Ballet with Isabella

A Dancer's Mindset

Hi friends, it’s Isabella! Vaganova graduate, international coach and recovering perfectionist. It’s time for you to step into what’s possible, This is the podcast for anyone striving for more – in your ballet career, your training, or just within yourself. We’ll talk confidence, resilience, motivation, mindset and the real-life stuff that comes with wanting more and that can often get in the way! So wherever you’re listening from today, I’m glad you’re here. Let’s get into it.

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Ballet with Isabella

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www.balletwithisabella.com

Latest episode

Jun 25, 2026

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Episodes

Ep.95 Negative visualisation! What's the worst that could happen? 24.11.2023

Now I know what you may be thinking. What? You want me to think about my worst fears possible? That's right! By practicing our worst outcomes it better prepares us to be able to handle any situation should they arise and therefor makes us feel in control. Let's discuss! Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisa...

Ep.94 High functioning but anxious? Use to your advantage 10.11.2023

Hello Everyone, In this episode we will be talking about high functioning anxiety, what it is and how t work with it. Having this kind of anxiety can be a huge blessing as it often instills people to be high achievers but there's problems that come along with it that can stop you in your tracks. Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- 14 day free trial to the BWI platform...

Ep.93 Fear of Performing! 01.11.2023

Hello Everyone! Do you find when you have a show coming up or you've been given a big part, you feel initially really great and happy but then all of a sudden sheer panic and angst that you won't be good enough or that you'll be found out as an imposter which subsequently leads to a host of issues like performance anxiety. Let's discuss! Enjoy! Like and subscribe! -----------------...

EP.92 What are you afraid of? 25.10.2023

Hello Everyone! In this episode we will be discussing the types of fear we are born with, how we gain new fears and how to control them so that they don't stop us from reaching our fullest potential and achieve what it is we really want. Enjoy! ---------- 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ * My website - Online classes and courses Memberships to...

Ep.91 Look after your brain and body, your mind will follow 18.10.2023

Hey Everyone, Now to all the dancers out there I know we think about looking after our muscles and toes a lot but do you think about looking after your organs? How about the brain? The brain is such an important component to our psychological health. If it's not kept healthy and working at optimal levels with enough sleep and vitamins and mindset work then it's no wonder we suffer from thi...

Ep.90 Little promises to yourself add up to big results! 11.10.2023

Hey Everyone, Now I know if you listen to this podcast you have big dreams and big goals, that's why you're here. The list of all the things you want to achieve can be hugely overwhelming and long. We have to start small and hard wire our brain to keep the promises we've have asked of ourselves. Train your brain just like a muscle to keep the promises to yourself you set out to do! Ach...

Ep.89 Make faster decisions, be more successful! 04.10.2023

Hey Everyone! In this episode we will be talking about the power of fast decision making. If you make fast decisions, you will get faster results, it's that simple! Slow decision making creates slower momentum creating slower results. Let's discuss! Follow me on social media  @balletwithisabella  Facebook - instagram- YouTube - tiktok  balletwithisabella.com Elite classes and courses onlin...

Ep.88 Post Achievement Depression! You got what you want, now you feel down? 28.09.2023

Hey Everyone! Today is a super exciting episode as I will be talking about something which I, along with many high performance athletes have experienced which is post achievement depression. The feelings of depression when you have reached your ultimate goals, you've got to the end point and now you feel depressed and empty....what's that about? Let's talk about it! Follow me on social...

Ep.87 Look in the mirror! Successful people do this one thing! 11.09.2023

Hello Everyone! Today I will be talking to you about successful people and what they do and how they speak to themselves specifically to make their lives a success and their goals a reality. This is so important! Let's discuss! Follow me on socialmedia @balletwithisabella Instagram, YouTube, Tiktok, Facebook, Threads. www.balletwithisabella.com Beg-pro - online classes and courses to help you...

Ep.86 Letting go of old wounds. Being aware of your emotions 04.09.2023

Hello Everyone! In this episode, we will be talking about letting go of old wounds that have held you back in your progress up until now, mastering your emotions and learning from them. When we learn this our life can change. Let's discuss! Follow on social media : @balletwithisabella - Instagram. tiktok. YouTube. Threads. Facebook www.balletwithisabella.com Elite online classes, courses and p...

Ep.85 How to survive! My pro tips! 16.08.2023

Hello everyone! Today Isabella will be sharing with you how to survive as a ballet dancer. This episode focuses more on the mental side of things. If you enjoy it let us know and we will surely do a part two! Just like an athlete, being a ballet dancer requires a huge amount of support around you. We can't do this alone! Let's discuss! www.balletwithisabella.com Beg - Pro 14 day free trial...

Ep.84 You can figure out anything, Trust that! 10.08.2023

Hey Everyone, You can figure out anything! Fact! As humans we are extremely powerful. The power of will and self belief along with law of attraction is amazing. The real question you have to ask yourself is, do you care enough to figure it out? If not, then it is time to let that go! ----- www.balletwithisabella.com Elie classes and courses Beg - pro 14 day free trial ------- Follow me on Social M...

Ep.83. Relaunch of BWI! Embrace the imperfect you! 02.08.2023

Today is a super exciting episode! We are relaunch BWI! This is something I have been working on for a long time and I can't wait to share it with you! Use code WELCOME25 for the soloist yearly tier. 25% off the first 25 people! ----- This episode is all about embracing the imperfect you! Let's debunk perfectionism :-) ---------- www.balletwithisabella.com elite classes and courses -------...

Ep. 82 Creating Balance with Ballet and Life. Possible? 24.07.2023

Hello Everyone, Today we are going to be discussing the importance of rest and recovery and how we shouldn't feel guilty about it. Having sufficient rest and balance in your life will only help you be a better dancer. This can be hard for a lot of dancers to understand but rest, balance, hobbies and recovery is one of the best things you can do for your dancing and your health! It's what t...

Ep.81 Overcoming a Plateau! Have you reached your limit? 17.07.2023

Hello Everyone! Today we are going to be talking about how to deal with a plateau or those feelings of "this is my limit" "I can't get any better' 'I have achieved all I can. Well I am here to tell you that is nonsense and the growing never stops! We need to master how to seek continuous inspiration and never lose that desire for growth and being uncomfortable. Let's...

Ep.80 Overcome fear in 5 steps! 10.07.2023

Hello Everyone, Today we are going to be talking about fear, self doubt and limiting beliefs. With these 5 steps and tools we can master our emotions and work to overcome fear and use it to catapult us into the success we desire and deserve. Let's discuss! Follow me on social media @balletwithisabella - Instagram - Youtube - Facebook www.balletwithisabella.com Beg - Pro Elite classes and cours...

Ep.79 Having doubts? Talk about it! 03.07.2023

Hello Everyone, Today we're going to be talking about how it's so important for you to vocalise to your coach, teacher or friend when you're having doubts. Doubt is an addiction in itself and can lead to destructive habits, self sabotage and negative results. Let's discuss! Follow me on social media @BALLETWITHISABELLA - INSTAGRAM - YOUTUBE - FACEBOOK www. balletwithisabella.com Be...

Ep.78 The hardest part is not showing up, it's living with regret! 26.06.2023

Hello Everyone, How many times have you heard someone say, the hardest part is getting started? No that's not the hardest part, it's living with regret. That's the hardest part and it is seen time and time again. We don't want this to happen! Getting started is a given! Of course you should get started! Let's discuss! Follow me on social media @balletwithisabella - instagram -...

Ep.77 Be a Freak! 20.06.2023

Hello Everyone! Today we will be discussing what it takes to get to freak or crazy level! Have you ever called a dancer insane, or crazy in a good way?! Usually it means they have blown your mind with their ability. Now maybe you think you can't get to that level yourself but I say you can! Let's discuss Follow me! @BALLETWITHISABELLA - Instagram - YouTube - Facebook. www.balletwithisabell...

Ep.76 Have a successful day today! Create a golden hour! 05.06.2023

Hello Everyone! Today we will be talking about how to create a successful day ahead. Needless to say it starts with a successful morning with a great routine. A routine that does things for your mind, body and soul! Being able to do things for yourself will protect you from burnout, feeling unbalanced and demotivated further down the line. Looking after YOU is number 1! Let's discuss and get y...

A Dancer's Mindset Ep.74 Interview with Chloë Réveliion! Paris Opera, Mariinsky, Dutch National. Companies all wanting her! 29.05.2023

Hello Everyone! I am so excited for this episode as we are speaking with the very kind and humble Chloë who has had contract after contract offered to her. You may think she's very lucky but it's all down to her hard work!. Her go with the flow attitude and strong will, I'm convinced has been the catalyst to her success in this industry! We resonated a lot talking about Russia and Mari...

Ep. 75 Love Criticism. Don't let your ego stunt your progress! 22.05.2023

Hello Everyone, Criticism is key with any high achieving field, ballet included! We all have to be ok with criticism as it helps us improve and grow as artists and people. What we are going to talk about today, is how we can stop the ego from taking over which may lead to a lack of development, improvement and growth! Let's discuss! Please rate and review! Follow on socials @balletwithisabella...

A Dancer's Mindset Ep.73 Get out of a Rut. Get motivated! 15.05.2023

Hello everyone, If you're in a rut right now and struggling with getting up and going then this episode is for you! Let's get raring to g with these tips and advices from myself Isabella. Please rate and review! Follow us on Social @balletwithisabella | Youtube | Facebook | instagram Elite classes and courses www.balletwithisabella.com

A Dancer's Mindset Ep.72 Returning to Ballet after a break. Back from injury, as an adult and more! 08.05.2023

Hello everyone, Today I am back with my wonderful friend Suvi Honkanen, best friend from Vaganova talking about returning to ballet after an injury or just a break in general. Suvi and I spoke a lot about injury in this episode as it's something we have both greatly dealt with! We hope you enjoy this episode and please take the time to like and subscribe as we would greatly appreciate it! Foll...

A Dancer's Mindset Ep.71 Perfectionism is ruining your growth 01.05.2023

Hello Everyone, Welcome back! Today we are talking about how perfectionism can ruin your growth and can stunt you from making the progress and success you deserve! Let's discuss! Follow me on Social! @balletwithisabella Instagram | YouTube | Facebook www.balletwithisabella.com Elite Classes and Courses

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