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Description
So many pilates teachers experience imposter syndrome whether it’s because of a lack of skills in the art of teaching or because we feel that we will never know enough to be good enough teachers. Have you ever felt this way? If the answer is yes, then this episode is for you! Tune in today as we delve into the different ways imposter syndrome shows up in teaching and how embracing your authenticity, accepting that you can continue to learn and don’t need all the answers, and framing your nerves as excitement can quell these feelings. Thanks for listening in!
Key Points From This Episode:
- The types of imposter syndrome that occur in teachers and the reasons for them.
- The importance of embracing your authenticity.
- Why pilates teachers do not need to know everything and have all the answers.
- A reminder that you are allowed to doubt yourself as a teacher.
- Relabelling nervousness as excitement.
- Why being open to learning throughout your journey to better your teaching is important.
- Hannah defines imposter syndrome and delves into her take on it.
About The Pilates Exchange
The Pilates Exchange explores the art and philosophy of Pilates alongside evidence-based exercise science. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical teaching insights, and healthy debate, we challenge assumptions, question industry trends, and encourage a deeper understanding of movement.
Our mission is to empower Pilates teachers, movement professionals, and curious students to keep learning, think critically, and recognize the impact that great teaching can have on people's lives.
Hosted by Hannah Teutscher and rooted in the teaching philosophy of Performance Fit Pilates in Nürnberg, Germany, the podcast is about exchanging ideas, inspiring change, and helping people discover what's possible through movement.
Exchanging ideas and changing lives, one session at a time.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Free Ebook- 100 Pilates Class Themes: https://performance-fit-online.com/100-pilates-class-themes
Free Ebook -Top Teaching Tips: https://performance-fit-online.com/top-teaching-tips
Free Creativity Masterclass: Creativity Mini-Workshop
Read about Train the Trainers: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com/train-the-trainers/
Connect with us at: Hannah@pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
Performance Fit Pilates: https://www.pilates-studio-nuernberg.com
Performance Fit Pilates on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance_fit_pilates
Performance Fit Pilates on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDvzuZtali0B3uWzVcwOH1Q
Hannah Teutscher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-teutscher/