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
When Grief Is Sneaky And How Dance Can Help | Ep 87
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Grief isn’t always obvious.
Sometimes it doesn’t come with a clear loss, a ceremony, or a moment where everyone agrees something ended. Sometimes it shows up quietly through big life changes like moving, starting a new job, shifting relationships, or realizing your identity is evolving.
In this episode, we talk about the sneaky kind of grief.
The grief of the life you thought you were going to have.
The grief that appears slowly.
The kind that disguises itself as fatigue, confusion, or feeling slightly off without knowing why.
We explore how expectations play a role in grief and how recognizing those expectations can help you understand what you’re actually processing.
This episode helps you:
• recognize grief when it doesn’t look obvious
• understand how identity changes can bring emotional loss
• create space for those feelings without judging yourself
And most importantly, we talk about how dance can help you move through it.
Dance gives structure, discipline, and a place to process what’s happening inside your body when your mind is still catching up.
*Disclaimer: I am not a therapist, nor do I claim to be. If you are struggling with grief seek professional help.
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