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The Dancing Housewife PodcastAuthor: Antoinette Datoc, also known as The Dancing Housewife
Welcome to The Dancing Housewife Podcast, where rhythm meets real life and we explore the fascinating world of ballroom dance through the eyes of The OG Dancing Housewife. Dive into captivating stories, gather practical tips, and get to know dancers of all levels from beginners to seasoned pros. Whether youre a competitor, social dancer or a curious wallflower, lively conversations will inspire and entertain you. Tune in for a delightful blend of dance, personal anecdotes, and a sprinkle of humor that will make you want to dance, even if it's just alone in your kitchen! Language: en-us Genres: Arts, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Ep157 Thirty Days of Gratitude: Mental Training for a Competitive Edge
Episode 157
Sunday, 15 February, 2026
What if the difference between confident, magnetic dancing and tense, mistake-focused dancing took less than 10 seconds a day?In this week's episode, The Dancing Housewife breaks down a simple mental habit that can dramatically improve your ballroom mindset — and your performance under pressure.If you:Replay mistakes after every heatStruggle to recover from critiquesFeel stuck in plateausLose presence when nerves spike…this episode is for you.Your brain has a built-in negativity bias. It naturally scans for errors and threats — which means it will highlight the missed heel lead over the beautiful rise and fall every time.But there’s a way to interrupt that pattern.I explain how one intentional moment of gratitude each day creates a powerful chain reaction:Gratitude → Hope → Optimism → Stronger Mental PerformanceYou’ll learn:✔ Why your brain fixates on mistakes✔ How gratitude regulates emotion after heats✔ How to build confidence without faking it✔ The one question to ask daily for 30 days✔ How to develop steadier focus and faster recoveryThis is mental conditioning for competitive dancers — simple, practical, and powerful.Try the 30-Day Gratitude Challenge and tell me what changes.💬 Comment: What’s one good thing from today’s dancing you don’t want to overlook?👍 Like, subscribe, and share with your dance friends.To learn more about ballroom mental performance group training, visit the USA Dance Vendor Marketplace at usadance.org.
