What happens when the world you love becomes the place that breaks you?

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, host, Mel Histon, sits down with her sister, Kate Histon, to uncover a truth that has stayed hidden in the shadows of the dance world for far too long.

From the outside, ballet looks beautiful—poised, elegant, disciplined.
But behind the curtain?
For so many dancers, the reality is far darker.

Kate bravely shares:


The silent culture of abuse, control and perfectionism inside the ballet world


How young girls are conditioned to ignore pain, override their bodies and please authority


The lasting emotional and physical trauma that shaped her adult life


What finally forced her to confront the truth she had been carrying for decades


And the powerful healing journey she has been on ever since

This is more than a story about ballet—it’s a story about reclaiming your voice, unlearning the harm you normalised as a girl, and finding your way back to your true self.

Whether you’ve danced, parent a dancer, or have ever abandoned your own needs to fit in or be “good,” this episode will crack something open in you.

It’s raw.
It’s honest.
And it’s one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had.

Listen now to hear how Kate broke free from the system that shaped her—and how she finally started to heal.

Connect with KATE HISTON: 
Instagram @kate_histon
Instagram: @dance_real_podcast
Instagram: @master_dancer_mindset 
Website: www.katehiston.com
Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista

Connect with MEL HISTON:
Subscribe to make sure you hear the next instalment of Hey Soul Sista!
Instagram @melissahiston
Instagram @heysoulsistapodcast
Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista
Website: heysoulsista.com
Website: gotyourbacksista.com

What happens when the world you love becomes the place that breaks you?
In this deeply personal and powerful episode, host, Mel Histon, sits down with her sister, Kate Histon, to uncover a truth that has stayed hidden in the shadows of the dance world for far too long.
From the outside, ballet looks beautiful&mdash;poised, elegant, disciplined. But behind the curtain? For so many dancers, the reality is far darker.
Kate bravely shares:
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The silent culture of abuse, control and perfectionism inside the ballet world
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How young girls are conditioned to ignore pain, override their bodies and please authority
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The lasting emotional and physical trauma that shaped her adult life
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What finally forced her to confront the truth she had been carrying for decades
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And the powerful healing journey she has been on ever since
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This is more than a story about ballet&mdash;it&rsquo;s a story about reclaiming your voice, unlearning the harm you normalised as a girl, and finding your way back to your true self.
Whether you&rsquo;ve danced, parent a dancer, or have ever abandoned your own needs to fit in or be &ldquo;good,&rdquo; this episode will crack something open in you.
It&rsquo;s raw. It&rsquo;s honest. And it&rsquo;s one of the most important conversations we&rsquo;ve ever had.
Listen now to hear how Kate broke free from the system that shaped her&mdash;and how she finally started to heal.
Connect with KATE HISTON:&nbsp;
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<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Instagram @kate_histon</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Instagram: @dance_real_podcast</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Instagram: @master_dancer_mindset&nbsp;</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Website: www.katehiston.com</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista</li>
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Connect with MEL HISTON:
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<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Subscribe to make sure you hear the next instalment of Hey Soul Sista!</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Instagram @melissahiston</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Instagram @heysoulsistapodcast</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Website: heysoulsista.com</li>
<li data-start="1515" data-end="1626">Website: gotyourbacksista.com</li>
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Welcome to Hey Soul Sista—the podcast for women who are ready to live with more joy, purpose, and SOUL! If you’re feeling the pull to re-discover yourself, embrace new possibilities, and create a life that truly lights you up, you’re in the right place.

Each episode, I sit down with incredible women who are sharing their soulful wisdoms and finding deeper meaning in this life. We dive into real stories, honest conversations, and practical wisdom to help you feel inspired, seen, and ready to say YES to yourself.

I’ll also bring on experts in health, wellness, mindset, and spirituality to share their best tips on how to nurture your body, mind, and soul—because thriving in midlife is about feeling good inside and out. Because midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s an awakening. 

And Hey Soul Sista is here to remind you that the best is yet to come. So hit that follow button, pour yourself a coffee (or a wine—no judgment here), and let’s navigate this journey together with laughter, courage, and a whole lot of soul.

This is Hey Soul Sista, and you are exactly where you need to be.

With love and soul, Mel Histon - your host xx

Welcome to Hey Soul Sista&mdash;the podcast for women who are ready to live with more joy, purpose, and SOUL!&nbsp;If you&rsquo;re feeling the pull to re-discover yourself, embrace new possibilities, and create a life that truly lights you up, you&rsquo;re in the right place.
Each episode, I sit down with incredible women who are sharing their soulful wisdoms and finding deeper meaning in this life. We dive into real stories, honest conversations, and practical wisdom to help you feel inspired, seen, and ready to say YES to yourself.
I&rsquo;ll also bring on experts in health, wellness, mindset, and spirituality to share their best tips on how to nurture your body, mind, and soul&mdash;because thriving in midlife is about feeling good inside and out. Because midlife isn&rsquo;t a crisis&mdash;it&rsquo;s an awakening.&nbsp;
And Hey Soul Sista is here to remind you that the best is yet to come. So hit that follow button, pour yourself a coffee (or a wine&mdash;no judgment here), and let&rsquo;s navigate this journey together with laughter, courage, and a whole lot of soul.
This is Hey Soul Sista, and you are exactly where you need to be.
With love and soul, Mel Histon - your host xx

Hey Soul Sista is the podcast for women who are ready to live with more joy, purpose, and SOUL! If you’re feeling the pull to re-discover yourself, embrace new possibilities, and create a life that truly lights you up, you’re in the right place.

Hey Soul Sista by Melissa Histon

 

Welcome to Hey Soul Sista—the podcast for women who are ready to live with more joy, purpose, and SOUL! If you’re feeling the pull to re-discover yourself, embrace new possibilities, and create a life that truly lights you up, you’re in the right place.

Each episode, I sit down with incredible women who are sharing their soulful wisdoms and finding deeper meaning in this life. We dive into real stories, honest conversations, and practical wisdom to help you feel inspired, seen, and ready to say YES to yourself.

I’ll also bring on experts in health, wellness, mindset, and spirituality to share their best tips on how to nurture your body, mind, and soul—because thriving in midlife is about feeling good inside and out.

Because midlife isn’t a crisis—it’s an awakening. And Hey Soul Sista is here to remind you that the best is yet to come.

So hit that follow button, pour yourself a coffee (or a wine—no judgment here), and let’s navigate this journey together with laughter, courage, and a whole lot of soul.

This is Hey Soul Sista, and you are exactly where you need to be.

With love and soul,

Mel Histon - your host xx

&nbsp;
Welcome to Hey Soul Sista&mdash;the podcast for women who are ready to live with more joy, purpose, and SOUL!&nbsp;If you&rsquo;re feeling the pull to re-discover yourself, embrace new possibilities, and create a life that truly lights you up, you&rsquo;re in the right place.
Each episode, I sit down with incredible women who are sharing their soulful wisdoms and finding deeper meaning in this life. We dive into real stories, honest conversations, and practical wisdom to help you feel inspired, seen, and ready to say YES to yourself.
I&rsquo;ll also bring on experts in health, wellness, mindset, and spirituality to share their best tips on how to nurture your body, mind, and soul&mdash;because thriving in midlife is about feeling good inside and out.
Because midlife isn&rsquo;t a crisis&mdash;it&rsquo;s an awakening. And Hey Soul Sista is here to remind you that the best is yet to come.
So hit that follow button, pour yourself a coffee (or a wine&mdash;no judgment here), and let&rsquo;s navigate this journey together with laughter, courage, and a whole lot of soul.
This is Hey Soul Sista, and you are exactly where you need to be.
With love and soul,
Mel Histon - your host xx

Hey Soul Sista 

Mel Histon sits down with her sister Kate Histon to expose the dark side of ballet, share Kate’s journey through abuse and trauma, and explore the powerful path of healing, courage, and reclaiming your voice.

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