This is the second article that Shelby Williams (Biscuit Ballerina) has written exclusively for Counselling for Dancers. She talks about healthier social media use... read more →
Thank you to Rachel Cossar for explaining how she made the transition from a ballerina to Choreography for Business From the... read more →
Dancer and dance teacher Alyssa Lisle, tells us about her weight issues, perfectionism and what the Anorexia Voice was telling her. Dance beginnings I started dance classes at the age... read more →
Success starts with Summer intensives Success is a choice. My first summer intensive away from home was in New York. Over a hundred enthusiastic teens like me from all over... read more →
Caitlin Clarke, talks about her negative ballet training mindset and explains her difficulties in finding work in ballet companies. Ballet training mindset Since starting full time dance at age 14,... read more →
Harriet Mills, Principal with Staatsballet Karlsruhe, talks about how she survived the toxic regime and weight issues during her ballet training. ... read more →
A reader's response of the post on bully teaches and coaches in ballet. I received an email from someone who read my post on bully teachers and coaches in ballet. ... read more →
The third Q&A from dancers is about what to do about bullying teachers and coaches. Question: Some young dancers unfortunately find themselves in unhealthy situations with coaches or teachers. Some... read more →
Today's Q&A for Dancers' Mental Health is about self-care. Question: Do you have any day-to-day simple calming techniques for dancers who feel overwhelmed? Meditation, breathing and visualisations. [caption id="attachment_256" align="alignleft"... read more →
Today's post starts a series of Q&As from dancers regarding Mental Health issues for Ballet Dancers. Mental Health Awareness Week UK It is Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK... read more →