Spring break took me home to Dallas this year, back to the familiar streets that once felt like my entire world. I hadn’t planned on driving by my old dance studio, but somehow, my car seemed to steer itself in that direction, as if drawn by muscle memory. As I approached the building, a rush of emotions hit me before I even saw it. I knew exactly where it was, could picture every detail before Read more…
Introduction Sports are meant to build discipline, confidence, and resilience. However, the culture surrounding athletics—especially in elite or competitive spaces—can sometimes do more harm than good. Many young athletes grow up hearing words and phrases from coaches, parents, and teammates that, while often well-intended, can plant the seeds of body image issues, disordered eating, and a lifelong struggle with self-worth. Harmful Phrases That Can Lead to Eating Struggles 1. “You need to slim down to Read more…
I was three years old when I fell in love with ballet. The way it felt to move, to express emotions without words, and to lose myself in the music – it became a part of me. For 13 years, I dedicated myself to the art, pouring everything I had into every plié and every grueling hour at the barre. Ballet was my passion, my purpose – the thing that made me feel most alive. Read more…
Ballet is an art form that thrives on discipline, elegance, and precision. From the outside, it looks effortless—floating across the stage, balancing on the tips of toes, bodies moving in perfect harmony with the music. But behind the beauty, there’s a deeply ingrained and toxic expectation: the idea that a ballerina must look a certain way to succeed. It’s a stereotype so widely accepted that it’s often joked about, dismissed as “just part of the Read more…
Welcome to The Pointe of Healing Blog Page: A Safe Space for Athletes Struggling with Eating Disorders Hi there, and welcome to The Pointe of Healing Blog Page! If you’ve found your way here, chances are you or someone you care about is struggling with the intersection of athletics and disordered eating. First and foremost, I want you to know that you are not alone. This space was created to be a judgment-free, supportive, and Read more…