Veronica Vacanza
What's the F**king Point(e)?
If you were ever ever made to feel 'too much' in the ballet world, this is for you. What's the F**king Point(e)? is for dancers struggling to maintain motivation & consistency through the chaotic demands of adulthood. We chat all things mental health, purpose & more, all through the lens of a wannabe ballerina. ;)
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Veronica Vacanza
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Apr 19, 2026
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Episodes
She Got Her First Pair of Pointe Shoes at 24, Now She’s a Professional Dancer 19.04.2026 1:17:12
What if you didn’t start ballet “on time”, but STILL made it professional? In this inspiring interview, Raquel Beauchamp shares how she got her first pair of pointe shoes at 24 (!!!) and went on to perform professionally, land lead roles, and dance in productions like The Nutcracker . From struggling with pirouettes to overcoming imposter syndrome, this is a real story about what it takes to break...
A pigeon pooped in my eye and now I’ll never see * LUCK * the same way again. 12.04.2026 18:56
A pigeon pooped in my eye. And somehow my first thought was “Wow. I’m so lucky!” In this video, I’m sharing two moments that completely changed how I see luck. From getting pooped on (LITERALLY) to almost getting hit by a car (SCARY!) and why the meaning you assign to things matters more than what actually happens. In todays episode we talk about: • Why luck isn’t as random as you think • How your...
10 books that made me *DELUSIONAL* enough to start ballet at 27 05.04.2026 29:31
Some days you’re all in, other days you’re asking yourself… What’s the F**king Point? Whether you’re pursuing ballet as an adult or trying to follow a dream that feels uncertain or even slightly delusional, this episode is for those days! These are the books that helped me SHIFT my mindset and REBUILD motivation, when I felt stuck, discouraged and ready to quit. We’re talking about powerful reads...
If you really want to STAND OUT in ballet, stop trying to beat the competition & do this instead. 29.03.2026 22:28
Have you ever worried that everyone is already miles ahead of you and there’s absolutely no space left for you? Today we're going to talk about why you don't have to worry about that. Because in reality, very few people actually start…and even fewer stay consistent long enough to get good. So in this episode, we break down: Why the “competition” isn’t what you think it is How most peopl...
I wrote a musical so bad it silenced 200 college kids. Here’s what it taught me about failure. 22.03.2026 27:59
Have you ever wanted to physically disappear out of pure embarrassment? Because SAME! And boy oh boy, do I have a story for you today. On this week’s episode of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, I share the story of the time I completely mortified myself in front of 200 college students, and what that painfully awkward moment taught me about failure, success and not giving up. In this episode, we talk...
‘You’ll NEVER be a professional ballerina.’ Why this pointless advice gets you nowhere FAST. 15.03.2026 22:54
You don’t have to want a contract with New York City Ballet to start ballet. In this video, I’m sharing reasons to start ballet that have nothing to do with going professional, especially if you’re an adult beginner wondering if it’s “too late.” Today we discuss: Better posture and body awareness Improved mental clarity Finding community through dance Getting into the best physical shape of yo...
If you're 'creative but lazy,' give me 30 minutes to reveal what's REALLY ruining your motivation. 08.03.2026 34:58
You’re not lazy. If you’ve been struggling with motivation, ESPECIALLY when it comes to your goals, dreams, or starting ballet, there’s usually a deeper reason. In this week’s issue of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, we’re breaking down the real causes behind feeling unmotivated and how to actually fix them so you can get out of your creative rut for good. In this episode, we talk about: Identifyi...
You were born to be a ballerina but these 7 things are killing the dream before you even try. 01.03.2026 41:57
The reason you haven’t started ballet yet probably isn’t what you think. In today’s episode of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, we’re breaking down the 7 mindset patterns that kill your dreams before they even take shape. From comparison to scarcity to perfectionism and everything in between, we’re tackling it all, baby! In this episode, we talk about: Poorly defined goals (what does “being a baller...
I started ballet at 27 & ended up broke, divorced & RICHER than I ever imagined 22.02.2026 23:09
At 27, I moved to New York City to start ballet for the very first time in my life. While it was an exhilarating experience filled with so much good, the past few years have also been full of unexpected obstacles to overcome: divorce, death, loss, an unlivable apartment, financial strain. This video is about what it actually looks like to pursue ballet as an adult even when life is crazyyyyy. As a...
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