Stop Chasing the Outcome — Own the Moment

In this episode of Athletistry: Ballet Evolution, Shane Wuerthner dives deep into the mindset dancers need heading into competition season. Inspired by the story of The Way of the Peaceful Warrior, he unpacks the myth of the "outcome" and why obsessing over results robs dancers of the joy they’ve earned.You’ll walk away with a grounded, powerful mindset to approach your next performance — not with fear, but with purpose.🎯 If you've ever felt anxious before walking onstage, this one's for you.⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome back 01:30 – The inspiration: Way of the Peaceful Warrior03:00 – The flower, the rock, and the real lesson05:10 – Why dancers fear outcomes — and how to shift it07:00 – The power of setting expectations instead of goals08:45 – What to say to yourself before stepping on stage10:30 – Releasing perfectionism and replacing it with joy11:30 – Why fear creates panic—and how to stop living in “what ifs”12:30 – Final mindset reminder for dancers heading into comps