A Dancer's Mindset

Hello Everyone! This is so exciting - We are launching ISABELLA - our rebrand and new platform June 24th 2026 I wanted to not only thank this beautiful community but also share more about how this has evolved, why the change and why it is such a personal change and how this has been born out of my journey. In this episode, I will share with you some of the very steps in my life that led to this po...

Hello Everyone!, Today we talk about what makes us actually want to give up. It happens to all of us, the determination slips, the motivation just isn't what it used to be. We associate those emotions with how much we may actually want something when in fact, it could be how you are spending time. This can look at the pockets of time in the day that are actually wasting your time, and the lack...

The Power of Visualisation: See It To Become It What if the most powerful training tool you have costs nothing, requires no studio, and works while you sleep? In this episode, we dive deep into the science of visualisation and why your brain doesn't know the difference between vividly imagining something and actually doing it. We cover four types of visualisation — outcome, process, negative,...

Hey Everyone! We need to talk about failure. Not in a "dust yourself off and try again" motivational poster kind of way. Really talk about it. Because so many of us — especially as dancers — have spent years quietly believing that every mistake we make says something about who we are. A wobbled pirouette, a bad audition, a class where nothing went right. And instead of letting it go, we  become  i...

Hello Everyone! You made it to Day 7. And something has already shifted — even if you can't quite name it yet. This final episode is about bringing everything together. The work you've done this week — facing the performance anxiety, stepping out of comparison, separating your worth from your results, quieting the overthinking, releasing the fear of being seen, finding your way back from b...

Hello Everyone! Welcome to Day 6 . You used to love this. You used to live for it — the classes, the rehearsals, the music, all of it. And somewhere along the way something shifted and now you're showing up out of habit or obligation or guilt, going through the motions, wondering when it stopped feeling like yours. If you have ever stood in the studio and genuinely asked yourself why you'r...

Hello Everyone, Welcome to Day 5 of The Dancer Reset Series! Let's dive in. Day 5: Fear of Being Seen You love to dance. But something happens when you feel truly watched — really seen — and it stops you. You make yourself smaller. You pull back at exactly the moment you should be expanding. You hold something in reserve, even when everything in you wants to let go. Fear of being seen is more...

Hello Everyone, Welcome to Day 4 of The Dancer Reset Series. Hopefully we are feeling good! Let's dive in to episode 4 Day 4: Why You Overthink Under Pressure The combination starts and your brain won't stop. Check your arms. Is your core on? What comes next? Why does everyone else look so relaxed? You're thinking so hard about every single thing that there is no space left to actually...

Hello Everyone, Welcome back to this Dancer Reset Series Day 3! You got the part — and you felt worthy. You didn't get the part — and suddenly you questioned everything. Whether you're good enough, whether you belong there, whether all of this is even worth it. If a casting list has ever had that kind of power over how you feel about yourself, this episode is for you. Today we get honest about wha...

Day 2: The Comparison Trap She got the correction you wanted. She has the extension you've been working on for years. She seems to pick everything up faster, easier, better — and suddenly you're not in class anymore, you're in your head, measuring every part of yourself against someone else and coming up short every single time. Welcome to the comparison trap. And today we are getting out of it. I...

Hello Everyone! Today marks the start of a new series! The Dancer Reset Series - 7 Days To Reset Your Mind. Episode 1, dives into why we seem to nail things in class but not when it matters, be it in an audition or when performing. You know you can do it. You've done it a hundred times. In class it flows, it feels good, it looks exactly the way you want it to — and then the lights go up, the a...

Unbothered by Anything and Anyone Hello Everyone! In this episode, we're talking about one of the most powerful things you can develop as a dancer — and honestly, as a person — the ability to be completely secure in yourself, no matter what the room gives you. Being unbothered isn't about being cold, detached, or pretending nothing affects you. It's a state of mind. It's knowing ex...

Hey Everyone! If you’re listening to this right now, I’m going to assume something. You were  so close  to giving up. This close to saying,  “What’s the point?” This close to throwing in the towel, skipping the workout, abandoning the goal, telling yourself maybe it’s just not meant for you. And instead… you pressed play. That tells me everything I need to know about you. Because people who are do...

Hello Everyone, Welcome back! In this episode of A Dancer’s Mindset, we sit down with Inès McIntosh, Leading soloist of the Paris Opera and soon to be an Etoilé I am sure, for a refreshingly honest conversation about what it really takes to climb the ranks in ballet. Ines opens up about the sacrifices no one prepares you for — the tough choices, the pressure, the moments of doubt — and how she’s n...

Hello Everyone, I am very excited about this episode as it shows the power of the human spirit and passion driving you. In this powerful interview, Victor Caixeta opens up about his extraordinary journey—from his early beginnings in Brazil to earning a coveted contract with the Mariinsky Ballet, facing career-threatening injuries, and continually rebuilding himself with determination and heart. Vi...

Hello Everyone! In this episode, we’re diving into a powerful 90-day challenge to believe and become the person you truly want to be. Too often, we say we want a certain life — more confidence, discipline, freedom, success — yet our daily actions don’t align with that vision. This challenge is about changing that. Over the next 90 days, you’ll start showing up as the person you want to become — no...

Hey Everyone, We are back with another great interviewIn this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Precious Adams, First Soloist with English National Ballet, to talk about the powerful mindset shifts that have shaped her journey on her way to the top of her profession. Precious opens up about:💡 Her rise through the ranks at ENB and the lessons learned along the way🧠 How her mindset evolved t...

Hey Everyone, In this episode of  A Dancer’s Mindset , we dive into a topic that so many dancers face but rarely talk about—what to do when you don’t get instant recognition. In a world that often praises quick results, it’s easy to feel disheartened if your hard work doesn’t pay off right away. But here’s the truth: instant gratification isn’t the goal. Growth in ballet (and in life) comes from c...

Hello Everyone, In this inspiring episode of  A Dancer’s Mindset , Isabella sits down with the incredible  Madeline Woo —a powerhouse on stage, online, and now in the design world. From her journey to  San Francisco Ballet  to her meteoric rise on social media, Madeline shares the determination, artistry, and authenticity that have made her a role model for dancers worldwide. We dive into the stor...

Hello Everyone, In this deeply inspiring episode of  A Dancer’s Mindset , we dive into the world of mental strength, discipline, and motivation through the teachings of Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi. Known for his powerful presence and profound wisdom, Master Shi Heng Yi shares life-changing philosophies rooted in ancient Shaolin tradition—ones that can help you find clarity, inner peace, and unstopp...

Hey Everyone, In this very special episode, we sit down with one of the most beloved ballerinas of our time—Alina Cojocaru. From her humble beginnings in Romania to becoming a Principal at The Royal Ballet, English National Ballet and beyond, Alina shares the highs, the challenges, her growth in her mindset and the deeply personal moments that shaped her extraordinary career. She opens up about:✨...

Waking Up With Anxiety: How to Cope and Take Back Control Have you ever woken up with that familiar tightness in your chest, your thoughts already racing before your feet even hit the floor? You're not alone. Morning anxiety is incredibly common—especially for high achievers, perfectionists, and anyone carrying a heavy mental load. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about what it feels li...

Hello Everyone, In this episode of  A Dancer’s Mindset , we dive into the legendary Stanford commencement speech by Steve Jobs — a message that continues to resonate with creators, dreamers, and high-achievers across the world. But what can  dancers  learn from a tech visionary? From trusting the dots will connect, to finding what you truly love, and embracing both success and failure — we break d...

Hello Everyone, Today is an inspiring episode. 🧠  Inspired by W. Timothy Gallwey’s 'The Inner Game of Tennis' 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into the powerful teachings of  The Inner Game of Tennis  – a book that, although written for athletes on the court, holds absolute gold for dancers in the studio. You’ll discover: ✔️ Why the biggest battle isn’t against your technique – it’s a...

Hello Everyone! In this powerful episode of  A Dancer’s Mindset , Isabella and Suvi dive deep into a frustration so many dancers face: "Why am I not improving, even though I’m working so hard?" Together, we explore the real reasons your technique might be plateauing—and it’s not always about effort. We cover: ✨ The hidden habits that could be holding you back ✨ How to stop relying sole...