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Move With Meg founder, Meg, talks about all things Irish Dance with some amazing guests, including MWM Coaches, MWM Dance Clients, Champions, Teachers and more…
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the essential preparations for Irish dancers leading up to the World Championships. She emphasises the importance of mental readiness, clarity in focus, and personal corrections rather than overwhelming oneself with too many changes. Megan also introduces the World Sprint program, designed to support dancers through goal setting, correction clinics, and planning for competition day, ensuring they feel confident and prepared. Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Meg Talks: The Irish Dance Podcast01:50 - Preparing for the World Championships04:58 - The Importance of Focus and Clarity09:39 - Building Confidence and Personal Corrections12:22 - Mental Preparation for Competition Day16:27 - The World Sprint Program and Resources
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan and Annabelle discuss the emotional and mental preparation required for dancers participating in the All-Ireland Championships. They explore the common feelings of anxiety and self-doubt that arise before competitions, the importance of recognising these emotions, and strategies to manage them effectively. The conversation also covers the significance of solo recalls, how to navigate expectations, and the support needed from parents and coaches. The episode concludes with encouragement for dancers to focus on their preparation and enjoy the experience.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Mindset Matters and All-Ireland Championships02:50 - Emotional Preparation for Competitions05:40 - Managing Pre-Competition Anxiety09:28 - The Day of the Competition: Last-Minute Nerves14:12 - Understanding Solo Recalls and Their Impact18:59 - Navigating Expectations and Reactions23:55 - Post-Competition Reflections and Support28:55 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the significance of the All Island Irish Dance Championships, emphasising the unique aspects of the competition, including the solo recall system and its impact on dancers' mindsets. She shares personal experiences and offers insights for dancers, parents, and teachers on how to prepare mentally and physically for the event. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the competition structure and maintaining a positive mindset throughout the day.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to the All Irelands Irish Dance Championships05:45 - Understanding the Unique Aspects of the All Irelands15:46 - Navigating Solo Recalls and Mindset Preparation
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In this episode of Mindset Matters, Megan Kerrigan and Annabelle delve into the interconnected themes of perfectionism, procrastination, and pressure - collectively referred to as the 'three P's.' They discuss how these issues manifest in the lives of Irish dancers, especially as they prepare for competitions like the World Championships. The conversation highlights the emotional toll these pressures can take, including feelings of inadequacy and the fear of not meeting expectations. Megan shares her personal experiences with these challenges, emphasising the importance of recognising and addressing them to foster a healthier mindset and improve performance.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to the Three P's01:25 - Recognising Pressure in Dance05:28 - Understanding Perfectionism20:31 - Procrastination: The Fear Factor31:41 - Dealing with Pressure in Performance
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the importance of understanding flexibility and the common struggle of achieving straight knees in dance. She shares her personal experiences and emphasises the need for education on body mechanics. The episode outlines five key areas that dancers should focus on to improve their flexibility and achieve straight knees, including lower back flexibility, calf and hamstring tension, coordination of the posterior chain, quad activation, and ankle length.
Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Meg Talks 202600:30 - Understanding the Flexibility Fix02:48 - Five Key Areas for Straight Knees08:45 - Troubleshooting Your Flexibility Issues10:31 - Empowering Dancers and Parents
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In this episode, Megan Kerrigan and Annabelle dive into the connection between enjoyment and progress in Irish dance. They chat about how, when the fun starts to fade, dancers often find themselves making more mistakes, losing focus, and feeling mentally drained, not because they aren’t capable, but because they’re exhausted. Together, they explore why enjoyment is such an important part of learning, how pressure can quietly build over time, and why taking small mental breaks can make a huge difference.
Chapters:
00:36 – Why Christmas Rest Matters for Dancers 02:42 – Annabelle’s Christmas Training Habits 04:19 – The “More Is More” Mindset in Irish Dance 06:30 – Mental Fatigue & How It Shows Up in Dancing 09:17 – Gaining Perspective: Why Stepping Back Helps You Improve 11:12 – How Reflection Helps Dancers & Parents Reset for the New Year 15:16 – Resetting Habits & Breaking the “Always Training” Loop 18:02 – Letting Your Goals Breathe & Realigning What You Want 21:16 – Why Growth Happens When You Stop Forcing It 22:10 – Remembering You’re More Than Just a Dancer 23:50 – Inside the Gold Club Christmas Challenge 26:41 – Planning Your Christmas Break & Prioritising Rest 28:34 – Final Thoughts & What’s Coming in January
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The conversation explores the relationship between enjoyment and learning, particularly in the context of dance and school. It highlights how a lack of enjoyment can lead to mistakes and decreased focus, affecting both academic and performance outcomes. Meg and Annabelle emphasise the importance of mental breaks to combat fatigue and improve overall well-being.
Chapters:
00:41 – Annabelle’s Christmas training story
02:42 – Why dancers push through Christmas
03:49 – The problem with doing “more”
06:30 – Mental fatigue & burnout signs
08:02 – Why rest matters
09:17 – Gaining clarity from stepping back
11:12 – Reviewing performances with fresh eyes
14:04 – Seeing the bigger picture
15:16 – Resetting habits over Christmas
17:05 – Checking in on your goals
19:38 – Re-evaluating what you really want
21:11 – Growth that happens during rest
23:21 – Identity outside of dance
23:50 – Christmas Challenge inside Gold Club
25:16 – January goal setting
27:51 – Planning your Christmas break
28:34 – Final thoughts
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the importance of not missing out on transformative Black Friday offers for dancers. She outlines a week-long event featuring various offers tailored to different needs, emphasising the significance of understanding the 'what, why, and how' of dance corrections. Each day presents a unique opportunity for dancers to enhance their skills and confidence, with a focus on personal growth and commitment to their craft.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Black Friday Offers
03:08 - Understanding the Offers and Their Transformations
05:55 - Daily Breakdown of Offers: Monday to Friday
11:48 - Commitment and Consistency in Dance Training
14:26 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Dancers
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Megan Kerrigan discusses the mission of Move with Meg, focusing on supporting dancers at all stages of their journey and enhancing their movement and technique.
Chapters:
00:26 - The Importance of Community in Dance
01:00 - Myth Busting Around Who MWM Supports
02:00 - What MWM Offer to Support Dancers
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In this conversation, Annabelle discusses the importance of language in shaping our mindset and the concept of necessity in life. She emphasises the need to eliminate absolute words like 'have to' and 'must' to foster a sense of freedom and choice. Annabelle argues that the only true necessities in life are basic human needs and socialisation, challenging the notion of obligatory achievements and qualifications.
Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
02:45 - The Emotional Weight of Qualifying Season
06:30 - “What If I Don’t Qualify?” – The Fear Behind the Goal
10:15 - Detaching Results from Self-Worth
14:20 - Why Growth Isn’t Always Linear
18:45 - The Power of Reflection
22:30 - Conversations You Need to Have with Yourself
26:10 - Supporting Dancers Through Disappointment
30:00 - Turning Setbacks into Strength
34:15 - Final Thoughts: What Truly Matters
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In this conversation, Megan Kerrigan discusses the common frustrations dancers face when receiving repeated corrections from instructors. She emphasises the emotional toll this can take on both students and teachers, highlighting the importance of understanding the underlying issues that lead to these repeated corrections and the challenges in finding effective solutions.
Chapters:
00:00 - Understanding the Crossover Challenge
00:41 - Identifying the Root Causes of Crossover Issues
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan and Annabelle discuss the challenges dancers face when dealing with injuries. They share personal experiences, the importance of physiotherapy, and the difference between actual injuries and niggles. The conversation emphasises the significance of mindset, resilience, and community support during recovery. They provide strategies for dancers to stay engaged and accountable while injured, and highlight the potential for personal growth and improvement during the recovery process.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Injury Management00:56 - Personal Injury Experiences02:54 - The Importance of Proper Rehabilitation05:26 - Finding the Right Physio08:35 - Understanding Injuries vs. Niggles11:28 - Mindset During Recovery14:25 - The Power of Community Support17:19 - Creating a Recovery Plan19:55 - Strategies for Staying Engaged22:59 - Final Thoughts on Recovery and Growth
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In this episode, Megan and Annabelle discuss the pressures faced by dancers during qualifying season, exploring the emotional and mental challenges that arise. They emphasise the importance of understanding and coping with pressure, the role of parents in supporting their dancers, and the significance of maintaining a positive mindset. The conversation also touches on how to deal with disappointment after not qualifying and the importance of finding joy in the dance process.
Chapters:
00:00 - Understanding Pressure in Dance05:39 - The Emotional Impact of Pressure11:21 - Recognising Symptoms of Pressure16:50 - Navigating External and Internal Pressures22:36 - Strategies for Managing Pressure26:16 - Understanding Pressure in Dance28:21 - The Importance of Focus and Control29:50 - Navigating Success and Pressure31:23 - Coping with Disappointment and Learning34:07 - The Role of Mindset in Performance36:57 - Evaluating Performance and Growth39:06 - Preparing for Future Opportunities42:16 - Resources for Dancers and Parents
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the concept of readiness in dance competitions, emphasising that true readiness is not about perfection but rather a mindset. She explores the pressures dancers face, including the need for constant corrections and the impact of comparison with others. Megan provides insights on how to build confidence through clarity and understanding one's own journey, encouraging dancers to focus on their individual progress rather than striving for an unattainable ideal of perfection.
Chapters:
00:00 - Understanding Readiness in Dance Competitions05:53 - The Pressure of Perfection and Comparison12:08 - Building Confidence Through Clarity and Mindset
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In this episode, Megan and Annabelle discuss the critical role of mindset work in achieving dance goals. They explore why many dancers avoid mindset practices, the importance of self-belief, and how mindset can significantly impact performance. The conversation highlights common signs of mindset struggles and offers practical tips for parents to facilitate mindset practices at home. The episode emphasises the need for consistent mindset work to foster personal growth and create a supportive environment for dancers.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Mindset Work01:22 - The Importance of Mindset in Dance05:37 - Defining Mindset Work09:12 - Avoiding Mindset Work: Self-Sabotage15:29 - The Impact of Believing in Yourself19:36 - Building Self-Belief in Dancers22:24 - Recognising Signs of Mindset Struggles25:43 - The Importance of Consistent Mindset Work28:49 - Practical Mindset Strategies for Dancers34:30 - The Long-Term Impact of Mindset on Dancers
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan shares personal updates from her busy summer, reflecting on achievements and the importance of celebrating milestones. She shares her exciting news, the launch of new products, and the challenges of feeling overwhelmed.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Meg Talks and Life Updates
01:54 - Reflecting on Summer Achievements
04:57 - Highlights of Move With Meg Events
06:52 - Personal Milestones
09:01 - Navigating Overwhelm and Self-Reflection
12:18 - Embracing Change and Finding Balance
14:34 - Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Events
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the three biggest posture mistakes dancers make and how to correct them. She emphasises the importance of consistency in practise and understanding personal challenges related to posture. Megan introduces a five-day posture challenge designed to help dancers identify their specific issues and improve their technique over time.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Posture in Irish Dance
02:17 - Common Posture Mistakes in Dance
06:44 - The Importance of Consistency
11:10 - Understanding Your Personal Posture Challenges
14:38 - The Five Day Posture Challenge
18:11 - Conclusion
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the emotional struggles that young dancers face, particularly the pressure to perform and the fear of disappointing their parents. She emphasises the importance of creating safe spaces for dancers to express their feelings and the need for parents to provide unconditional support. Megan shares her personal experiences and insights on how parents can better understand and support their dancers' emotional wellbeing, ultimately fostering a healthier relationship with dance and competition.
Chapters:
00:00 - Understanding Emotional Bottling in Dancers
09:15 - The Pressure of Performance and Parental Expectations
15:56 - Creating Safe Spaces for Dancers
17:44 - Conclusion and Resources for Support
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan discusses the often-overlooked topic of practising at home as an Irish dancer. She shares her personal experiences and insights on how to effectively structure practice sessions, overcome common challenges, and build consistency and motivation. Megan emphasises the importance of creating a realistic practice schedule, focusing on one dance at a time, and utilising community resources for support. The episode aims to empower dancers to take control of their practise and improve their skills with confidence.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Home Practise for Irish Dancers02:41 - Understanding the Challenges of Practising at Home05:32 - Creating a Realistic Practise Schedule08:38 - Focusing on One Dance at a Time10:29 - Implementing a Structured Practise Plan12:20 - Encouragement and Resources for Dancers
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In this episode of Meg Talks, Megan Kerrigan dives into what it really takes to kick off a new dance season feeling focused and inspired. She shares why reflection and rest are just as important as hard work — and how finding the missing pieces in your training can unlock real progress.
Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Meg Talks: Embracing the Dance Journey03:06 - Finding Your Missing Piece for the Dance Season07:15 - The What, Why, How Method Explained11:43 - Understanding Motivation and Accountability15:53 - Preparing for a Successful Dance Season
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