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 Power of “Yes, And”: How An Open Mind Creates More Opportunities | Ep 77
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This episode is all about the power of “yes, and” and asking yourself one simple question:
Are you saying yes enough in your life?
I talk about how so many opportunities pass us by because we’re closed, tired, overwhelmed, guarded, or stuck in our ego. We say “I wish I could” instead of “yes, and how could I?”
We explore “yes, and” through dance, improv, contact improv, and real life where movement is a conversation, curiosity leads the way, and not needing to worry about being wrong
This episode breaks down how to:
- adopt a yes-and mindset without abandoning your boundaries
- separate yourself into your higher self when resistance shows up
- say yes even when it’s uncomfortable, imperfect, or tiring
- hold two things at once: “yes I want this” AND “I need rest”
- stay open while still honoring your energy
- check when your no is coming from ego vs self-respect
I talk about practical examples going to class even when you’re tired, leaving early when you need to, starting conversations, small gestures of openness, and how “yes, and” creates more connection in rooms, relationships, and community.
This isn’t about saying yes to everything.
It’s about saying yes with awareness.
"Yes, and” can sound like:
• Yes, I want to go... and I’ll leave early.
• Yes, I care.. and I need to do this first.
• Yes, this is hard... and I’m still showing up.
When you live in “yes, and,” you stay open to different paths to the same destination And that’s where growth, creativity, and momentum live.
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