Lauren's got samurai swords, strong opinions about relationships, and fierce independence. This episode unpacks the toxic side of dance culture, why independence can complicate dating, and what happens when you try to perform three times in one night. From weapon collections to Naruto references, Lauren keeps it brutally honest about the price of ambition.Topics We Cover:-The pressure to be on multiple dance teams simultaneously-Learning choreography by replaying videos before slow-motion existed-Why she'd choose martial arts over dance if given the chance-Her approach to mentoring without being pushy-How fictional characters influenced her real-world interestsIf you're tired of surface-level conversations about creativity and success, this episode delivers the unvarnished truth about what it really takes to make it in competitive dance.