Let’s be real for a second:
Periods suck.

Cramps, bloating, low energy, mood swings, and that awful feeling of trying to wear a leotard when all you want is a heating pad and a nap. And yet… class is still happening. 😩

If you’ve ever thought:
“I don’t know how I’m supposed to dance like this…”
You’re not alone. And that’s exactly why I created Episode 59 of the Dance Colleges and Careers Podcast.

🎧 What This Episode Covers

This isn’t a science lecture. This is dancer-to-dancer, big-sister-style advice about how to move through discomfort without losing your edge. In this episode, we dive into:

✅ Why sitting out every month isn’t realistic
✅ What to say (and not say) to your teacher
✅ The difference between communication and excuses
✅ How to adjust your warmup, meals, and mindset
✅ Why your self-talk matters even more during this time
✅ How to not take your hormonal rage out on your parents 😬
✅ And my favorite stretches that actually help

💌 Free Gift: Period Relief Cheat Sheet + Stretch Video

I put together a free download to go with this episode:
✔️ A quick cheat sheet of tips
✔️ A follow-along stretch video you can do at home
✔️ Plus a list of what to pack in your dance bag (because that emergency leotard might just save your day)

👉 Grab it here

🩰 Final Thoughts

Listen — you’re not being dramatic. Your hormones are real.
But you’re also capable of showing up with grace and power, even on your off days.

You’re not lazy.
You’re not “too sensitive.”
You’re in a different phase of your power.

So honor that. And then keep showing up in whatever way you can.

You’ve got this, and I’ve got you. 💛
Until next time —
Be brave, tell your story, and own the stage.