93. What Dancers Can Learn from the 2026 Winter Olympics

In this episode, I’m joined by sports psychologist Dr. Chelsea Pierotti and personal trainer and coach Wendy Reinert to explore powerful mental performance lessons from the Winter Olympics. From autonomy and burnout to confidence, resilience, and handling mistakes, we break down what elite athletes can teach dancers about performing under pressure.Key Points in this Episode The importance of autonomy and motivation in long-term performance Why dancers need a support system or “village” How to develop healthy confidence without arrogance The role of failure and resilience in elite performance Practical self-talk strategies dancers can use in training and performanceConnect with Dr. Chelsea:HER WEBSITE: chelseapierotti.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/dr.chelsea.pierottiPODCAST: chelseapierotti.com/podcast/Connect with Wendy:HER WEBSITE: Wendyreinert.comON BEING A DANCER: Beingadancer.comINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/onbeingadancerRelated Episodes:07. Becoming a Mentally Tough Dancer with Dr. Chelsea Pierotti23. A Holistic Approach to Strength Training with Wendy ReinertLinks and Resources:1-1 Career Mentoring: book your complimentary career callLet’s connect!My WEBSITE: thebrainyballerina.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thebrainyballerinaQuestions/comments? Email me at [email protected]