance of building real, durable confidence in dancers. She explains that true confidence doesn't come from simply repeating…

224. Motivation Vs. Discipline: Winning the Battle Against Procrastination

Oct 02, 2025 13m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses the common issue of procrastination among dancers and offers practical strategies to overcome it. She highlights the importance of…

223. What High-Achieving Dancers Do Differently

Sep 25, 2025 13m

In this episode of 'Passion for Dance,' Dr. Chelsea explores the science behind peak performance for dancers, and shares the science-backed tools that help you reach your personal best. Dr. Chelsea…

222. Navigating College Dance Team Recruitment with Abbey Nugent

Sep 18, 2025 34m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, host Dr. Chelsea discusses the college dance team recruiting process with Abbey Nugent, founder of Studio 2 Stadium. Abbey, a seasoned dance teacher and coach,…

221. How to Create a Goal-Driven Culture Without Burning Out Your Dancers

Sep 11, 2025 15m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses the delicate balance coaches need to create a goal-driven culture that promotes success without causing stress and burnout. She covers…

220. Building Confidence That Lasts: Strategies Every Dancer Needs

Sep 04, 2025 13m

Are you ready to break the cycle of self-doubt and build lasting confidence? In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea reveals the secret to building confidence: the Confidence Loop. Discover…

219. 5 Trust Breakers Sabotaging Your Dance Team's Success and How to Fix Them

Aug 28, 2025 12m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea explores the importance of trust in building a positive dance team culture. She highlights five common trust breakers—playing favorites, not…

218. Building Better Dancers: Cultivating Confidence and Individuality in Dance with Jason Pickett

Aug 21, 2025 47m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea hosts Jason Pickett, a distinguished dance teacher, choreographer, and founder of No Starving Artists. They discuss their shared love for teaching,…

217. Beyond the Studio: 5 Life Skills You Learn from Dance

Aug 14, 2025 14m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea explores the top five life skills dancers develop and how these skills transfer to other areas of life. She delves into emotional regulation,…

216. Mental Traps Dancers Fall Into and How to Break Free

Aug 07, 2025 12m

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses common mental traps that hinder dancers' progress and success. Delving into traps like comparison, waiting for confidence, outcome-only…

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Passion for Dance has published 241 episodes since February 2021, covering topics in Arts, Performing Arts.

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