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Passion for Dance

Passion for Dance

By: Dr Chelsea Pierotti
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 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.Passionate Coach LLC Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • A Note from Dr. Chelsea & the Future of the Show

    A Note from Dr. Chelsea & the Future of the Show
    Jan 29 2026

    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 thoughts to share, you can always email Dr. Chelsea at hello@chelseapierotti.com or send a message on Instagram @dr.chelsea.pierotti
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    2 mins
  • 234: Feeling STUCK as a Coach and Navigating Career Transitions

    234: Feeling STUCK as a Coach and Navigating Career Transitions
    Jan 22 2026

    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 decisions, including understanding emotional barriers, finding clarity through action, reframing fears, seeking support, and focusing on controllable factors. Dr. Chelsea also shares her personal journey through a career identity crisis. This episode offers actionable advice and personal experiences to support anyone in the dance industry facing a similar crossroads.

    Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/234

    Episode Breakdown:

    00:42 Understanding the Feeling of Being Stuck

    01:14 Career Decision Making Strategies

    02:25 Emotional Barriers and Self-Reflection

    04:25 Taking Action for Clarity

    06:18 Reframing Your Fears

    08:25 Seeking Support and Mentorship

    09:39 External Factors and Controlling the Controllables

    11:26 Dr. Chelsea's Personal Career Transition
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    13 mins
  • 233. Nourishing Dance: Conversations on Food, Body Image, and Wellness with Monika Saigal

    233. Nourishing Dance: Conversations on Food, Body Image, and Wellness with Monika Saigal
    Dec 18 2025

    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 professional ballet. Monika discusses her holistic approach to nutrition for dancers, emphasizing the importance of a healthy relationship with food and body image. The conversation covers important topics like the impact of social media misinformation, the signs of disordered eating, and the role of educators and parents in fostering a supportive environment. Monika also shares insights from her new book 'Nourishing Dance,' a resource aimed at improving dancer health and wellbeing.

    Get Monika's Book: https://www.nourishingdance.com

    Learn more about Monika's workshops: https://msnutrition.com/

    Other Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/233

    Episode Breakdown:

    00:08 Meet Monika Seigel

    00:31 The Role of Nutrition in a Dancer's Life

    04:02 Healthy Eating and Relationship with Food

    07:25 Challenges and Misinformation in Nutrition

    13:55 Guidance for Teachers and Parents

    20:48 Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

    22:15 Common Triggers and Influences

    24:31 Early Signs and Intervention

    26:21 Behavioral and Physical Indicators

    28:57 Supporting a Friend or Peer

    30:01 Creating a Supportive Dance Environment

    35:07 Positive Changes and Future Goals

    38:46 Resources and Final Thoughts
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    43 mins
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