Managing an insane schedule is something all dancers have to cope with. There will always be a lot of rehearsals and late nights on top of regular teenage/young adult things like school, work, and your family/social life. Finding time for all of it, on some days, seems like an impossible task. But, dear readers, fear not. I've learned from personal experience that it can be done. The key is organization, time management, and balance.
Balance is probably the most important and most difficult of the three tasks. You have to prioritize. During a week that I fully devoted to school and work and didn't have much time to spend with my family, friends, or boyfriend, I'll do my best to distribute my time over the weekend because not only will that maintain the relationships, but it's good for my own mental sanity!
This past week for me was jam packed with school, work, and ballet rehearsals. So on Friday I went out to dinner with my family, Saturday I went in for rehearsal during the day and spent the evening with my boyfriend and all day Sunday was a jamble of homework, Christmas decorating, and serene relaxation. Just what I needed! Although this Monday up here in Maine is drizzly, windy, and gray, and I myself am trudging through classes, I'm happy. Very happy.
Almost Thanksgiving break! Home stretch, baby!
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Thanks, lovelies!
Rhiannon-