by Rachel Marchica | Jan 12, 2021 | Podcast
“My original mission was to make people feel less alone in their experiences, and I love the fact that it does that for me as I am creating this project.”
In this episode we speak with Leal Zielińska. We discuss removing the stigma around mental health, self care practices, addressing mental health within dance schools and companies, resources for mental health support, and more.
About Leal Zielińska: Leal studied at the Codarts Rotterdam Dance Academy and is a graduate of the Independent Program at the Ailey School in New York City. She has danced professionally with Sidra Bell Dance New York and was featured on the cover of Dance Magazine in January 2018. Leal is currently an Artistic Associate at the Gibney Company where she is the founder of the Okay, Let’s Unpack This Initiative, working to normalize the conversation of mental health within the dance community.
by Rachel Marchica | Nov 26, 2020 | Podcast
“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
insighttimer.com
calm.com
by Rachel Marchica | Nov 11, 2020 | Podcast
“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
by Rachel Marchica | Nov 5, 2020 | Podcast
“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.
by Rachel Marchica | Oct 30, 2020 | Podcast
“If you can be fascinated by your own technique, your own artistry, the different tones of the music you are hearing…your mind will naturally go to that zone of focus.”
In this episode we speak with Kirsten Kemp. We discuss shifting the mindset for optimal performance, transitioning to a career outside of dance, redefining success, creating achievable goals, connecting to the joy of dance, and more.
About Kirsten: Kirsten is a mindset coach for ballet dancers based in Austin, Texas. She has a variety of certifications from the International Board of Coaches and Practitioners and a BFA in Ballet from the University of Utah. Kirsten is a former professional dancer with the Oklahoma City Ballet and the creator of TwinTalkBallet, an online community of over 20,000 dancers. She is also a ballet instructor on faculty at Balance Dance Studios, in addition to guest teaching across the US, and instructing many students privately.
Website: https://kirstenkemp.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/twintalksballet
Instagram: @twintalksballet
Photo By: Jana Carson Photography
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