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Published Jan 17, 2018

Valentin Chmerkovskiy: The Art of Dance, Success, and Pursuing Your Dreams

Celebrate the transformative power of dance with Valentin Chmerkovskiy as he delves into his personal journey from immigrant struggles to artistic success, sharing valuable insights on mentorship, camaraderie, and authenticity gained through 'Dancing With the Stars.'
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  • Mentorship

    Valentin Chmerkovskiy embraces his role as a mentor on "Dancing With the Stars," finding unexpected fulfillment in guiding others. He shares how the show has allowed him to connect deeply with people, offering them life-changing experiences through dance 1. Val emphasizes the importance of earning trust and inspiring confidence in his partners by showing his dedication and passion 2.

    I try to win them over in terms of just making them feel like I have their best intentions in mind.

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    This mentorship role has transformed his relationship with dance, highlighting its power as a tool for personal growth and connection.

       

    Personal Growth

    Valentin's journey of personal growth is marked by gratitude and a willingness to learn from others. He takes pride in being a good son and brother, and cherishes the opportunity to give back to his family, such as buying his mom a car 3. Val's immigrant background fuels his gratitude towards the opportunities he's received in the U.S., and he hopes to make a lasting impact 4.

    Generosity is the key to happiness. That just came out.

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    Embracing failure as a learning opportunity, he believes success comes from giving 100% effort in every endeavor 5.

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