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Ep 81 — The Unseen Garden Within: Creative Power & Feminine Truth with Sam Horton In this thoughtful conversation, I talk with artist, poet, and women’s empowerment specialist Sam Horton about the feminine nature of creativity — and how creative expression can support emotional wellbeing, healing, and a deeper connection to yourself. We explore the importance of honoring your inner seasons, reframing creative blocks, and embracing creativity as a ritual of intuitive trust and self-empowerment. Sam also shares how her own journey through art and poetry led her to help women reclaim their voice and sense of worth. What you’ll hear: Why creativity is naturally feminine and intuitive How to work with, not against, your current creative season What it means to treat creativity as a sacred, personal ritual Encouragement for anyone feeling blocked, burned out, or disconnected ✨ Learn more about Sam’s work at SamHorton.co Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Creative Empowerment Sampler Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved.

EPISODE 80: Creative Power, Burnout Recovery & Becoming the Main Character in Your Life In this reflective episode, I share my personal story—why burnout recovery, boundary-setting, and creative empowerment have become a vital part of my work. You'll hear how navigating caregiving, family dysfunction, and community leadership led me to reclaim my voice and shift from overextension to alignment. This episode includes: Insights on recognizing and shifting out of burnout Support for setting boundaries without guilt A reading of my original poem, Your Life (from my poetry book) Guided reflection prompts to support your inner clarity A meditative moment with my original music, Ocean Waving If you’re feeling blocked, burned out, or disconnected from your creativity, this episode offers space to reconnect with what matters most—through creative expression, self-compassion, and personal values. 🎁 Free Poetry Sampler Selected verses to support clarity and alignment with your authentic voice: 👉 YourCreativeChord.com/poetry 📖 Get my full poetry book, Kaleidoscope of the Heart 👉 YourCreativeChord.com/books 🔖 Free Inspirational Bookmark Trio (IBT) Tools for realigning your energy, nurturing creativity, and setting boundaries: 👉 YourCreativeChord.com/getinspiredhere 🎯 Creative Empowerment Coaching Program If you're ready for support to move from burnout or creative block to clarity, confidence, and creative flow, apply to work with me here: 👉 YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Creative Empowerment Sampler Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved.

Episode 79 – Creative Tools for Navigating Boundaries Setting boundaries is hard enough—what helps you process the emotional resistance that follows? In this episode of Your Creative Chord, I walk you through how creative and spiritual practices can help you stay grounded, clear, and compassionate through any boundary maintenance challenges. You'll hear the full version of my original song For You and Me (from my 2001 Butterfly, Believe album), plus poems from Kaleidoscope Of The Heart, all drawn from my personal experience navigating boundary backlash. This episode offers practical tools and encouragement to help you move through discomfort, protect your peace, and transform emotional weight into creative power. Check out the SGI Buddhability Podcast here. 📖 Get Your Free poetry sampler here.  🌱 Ready to move forward with clarity, confidence, and creative flow? Apply here to work with me through my Creative Empowerment Coaching Program.  Recommended Your Creative Chord Podcast Episodes:  🎙️Episode 77, Boundaries For Protecting Your Creative Energy.  🎙️Episode 78, How To Deal with Resistance to Your Boundaries.  🎙️For deeper burnout recovery insights, check out episodes 62 through 64. Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Creative Empowerment Sampler Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved.

Episode 77: Boundaries For Protecting Your Creative Energy In this solo episode, I share practical insights on why setting boundaries is essential for preserving your energy, staying creatively aligned, and avoiding burnout. You’ll hear real-life examples of red flags—both personal and professional—that signal the need for boundaries. I offer clear, doable ways to set, communicate, and maintain boundaries with confidence and clarity. These strategies reflect a key pillar of my Creative Empowerment Coaching Program and are included in the free Inspirational Bookmark Trio—a tool designed to help you protect your creative energy and stay focused on what matters most. 💡 Join our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group for more insights, updates, and support at facebook.com/groups/creativeflowinspiredliving. ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

Tune in for key insights from a Piano Panel Event  I hosted inside my New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group. I brought together a panel of experienced piano educators for an in-depth discussion on overcoming challenges at the piano. Get actionable strategies from seven expert piano teachers on building consistent practice habits, improving technique, staying motivated, and exploring musical creativity—especially for adult learners. What You’ll Learn: How to practice consistently without relying on motivation Techniques for efficient, comfortable playing Creative tools like improvisation to boost musical growth Tips for balancing lessons, self-study, and online learning Solutions for performance anxiety and sight reading Piano Panelists featured in this episode: 🎙️ Jenny Leigh Hodgins – Host of Your Creative Chord Podcast, pianist, author, and founder of the New and Returning Piano Learners Group. 🎹 Juan Cabeza Hernandez – Pianist, pedagogue, and author of Piano Train Trips. 🎵 David Holter – Specialist in sight-reading and injury-preventive techniques. 🎶 Maria Lopes – Piano educator creating beginner-friendly resources. 🎧 Leah Murphy – Music therapist focused on adult beginners. 🎼 Lorraine Robinson – The Painless Piano Coach for injury-free playing. 🎻 Suzanne Gilmore – Brings joy and creativity through Music Learning Theory. Join the Conversation! Want more discussions like this? Join my New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group for ongoing support, resources, and future live events!  Download my free Piano Strategies Bundle for tools to support consistent progress! Visit YourCreativeChord.com for more piano tips, creative strategies, and inspiration. Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

Episode 75: A replay of the Creativity Panel Event, hosted inside our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group. Join me and six panelists as we share expert insights on creativity, wellness, and overcoming blocks, exploring the powerful connection between creativity and wellness!  Connect with our panelists: Kathy Tarochione   Courtney Bell Website Beverley Glazer Free checklist: From Stuck to Unstoppable Wendee Lee Instagram Sarah Carlton Green Wonderful Morrison Podcast Discovery Call ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

UPDATE: New Date for the Creativity Panel Event! Our Creativity Panel Event: The Creativity & Wellness Connection was rescheduled to April 21, 2025. *** In episode  71 , Boosting Your Creative Flow for Wellness  & Fulfillment, I’m sharing how to boost your creative flow and achieve greater wellness and fulfillment. With the Creativity Panel Event happening today and the launch of my Creative Empowerment Coaching Program tomorrow, this episode is packed with insights and actionable steps to help you reconnect with your creativity and thrive. We’ll discuss the importance of creative wellness practices for overcoming burnout, boosting mental health, and fostering a sense of fulfillment. You’ll also get a preview of today’s creativity panel, where you can hear from amazing creatives about how to sustain your flow, overcome creative blocks, and navigate the challenges of maintaining inspiration. If you’ve been feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this episode will guide you toward regaining your focus, reigniting your creative energy, and moving forward with purpose. Catch the Creativity and Wellness Connection in Episode 75 to spark your creativity and learn strategies for overcoming creative blocks and burnout. 💡 Join our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group for more insights, updates, and support at facebook.com/groups/creativeflowinspiredliving. ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

Ep 68: Turning Life's Challenges Into Creative Power In this episode, I dive into the concept of anti-fragility—how embracing life’s challenges can actually make us stronger and more creative. Instead of just surviving obstacles, we’ll explore how to thrive and transform them into powerful opportunities for growth. 🎧 What you’ll discover in this episode: How challenges can be reframed as stepping stones for creative empowerment Personal stories about how struggles like stage fright and financial setbacks became opportunities for growth Simple strategies to build strength through adversity ✨ Free Resource: Download my Inspirational Bookmark Trio to help reset after burnout and regain creative momentum at YourCreativeChord.com/getinspiredhere 💡 Join our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group for more insights, updates, and support at facebook.com/groups/creativeflowinspiredliving. ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

In episode 67, I'll share two strategies that can transform your piano practice. One focuses on goal-driven practice, and the other takes a more meditative, slow-down approach—borrowed from piano educator Bob Ross (not the artist!). Which one will help you most, or will you combine both? Tune in to discover how these methods can make your practice more balanced and effective. 🎹 Don't miss these upcoming events: 👉 Register for the January 21st piano panel event here! 👉 Join my New & Returning Piano Learners Facebook group here! 👉 Get on the Essential Piano Basics Course Waitlist now! 🎧 Grab your Unlock Your Piano Potential ebook, Piano Practice Tracker, and more free resources here! Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

In this episode, I share the #1 key to your piano progress—it's more essential than other factors you might think are more important! If you've been eager to start or feel stuck in your piano journey, this episode will help you get back on track. Tune in to find out how to make real progress! Join me on January 21 for a special piano panel event inside the New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group! Details and registration here! Join the New and Returning Piano Learners group here! Looking for more guidance? Check out my Essential Piano Basics Course to build a solid foundation! Need help tracking your progress? Download my Piano Practice Tracker here! Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

Discover how small, focused practice sessions can unlock your piano potential. In this episode, I share the incremental practice strategy—a proven method for overcoming challenges, staying consistent, and making steady progress, even with limited time. Learn how to target trouble spots, maximize your practice routine, and build momentum toward your musical goals. Ready to take the next step? Join my January 21, 2025 Piano Panel event in the New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group  and download your free Unlock Your Piano Potential ebook! Tune in now and transform your piano practice. Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

In this episode of Your Creative Chord Podcast, host Jenny Leigh Hodgins explores the powerful role that setting boundaries plays in creating a more balanced, fulfilling life. Sharing authentically about her own journey with boundaries, Jenny Leigh emphasizes the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and clarity. She offers practical tips on how to make time for what matters most, communicate your limits effectively, and say no without guilt. This episode is a perfect refresher for the busy holiday season, as many struggle with boundaries and overwhelm at this time of year. Listeners will discover how setting boundaries can enhance productivity, improve relationships, and support overall well-being. Jenny Leigh encourages you to reflect on where boundaries might benefit your life and take intentional steps to live more in alignment with your values. 💡 Join our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group for more insights, updates, and support at facebook.com/groups/creativeflowinspiredliving. ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

In episode 63 part 2, I continue my personal journey of rebuilding and reflection as I explore the path of recovering from burnout. Recovery doesn’t happen overnight, but through creativity, self-compassion, and reconnecting with what truly matters, I’m finding my way back to balance. I discuss the emotional impact of recent election results, particularly for those feeling frustrated or defeated by the outcome. The added stress and emotional turmoil of political news can contribute to burnout, and I share practical tips on how I'm navigating these feelings with more grace, positivity, and resilience. You’ll hear about: How reconnecting with your inner stillness helps you find peace through moments of reflection How to use creativity as a tool for emotional resilience How to embrace self-compassion and create value from your experiences I also share verses from my poetry book Kaleidoscope of the Heart, including the poem "Breathing," and an original musical meditation (from my podcast show music!) to help you tap into the healing power of stillness and create a peaceful space for your own recovery. If you’re in a phase of burnout recovery, or just need a reminder to pause and reflect, this episode offers you practical strategies to regain balance and ignite your creative energy. 💡 Join our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group for more insights, updates, and support at facebook.com/groups/creativeflowinspiredliving. ✨ Ready to Explore or Reconnect with Your Creativity?✨  Whether you’re creatively curious, facing blocks, or ready to build lasting momentum, my 3-month Creative Empowerment Coaching Program offers focused, personalized support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply now at YourCreativeChord.com/workwithme to take the next committed step toward empowered, inspired living.✨🌻 Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

5 Tips to Build Consistent Piano Practice for Busy Adults (Ep. 60)  In this special episode of Your Creative Chord, I'll share practical insights for both new and returning piano learners. If you're ready to establish a solid foundation for your piano journey, this episode is designed for you. I'll walk you through effective strategies that I've been using myself to get back into a groove after a gap, inspired by my current focus on using self-kindness after an intense and long season of entrepreneurial, caregiving, and leadership tasks. Whether you're just starting out, returning to the piano, or a busy music teacher aiming to keep your skills sharp, these tips will help you stay motivated and navigate common challenges. Join me as we explore how to create a sustainable practice routine that fosters progress and joy in your musical life! Join me for this enriching discussion, and if you want to dive deeper into our community of piano players, visit my Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/newreturningpianolearners to connect, get accountability, and support! For more insights and resources like my Piano Practice Tracker, check out YourCreativeChord.com/pianostrategies. Let's enhance your piano learning experience! Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

Episode 59: Unlock Your Creativity – Special Workshop & Book Signing In this special episode, I’m so happy to share all the exciting details about my upcoming Nurturing Creativity Workshop & Book Signing on Saturday, October 5th in Lexington, Kentucky. Whether you're looking to spark your creative energy or connect with fellow creatives, this workshop is designed for you! Tune in to discover how you can be a part of this event, what activities are planned, and how to enter for a chance to win signed copies of my books, Kaleidoscope of the Heart or Start Piano: What You Need for Successful Learning. Register for the event: https://LexPubLib.org/digital-studio Download your free Inspirational Bookmark Trio: https://www.YourCreativeChord.com/getinspiredhere Explore my books: https://www.YourCreativeChord.com/BOOKS Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your creative potential—get the full scoop inside the episode! Got thoughts or feedback? Tap here to send me a quick note—I’d love to hear from you! Support the show Connect with Jenny Leigh: 💫 Beat blocks. Find flow. Start creating: Inspirational Bookmark Trio Get inspired with a book: 🌻 Kaleidoscope Of The Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection or 🎹 Start Piano: What You Need For Successful Learning! ✨Nurture YOUR creative life: Creative Empowerment Coaching Listen on Your Favorite Podcast App SUBSCRIBE to Your Creative Chord on Apple or Spotify! Please take a moment to rate and review—it helps others find creative inspiration, too! 💖 Support the Creative Mission Help keep creativity flowing by supporting the mission and gaining access to free resources. 👉 Support Today Your Creative Chord Podcast show music, Sun & Bloom © 2016 Jenny Leigh Hodgins | All Content, music, poetry © 2025 Jenny Leigh Hodgins All Rights Reserved

I talk with Betsy Wurzel about dealing with dementia! Betsy is the founder of #KickAlzheimersAssMovement Facebook Group and the host of the Chatting With Betsy Radio Show. She was a caregiver for her late husband, Matt, who battled with Alzheimers for 10 years. We dive into how this experience prompted Betsy to rise up as a leader bringing support to caregivers of loved ones dealing with dementia. Straight talk and practical tips for caregivers and those dealing with dementia here as well as a reminder of alternatives for pre-planning your creative memorial and legacy. Find Betsy and more Dementia and Caregiver Support at: https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/kickalzheimersassmovement Listen to Chatting With Betsy: https://passionateworldtalkradio.com/chatting-with-betsy/ Watch the video and find more resources from this episode here: https://www.yourcreativechord.com/caregiversupport/tips-for-dealing-with-dementia#/ ​ I provide the step by step journey to relief, peace of mind, huge cost savings, and satisfaction from getting your personalized creative memorial planned within 2 months using earth-friendly, cost-reducing *alternatives* to traditional funeral plans with less or -0- corporate &/or religious involvement. Join my CREATIVE MEMORIAL PLANNING FACEBOOK GROUP to access my FREE video series with Reflections For You ebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creativememorialplanning I still have a few slots open in my Explore, Choose, & Plan Your Creative Memorial Plan 2-month coaching program. Would you like to book a FREE Discovery Call with me to see if my program is a good fit for you? If so, just click the link below to schedule a time to chat by Zoom. https://calendly.com/creativememorialplan/discovery-call I’d love to feature answers to listener-submitted questions about anything you want to ask about Creative Memorial Planning. All you have to do is email a voice memo to: YourCreativeChord@gmail.com of no more than 2 minutes, sharing your name, where you’re located, what your question is, and any context you want to share. A few selected voice memos will be included for future podcasts, so please only submit if you’re comfortable having it shared! Created/Produced/Hosted by Jenny Leigh Hodgins Content & Music © 2021 Jenny Leigh Hodgins Join me at YourCreativeChord to get ways for nurturing creativity and inspiration: https://www.yourcreativechord.com/getinspiredhere.html If you enjoyed this podcast--Please LEAVE A REVIEW here! --Even one sentence helps! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yourcreativechord-nurturing-creativity-inspiration/id1467240333&ls=1 Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! YourCreativeChord offers positively transformational advice and action plans for achieving creative energy and progress, transforming obstacles, and fulfilling life's greatest potential. Boost your creative flow. Transform stress with positive self-care. Get motivation to confidently fulfill your greatest potential. Get Empowering Strategies to: 
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I share a few creative ideas on preparing a creative goodbye. Pandemic2020 and my personal experiences with multiple tragedies motivated me to launch my Creative Memorial Planning Facebook Group, a webinar, and my 2-month Coaching Program, "Explore, Choose, & Plan Your Creative Memorial." I help 40+ adults explore alternatives to traditional funeral plans with less or zero corporate &/or religious involvement—and map out a personalized, meaningful, creative memorial plan. HIGHLIGHTS: "I address life and death as one with the understanding that we die as we’ve lived and that we can live more mindfully once we address death." "I’ve served as an unofficial celebrant for more than 20 memorials —including 3 personal losses." "We die how we live. Whatever inner life state we build during our lives, we take with us into the next natural chapter of death. Living an inspired life with creative energy stems from living fully—with mindfulness in the present moment as well as having the courage to face the difficult things." "The ability to manifest my full potential and enjoy life—comes from doing the hard thing—preparing for my end of life NOW as a way to polish my inner humanity. Polishing my inner condition is self-care—that leads to fuel for living an inspired life and brightening the path of others." "One idea for your creative goodbye ritual is poetry. It could be a poem or collection that you wrote, by a loved one, or from your favorite famous poet. Poetry is a beautiful way to express the richness and joy of creativity within your loving legacy." "My poem, To Remember You, as my tribute to my late brother, John." "How to prepare a collection of your legacy documents as a memorable family activity or a creative project of your own." RELATED LINKS: Watch my Video, A FEW IDEAS FOR YOUR CREATIVE GOODBYE at: https://www.facebook.com/1416900654/videos/10219600496549120/ Join my CREATIVE MEMORIAL PLANNING GROUP to access my FREE video series with Reflections For You ebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/creativememorialplanning/  GET Your Creative Memorial Planning Webinar:  https://www.yourcreativechord.com/creative-memorial-planning-webinar.html *** If you enjoy this podcast, you can help me by leaving a review on iTunes at the link here! ​--Even one sentence helps keep YourCreativeChord top of mind for others to find inspiration! Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! Or, share this link with your social media. You can also forward the link to this podcast by email to your friends! Thanks for helping spread the word so YourCreativeChord Podcast can continue bringing you inspiring interviews and stories! Join me at YourCreativeChord to get ways for nurturing creativity and inspiration: www.yourcreativechord.com/getinspiredhere.html If you enjoyed this podcast--Please LEAVE A REVIEW here! --Even one sentence helps! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your…1467240333&ls=1 Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! Find YourCreativeChord on: www.instagram.com/yourcreativechord/ www.twitter.com/URCreativeChord www.facebook.com/YourCreativeChord/ www.pinterest.com/YourCreativeChord/ This is a podcast by YourCreativeChord.com
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This episode of YourCreativeChord Podcast features my personal blog on using struggles as stepping stones to happiness and my poem, How To Feel The Sun. My message of encouragement for enduring the pandemic and other stress factors of 2020. HIGHLIGHTS: "It's easy for any of us to be defeated by our problems. Whether they are big or small doesn't matter. They're our problems and because of that, they can seem tailor-designed to knock us down." "Regardless of specifics, when faced with difficulty, having the attitude to work toward a solution or win victory, is the first step to creating forward momentum." "You Get Stronger Through Challenging A Problem" "If we first work on strengthening the attitude behind our actions, we stand a greater chance of overcoming the problem or reaching a goal. Actions we take are only part of the solution or winning strategy." Excerpt from my poem, How To Feel The Sun: "In your heart, you have everything you need to break through You must awaken to the fact that it all depends on you There, inside, a battle wages between your darkness and light You must focus all your energy on keeping victory in sight." "There’s an Einstein quote I love, 'It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer.'" "Problems can function as beneficial to our lives because they push us into the proverbial corner until we learn to strengthen our belief in the unlimited potential within ourselves and humanity." RELATED LINKS: SGI-USA Buddhism https://www.sgi-usa.org/ My Photo Essay, Keep Looking For Moments Like These To Celebrate And Appreciate: https://www.yourcreativechord.com/creativity-strategies/keep-looking-for-moments-like-these-to-celebrate-appreciate ​ GET YOURCREATIVECHORD 2021 NATURE CALENDARS! https://www.yourcreativechord.com/2021calendars.html Get the encouragement you need & joyful, creative ideas for every day of the year!🌞 My new 2021 Nature Calendars feature nature immersion and positive self-care affirmations to: Boost your creative flow. Transform your stress with positive self-care. Inspire motivation for you to confidently fulfill your greatest potential.   *** If you enjoy this podcast, you can help me by leaving a review on iTunes at the link here! ​--Even one sentence helps keep YourCreativeChord top of mind for others to find inspiration! Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! Or, share this link with your social media. You can also forward the link to this podcast by email to your friends! Thanks for helping spread the word so YourCreativeChord Podcast can continue bringing you inspiring interviews and stories! Join me at YourCreativeChord to get ways for nurturing creativity and inspiration: www.yourcreativechord.com/getinspiredhere.html If you enjoyed this podcast--Please LEAVE A REVIEW here! --Even one sentence helps! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your…1467240333&ls=1 Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! YourCreativeChord offers positively transformational advice and action plans for achieving creative energy and progress, transforming obstacles, and fulfilling life's greatest potential. Find YourCreativeChord on: www.instagram.com/yourcreativechord/ www.twitter.com/URCreativeChord www.facebook.com/YourCreativeChord/ www.pinterest.com/YourCreativeChord/ This is a podcast by YourCreativeChord.com
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This episode of YourCreativeChord Podcast features my chat with Florida-based artist, Jean Schienle on: the mission of artists, the influence of mentors, and the power of art to empower others. HIGHLIGHTS: Talking with Florida artist Jean Schienle about her art and the motivation that drives her to paint reminded me of something my life mentor, Daisaku Ikeda said, “Culture and the arts create a resonance of shared feeling in people’s hearts and bring them together.” I asked Jean what motivates her art and she immediately responded with her desire to use art for personal development and the encouragement of others. She practices a philosophy to “be the best I can be and to empower others to reach their potential.” Checkout my video chat featuring Jean Schienle's art: https://www.yourcreativechord.com/creatorinterviews/empowering-others-through-art See more samples of Art by Jean Schienle: https://www.yourcreativechord.com/creatorinterviews/empowering-others-through-art5790780 Connect & Find Jean’s Art: Art by Jean Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Art-by-Jean-303133000475451 Safety Harbor Galleria - https://www.facebook.com/safetyharborgalleria/ Thistle Boutique - https://www.facebook.com/ThistleDunedin/ Dunedin Fine Arts Center - https://www.dfac.org/ Jean's spiritual mentor, Soka Gakkai International President Daisaku Ikeda - https://www.sgi.org/about-us/founding-presidents/daisaku-ikeda.html SGI-USA Buddhism - https://www.sgi-usa.org/basics-of-buddhism/ *** If you enjoy this podcast, you can help me by leaving a review on iTunes at the link here! ​--Even one sentence helps keep YourCreativeChord top of mind for others to find inspiration! Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! Or, share this link with your social media. You can also forward the link to this podcast by email to your friends! Thanks for helping spread the word so YourCreativeChord Podcast can continue bringing you inspiring interviews and stories! Join me at YourCreativeChord to get ways for nurturing creativity and inspiration: www.yourcreativechord.com/getinspiredhere.html If you enjoyed this podcast--Please LEAVE A REVIEW here! --Even one sentence helps! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your…1467240333&ls=1 Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! YourCreativeChord offers positively transformational advice and action plans for achieving creative energy and progress, transforming obstacles, and fulfilling life's greatest potential. Find YourCreativeChord on: www.instagram.com/yourcreativechord/ www.twitter.com/URCreativeChord www.facebook.com/YourCreativeChord/ www.pinterest.com/YourCreativeChord/ This is a podcast by YourCreativeChord.com
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YourCreativeChord Podcast Episode 2 of 2 With YourCreativeChord Podcast Guest, Empowerment and Productivity Coach, Agnese Rudzate Switzerland-based Agnese Rudzate is a productivity coach helping female entrepreneurs thrive in their businesses without 24/7 time investment. Her Freedom Business Formula is designed to bring structure so business owners can get rid of overwhelm and constant hustle by working smarter. Agnese is a firm believer that any business can increase its productivity by implementing her formula. With years of experience as a certified quality manager, she has gained insight, skills, knowledge, and confidence in creating, maintaining and implementing structure, systems, and processes that bring RESULTS. HIGHLIGHTS: “You just have to take the first step. You don’t have to see the whole staircase.” “You don’t climb a mountain in a day. Just take that first step and celebrate it.” “You are worthy and that’s the end of it.” On Having A Queen Mindset, “We need to wear that crown and really own it. Don’t be ashamed of it. You deserve it. Straighten your back and wear that crown proudly.” On Rudzate’s Guided Meditations Album, “I have 10 specific guided meditations with this sound background. These were all created for empowerment, motivation, clarity, and focus.” “I didn’t just want to do ‘a meditation.’ I didn’t want to just do something that everybody does. I wanted to be very specific in the results and what I’m creating. Something unique.” On her Video Workshop, “My new video has three questions you should ask yourself to get more effective and focused.” ​ Rudzate offers a quick productivity tip: “For better decision-making: Really listen to yourself. If you’re struggling, or you’re just not sure, ask yourself, ‘Is this a Hell Yes?’ If it’s not a ‘Hell Yes!’--it’s a ‘Hell No.’” “This is how you know that things are aligned with your vision, mission, or your goal. If it’s not… you’re not fully in there, you won’t give your full attention, and quality will decrease. If it’s a ‘Hell Yes,’ then go for it.” Connect with Agnese Rudzate: https://agneserudzate.com/work-with-me/freedom-business-formula/ https://agneserudzate.com https://www.instagram.com/agneserudzate/ https://www.facebook.com/agnese.rudzate.3 https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnese-rudzate-577948186/ https://twitter.com/AgneseRudzate ​ If you enjoy this podcast, you can help me by leaving a review on iTunes at the link here! ​--Even one sentence helps keep YourCreativeChord top of mind for others to find inspiration! Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! Or, share this link with your social media. You can also forward the link to this podcast by email to your friends! Thanks for helping spread the word so YourCreativeChord Podcast can continue bringing you inspiring interviews and stories! Join me at YourCreativeChord to get ways for nurturing creativity and inspiration: www.yourcreativechord.com/getinspiredhere.html If you enjoyed this podcast--Please LEAVE A REVIEW here! --Even one sentence helps! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your…1467240333&ls=1 Consider including your Twitter or IG handle so I can thank you personally! YourCreativeChord offers positively transformational advice and action plans for achieving creative energy and progress, transforming obstacles, and fulfilling life's greatest potential. Find YourCreativeChord on: www.instagram.com/yourcreativechord/ www.twitter.com/URCreativeChord www.facebook.com/YourCreativeChord/ www.pinterest.com/YourCreativeChord/ This is a podcast by YourCreativeChord.com
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 Content & Music © 2020 Jenny Leigh Hodgins YourCreativeChord.com offers links to Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If you purchase after clicking one of these links, I’ll earn a small commission, which helps support YourCreativeChord Podcast and my Blogs on NURTURING CREATIVITY AND INSPIRATION!