My epic padlet by Julia Leitner

ACDA: What mental habits/skills did you apply during any of the conference activities and how did they work for you? Alternatively, did you learn any new mental skills or habits, and what were they?

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 03:10:44 UTC

I really utilized positive self talk during my time at ACDA. I was in a piece that was in the adjudicated concerts so it was easy to get in my head and compare myself to other dancers. I just had to remind myself why I was there and why I love dance so much. It was really helpful for me.

ACDA: What was something challenging or hard that occurred during ACDA and how did you respond to it? Were you able to practice any of the skills or apply any of the insights our book has offered us?

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 03:14:17 UTC

I was a runner for one of the adjudicated concerts and it was a little bit difficult for me at times to stay on top of everything. I just had to remind myself that I was capable and given this job for a reason.

ACDA: What was something you discovered or encountered during the conference that has made you aware of a horizon goal you want to work toward?

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 03:16:55 UTC

This conference really allowed me to see all of the possibilities and opportunities there are in the dance world. Something that I have been working towards this year is really broadening my dance horizons and getting comfortable with so many different areas of dance. This conference really allowed me to do that.

Helpless Child

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 03:25:48 UTC

My helpless child comes out when I feel like I cant do something. Sometimes I will be unable to grasp at a new dance move, and I feel like there is nothing I can do and no one that I can ask for help.

Switching self talk from me to she

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 03:31:53 UTC

I utilized this technique while in dance class and it gave me a complete different mindset. For whatever reason, when talking about myself in third person it feels a lot more intense and harsh. It allowed me to reassess how I talk to myself and force myself to be nicer to myself.

Positive/Negative

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 05:29:55 UTC

I think it really depends on the situation and which self talk I need. Sometimes a little negativity can motivate me, but most of the times it is not beneficial and just makes me feel down. A lot of times I just need no self talk, and to just go for it.

Inner Talk

julialeitner94 — 2024-04-02 05:33:46 UTC

When my helpless child comes out I think that the faithful friend is a really important inner dialogue that can help me get out of that rut. The faithful friend can give me the strength and optimism to keep going even when I feel helpless. I also think that the calm optimist could be a really helpful tool to help me chill out and find peace.