Dr. Miriam Rowan: Creating space for the being mind and present moment focus.

Dr. Miriam Rowan: Creating space for the being mind and present moment focus.

“Part of the growth of an artist is tolerating the uncertainties and letting there be a little more flow.”

 In this episode we speak with Dr. Miriam Rowan. We discuss common mental health concerns in dancers, entering the flow state, being mind over doing mind, and finding your own self direction. Additionally, we speak about how to know if a therapist is a good fit, indications to reach out for support, and mental health resources. 

About Dr. Miriam Rowan: Dr. Rowan is a former professional dancer with the San Francisco ballet. She is currently a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in performing artists and athletes. Dr. Rowan is an instructor of psychology at Harvard Medical School and practices at both McLean hospital and through private practice.

Contact Info: https://www.miriamrowan.com

Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke

Additional Resources
https://actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/dancers-resource 
https://www.iadms.org/default.aspx
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1.800.273.8255
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1.800.656.4673
The Emily Program Eating Disorder Hotline: 1.888.364.5977
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Jess Spinner: Prioritizing our mental and physical health to support our best dancing.

Jess Spinner: Prioritizing our mental and physical health to support our best dancing.

“When a dancer has support, she is much more likely to move forward into a career in dance that is sustainable, positive, joyful, and happy.”

In this episode we speak with Jess Spinner. We discuss creating a balanced lifestyle that supports our dancing, developing a healthy body image, creating time for self care, fueling during busy dance days, and being an advocate for our own health and well-being.

About Jess: Jess studied dance and arts administration at Butler University. She danced with The Louisville Ballet and freelanced throughout the Boston Area. Jess is a certified Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and has a Precision Nutrition Certification with a focus in Sports Nutrition. She is the founder of The Whole Dancer where she is a health and lifestyle coach for dancers.

The Whole Dancer Instagram: @thewholedancer
The Whole Dancer Website: thewholedancer.com
Best Body Program Waitlist: thewholedancer.com/waitlist 

Marie Scioscia: Balanced fueling for dance performance and opting out of diet culture.

“How we approach dance with regularity and consistency, we want to approach health that way, and especially our diet. We need consistent energy.” 

In this episode we speak with Marie Scioscia. We speak about the reasons to seek the help of a dietician, importance of a balanced diet for sustainable energy, intuitive eating, opting out of diet culture, possible indications of an eating disorder, avoiding the influences of social media on diet and exercise and more. 

Link to purchase Marie’s handbook “Eat Right, Dance Right”: https://www.cinchnutrition.com/store.html#!/c/0

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: https://www.eatright.org/

About Marie: Marie is registered dietician based in New York City and former Luigi trained dancer. She has her masters in clinical nutrition and is a certified personal trainer through the American Council on exercise. Marie is currently the nutritionist for the Alvin Ailey School and has worked with the New York City Ballet wellness group. She has lectured for the Complexions Contemporary Ballet and Martha Graham School and has written for both Dance Spirit and Pointe Magazine. Marie has a private practice for dancers and non-dancers in both New York and New Jersey. Additionally, Marie has recently published a handbook for dancers titled “Eat Right, Dance Right” based on her continuous work in the dance world.