EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 48 MIN
Values Over Approval with Gigi Torres
from Cozy with Calinnah · host Calinnah
Gigi Torres spent years navigating an industry with impossible standards — from body image expectations to pressure to fit a specific mold. Instead of shrinking herself, she chose to build her own lane.In this episode, Gigi shares how she turned rejection into purpose, why she created her own dance company and mentorship programs, and how understanding your core values can protect your creativity and keep you from burning out.We talk about: • The audition that changed her life • Breaking free from industry standards • Reinventing yourself as a creative • What makes a truly great student • Why resilience matters more than talent • Choosing not to have a backup plan • How core values guide long-term successFollow Gigi on Instagram: @geegtorres New episodes of Cozy with Calinnah every Thursday.
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Gigi Torres joins Cozy with Calinnah to break down how she built a purpose-driven, value-led creative career. From walking away from industry pressures to creating her own programs and mentorship ecosystem, Gigi shares honest insights on resilience, longevity, and what it really takes to create on your own terms.
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