My computer comes with certain default settings. I think we might come with default settings too. I default to checking the food pantry when I get stuck writing. I default to watching Netflix at night after dinner. I default to the same walking route every week. Some of my defaults are good – like eating … read more
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Overcoming RESISTANCE
I just saw a Marie TV episode about RESISTANCE which instantly took me out of a rut and propelled me into motivated and inspired action. In Marie’s interview of author, Steven Pressfield, he describes RESISTANCE as the very real negative vortex that sabotages your creative works and dreams. It is there any time you are trying … read more
YOUR Big Creative Project – Let Me Break It Down
I just began a big creative project. I’m writing my second Solo Show Musical. While each creative project is different with unique steps to follow, there is also a general infrastructure that I find useful. I’d like to share my process with you in order to help YOU with YOUR big creative projects. See your … read more
The Paradox of Life: Togetherness and Solitude
I’ve been drinking up some much needed alone time since Labor Day. The summer was filled with friends and family. It’s such a blessing to have a home that everyone wants to visit! Yet after a few months of it I began to feel emptied and drained. When I spoke to people about it, they … read more
What Really Blew Me Away!
Writing a solo show was truly the most awesome creative project that I have ever done. It stands as one of the top landmark experiences of my life. I could tell you about the thrill and power of creating a large scale story that contained all of my songs. I could talk about making a … read more
The story in your songs: A new writing practice
Develop a daily writing practice Free writing everyday can really help you develop story material for your solo show. This practice is in addition to and a little different than your songwriting. Now Singer/songwriter’s are already great writers. You know about metaphors, imagery, rhyming, and bringing all the senses to life. But I want you … read more
What it really takes – 3 things you must have
One of the hardest thresholds to cross in doing a Solo Show Musical is starting. There are so many unknowns. How do you know if you’re ready or have what it takes. Hopefully this video blog will give you some information and answer some questions so you can make The Big Decision and move forward. … read more
What is a solo show musical anyway
The Solo Show Musical is an emerging genre for Singer/Songwriters to showcase their original songs in a whole new way. Actors have been doing Solo Shows for years. They got sick of waiting for parts their whole life, and took their careers into their own hands by writing the perfect story and parts for … read more
Match the Depth of Your Project with Depth of Coaching
Hey Singer/Songwriters and Other Creatives! Have you been thinking about your next creative project? What will it be? Will you need support to complete it? Has something been brewing in the back of your mind? Are you mulling over all the coaching and class options there are available, trying to decide which is best for … read more
Be Uncomfortable
BE UNCOMFORTABLE No one likes to be uncomfortable. In fact we tend to avoid it at all costs. I, for one, love to be comfortable. Really comfortable. I love hot baths, massages, movies. And in my work, sue me, but I want to be in my comfort zone. I don’t want to be stressed. But … read more
