REMEMBER THE REASON WHY - You go to dance class to learn and improve. To improve in anything, we need feedback to know what is working and what is not. Just being told the positive will not help you grow. Try not to take criticism personally. It has nothing to do with you just what is happening in dance at this moment. It relates to your technique and ability. Getting negative feedback does not mean you are not talented. Even professionals get criticized. The instructor is the coach on your side. Coaches use pointers to make you look your best before you go on stage. I know when I correct it is because I believe the person not only can correct a situation but is capable of it. Someone with no ability usually gets less feedback. That does not mean she is better. It usually means there is nothing to work with, or at least not yet.
CONSIDER THE SOURCE - Feeling overwhelmed or bombarded? Take a moment to prioritize. A comment from a teacher means more than from a fellow student. Remember in choreography the choreographer has final say about the execution. Technique related comments are different from remarks about your body. The latter will hurt even if intended to help you. Don't automatically strike out advice from other sources. These can help you too. Always let teacher make final changes though.
LEARN WHEN TO LET GO - Your first instinct is probably to repeat. repeat, repeat. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, the corrections will not take place that day. That is OK. Sleep on it and look at it again with fresh eyes. Odds are that your body is just over tired and needs a break. Your body needs time to adjust. This is not the same as giving up. Remember, there is a learning curve to everything. Sometimes just block it all out and forget it for now and it will happen. Do not over think. Enjoy the parade.
BE KIND TO YOURSELF - Handling criticism with maturity and positivity requires inner strength. You have to love yourself and forgive yourself. Just remember, a dancer never stops learning. Once one challenge is overcome a new one will crop up. Learn to work within your body's limitations. We all have them. As you progress you will become your most important critic. Stay humble. Develop a tough skin. Just be the best dancer you can, and the best person. Enjoy taking to the stage.
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