How slowing down can make you go faster
We live in a world of accelerated pace where we value speed and efficiency more than reflection and learning. At least this was the case until …
Growth Mindset
How dancing helped me overcome my shyness
For as long as I can remember I had been shy. Perhaps it was lack of confidence, perhaps fear of others. I am not sure what …
The power of intrinsic motivation – how to fuel your spark
Dancing salsa is a voluntary activity that takes up a lot of my effort and time. I am not doing it for commercial reasons or material …
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The surprising value of practicing alone
In team sports usually people think that training happens only in groups. But the reality is that most professional players spend a lot of time practicing …
How to make training a joyful learning experience
When we take up a new hobby or study a new subject we usually have great excitement and joy. However, not long after we feel our …
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How to avoid jumping to conclusions and empathise with others
Every morning we wake up, our biases wake up with us as well. Yet most of the times we are oblivious to them. This is why …
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The art of unlearning – how to not get stuck in the same routines
Mastery of skills is not just about learning but also about unlearning. When I first started doing Cuban Salsa, I was impatient. I thought that I …
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The strange psychology of overconfident people
Dancing brings you closer to people from all walks of life. It is extraordinary how many I have met over the years. People of different ages, …
Your journey to mastery takes you back to the beginning
Anyone involved with studying a new art knows that the journey to mastery is not a linear one. But rather an unexpected journey filled with excitement, …
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