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Your Creative Chord PodcastThe Creativity & Wellness Connection | Ep 75Episode 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 WebsiteBeverley GlazerFree checklist: From Stuck to UnstoppableWendee LeeInstagram...2025-05-061h 13
Your Creative Chord PodcastStay Organized with My Task-Tracking Google Sheet Ep 74Episode 74: Stay Organized with My Task-Tracking Google SheetIn today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful tool I use to stay organized and on track with my podcasting workflow: my task-tracking Google Sheet. This system helps me manage everything from podcast creation to social media posts, emails, and YouTube versions of my episodes—and it can easily be adapted to your own projects or goals.I’ll walk you through how I’ve structured my Google Sheet to break down tasks into clear categories, use color-coding for organization, and ensure nothing fa...2025-04-2911 min
Aging with Purpose and PassionHealing Through Creativity: Transforming Trauma and Finding PurposeIn this inspiring episode of ''Aging With Purpose and Passion", Jenny Leigh Hodgins takes us on a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery through creativity. Growing up in a dysfunctional family, Jenny found refuge in music at a young age, using the piano as her emotional sanctuary. What began as a source of comfort became her life’s passion and career, leading her to become a composer, teacher, and creative empowerment coach.After discovering Buddhism in her twenties, Jenny grounded her life in its principles, helping her navigate life's challenges with a fresh perspective. This spiritual foundation gu...2025-04-2318 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastTurning Struggles into Stepping Stones for Happiness Ep 72Note: Episode 72, Turning Struggles into Stepping Stones, was originally scheduled for April 1. It has now been rescheduled to air on April 15, 2025.In Ep. 72, I share how struggles can actually become stepping stones for happiness. It’s all about shifting your mindset and seeing challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I discuss how embracing obstacles with the right attitude can lead to a stronger, more fulfilled life.I also share my poem How to Feel the Sun from Kaleidoscope of the Heart: A Poetry and Lyrics Collection—a piece that enco...2025-04-1510 min
Your Creative Chord Podcast3 Simple Shifts for Piano Practice Consistency Ep 73**Episode 72, Turning Struggles into Stepping Stones, and Episode 73, Three Simple Shifts for Piano Practice Consistency, have swapped air dates. Episode 73 will now air on April 1, 2025.**Episode 73: 3 Simple Shifts for Piano Practice ConsistencyStruggling to stay consistent with your piano practice? In this episode, I share three simple mindset shifts that can transform how you approach practice—helping you build lasting habits and make real progress, whether you’re a beginner or returning after a break.You’ll learn how to:🎹 Embrace imperfection over perfection, freeing yourself from frustration.🎹 Break practice int...2025-04-0116 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastBoosting Your Creative Flow for Wellness & Fulfillment Ep 71UPDATE: New Date for the Creativity Panel Event!I originally planned to hold our Creativity Panel Event: The Creativity & Wellness Connection on March 18, but due to illness, I’ve had to postpone. The updated dates are:April 21 – The Creative Flow & Inspired Living group officially opensApril 22 – Creativity Panel EventApril 23 – Early Access to my Creativity Empowerment Coaching ProgramThank you for your patience as I focus on rest so I can bring my best energy to these events!***In episode 71 , Boosting Your Creative...2025-03-1807 min
Your Creative Chord Podcast5 Simple Strategies to Get Organized & Achieve Your Goals Ep 70In episode 70 of Your Creative Chord, '5 Simple Strategies to Get Organized & Achieve Your Goals,' I’m sharing simple yet powerful organizational strategies to help you boost your creativity and productivity. If you struggle with focus, procrastination, or perfectionism, this episode is for you.I’ll walk you through how organizing your tasks and aligning them with your values can clear mental clutter and make room for creative flow. You’ll hear practical tips on prioritizing your tasks, using the 80/20 rule to maximize impact, and leveraging time-blocking and batching to reduce overwhelm. Plus...2025-03-0416 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastReignite Your Creativity My Proven Formula Ep 69Reignite Your Creativity: My Proven FormulaIn this episode, I reveal my Proven Formula to help you reignite your creativity and tap into your full creative potential. If you’re feeling stuck or lacking inspiration, I’ll guide you through simple yet powerful steps to get back into your creative flow.You’ll learn:How to break free from creative blocks using a proven system designed to nurture your ideas.Actionable steps to overcome self-doubt and fear, and reignite your passion for creativity.Tips for creating a sustainable routin...2025-02-1820 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastTurning Life's Challenges into Creative Power Ep 68Ep 68: Turning Life's Challenges Into Creative PowerIn 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 empowermentPersonal stories about how struggles like stage fright and financial setbacks became opportunities for growthSimple strategies to build strength through adversity✨ Free Resource...2025-02-0418 min
Your Creative Chord Podcast2 Powerful Strategies To Speed Up Your Piano Progress Ep 67In 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 here2025-01-2118 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastWhat's The #1 Key To Your Piano Progress? Ep 66In 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 he...2025-01-0714 min
Your Creative Chord PodcastPiano Tips: How Incremental Practice Unlocks Your Piano Potential Ep 65Discover 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...2024-12-1719 min