#185: Let's catch up! What I've been up to

It's been a while since we caught up, so I am updating you on my life and what I've been up to! I include my return to the Honey Bees, reflect on auditions, discuss new projects, podcasts, and thoughts on social media's impact on athletes and dancers. Main topics include: Jasmine’s return to the Honeybees for a second season Balancing fun and focus during cheerleading auditions Navigating rejection and processing emotional setbacks Insights from the DCC Netflix series, including social media influence and faith Exciting alumni series and upcoming podcast guests Personal growth, including consideration of rebranding the podcast Teaching dance residencies and engaging with the pro dance community Impact of social media on mental health and professional performance Speculations on potential reality shows for other NBA teams Resources & Links: Connect with Jasmine. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes, new guests, and updates on rebranding! TikTok: @thepro.dancer Instagram: @theprofessionalcheerleader TopCats Eras Series - Episodes 175-184 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and podcast overview 00:07 - Jasmine’s exciting news about rejoining the Honeybees 01:05 - Reflecting on rookie season and leadership roles 01:35 - Support role for rookies and summer break plans 02:02 - Preparing for upcoming cheer season and upcoming appearances 02:32 - Enjoying the summer without practice commitments 03:01 - Experiences and lessons from cheer auditions 03:31 - The importance of mental focus and social media boundaries 04:00 - Balancing fun and focus during auditions 04:29 - Social media’s effects on memory and social skills 05:25 - Resisting social media during finals and the importance of presence 05:55 - How to handle social media during critical audition phases 06:24 - Being intentional about social interactions during auditions 07:23 - The challenge of maintaining focus and having fun simultaneously 08:20 - Realities of semi-finals and performance stress 09:05 - Emotions experienced during audition performances 09:35 - The mental exercise of expected perfection and self-compassion 10:03 - Lessons on mistakes and grace under pressure 11:03 - Final auditions, production elements, and reduced stress 12:14 - Handling rejection and self-care post-auditions 13:10 - Processing disappointment and reevaluating next steps 14:21 - The importance of passion and resilience in dance careers 15:16 - Working through negative experiences affecting love for dance 16:03 - The role of faith and community in professional dance 16:45 - Broader thoughts on dance, purpose, and divine timing 17:21 - Completing the TopCats alumni series and reflections 18:02 - Launching the TopCats alumni podcast series 18:30 - Gratitude for audience support and requesting reviews 19:14 - Highlighting the Beyond the Field alumni event and podcast episode 20:19 - Celebrating inspiring women in the dance and cheer community 21:16 - Thoughts on Netflix’s DCC series and its social commentary 22:02 - The societal impact of social media and critical narratives 22:49 - Reece’s decision to step away from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders 23:15 - Faith’s influence on dance careers and reflections 24:33 - Experiencing the uniqueness and spiritual significance of pro dance 25:02 - The intersection of faith and professional dance careers 26:31 - Imagining new reality shows for other NBA teams 27:44 - Highlighting the NBA dance scene with Hardwood Dancers 28:35 - Potential podcast rebranding to better reflect pro dance 29:22 - Announcing dance classes at NC Dance District 29:51 - Invitation to join Jasmine’s dance residency 30:14 - Closing remarks and upcoming guests, thanks for listening Music Free Music for Videos 👉 Music by Damien Sebe - conversations - https://thmatc.co/?l=F6DE0B23 Free Music for Videos 👉 Music by Gabe Garreth & L!FE - falling through the sky - https://thmatc.co/?l=BE51BD4C Business inquiries: @[email protected]