When I first started ballet about 8 years ago now I never expected to be getting life lessons as well as corrections at the barre. Ballet has taught me so much more than just how to plié. It’s created a never ending conversation with myself about resilience and doing the hard thing even if you look stupid or fail.
This episode is about showing up and trying again even when things don’t go the way we hoped.
Whether you’re a dreamer, a maker, an artist, someone starting something new or a business owner trying to make your way through the mess of it all, this one’s for you.
"You might have missed 99% of the steps…but you’re doing it. So finish it well."
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Substack Soirée is back!
The class I’m co-hosting with Sara Tasker starts Monday, May 5th. Six weeks of writing and community magic. If you want to build something beautiful this year, we’d love to have you. Check it out here. (Previous Soirée guests: Yes! You are invited! Please do join us this round! We’ll be sending something to your inbox soon with more details.)
Also mentioned in this episode
My latest custom website design for The Barbell Ballerina. Offers opening up soon for custom websites and a template shop on its way! When the shop opens I’ll be offering a limited number of bespoke websites at a special introductory price so if you’re interested, get in touch now so you don’t miss out. Best way to reach out is keeleyrees@gmail.com
Secret Gardens blog on Substack
A cozy corner for grown-up dreamers rediscovering their magic.
Stories, poems, paper art and chasing tiny-big dreams.
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