More Than Dance
Dance. Mindset. Motivation.
More Than Dance is where real life meets the dance floor.
Hosted by Krissy Phillipino, a dancer, choreographer, and studio owner with over 30 years in the industry. This podcast dives into the mindset reframes and quiet magic that take shape in the choreography, inside the studio, and through the work of showing up for yourself over and over.
Expect episodes packed with storytelling, dance wisdom, raw truths, and the kind of pep talks you didn’t know you needed.
This isn’t just about dance.
It’s about who you become when you let yourself go all in, even through the ugly stages, the moments when nothing feels like it’s clicking yet, and the times when you question yourself.
From confidence and self worth to mindset shifts and breakthroughs More Than Dance is where movement meets transformation.
Whether you're a seasoned dancer, brand new to movement, or simply someone who craves personal growth and deep, honest conversations, this space is for you.
Because this was never just about dance.
It’s about who you become while dancing.
It’s more than dance.
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@kdfstudio
More Than Dance
When Dance Isn't Enough (And What To Instead) | Ep 5
As we honor Mental Health Awareness Month, I thought it would be fitting to talk about the moments when dance is not enough and what you can do about it.
This episode dives into the difference between dancing for an audience and dancing for yourself and why that shift matters when you are healing or triggered.
I talk about what happens when wounds get reopened, you get triggered, and when things feel heavy and dance doesn’t feel like the outlet it usually is.
I share how dance can shift during harder seasons, and how you can learn to dance differently:
→ Dancing inward instead of outward
→ Letting go of performance and choosing expression
→ Honoring the 20% you do have, instead of forcing 100%
I also open up about my own knee journey and how, even though dance is healing, it wasn’t the thing that healed me. Sometimes what you need is a doctor, a therapist, a pause, or a nervous system reset.
This episode is a gentle reminder that dance is powerful, AND you’re allowed to take breaks. You’re allowed to modify. You’re allowed to move slow.
And you’re still a dancer even when you don’t want to move.
DISCLAIMER: I am not a therapist. Seek Professional help if needed. Help is available 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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Krissy: @krissyphillipino
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