Stuff No One Tells You About Being a Professional Ballet Dancer Ep.2: Toxic Thinness Culture

I put this off for the last two years because I do not want one single dancer who watches this to feel pressure to conform to this toxic culture that is currently prevalent in the ballet world. This topic is so vast, and I did my very best to present an overview of what goes on in professional ballet companies while also providing constructive solutions. Please watch until the end (you can watch it on 1.25 speed if you're short on time!) so that you can participate in the 5 action steps I outlined to free yourself from never feeling thin enough, and start creating change in your company or studio. If you want to skip ahead to the action steps, skim to 25:25
I would especially LOVE it if you participate in #5!! Here's what you'll need to do:
Post a picture of yourself on either Instagram or Facebook in which you look most ALIVE with the hashtag #morethanenough and tag @twintalksballet so that I can celebrate with you! In the caption, share with your friends WHY you choose to be grateful for this one body you've got. You can also share why you are committing to honoring your body with your words and actions.
For once, don't feel the pressure to pick the cutest, highest quality picture. Don't worry if your pose is weird or if you don't look your personal skinniest. Just look like YOU - unapologetically. Just check out my example on Instagram or Facebook... it's a screenshot of a video from a year ago 😂
I know this will be exactly what one of your friends needs to see and read today. At the very least, it will solidify your commitment to yourself AND provide some inspiration to your pals! I can't wait to see your posts!
Lastly, if you want to check out my video with my twin sis, Kelsey, about the concept of "pendulums" that I mentioned in this video, click here: • Video
Thanks for watching!
Lots of love,
Kirsten
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