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Calming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Tempered UnpredictabilityFocus: relaxation, soothing, grounding. Find a moment to reconnect in less than 10 minutes. Just lie back and listen. The words and music will carry you the rest of the way and have you ready to face your world again. When you can temper your behaviour, you are softening the extremes you participate in. We all talk about balance and presence and being grounded. But at the same time, we are all over-working, over-playing, over-spending, over-imbibing. . . what happens when we 'under-work'? Some pretty amazing things. . . and, life becomes less certain and yet more manageable. Imagine?2025-06-1508 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Treasured Solace & SoothingFocus: Finding comfort and feeling soothed. Find a moment to reconnect in less than 10 minutes. Just lie back and listen. The words and music will carry you the rest of the way and have you ready to face your world again. Looking for a little comfort? This is just what you need. Two songs will embrace you in a comforting and soothing session of warmth. 2025-06-0809 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Joyful PerseveranceFocus: Staying present, process over progress, reaching goals. Find a moment to reconnect in less than 10 minutes. Just lie back and listen. The words and music will carry you the rest of the way and have you ready to face your day again. What does it really take to reach your goals. Intention is merely the beginning. There is always a process that is required to accomplish just about anything. Sometimes we just want to be there without getting there. . . the goal of this episode is to encourage listeners to stay present to the process.2025-06-0208 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Getting ThereFocus: letting go, process over progress. Find a moment of reconnect in less than 8 minutes with this musical escape. Just lie back and listen. The words and music will carry you the rest of the way and have you ready to face your day again. Do you sometimes feel let down that you are not accomplishing your goals? Big or small, we all need a reminder that we don't have to get where we are going immediately, we just need to be Getting There. Want your own Guided Harmony? Reach out! Great news: this podcast has been listed in...2025-05-2407 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Placid GroundFocus: Breathing: Find a moment of reconnect in less than 8 minutes with this musical escape. Just lie back and listen. The words and music will carry you the rest of the way and have you ready to face your day again. This episode is about breathing and feeling safe and secure. Want your own Guided Harmony? Reach out! Great news: this podcast has been listed in the top 15 Music Therapy podcasts by FeedSpot! (Podcast theme song: Emerging by Margaret Dahlberg).2025-05-1807 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsPerseverance with BeatriceSend us a textThis was a real treat, how often do we get to talk to someone who was a 'tween during World War II? Beatrice had a prolific career, a happy marriage and is a mother of four. Such a fascinating listen - she is a woman who had cutting edge aspirations for her generation and continues to have many aspirations at her stage in life, including piano lessons with my mother!2025-05-081h 02
Miss Tweetie's ParentsUnconventional Creativity with LoreleySend us a textArgentinian born Loreley lived a full life before becoming a dedicated Mom of one. She cultivated her own unique circumstance to raise her son in a way that she could stick to her convictions while at the same time, being open to learning and growing. Sounds like a winning combination to me! Two notes from the episode: for video game addiction information: https://camerondare.com/; For the book about Glucose levels: https://www.glucosegoddess.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooVc_WBhzWn84fF-zIII0ISqMBP1iRBe2MVrkmgJFdRV7EvbDYO2025-03-2458 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsStructured Fluidity with LaurenSend us a textLauren, a professional singer and teacher, wears a coat of many colours. This mother of two paints, skates, plays drum kit, hikes, climbs. . . AND. . . she intuitively painted the album cover to the song I wrote for her while listening to it. The water sound in the song is from Lake O'Hara which helped inspired her graphic. SO beautiful! I've added it to the episode graphic as well.2025-03-111h 01
Miss Tweetie's ParentsSerendipitous Stories with RichardSend us a textRichard is a father of one and a grandfather of 3. He is a gentleman of great humour and delivers many of his stories and responses with a twinkle in his eye. This man is a storyteller and talks about many things from grand-parenting to farming in Yorkshire. So many wonderful gems from him! I am also fascinated listening to the older generation's 'origin stories' as they were around for the shift in gender roles and women's rise in independence. Richard's story is unique and compelling.2025-02-2454 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsSeeking Wellness with NicoleSend us a textNicole is a woman with a mission. This mother of a 16 month old girl wants to learn and explore wellness for children. She has created a Facebook page to explore and share resources with other like-minded parents and children's specialists. I'm an admin on the page as well. Look for our "Be Well Kids" page on Facebook. I learned AFTER the interview that Nicole is an incredibly gifted singer/songwriter. Please find her soulful music here: https://www.youtube.com/@nicolelaceyoriginals2025-01-2454 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsA Message from Miss TweetieSend us a textI'm calling this the end of Season 1 with Season 2 out in a few weeks. Looking forward to talking to more amazing people in 2025!2024-12-2301 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsEstablishing Harmony with LindaSend us a textTo me, Linda is in that cutting edge of the generation of women in the 70's that exercised their rights to be treated as equals. So fascinating to listen to her journey - the things we all take for granted now, she had to stand strong against the current - keeping her maiden name, living with her boyfriend instead of marrying him. . . it was really a wonderful pleasure to talk to her. If you want to hear more about Linda, she has another great conversation with her daughter, Morgan, (guest on Miss Tweetie's...2024-12-0953 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsThe Artist's Way with MattSend us a textMatt is a fellow songwriter/composer who has raised two great kids. He may be the first interview I've done where I've never met the kids, I just know the parent. There is no doubt in my mind that his kids are awesome. We have a wonderful conversation AND, he brings his guitar and plays us a tune! Check out Matt's other music here: https://mattburd.bandcamp.com/2024-11-2546 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsAuthentic Balance with SaraSend us a textSara is a busy mother, and local mezzo-soprano with an active performing & teaching career. We talk about balancing so many different things. Plus, aligning our actions with our ideas, particularly as parents. We cover some of the big challenges like seeking balance, teaching resilience and being authentic about what's really happening in your world. My favourite quote from the episode is 'Nobody has their shit together!' You can find Sara at https://sarastaples.com/2024-11-1155 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsWelcome Intensity with MorganSend us a text2024-10-2851 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsDriven with Melba (return guest)Send us a textI had a mission inviting Melba back to the podcast. I wanted to shift the listener's perspective that she can be intimidating. She does have a straight-forward confidence, but if you listen to her words instead of focusing on her intensity, you will hear that her life is not always easy. If you follow her on Instagram, you'll see the many dimensions of her endeavours. This influencer's original interview, "Resilience", was my inaugural episode. Now we get down to it about life's trials and tribulations and her approach to managing them. Check out...2024-10-1450 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsConscientious Power with AnitaSend us a textAnita is a powerhouse of information as both a mother and a former teacher. She is tireless in her pursuit of finding the answers to the greatest challenges she finds as a mother. A woman of balance, she is the co-creator of the online company Earthkits at earthkits.ca where you can find sustainable play-based activities for kids. 2024-09-3059 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsJoyful Perseverance with TylerSend us a textTyler has a fascinating story behind his journey becoming a parent. As a same sex, multi-racial couple, there were many obstacles to overcome. But his ability to persevere and remain positive made their dreams come true. As Tyler and his partner embark upon a new journey to expand their family, he believes that speaking about your dreams and goals helps you achieve them. 2024-09-1654 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsOnward with Janice (Miss Tweetie's Mom)Send us a textMy Mom raised 4 children and built a successful career as a piano teacher and member of the piano teaching community, sitting on many local and provincial boards in many roles, including president. She was born just outside New York City a few years before WWII. Boy, has she seen a LOT of changes. It was really neat hearing her perspective on our modern world, as well as the a challenges and struggles of parents of any generation. It was fun to get to sit down and chat with her.2024-09-0253 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsStellar Arrivals with RoseSend us a textRose is open and direct about her life, its wins and struggles and particularly her aptitude for taking a problem and doing what needs to be done to move forward. She applies this to all of her life and has been successful as a mother and entrepreneur. Certainly she has struggled and talks honestly about it, yet she moves forward with intention and intensity. I highly recommend her services if you are even THINKING about separation: https://www.caimcoaching.com/original AND check out her Facebook group: 'Divorce by Design'. She will guide...2024-08-1948 minMiss Tweetie's ParentsA message from Miss TweetieSend us a textLooking forward to ongoing Miss Tweetie's Parents episodes and am shifting to every other week as my life is getting busier this fall!2024-08-1401 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsPurposeful Clarity with AngelaSend us a textAngela is a gifted teacher, guide and confidant to the children who have had the good fortune to work with her. She may not have children of her own, but she has many interesting perspectives for parents, and seems to recognize how hard parenting must be. She is open about her own mental health struggles and is an inspiration to anyone who has wondered 'why they're here' and if they'll ever figure that out. You can find her at https://www.angelacavar.com/ My daughter has worked with her and I highly recommend!2024-08-0549 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsBreathing Ground with JessSend us a textJess brings a magical approach to grounded parenting. Also a former early-childhood educator, this amazing woman has been pursuing presence for a number of years now. There's nothing like parenting to challenge those practices. Jess also guides and instructs others to use breathing & grounding practices to help them learn to make a quick shift in those tough moments, even with a 2 and 4 year old!2024-07-2951 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsTreasured Solace with JulieSend us a textJulie has a kaleidoscope of exposure when it comes to parenting. Starting out as a school teacher, not only has she raised her own two children, she has been a parenting coach & mentor for over 20 years. She has also had a life long involvement in the arts as a singer & eventually a coach, which now includes working with children & families. You have heard her on the radio, either talking about parenting OR in classical music recordings. What a breadth of knowledge & wisdom! You can find her at parentmentornow.com. I highly recommend her m...2024-07-2251 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsPlacid Ground with MicheleSend us a textMichele is a calm presence which has served her well as a mother, as well as in all aspects of her life. This mother of two adults plus one high-schooler has been through the crazy years of full-on parenting. Being my sister-in-law, we had a good old easy chat, really catching up on things we never thought to talk about! 2024-07-1545 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsLevity & Gravity with JennSend us a textJenn balances fun & funny with high achievement, and she brings it to all aspects of her life. We talk about how to find the sweet spots in parenting between our own internal challenges and the world's external challenges, how to talk to our kids about serious things, how to know when to keep our kids busy & when to give them space. . . What a fun conversation!2024-07-0849 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsIt Takes a Village with ChristinaSend us a textChristina is a Mom who works professionally to guide educational centres & institutions on how to incorporate much needed outdoor play into your children's lives. She is a woman of global empathy and compassion AND she is someone who will get the job done! Her company, Get Outside and Play does onsite consultations & residencies to help change your children's day by day experience: https://getoutsideandplay.ca/2024-07-0151 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsFoundations with RitaSend us a textRita is a great Mom who brings a solid foundation to her family, while she learns how to find her own endeavours as her children grow more and more independent. We talk a lot about balancing everything that comes with raising tweens & teens. Plus, we talk about finding your support mechanisms when you don't have local family to help out. It was a great conversation despite the fact that it took 2 takes and was further delayed by one week, AND I had a microphone failure that affects the sound quality. . . but despite all of...2024-06-2445 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsRoots & Blossoms with AndreaSend us a textThis mother of two is a wonderful combination of an urban career woman and a farm girl. You can tell she comes from strong roots and that she knows exactly what her children need so they can blossom. So Andrea's curiosities are about her own sense of evolving and blossoming as her children grow into young adults. 2024-06-1052 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsMetamorphosis with BenSend us a textBen & I talk about navigating divorce as well as supporting our children when there needs seem to be on opposite ends of the spectrum. Many changes in our lives happen gradually but sometimes big things come along that create bigger shifts. Hence, the title Metamorphosis - on one hand, metamorphosis is a natural evolution but it also tends to be an extreme change. Ben has been through a few but his son has also experienced his own metamorphosis which turned him into a fully immersed motorcycle racer. Check out the opportunities at the...2024-06-0347 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsHidden Gem with SoniaSend us a textSonia is a wealth of knowledge as a mother & a small business-woman - AND she is also a piano & early childhood teacher, just like me! So we have a lot to talk about. We worked hard to keep our conversation around universal subjects for parents, but we can't help but get a little into the music side of things as well. Look for her offerings of piano lessons & early-childhood music @fortemusicstudiocalgary. 2024-05-2755 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsSimply There with CoreySend us a textMy chat with Corey was so interesting. An artist and musician, he brings a simple and straightforward approach to parenting (and life). Plus, he has a particularly unique perspective as a father with thoughts on adoption as well as dealing with a brain injury. For painting parties or band rehearsal space, you can find him at https://www.paintitparties.com. 2024-05-2047 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsAnd So We Dance with TashaSend us a textTasha is a well-known child psychologist in my sphere. It was such a pleasure to have her take off her professional hat and get to it about parenting. What a treat! This empty-nester likes to get right into it and so we did. We discussed that when struggling, particularly with grief, sometimes all we can do is lie in it. . . And, sometimes all we can do is. . . dance! If you are looking for family support, Tasha is a great resource. Find her at tashabelix.com2024-05-1351 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsEnduring Kindness with KaraSend us a textThis mother of 3 children under 5 seems to take things in stride but remembers feeling a lot kinder before she had children. She has been an avid attendee of Music in Nature from the start. What a treat to get to sit down with her. Of course her kindness prevails! Kara is all about Enduring Kindness. 2024-05-0649 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsMorning Musings with RichSend us a textRich is an artist in every possible way. He approaches everything he does relative to his artists demeanour. Aside from his vocation as a graphic artist, sculptor and set builder, Rich is passionate about parenting, family, mountaineering and soccer. He is an extreme early riser, and enjoys ambient music so Morning Musings was a 'no brainer'. Rich and I did not talk about his offerings, which are around branding art and design. He also has a wonderful venture that is connecting hiking to mapping to education and games for children, all in the f...2024-04-2936 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsResounding Resonance with GeriSend us a text"A family that plays together stays together!" This mother & massage therapist is catching her breath now that her children are in their twenties. We reflect on what it was like to grow up in the 70's with parents raised in Europe during WWII. We celebrate how parenting encourages growth and what inspires our children to want to spend time with us, even when they are old enough to do their own thing! Also, she manages a beautiful retreat in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, just north of Calgary: https://www.hipcamp.com...2024-04-2248 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsGentle Intensity with CarolineSend us a textCaroline has a breadth of knowledge when it comes to early-childhood! She's been educated in the field plus has children and grandchildren. We talk about trusting your gut. She shares some of her personal stories that really hit home when it comes to advocating for what you need. It was no surprise that 'Gentle Intensity' was how the song evolved. Have a listen! Do you want to talk about parenting with me? Reach out & we'll chat. Or, if you'd rather I just write you your own intuitive song, I'll do that, too! Margaretdahlberg...2024-04-1547 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsNatural Serenity with AmySend us a textWhat a beautiful woman, inside and out! Amy, mother and holistic practitioner, embodies beauty. Even her home smelled beautiful as I sat with her and recorded this podcast. You can find her wonderful blends at: https://www.lunaroseremedies.com/ We talk about how even though it looks masterful to be out in nature with our kids, we often do it because we do not feel like 'masters' when we stay at home. Her outdoorsy-ness made it easy to add the sounds of nature to her song: "Natural Serenity", which can be found on a...2024-04-0841 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsReverent Determination with BethanySend us a textBethany is a wonderfully soulful woman who is determined to be the best mother she can be. This mother of two, birth doula, vocal teacher and opera singer has no trouble finding the strength to support the masculine energy she is surrounded by in her household! You can find her here: https://www.bethanyyon.com/ - Her strength and determination inspired the song 'Reverent Determination', which can be found on all the streaming sites!2024-04-0151 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsYouthful Curiosity with DevonSend us a textDevon, the driving force behind "Nature Play" and "Timbernook" is a woman filled with both wonder and wisdom. She always knew she wanted to work with children and become a mother and it shows in the calm, strong and curious perspective she brings to parenting and working with children. She provides physiotherapy (Nature Play) and education programs (Timbernook) in an outdoor setting. So cool! If you are a children's educator who wants to learn more about teaching in an outdoor setting, this is the Outdoor Conference website, which is April 12-13, 2024: https://getoutsideandplay...2024-03-2551 min
Miss Tweetie's ParentsGetting There with BonnieSend us a textBonnie, mother of a 9 year old girl, is beyond 'getting there' - she is 'there', as far as I'm concerned. We talked about how to let go of needing our children to look or act a certain way and how to meet them on their level. She is open about her struggles as she tries to get her daughter to function in our structured society without smothering her free spiritedness. So her song, 'GettingThere' doesn't mean that Bonnie is GETTING there - it's about learning to enjoy the process and accept that where...2024-02-2646 min
Clothing Optional With Melba SetoEpisode 23 Clothing Optional Special Feature “Resilience: Melba Seto With Margaret Dahlberg.”Interview with local composure and musician Margaret Dahlberg owner of Music In Nature. “This Monday I'm excited to share Melba Seto's of @bownesssoapworks @melba_seto and her parenting perspectives. She is thoughtful about raising her children and is emphatic about keeping them safe, while allowing them to learn their own resilience and independence.
Composing "Resilience" for Melba was a moving experience, for behind the strong theme, you'll hear softer moments. Some are thoughtful and some are lonely, as Melba spent a great deal of time in isolation as a child. Inevitably the theme rises above its struggles and ends with po...2024-02-1955 min
The Working Mother ExperienceEpisode #36: On Choosing to Trust Your Children with Margaret Dahlberg, Musician, Teacher, Artist & MotherToday on the podcast we meet the incredibly creative, insightful and kind Margaret Dahlberg, known in Calgary as Ms. Tweetie. Margaret is a local celebrity amongst children who enjoy her Music in Nature program or private music lessons AND is an internally recognized composer and musical performer. We are so lucky to be able to showcase one of her original compositions in our virtual gallery. Margaret opens up about her original music, Mountaintop, a composition she created to parallel the experience of being a working mother. She likens the experience and feeling of working motherhood to that f...2023-11-0351 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - RecoveryNow with words, this episode reminds us that recovering is an ongoing and gradual process. This piece was inspired by a mountain spring, joyfully babbling in the warm sun after a heavy spring snowstorm. 2022-08-2608 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - WavesNow with words, I released the music alone back in May. The waves were recorded in Northern California as I sat in the warm sun on a peaceful and beautiful beach. Let the words added to this podcast episode take you to a relaxing beach where you can allow yourself to let go. 2022-08-2108 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Floating (re-release)From March, 2022, I listened to this and decided that the vocals were too quiet for the music. It's more accessible for listeners to access in it's new form since we download our podcasts. Enjoy Floating into a deeper place of self-acceptance. As we live, grow & evolve we can gradually allow ourselves to come into our full potential. This comes from a gentle place – not from force or pushing. 2022-07-0709 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsSoaring - Music onlyComposed one year ago, prepare to soar without the words, as I prepare to release my latest music-only album in June with this song and many others on Guided Harmonies: Recovering.2022-05-2607 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsBeautiful Dream - music onlyI wrote this song last year after being shocked and appalled by the mass graves found at the indigenous residential schools that were forced upon our native Canadians over the past 150 years. Instead of creating a sad song, I decided to write a song about what it would feel like to have the childhood of any of our dreams where everything went perfectly. Find this song and others from the podcast on my newest release: Guided Harmonies: Recovering, which will be released on all of the download sites. 2022-05-1709 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsRecovery II - music onlyAs I completed my instrumental album, I felt this final track was missing something so I added flute to the original version. Flowing stream recorded on Columbia Falls Mountain Easter weekend 2022. 2022-05-1306 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsBody & Soul - music onlyReleased a year ago, here is Body & Soul without words. Look for this song and others in June when Guided Harmonies: Recovering is released on all of the streaming and download sites. 2022-05-1013 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsPowerful Powerlessness - music onlyAs I prepare to release my next album (Guided Harmonies: Recovering, June 2022) I am sharing the music-only versions of songs past. Enjoy!2022-05-0408 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Recovery - music onlySpring is here and who isn't ready for a little recovery? I recorded the stream on Columbia Falls Mountain in Montana from a stream that was abundant with a heavy spring snow storm melt. The last in this cycle, I will be releasing an album of the songs composed after "Loving Commitments". Stay tuned for more information!2022-04-2406 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Waves - music onlyLife often does not go as expected. And yet one predictability is all aspects of life come and go in waves. I recorded the waves in this piece while on vacation in Napa, California, as a smart phone video. I was sitting on Rock Point Beach having just awoken from a sun-nourished nap accompanied by the gentle crashing of the waves. I wanted to remember the moment by capturing the visual and the sound. For the actual video, visit my Guided Harmonies Instagram site. 2022-03-2907 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsBeautiful Dream - music onlyWe all have our childhood dreams for feeling of loved and accepted. This music only version of my June 4 release was inspired by the challenges I felt trying to reconcile the ongoing extreme suffering of children. From Indigenous residential schools to war torn countries, many children go through far more than many of us will ever comprehend. And many of us feel helpless as we want to support these children as best as we can. And we all need support for the wounded child that lurks inside us and sometimes has more power than we want it to. . . 2022-03-2212 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Momentum - music onlySometimes I need the words, sometimes I don't. Therefore, new to season 4, I am added 'music only' files so you don't have to wait for the entire album to drop. Music from seasons 1-3 can be found on all of the streaming sites in music by Margaret Dahlberg. Find the music from the episode "Introspective Inquiries" listed on Netflix After Life series - Season 3, episode 6. 2022-03-1509 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - MomentumThis week's episode was inspired by those who experience significant events that cause a sense of a loss of momentum. We often feel discouraged when we lose our footing from unexpected occurrences. This piece is designed to create a revitalized sense of recovery when rebuilding from that sense of loss. 2022-03-1511 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Ballast - music onlySometimes I need the words, sometimes I don't. Therefore, new to season 4, I am added 'music only' files so you don't have to wait for the entire album to drop. Music from seasons 1-3 can be found on all of the streaming sites in music by Margaret Dahlberg. Find the music from the episode "Introspective Inquiries" listed on Netflix After Life series - Season 3, episode 6. 2022-03-0908 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - BallastIn order to float and feel free, we need ballast to keep ourselves grounded and steady at the same time. This is the great balancing act that keeps us all on course. This week's episode brings you a sense of presence and strength as it connects you with the gravitational power of our planet. 2022-03-0910 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Floating - music onlyMusic only, Floating was created after my own experience exploring internal struggles and finding the image of floating quite comforting. guidedharmonies.com2022-03-0108 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - FloatingBack for another season, this week's episode focuses on breathing from a place of kindness and gentleness. guidedharmonies.com2022-02-2809 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Beautiful DreamThis week's episode, Childhood Dream, is about the aspects of our childhood that we grieve. This episode is not about darkness or sadness, it focuses on creating the beauty, joy and innocence that we wish for all children. guidedharmonies.com2021-06-0410 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - SoaringHave you noticed that the pandemic has created discord between you and some of your people? This week's episode promotes a sense of love and acceptance for all the perspectives you hear of from others, even the ones may find challenging. It is possible to feel connected to your loved ones even when you share different opinions. guidedharmonies.com2021-05-2809 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Body & SoulToday's episode takes a break from the mental/emotional and goes on a physical body exploration. Using somatic awareness you can bring yourself into the present, alleviating anxiety, insomnia or simply promoting a sense of deep relaxation. guidedharmonies.com2021-05-2115 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Powerful PowerlessnessSometimes we confuse 'growth' with a desire to become different. What if you could truly accept your imperfections? Imagine the power that comes with accepting your powerlessness to change your internal wiring. Of course you will continue to grow and evolve, yet when it comes from a place of self-love instead of a yearning to be a different person, your potential for expansion will be greater! guidedharmonies.com2021-05-1410 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Loving CommitmentsToday’s episode, Loving Commitments, is all about making that change that always seems an arm's length away. This will be the last for a little while, for I am making my own loving commitment to expand my Guided Harmonies offerings. I will be offering workshops, personal sessions and of course, always more therapeutic music. Look for my latest album that I will release in the next week. It will be called Guided Harmonies and will be music only. Thank you for continuing to listen and believe in my podcasts. You listeners remind me to believe in myself when I...2021-04-1711 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Emotional InventoryThis week's episode invites you to explore your emotional self. What if we could release our emotions just as efficiently and effectively as we can release our bodily wastes? Talk about emotionally healthy! guidedharmonies.com2021-04-1113 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Departures & ArrivalsThis episode takes you on a journey that connects you with your mind & body, allowing you to depart from your active brain to your deeper self. My music & words are combined to create a somatic experience, allowing you a greater sense of well-being in a short time. I can create your own personal Guided Harmonies: guidedharmonies.com2021-04-0511 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Resignation & SurrenderWhen we resign ourselves to our reality, this creates an opportunity for surrender. This allows for a greater sense of core acceptance for ourselves and all that is. Guided Harmonies is a podcast that represents the therapeutic music and words I like to create to help people feel better. I can create a personal one just for you! guidedharmonies.com2021-03-2911 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Seeking PeaceToday’s episode is dedicated to an old friend whose attitude inspires me to remember that no matter what we have been through, we may find peace, even though we become derailed from time to time. Let me create your own personal Guided Harmonies: guidedharmonies.com2021-03-1909 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - AwakeningsWelcome to Season 3! This weeks episode connects us to the loving, guiding and healing energy that surrounds us. Lie back et the music channel the energy of the earth and sun. Take a journey into a greater sense of wellness. I compose, counsel, & educate. Check out my website here: https://guidedharmonies.com/2021-03-1209 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Introspective InquiriesThis week's podcast lightens up the intensity of the times, focusing on bringing gentle and loving relief to the stressors. I wrote the music and words under the wonderful canopy of support provided by my own circle. Sometimes the most complex struggles just need a little love and then they don't feel so bad. I can create your own musical soundtrack that is relevant to your current life's challenges: guidedharmonies.com2021-02-1209 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Integration (Re-re-release)Bear with me friends, this is my SECOND Re-release of Season 1, episode 2 as I am experimenting with mastering. Integration is all about de-stressing and calming. Lie back and let yourself be surrounded by the music. This episode is about incorporating your active brain (potentially accompanied by stress, worry or anxiety) as a mere part of the whole and complete version of yourself. Take 11 minutes to bring a stronger sense of wellness into your world! This little micro-therapy session will help you feel your best. Want your own personalized Guided Harmony? I can custom create words and music to suit y...2021-02-1011 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Integration (re-release)Re-release of Season 1, episode 2 as I am using better technology these days. Integration is all about de-stressing and calming. Lie back and let yourself be surrounded by the music. This episode is about incorporating your active brain (potentially accompanied by stress, worry or anxiety) as a mere part of the whole and complete version of yourself. Take 11 minutes to bring a stronger sense of wellness into your world! This little micro-therapy session will help you feel your best. Want your own personalized Guided Harmony? I can custom create words and music to suit you perfectly. guidedharmonies.com2021-02-0811 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Internal ObstructionsThis week's episode explores how we tend to get in our own way when trying to move forward. It encourages you to get to know where you tend to hold tension or resistance, even when you think you are relaxed and open. Enjoy this mini session of what I like to call "Micro-therapy". If you'd like me to create a personal Guided Harmonies, custom made for you with the essence of you built directly into the music, you can find me here: guidedharmonies.com2021-02-0515 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - TranquilityRE-RELEASE! Now that I've upgraded my production equipment, I will gradually remaster my earlier episodes. Who doesn't need a little tranquility in their lives, especially these days? Let the music and words bring you into a greater state of relaxation and positive mental health. I like to think of these as sessions of 'micro-therapy'. You can find calm when you remove the thoughts that clutter your brain. guidedharmonies.com2021-01-2909 min
Allison Loves Math PodcastUsing Music to Alleviate Math and Test Anxiety with Margaret DahlbergMargaret Dahlberg isn't the typical guest you'll find on a math podcast! She is a classically trained pianist, composer, and music educator... and Allison is talking with her today about music, emotions and math anxiety. In this episode, Allison and Margaret discuss: Margaret's story of picking herself up from a life-altering car accident Parenting conversations to help kids overcome failure and anxiety Allison's month-long experiment in her math class to help students overcome math anxiety How different types of meditation and music can help students with math anxiety How Margaret creates music to help express and r...2021-01-2429 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Impulsive MindfulnessAre you impulsive? On one hand this means you may take risks that pay off, on the other hand impulsive behaviour can lead us to remorse or regret. . . this episode explores what lies beneath the yearning to constantly seek changes in an effort to create a deeper sense of contentment. If you like these podcasts, please consider rating them on your download site. This would help me reach more people with my sessions of 'micro-therapy'. If you think you could benefit from your own personal 'guided harmony', find me through my website: guidedharmonies.com.2021-01-2213 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Stagnancy & MotionAfter even a quiet year end, many people are experiencing 'the January doldrums'. This week's podcast visits that feeling we can get when we're stuck in an area of our lives. It could be in a relationship, friendship, career, our diet. . . certainly we are all quite stuck in the Covid environment and will be for a little longer. . . give this a listen and find a new sense of inspiration to try to move forward. Do you want your own personal Guided Harmony? All we need to do is talk about your challenges and I will create one for you...2021-01-1510 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Passion & PeaceThis week I witnessed my own personal situations with anger and composed a piece of music about it. A podcast about anger and rage felt much needed after the events of this week in Washington DC. It is clear that many people on this planet need to learn how to manage their rage. So I put words to that music and added a peaceful conclusion. Bring yourself on a journey of exploration around your own passionate anger and rage. Want your own personal Guided Harmonies? All it takes is an hour over the phone and a few days of c...2021-01-0813 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - ResolutionHappy New Year! 2020 was a doozy! Here's to making 2021 far better. This Guided Harmony was written to help you start off on the right foot: shedding that which you wish to let go of and adopting that which you wish to improve. 2021-01-0108 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Perpetual ImperfectionAs we co-exist with Covid-19, there is an underlying perpetual sense of uncertainty and stress. This episode moves us into a place of trust, despite the instability we are feeling. These podcasts are intended as therapy - I like to call them "micro-therapy" because you can feel a sense of wellness in a matter of minutes when you listen to them. Cheers!2020-12-1811 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Solitary RefinementAs the pandemic spreads, we are being asked to be more and more isolated from one another. This creates so many internal challenges for most of us. Maybe there is a way to feel less solitary than we do. 2020-12-1108 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Restriction & ReleaseThis week I found myself feeling a sense of despair as I reflected upon the challenges everyone is facing during the pandemic. It is a very personal time and yet it has global effect. That leaves people with nowhere to turn. Talk about unprecedented. So I wrote a brand new piece of music and added words to help us find some relief from the strain of Covid. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. I offer personal...2020-12-0409 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - Sweet SorrowFeeling grief can be a very isolating experience as we all have our own unique set of circumstances. Allow yourself to be held in a safe place while you explore your own experiences with grief. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. I offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want your own personal composition? Check out Guided Harmonies on my website: guidedharmonies.com2020-11-2713 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - NurturingDo you sometimes feel isolated when you are struggling or sad, even though there are those around you who try to help? Sometimes when we need comfort, we feel the most alone. Allow yourself to be nurtured by this week's episode. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. I offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want your own personal composition? Check out Guided Harmonies on my website: guidedharmonies.com2020-11-1312 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - HopeHope is the emotion that has the power to keep us going during times of adversity. As we sit in the unknown around current global health and political events, not to mention our own personal challenges, we need to access our feeling of hope. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. I offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want your own personal composition? Check out Guided Harmonies on my website: guidedharmonies.com2020-11-0611 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - EvocationFor the past few episodes, I've been using the music from my second music therapy album, created for processing emotions. Now I'm returning to my debut album, which focuses on managing tension, stress and anxiety. Evocation is all about exploring and acknowledging our stresses and ultimately coexisting with them. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. I offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want a free session? Check out Guided Harmonies on my website: guidedharmonies.c...2020-10-3010 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - StrengthSometimes it's hard to feel clear about exactly where you need to be. Then you need the strength to make changes OR the strength to stay put! This episode may help. Discover the value system you use to guide you in the choices you make. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my second volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer you unconditionally loving emotional support. I offer personal Guided Harmonies...2020-10-2309 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - InnocenceWelcome to Season 2! Do you tend to beat yourself up, even though you do your best for yourself and those around you? I notice our inner critic is more cruel and we use words with ourselves we would never use with others around us. This episode reminds us of our innocence and that we are truly doing our best. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my second volume of therapeutic music, and...2020-10-1608 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - MoonlightDo you sometimes feel like you are working too hard to keep it all together? Sometimes the subtle light from the moon is just enough to help us let go. I created the music from this episode for my daughter a year and a half ago. Her name means moonlight and she has been such a joyful gift in my life. She was also in the forefront of my mind as I wrote the words for this episode last week. Sometimes all we have to show the way is the light of the moon. Consequently, we may not know...2020-09-2509 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - BraveryBONUS EPISODE! This was created at the request of woman who runs a children's math support business called "Allison Loves Math" - check out her podcast with the same name! Allison asked me if I could create a piece for kids who suffer from test anxiety. I thought this was a great idea! This episode is appropriate for people of any age who suffer from any type of performance anxiety. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them...2020-09-1706 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - TendernessAs we mature, we begin to seek things that are less material and more authentically rewarding. Many of us even change our careers for this reason. This week's podcast explores the transition from ego driven to balanced. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my second volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer you unconditionally loving emotional support. I offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want a free session...2020-09-1611 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - SunWithout Sun there is no life! Feel a sense vibrancy and clarity from these rich sounds. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my third volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer a nourishing, invigorating and clarifying experience. I also offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want a free session? Today's episode will tell you how you may receive one. Let me create your own personal soundtrack that will...2020-09-0310 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - LoveThis episode will help you feel connected to the beauty of all that is in our lives. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my third volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer a connection to love and acceptance. I also offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions over the phone. Want a free session? Today's episode will tell you how you may receive one. Let me create your own personal soundtrack that...2020-08-2810 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - QueenAs many of us transition from our pre-Covid lives to our ongoing-Covid lives, we may be making decisions or changes in our world that require strength, focus and courage. This episode will help you feel empowered as you navigate the newness of these unprecedented times. My podcasts are intended as therapy; Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my third volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer empowerment and courage. I also offer personal Guided Harmonies sessions o...2020-08-1710 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - LighteningFeeling the heaviness of life's challenges? Let me guide you into a place that feels a little bit lighter with my words and music. Sit back and relax and in 12 minutes, you will feel a little better than you did before you pressed play. My podcasts are not intended for 'relaxation', they are intended as therapy. Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. This song is from my first volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer grounding, bringing one out of a state of stress, tension or anxiety. Seek out the ones that...2020-08-1308 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - CombustionLet your stresses combust while listening to these words guiding you on a journey through the music. My music vibrates uniquely to connect with parts of your body, bringing you a greater physical sense of well-being. My words will help you along the way. My podcasts are not intended for 'relaxation', they are intended as therapy. Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. The song is from my first volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer grounding, bringing one out of...2020-08-0612 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - ReverenceLet yourself be guided into a place of balance with my words put to my music. All you need is 12 minutes to experience a reset to continue with your day. Sit back and close your eyes and let the music take you on a brief journey into a place of calm. My podcasts are not intended for 'relaxation', they are intended as therapy. Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my first volume of therapeutic music, and is intended...2020-07-3012 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - IntegrationLooking for a break? This episode is about incorporating your active brain (potentially accompanied by stress, worry or anxiety) as a mere part of the whole and complete version of yourself. Take 11 minutes to bring a stronger sense of wellness into your world! My podcasts are not intended for 'relaxation', they are intended as therapy. Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my first volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer grounding, bringing one out of a...2020-07-2311 minCalming Guided Harmonies: Quick MeditationsGH - TranquilityWho doesn't need a little 'tranquility'? Take 10 minutes to listen to this podcast. My words and music will guide you to feel better than you did before you pressed play. Enjoy this mini respite from your daily routine. My podcasts are not intended for 'relaxation', they are intended as therapy. Every episode is different and may evoke a different emotional response. Seek out the ones that work for you when you need them. This song is from my first volume of therapeutic music, and is intended to offer grounding, bringing one out of a state of stress, tension or a...2020-07-1609 min