Bendy Bodies with the Hypermobility MD, Dr. Linda Bluestein
Health & Fitness:Medicine
In this episode, Dr. Chelsea Pierotti discusses coping with dance injuries and transitions, both from a physical and psychological perspective. She explains that the way dancers appraise their injuries and their emotional response to them can greatly impact their coping mechanisms. Dr. Pierotti emphasizes the importance of shifting the mindset from seeing an injury as a disaster to viewing it as a challenge that can be overcome. She also highlights the role of social support in the recovery process and the need for dancers to define success in ways that are within their control. Additionally, Dr. Pierotti addresses the challenges dancers face when transitioning between different forms of dance or when they have to give up dancing altogether. When transitioning out of dance, it is important to consider your values and what truly matters to you in life. This will help guide your future goals and decisions. It is also helpful to reflect on who you admire and what you admire about them, as this can highlight your own values. Grief and loss are common when leaving a dance career, and it is important to acknowledge and process these emotions. The dance world can be more supportive by adopting a positive coaching approach and focusing on the whole athlete, not just their performance. Developing mental skills and self-awareness is crucial for dancers and can be beneficial for everyone.
Takeaways
Chapters ➡
00:00 Introduction
00:54 Introducing Dr. Chelsea Pierotti
01:13 Coping with Injuries
03:38 Coping Mechanisms
06:34 The Influence of Childhood Experiences
08:29 Developing Resilience
09:48 Transitioning from Dance
12:11 The Role of Pain
13:09 Challenges Faced by Hypermobile Dancers
13:23 Supporting Dancers through Challenges
17:49 The Importance of Social Support
18:43 Grief and Loss of a Dance Career
20:34 Developing Resilience and Coping Strategies
24:57 The Importance of Values
27:52 Shifting the Dance Culture
29:25 Coping with Career Shifts
33:22 Positive Coaching Approach
35:55 Developing Mental Skills
36:51 Applying Mental Skills to Life
37:24 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Dance
38:25 Mindset: Controlling the Controllables
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https://chelseapierotti.com
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