Lauren Ritchie is an established Mental Skills educator, facilitator, and keynote speaker. 
From her MEd in Coaching Studies to a BA in Professional Communications, to multiple
Yoga certifications and an accredited Art & Science of Coaching Certification, Lauren has
a unique blend of education and resources that offer a holistic training approach.
Her areas of interest and expertise include sport and performance mental training and the
intersection of well-being and mindfulness. Her work in managing stress and
enhancing performance has led to supporting youth in dance, hockey, musical theatre,
gymnastics, and other industries.
Prioritizing the profound power and importance of an Educator, Lauren has created
Teacher and Coach Training programs to support mental skills and optimize leadership
and learning.

Episode Summary -
As an artist, it becomes challenging to balance the mindset and skillset because of the
competition, which leads to self-doubt.
In this episode, Lauren talks about the need to know your purpose and be mindful about
whom you are listening to.

“Engagement comes from the willingness to connect and share.”

Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:
[02:49] Lauren shares her story of how she became a Mental Skills Educator.
[06:05] Lauren talks about the mindset vs. skillset struggles dancers go through.
[11:22] Lauren talks about her greatest accomplishments.
[15:57] Lauren shares her strategies on how she navigates the business and artistic side.
[17:14] Lauren talks about how she navigated her business with the changes during the
pandemic.
[23:18] Lauren talks about the challenges she has been going through because of the
pandemic.
[27:08] Lauren shares some of her strategies on how she engages with her audience.
[30:05] What does working from a happy place mean to Lauren.
[31:03] Lauren’s advice to young dancers starting their careers.

How to Connect with Lauren Ritchie:
Website -  https://withlauren.ca/
Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/lauren_m_ritchie/

About the Host -
Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster
She has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having
built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better
decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars
of Success" system.
Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams into
reality. 
Over the last 20 years, she has been expertly building her speaking and consulting
business, Step Into Success.
 

How to Connect with Belinda:
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stepintosuccess
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworth
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stepintosuccess/
Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com