Support Yourself Through Nutcracker Season

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The Nutcracker season is incredibly busy for most dancers. Between holidays, rehearsals, performing, and more...it's just a lot to take on.

You don't want to feel exhausted and burnt out when all is said and done. To avoid the burnout you have to support yourself (or get support) through the season.

List for support, advice, and tips.

Book your coaching consultation.

Reach out by email: jess@thewholedancer.com

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Support Yourself Through Nutcracker Season

The Whole Dancer helping you achieve a more balanced approach to food, your body, dance, and life

published about a year ago

M4A•Episode home

The Nutcracker season is incredibly busy for most dancers. Between holidays, rehearsals, performing, and more...it's just a lot to take on.

You don't want to feel exhausted and burnt out when all is said and done. To avoid the burnout you have to support yourself (or get support) through the season.

List for support, advice, and tips.

Purple Carrot (affiliate link)

Book your coaching consultation.

Reach out by email: jess@thewholedancer.com

75 episodes

#Balanced Lifestyle #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Jess Spinner

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