In this episode, I’m talking about the moments in life that absolutely sucked in real time… and why I’m genuinely grateful for them now. From getting rejected by the University of Arizona and my college BFA program, to not getting cast, getting cut at Rockette auditions, COVID flipping my plans, almost opening a Pure Barre studio instead of moving to New York, and even being “homeless” in the city for two weeks, I walk through how those plot twists ended up shaping my path in the best way.

I also share how I’m learning to be more present in everyday life—whether that’s walking into social situations without a negative script already in my head, noticing the little good things in chaotic seasons, or using journaling, reflection, and gratitude lists to reframe my day. If you’ve ever felt behind, rejected, or stuck in a moment that feels unfair, this is your reminder that there might be a future version of you who’s really, really grateful it happened.

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