Tag Archives: mind

Battling Body Dysmorphia

Posted on Mar 8, 2013 by .
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  When dance student Monica developed hips a few years ago, she began struggling with new insecurities. Now 15, Monica … Continue reading →

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Posted on Sep 10, 2012 by .
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  Last March, Kendall Shepherd, coach of the Lake Oswego High School dance team, led her group to competition victory. … Continue reading →

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The Motivation Equation

Posted on Aug 10, 2012 by .
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Usually, you can’t wait to get to the dance studio. Classes and rehearsals are the highlight of each week. But … Continue reading →

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Keeping Pace

Posted on Mar 1, 2012 by .
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Deirdre Lewis loved studying ballet and jazz as a young teen, but unlike many of her peers at Dance Workshop … Continue reading →

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Beat Bullying

Posted on Oct 26, 2011 by .
Bullies can destroy your self-esteem and take all the joy from your dance life. (Photo by David Paone)

Imagine that you’re in ballet class, working on your triple pirouettes. As your teacher watches you and gives you pointers, … Continue reading →

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Perfectionism 101

Posted on Mar 1, 2009 by .
Photo by Paul Kolnik

For years, New York City Ballet corps member Megan LeCrone wanted her dancing to be absolutely perfect. She worked hard … Continue reading →

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