Monthly Archives: November 2011

#24 The power of the mind

Probably the most important factor in recovering from an injury is your state of mind. Your state of mind also helps in preventing serious injuries.  All I have to say is Trust your instincts!   Logic and Dance don’t always go … Continue reading

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#23 Injuries

If you’re a dancer, you’re going to get hurt.  That’s all there is to it.  It comes with the business and how you deal with the inevitable injuries will determine whether you remain in the business.  Every professional dancer has … Continue reading

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Random Thoughts: Why?

A colleague recently committed suicide and as with most suicides – it took many of us by surprise.  After the initial shock passed – the question most asked was “Why?” This man was to many of us the gold standard … Continue reading

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#81 Drinking on the job

Generally, I don’t drink very much.  I like a glass of red wine every now and then and there was a time when I drank a dark beer every night in order to help me keep weight on but other … Continue reading

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#98 The Daily Grind

I was sick one day and my husband volunteered to take over the rehearsals for me.  By the time the man got home, he had been beaten down to a pulp.  He came into the bedroom and lay down next … Continue reading

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