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What if goal setting wasn’t about pressure—but about purpose?

In this heartfelt episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer Hawkins explores how meaningful growth happens when we look at the whole person—physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Through personal stories, studio culture, and real-life examples, she shares why writing things down, reflecting often, and setting intentional goals can shape not just great dancers—but grounded, confident humans.

Ms. Jennifer opens up about why journaling has been part of her life since childhood, sharing a powerful story about legacy, love, and the importance of recording life’s moments. She connects that legacy to today’s dancers through dance journals, goal tracking, and leadership practices inside the studio.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Actionable goal-setting ideas for dancers, parents, teachers, and studio owners
• Why journaling matters at every age (and how it doesn’t have to be perfect)
• How Starbound Performers' monthly value of Goal Setting shows up in real life
• Ms. Jennifer’s guiding words for the year: Joy, Connection, and Hesed
• A surprise student spotlight celebrating a former dancer’s collegiate success
• Industry inspiration from Alex Wong, including a personal memory of meeting him in person
• A very memorable Chocolate Break involving an automatic M&M dispenser 😄

Whether you’re eight years old starting your first journal, a teen navigating growth, a parent supporting a performer, or a studio owner leading a community—this episode is a reminder that the small, intentional steps you take today matter more than you may realize.

🎧 Grab a notebook, take a deep breath, and join us for a conversation about growth, grace, and writing your story with purpose.

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As we head into winter break and begin thinking about the New Year, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and consider one powerful question:

What if growth doesn’t come from working harder — but from making the right shift?

In Episode 15 of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer introduces the concept of a Quantum Leap — a small but intentional change that unlocks meaningful progress. Inspired by a powerful story of a fly trapped at a glass window, this episode connects mindset, teaching, and leadership to real-life moments inside the dance studio.

This episode explores:
✨ How dancers can break through plateaus
✨ How parents can reframe class changes and feedback
✨ How teachers can create breakthroughs through clarity, hands-on corrections, and intentional transitions
✨ How studio owners can use mid-year as a pivot point for growth
✨ Why New Year’s resolutions should focus on alignment, not pressure

This episode is encouraging, reflective, and deeply practical — perfect for dancers, families, educators, and studio owners alike.

Sometimes the door is already open.
The shift you need might be smaller than you think.

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Behind every magical performance is a team you don’t always see.

Over the past few months, Starbound Performers experienced one of the busiest seasons in our history — from hosting over 21 Fall Festivals, to overseeing daily entertainment for the Light the World Giving Machine experience, holiday school performances, city parades, and community events.

In this episode of Starbound Unscripted, Ms. Jennifer pulls back the curtain to share why none of it would have been possible without an incredible support staff.

This episode is:
✨ A heartfelt thank-you to the team behind the scenes
✨ An educational look at what support staff truly do
✨ A reminder for students and families about gratitude and teamwork
✨ A leadership message for studio owners and educators

Whether you’re a dancer, parent, teacher, or studio owner, this episode will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the people who make the magic happen.

Because great studios aren’t built alone — they’re built together.

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