If you were ever ever made to feel 'too much' in the ballet world, this is for you. What's the F**king Point(e)? is for dancers struggling to maintain motivation & consistency through the chaotic demands of adulthood. We chat all things mental health, purpose & more, all through the lens of a wannabe ballerina. ;)
She Got Her First Pair of Pointe Shoes at 24, Now She’s a Professional Dancer
What if you didn’t start ballet “on time”, but STILL made it professional? In this inspiring interview, Raquel Beauchamp shares how she got her first pair of pointe shoes at 24 (!!!) and went on to perform professionally, land lead roles, and dance in productions like The Nutcracker. From struggling with pirouettes to overcoming imposter syndrome, this is a real story about what it takes to break into the ballet world as an adult beginner. In this weeks episode we talk about: How to start bal...
12 Apr 2026
A pigeon pooped in my eye and now I’ll never see * LUCK * the same way again.
A pigeon pooped in my eye. And somehow my first thought was “Wow. I’m so lucky!” In this video, I’m sharing two moments that completely changed how I see luck. From getting pooped on (LITERALLY) to almost getting hit by a car (SCARY!) and why the meaning you assign to things matters more than what actually happens. In todays episode we talk about: • Why luck isn’t as random as you think • How your perception shapes your reality • The difference between “good” and “bad” events • How to reframe...
5 Apr 2026
10 books that made me *DELUSIONAL* enough to start ballet at 27
Some days you’re all in, other days you’re asking yourself… What’s the F**king Point? Whether you’re pursuing ballet as an adult or trying to follow a dream that feels uncertain or even slightly delusional, this episode is for those days! These are the books that helped me SHIFT my mindset and REBUILD motivation, when I felt stuck, discouraged and ready to quit. We’re talking about powerful reads like Atomic Habits, The Obstacle Is the Way, and The Artist’s Way, plus a few that go deeper into...
29 Mar 2026
If you really want to STAND OUT in ballet, stop trying to beat the competition & do this instead.
Have you ever worried that everyone is already miles ahead of you and there’s absolutely no space left for you? Today we're going to talk about why you don't have to worry about that. Because in reality, very few people actually start…and even fewer stay consistent long enough to get good. So in this episode, we break down: Why the “competition” isn’t what you think it isHow most people never even try (or quit early)The difference between working hard and comparing yourself to others&nb...
22 Mar 2026
I wrote a musical so bad it silenced 200 college kids. Here’s what it taught me about failure.
Have you ever wanted to physically disappear out of pure embarrassment? Because SAME! And boy oh boy, do I have a story for you today. On this week’s episode of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, I share the story of the time I completely mortified myself in front of 200 college students, and what that painfully awkward moment taught me about failure, success and not giving up. In this episode, we talk about: The impact of total embarrassmentWhat failure actually exposesHow success & failure c...
15 Mar 2026
‘You’ll NEVER be a professional ballerina.’ Why this pointless advice gets you nowhere FAST.
You don’t have to want a contract with New York City Ballet to start ballet. In this video, I’m sharing reasons to start ballet that have nothing to do with going professional, especially if you’re an adult beginner wondering if it’s “too late.” Today we discuss: Better posture and body awareness Improved mental clarity Finding community through dance Getting into the best physical shape of your life The undeniable aesthetic of balletBallet isn’t just about becoming ...
8 Mar 2026
If you're 'creative but lazy,' give me 30 minutes to reveal what's REALLY ruining your motivation.
You’re not lazy. If you’ve been struggling with motivation, ESPECIALLY when it comes to your goals, dreams, or starting ballet, there’s usually a deeper reason. In this week’s issue of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, we’re breaking down the real causes behind feeling unmotivated and how to actually fix them so you can get out of your creative rut for good. In this episode, we talk about: Identifying the REAL reason you feel unmotivated Why “just try harder” doesn’t work Th...
1 Mar 2026
You were born to be a ballerina but these 7 things are killing the dream before you even try.
The reason you haven’t started ballet yet probably isn’t what you think. In today’s episode of What’s the F**king Point(e)?, we’re breaking down the 7 mindset patterns that kill your dreams before they even take shape. From comparison to scarcity to perfectionism and everything in between, we’re tackling it all, baby! In this episode, we talk about: Poorly defined goals (what does “being a ballerina” even mean to you?) Imposter syndrome in dance • Scarcity and competition in the ba...
22 Feb 2026
I started ballet at 27 & ended up broke, divorced & RICHER than I ever imagined
At 27, I moved to New York City to start ballet for the very first time in my life. While it was an exhilarating experience filled with so much good, the past few years have also been full of unexpected obstacles to overcome: divorce, death, loss, an unlivable apartment, financial strain. This video is about what it actually looks like to pursue ballet as an adult even when life is crazyyyyy. As an adult ballerina training in NYC, I had to navigate grief, financial instability, and mental hea...
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