In this reflective episode of Your Creative Chord, I share my ongoing journey of practicing the very tips I offer on finding light in dark times. Like you, I’m a work in progress, and together, we’ll explore how to turn life’s challenges into sources of strength and creativity, drawing from my personal experiences and Buddhist practice.

I’ll also be sharing two special lyrics from my poetry and lyrics collection, Kaleidoscope of the Heart. You’ll hear my performance of “Freedom,” where I both sing and play the song, as well as a reading of “Sunshine Over Rain.” Both pieces echo the episode’s theme of transforming adversity into hope, serving as a reminder that even in our most difficult moments, we have the power to ignite our inner light.

If you’re facing struggles or just need a bit of encouragement, join me for an honest, uplifting conversation. Together, we’ll find ways to bring more light into our lives and the world around us.

And as always, I’d love to hear from you. Please leave a review, share your comments, and sign up for more inspiration at YourCreativeChord.com/getinspiredhere

Additional Music/Lyrics: Freedom © 2007 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
Sunshine Over Rain lyrics © 2001 Jenny Leigh Hodgins

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Finding Spring © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
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Welcome to another episode of Your Creative Chord Podcast! In this episode, I share my personal journey of overcoming obstacles while juggling multiple roles and caring for my 84-year-old Mom. I explore the power of embracing and sharing our struggles as a way to practice authenticity and self-compassion.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How sharing mistakes and failures can deepen our connections with others and inspire more authentic interactions.
• Insights from Louise Penny’s book inspired by Leonard Cohen’s lyric, illustrating the beauty found in imperfection.
• The impact of resilience and persistence through personal anecdotes and the metaphor of a determined little girl trying to mount a pony.
• My practical approach to managing multiple roles and creative projects, emphasizing the importance of embracing vulnerability and the lessons learned from setbacks.

Tune in to discover how to turn your obstacles into opportunities for growth and maintain your creative spark through life’s challenges.

Additional Piano Music:

• "Moonlight In My Heart" © 2018 Jenny Leigh Hodgins

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• Join Your Creative Chord's Community to get inspired here!
• Get your copy of Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning!
• Get your copy of Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection!

Follow my podcast for motivational insights, practical tips, and stories on creative flow and inspired living. Please leave a review to help me support more people in nurturing creativity and inspiration. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select 'Write a Review.' Share what you loved most about the episode!

Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
Finding Spring © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
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Note: There is a minor wording error in the show intro. It should state 'author, poet, and hobbyist nature photographer' instead of 'author, poet, hobbyist, and nature photographer.' Thank you for your understanding!

In this episode of Your Creative Chord, I explore how to transform painful experiences of betrayal into opportunities for growth and self-empowerment. Drawing from personal stories over the past eight years, I discuss the lessons learned about setting boundaries and reclaiming personal power.

Here, I offer practical steps for navigating betrayal, empowering you with tools like reflection, safe emotional expression, and using creative writing as a healing tool.

To illustrate the transformative power of creative expression, I read my poem "Rocked" from my book Kaleidoscope of the Heart, accompanied by my original piano composition "Karmic Thread" (2014). This combination demonstrates how creative outlets can help navigate challenging scenarios and foster personal growth.

Additionally, I introduce my two books with the soothing backdrop of "Moonlight in My Heart" (2018), another original piece. These examples highlight how using creative tools can support you in transforming difficult experiences into opportunities for growth and inspired living.

Additional Music:

• "Karmic Thread" (2014) by Jenny Leigh Hodgins
• "Moonlight in My Heart" (2018) by Jenny Leigh Hodgins

Engage with Us: How have you used creative outlets to navigate your own challenges? Share your experiences and insights with us!

Resources:
Better Help
Learn To Live
Grow Therapy

Support the Show.

• Join Your Creative Chord's Community to get inspired here!
• Get your copy of Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning!
• Get your copy of Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection!

Follow my podcast for motivational insights, practical tips, and stories on creative flow and inspired living. Please leave a review to help me support more people in nurturing creativity and inspiration. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select 'Write a Review.' Share what you loved most about the episode!

Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
Finding Spring © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins
All Content © 2024 Jenny Leigh Hodgins,YourCreativeChord.com
All Rights Reserved