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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More Than Dance
The Ripple Effect: How Small Connections Create Big Moments| Ep 52
This episode dives into the magic of the ripple effect. Something I LOVE to talk about! How tiny, intentional actions can spark joy, connection, and momentum in ways we don’t realize. I share a story from Martha’s Vineyard that reminded me how small gestures can shift someone’s day and even ripple into unexpected moments of positivity.
On the dance floor, the ripple effect is just as powerful. I talk about noticing how someone’s energy, encouragement, or risk-taking in class can inspire everyone around them. How giving a compliment, clapping for someone, or simply showing up fully can spark confidence in others and create a chain reaction of positivity.
We also explore how our insecurities can hold us back from these moments, and why leaning into the awkward, the “no,” and the overthinking actually helps us connect more deeply.
This episode is packed with practical takeaways for applying the ripple effect in everyday life and in dance: noticing the small ways you impact others, learning to receive the positive energy that comes back, and intentionally making kindness and connection a habit.
By the end, you’ll see how small actions build big momentum, create memorable moments, and leave a lasting impact on the dance floor and beyond.
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