Скачать или смотреть Lana Jones was "too strong": from prima ballerina to delivering babies

For almost two decades, Lana Jones was a principal dancer at the Australian Ballet, celebrated for lead roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, and The Sleeping Beauty. And still, she was told she was “too strong”. After an illustrious career, Jones stepped away from the spotlight to retrain as a midwife. In this episode, Lana joins Briana Blackett to discuss how being “too strong” has helped her soar – from the stage to the delivery room.

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00:00 Introduction
00:46 From prima ballerina to student midwife
01:54 Overcoming the "too strong" label
03:41 Embracing vulnerability and strength
04:35 The battle with perfectionism
05:43 Transitioning to midwifery
06:55 Navigating mature-age study
08:14 Balancing motherhood and reinvention
09:05 Knowing when to leave a career
10:48 Letting go of the first love
12:28 Seeking professional support
13:46 Starting fresh in a high-pressure role
15:36 Lessons from the delivery room
16:55 The power of control and support
18:18 Pride in the career journey
19:25 Advice for aspiring career changers