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Follow Galit: http://instagram.com/gogalit http://gogalit.com Check out dancespeak: http://instagram.com/dancespeakpodcast http://www.galitfriedlander.com/dancespeak About Galit: Galit Friedlander is a personal trainer, choreographer and host of the Dancespeak Podcast,. She's the current choreographer for the Los Angeles Sparks Sparkids, who worked as the assistant choreographer for Prince's Welcome 2 America Tour, choreographed the film "A Reason To Sing," and teaches classes throughout Los Angeles.

How do you get anything started with NO EXPERIENCE? One step at a time. In today's video I'm interviewed by my friend Jashaun Gamble, a professional dancer who's worked with the likes such as Matt Steffanina and Jason Derulo. We talk about: +How I started my dance crew back in 2004 and how it's still thriving to this day without me. +How I started my business without going to business school. +Tips on becoming a microinfluencer and growing organically +My thoughts on how gaming affects the youth. +Me and my son streaming together. +And much much more... Folow Jashaun: https://www.instagram.com/kingjayygamble/ About Jashaun: Jashaun is a professional dancer and choreographer who has worked with choregrapher who's worked with Matt Steffanina and Jason Derulo.

It's a nasty feeling when you look at other people's body of work or even their life and feel like you're not doing enough. In today's video, Galit and Emeroy share their insights on how they get out of the comparison trap so that you can find a way to let it motivate you instead of paralyze you. Follow Galit: http://instagram.com/gogalit http://gogalit.com Check out dancespeak: http://instagram.com/dancespeakpodcast http://www.galitfriedlander.com/dancespeak About Galit: Galit Friedlander is a personal trainer, choreographer and host of the Dancespeak Podcast,. She's the current choreographer for the Los Angeles Sparks Sparkids, who worked as the assistant choreographer for Prince's Welcome 2 America Tour, choreographed the film "A Reason To Sing," and teaches classes throughout Los Angeles.

"You've gotta have the right mindset!" You hear all that from "motivational speakers" on Instagram. While I agree that it's 100% important to have the right mindset in whatever you're doing, that advice is pointless if someone doesn't know how to do it. In today's video, Galit and I give several ways in how to start developing your mindset. Photo by Kaboompics .com from Pexels Follow Galit: http://instagram.com/gogalit http://gogalit.com Check out dancespeak: http://instagram.com/dancespeakpodcast http://www.galitfriedlander.com/dancespeak About Galit: Galit Friedlander is a personal trainer, choreographer and host of the Dancespeak Podcast,. She's the current choreographer for the Los Angeles Sparks Sparkids, who worked as the assistant choreographer for Prince's Welcome 2 America Tour, choreographed the film "A Reason To Sing," and teaches classes throughout Los Angeles.

When you're following a path that many have taken, it can be easy to fall into the comparison trap.  I've had personal experiences where I feel like I'm "behind" compared to friends in the dance industry. But then I ask myself, "Do I really want to take on what I think I want to take on?" In today's video, I interview Sparkids Head Choreographer, Galit Friedlander. We talk about: How to get out of the comparison trap Do I need an agency to become a professional dancer Is it normal to get a regular job while pursuing your dance career What NO ONE tells you after college Why you aren't getting booked for auditions And much, much more... Follow Galit: http://instagram.com/gogalit http://gogalit.com

Becoming self-aware when you're triggered is a tall order when you're in the heat of the moment. But those of you who are dying to make a change in how you handle stressful encounters, then being able to be self-aware when you're in that triggered state of mind is a valuable skill. In today's podcast snippet, Vicki Mae Alvarez shares a few tips in how you can be more self-aware when you're triggered so you can make a more responsible choice instead of a reactive choice. Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

Auditions can be NERVE-WRACKING. It doesn't matter how talented you are or how much you practice if you can't perform under pressure. And nothing is more nerve-wracking than a panel of judges with ice-cold stares watching you as you perform your heart out. In today's video, Chris Marcos shares how he gets mentally prepared for an audition. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

“I wish there was a way to know you're in the good old days before you've actually left them.” -Andy Bernard, The Office As a dancer, creative, artist, it can be tough to appreciate the journey in the middle of struggles. But it's those moments that make everything worthwhile. And appreciating the journey makes it more gratifying and keeps you sane while you're out there hustling. In today's episode, Chris Marcos, who played the lead in musicals such as American Idiot and In The Heights, shares his insight of how to appreciate the journey as an artist and as a dancer. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

When you're a dancer or creative hustling, personal care is one of the last things on your mind. You're focused on making progress and making things happen. But if you're exhausted and overworked, your progress might end up coming to a screeching halt. Not all progress involves hustling. Even Leonardo Da Vinci said to "go away for a while." Some times rest IS necessary to help propel you forward. It's the 1 step back to move 5 steps forward mentality. In today's video, Chris and Emeroy discuss the importance of self care for dancers. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

What is the benefit of dance movement therapy? According to GoodTherapy.com: Dance/movement therapy, usually referred to simply as dance therapy or DMT, is a type of therapy that uses movement to help individuals achieve emotional, cognitive, physical, and social integration. Beneficial for both physical and mental health, dance therapy can be used for stress reduction, disease prevention, and mood management. In addition, DMT's physical component offers increased muscular strength, coordination, mobility, and decreased muscular tension. Dance/movement therapy can be used with all populations and with individuals, couples, families, or groups. In general, dance therapy promotes self-awareness, self-esteem, and a safe space for the expression of feelings. Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

Artists don't necessarily have predictable schedules. We don't clock in and out like everyone else. In today's episode, Chris Marcos, who played the lead in musicals such as American Idiot and In The Heights, shares his insight on handling a busy schedule as an artist. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

I think self talk is one of the most underrated tools in our personal growth arsenal. A lot what we say affects our physiology (https://psychcentral.com/blog/words-can-change-your-brain-2/) (https://www.td.org/insights/how-words-affect-our-brains). In the moment of failure, when you have no one else to cheer you on, that's where YOU need to talk to yourself for a moment. That's where you need to be your own cheerleader. Your self talk in the middle of those moments are what can help you persevere through the most challenging of times. Follow Kassy: http://instagram.com/_kickinitwithkass_ Follow Gil: http://instagram.com/mrguillotine2012

Even though there's been a lot of great progress, there's still a lot of negative connotation around mental health and therapy. In today's episode, Emeroy and Vicki talk about the stigma of therapy and speculate on it's importance in the future. Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

Artists and creatives of all kind are bout to face haters. Everyone handles them differently. Some people ignore them while others lean in and engage right back. In today's video, Chris shares his insights on how to handle haters as an artist so you can keep doing you. Follow Chris: http://instagram.com/chrisboogy

Personal care for dancers is probably the last thing many performers think of when they're getting ready for a show. Many performers have the "show must go on" mentality. As commendable it can be to tough it out, it might have a long-term negative impact for your dancing. In today's video, Gil, Kassy, and I talk about the importance of personal care for dancers.

If it's anything I want you to take away from today's podcast: it's that anger is a secondary emotion. It's one of the most powerful lessons I learned when I went to anger management. Beyond the anger is the primary emotion you're actually feeling, it might be fear, sadness, disgust, or something else. Enjoy today's video Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

For today's #GrowFriday, we've got another epic interview from the #MoveGrooveGrow Podcast! Kassy Francis is a nurse turned professional dancer, choreographer, and ambassador for AfroVibe. She's traveled all around the world teaching her choreography or hosting an AfroVibe workout class. She runs a company called Afro Mexicanos, dances with A Tribe Called Sheroes, and is involved with Fusion DP Academy and DREAM Complex, two organizations that give back to the community through the arts. In this episode, Emeroy and Kassy talk about: + how she went from being a nurse to pursuing her dance career + the importance of not waiting to follow your dreams + the importance of networking for dance + when is it ok to work for free + what to expect when pursuing your dance career + how to keep going when facing failure Follow Kassy: http://instagram.com/_kickinitwithkass_

There are a lot of instances where our bodies will hold on to certain past experiences. As a dancer or performer, not only is it important to fully utilize our body for our craft, but also to listen to it. Your body is a blabber mouth. It definitely speaks up when you're injured or hurt. But it also speaks to you when you're not hurt, and those messages aren't always as clear as day. Which is why having a proper coping mechanism or seeing a therapist can help you see things from a different perspective. Follow Vicki: http://instagram.com/vixmae

EVERYONE'S attention is on social media nowadays. But it's so important to be mindful of what we consume because it can truly affect our state of mind. But you can also use social media as a tool for change. Follow Kassy: http://instagram.com/_kickinitwithkass_ Follow Gil: http://instagram.com/mrguillotine2012

We've got another epic interview for the #MoveGrooveGrow Podcast! Chris "Boogy" Marcos is a professional dancer, singer, and theater performer. He's played the lead roles for musicals such as In The Heights and American Idiot. He is also the co-founder of the ONLY west coast boy band cover group, Double Take.   In this episode, Emeroy and Chris talk about:  +when to take the leap to follow your passion  +how to mentally prepare for an audition   +how to handle haters as an artist  +handling a busy schedule as an artist  +appreciate the journey as a dancer +the importance of personal care as a dancer.