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Have song lyrics but no melody? You've written the words, but now you're wondering how to turn them into a song. Where do you begin?

In this episode, I'll walk you through three simple songwriting steps to help you find a melody for your lyrics. You'll learn how to discover the natural rhythm of your words, find a melody in one line, and build out from there.

You don't need to figure out the entire song at once — or know a lot of music theory to get started. Sometimes, all you need is one line, a little curiosity, and a willingness to play.

In this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Find the natural rhythm and pulse in your lyrics.

• Explore the rise and fall of a single line to discover a melody.

• Build on that musical idea using your voice, an instrument, or improvisation.

Have lyrics waiting for their music? Grab your notebook, try these steps, and see where your words take you.

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What happens when you stop putting music at the bottom of the list and start with the music?

As creatives, it’s easy to fill our time with the things that seem more important — work, family, responsibilities, planning, even thinking about our creativity instead of actually creating. But making music isn’t something we have to earn our way toward. It matters.

In this episode, I’m talking about what happened when I decided to start my own work with music first — and why I believe making time for creativity doesn’t just nourish us as artists. What we create can spill over into the rest of our lives and connect us with the people around us.

If you’ve been putting your music on the back burner, consider this your invitation to make some music before you do anything else.

Sing. Play. Hum. Write a line. Pick up an old song. Follow an idea. Even if just for a few minutes.

Start with the music and see what comes.

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Have you ever wanted to write a song, but found yourself completely stuck?

Maybe you don't know where to begin. Maybe you have too many ideas and don't know which one to follow. Maybe you've started a song but don't know how to develop it — or you're deep in the messy middle and suddenly questioning whether the song is any good.

And sometimes, the song is almost finished… but you just can't seem to let it go.

In this episode, we're looking at 5 places singer songwriters commonly get stuck in the songwriting process:

• Wanting to write but not knowing where to begin • Having too many ideas and not knowing which one to follow • Starting a song but not knowing how to develop it • Getting lost in the messy middle and questioning the song • Getting close to finished but struggling to let it go

I've been exploring these stages through my own creative process this summer, and they're also at the heart of an upcoming free live songwriting workshop I'm putting together.

The goal isn't to find one perfect songwriting formula. It's to understand where you are in the creative process, what's actually getting in your way, and what your song might need next.

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If you've been wanting to write more songs, finish the songs you've started, or simply find your way forward when you get stuck, this episode is for you.

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Do song lyrics come first — or does the melody lead the way? The truth is, songs don’t begin in just one way.

In this episode, I walk you through five common “doorways” into songwriting — simple, human starting points that can help you move past the frozen feeling of “Where do I start?” We explore how songs can begin through lyrics, melody, rhythm, harmony, or listening to what’s already stirring beneath the surface — and how finding your doorway can make songwriting feel more natural and less intimidating.

If you’ve been searching for a simple way to start writing songs, this episode offers a clear framework you can return to again and again — without pressure, rules, or overthinking.

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Your ear is one of your greatest tools as a singer-songwriter.

In this episode, I'll show you a simple listening practice you can weave into your regular singing practice or vocal warm-up — starting with finding Do, stepping away from home, and listening your way back.

We'll use simple solfège patterns like Do-Re-Mi and Do-Ti-Do, and then let the exercise open up into vocal improvisation. Because ear training isn't just about learning to sing the “right” notes. It's about developing the connection between what you hear internally and what you express through your voice.

The more you develop your musical ear, the more possibilities you begin to hear — in your singing, your improvisation, and your songwriting.

Solfège gives you a map. Improvisation invites you to explore.

Start with the known: Do. Venture into the unknown. And listen your way back.

 

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Want to write songs but don't know where to begin?

You don't have to know music theory, play an instrument, or have years of songwriting experience before you can call yourself a songwriter. You can begin with what you have—and learn what you need along the way.

In this beginner-friendly introduction to songwriting, we'll explore what it really means to be a songwriter, different ways to begin a song, and how to find a simple "song seed" that can become the doorway into your first song.

You'll learn why there's no single right way to start writing a song, how to let a song reveal itself as you work, and why you don't need to have the whole thing figured out before you begin.

If you've been wanting to write songs but keep thinking you need to learn more first, this episode is for you. You are allowed to be a songwriter while you're still learning how to write songs.

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How do you get unstuck when you're writing a song?

Feeling stuck doesn't always mean the same thing—and it doesn't always require the same solution. A songwriter who can't get started may need to develop their musical skills, while someone stuck in the messy middle may need to learn how to tolerate uncertainty. Someone else may be stuck in perfectionism, unable to finish, record, or share their song.

This summer, I've been paying close attention to my own songwriting process and the different places where I tend to get stuck. It's helped me see the creative process differently: where you are determines what you need next.

In this episode, we'll look at the different phases of the songwriting process—from desire and gathering ideas to choosing, beginning, navigating the messy middle, finishing, recording, and sharing—and the different creative blocks that can arise along the way.

Because sometimes you need a songwriting skill. Sometimes you need to make a decision. Sometimes you need to trust yourself, let go of perfectionism, or become willing to see yourself as the songwriter you're becoming.

If you're feeling stuck writing a song, don't assume you're behind. Find where you are in the process, identify the bottleneck, and discover what you need to keep moving.

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What if one of the simplest ways to improve your singing is to start pressing record?

I practiced recording myself this week, and the experience gave me a valuable reality check about where I am as a singer and musician—and what I need to work on next.

When you're inside the music, it's easy to miss things like breath support, tempo, phrasing, tension, or other habits. Listening back gives you an outside perspective and turns vague feelings of "I need to get better" into specific information you can actually use in your practice.

I'll also talk about the difference between healthy musicianship and perfectionism. Wanting to sing and record well isn't the problem. The problem is believing you have to be perfect before you're allowed to press record.

Recording yourself doesn't have to be about creating something you're ready to share. Sometimes it's simply a practice tool: record, listen, notice, learn, and try again.

If you've been hesitant to hear your own singing voice on a recording, consider this your invitation to press record anyway.

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Why do you keep putting off recording your songs — even when the song is finished?

You finally finish the lyrics. You make the revisions. You find the version of the song that feels true. And then, somehow, recording it becomes the thing you keep avoiding.

I've noticed this pattern in my own creative process. After spending the summer paying attention to the different stages of songwriting — from gathering ideas and choosing, to navigating the messy middle, finishing, and sharing — I've realized that recording is one of my own creative bottlenecks.

In this episode, I explore why recording can feel so much harder than writing the song itself, and how perfectionism, overthinking, and the pressure to get it "right" can keep us from taking the next step.

If you've been sitting on a finished song — or a song that's almost finished — and somehow can't seem to get yourself to record it, this one is for you.

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Have you ever wondered why songwriting feels effortless one day — and impossible the next?

What if the problem isn't that you're creatively blocked, but that you're in a different stage of the songwriting process?

In this episode, I'm looking back on an unexpected discovery. What started as a summer of recording podcast episodes about singing, songwriting, and creativity turned into a deep study of the creative process itself. As I paid attention to my own songwriting practice, I began noticing familiar patterns: gathering ideas, choosing a direction, working through the messy middle, finishing a song, and finally finding the courage to share it.

Every stage has its own challenges. Every songwriter gets stuck somewhere. The key isn't trying to force your way through—it's learning to recognize where you are and what that stage is asking of you.

Whether you're struggling to find song ideas, stuck halfway through a draft, caught in perfectionism, or having a hard time finishing and sharing your music, this episode will help you locate yourself in the process so you can keep moving forward with greater clarity and confidence.

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What if the secret to vocal confidence isn't having a better singing voice?

So many singers believe confidence comes after they improve their technique, sound better, or finally feel "good enough." But what if confidence begins somewhere else?

In this episode, we're exploring a different way of thinking about vocal confidence—one that's rooted not in perfection, but in trust. I share why learning to trust your singing voice enough to let it be heard may be more important than chasing the perfect sound, and how our inner critic often pulls us out of the experience of singing and into the role of judge.

Whether you're recording yourself, performing on stage, posting a video online, or simply singing for someone you trust, the invitation is the same: stay on your own side. Instead of asking, "Did I sound good?" what if you asked, "Did I stay connected to myself? Did I tell the truth?"

If you've ever struggled with self-criticism, hated the sound of your own singing voice, or felt afraid to let your voice be heard, this episode will encourage you to build confidence from the inside out.

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How do you know when a song is actually finished?

Not when it's perfect. Not when you've exhausted every possible revision. But when it's ready to let go.

In this episode, we're exploring the final stage of the songwriting process: knowing when to stop revising and trust the song you've written. I share what happened after revisiting an old song that finally found its missing verse—only to discover myself slipping into endless tweaking, second-guessing, and overthinking every artistic decision.

We'll talk about the difference between healthy revision and hypercriticism, why perfectionism keeps so many songwriters stuck, and how to recognize when another rewrite isn't helping the song anymore. Sometimes the hardest part of songwriting isn't finding inspiration or writing the first draft—it's trusting yourself enough to finish.

Whether you're working on your first song or your fiftieth, this episode is an invitation to embrace the imperfect beauty of your work and remember that every finished song is simply a snapshot of who you were when you chose to let it go.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• how to know when a song is finished
• the final stage of the songwriting process
• songwriting revision vs. perfectionism
• editing and revising song lyrics
• overcoming self-criticism in songwriting
• trusting your creative instincts
• why finishing a song is an act of trust
• avoiding overthinking during the songwriting process
• letting go of perfection and releasing your music
• building a sustainable creative practice

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Have you ever held onto a lyric, melody, or song idea simply because you've lived with it for so long?

In this episode, we're exploring a different stage of the songwriting process — not gathering inspiration, but choosing what belongs. I share the story of revisiting an old song and making one unexpected change that revealed a deeper, more honest version of the story it had been trying to tell all along.

We'll talk about why artistic growth isn't just about creating more — it's about developing the discernment to recognize what truly serves the song. Sometimes the hardest part of songwriting isn't writing the next line. It's having the courage to let go of something good so something truer can emerge.

Whether you're writing songs, making music, or simply learning to trust your creative instincts, this episode is an invitation to embrace the deeper work of choosing, revising, and telling the truth in your art.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• the songwriting process beyond first drafts
• editing and revising song lyrics
• how to know what belongs in a song
• creative discernment and artistic choices
• telling the truth through songwriting
• letting go of lyrics that no longer serve the song
• trusting your creative instincts
• why honesty leads to stronger songs
• embracing revision as part of the creative process

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Feeling tired, stiff, or disconnected from your singing voice?

In this episode, I'm sharing a simple 10-minute singing practice I used after a long holiday weekend to reconnect with my voice—without forcing it, judging it, or trying to sound "better."

Instead of focusing on vocal technique or performance, this practice begins with noticing how your voice feels today, meeting it where it is, and allowing it to lead the way through humming, movement, improvisation, and familiar songs.

We'll explore:

• how to reconnect with your singing voice in just 10 minutes
• what to do when your voice feels tired or low-energy
• why noticing your body's sensations can be more helpful than judging your sound
• how improvisation and movement can help your voice open naturally
• embracing your voice as it is instead of fighting against it

If your singing has been feeling stale, disconnected, or you're simply looking for a gentle way back into your voice, I hope this practice helps you rediscover the joy of singing—exactly as you are today.

<3 Lainey

 

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Ain't No Sunshine by Bill Withers

Wade In The Water - Traditional African American Spiritual

 

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Have you ever had a song that stayed with you for years—but never seemed ready to be written?

In this episode, I'm sharing a personal reflection on a song I've wanted to write for a long time and what it's teaching me about the songwriting process, creative timing, and learning to trust inspiration instead of forcing it.

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, I've found myself returning to a creative desire that's been quietly living in me for years: to write a song that captures the beauty of home, freedom, and Americana summer nights. The inspiration is there. The imagery is there. But the song itself still hasn't arrived.

Rather than seeing that as failure or creative block, I'm learning to see it differently.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• why some songs take years to write
• trusting the timing of the songwriting process
• the difference between creative readiness and creative pressure
• how life experience shapes the songs we're meant to write
• why you don't have to force inspiration to create meaningful work

If you've been waiting for the right words, the right melody, or the right time to finish a song, this conversation is an invitation to trust that some songs are written slowly—not because you're doing something wrong, but because they're still becoming.

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Trying to force your creativity to happen? There may be another way.

As artists, we often feel pressure to know exactly where we’re going. We want the finished vision, the clear plan, the perfect idea — and when we don’t have those things, we may assume we’re stuck.

But the creative process doesn’t always unfold in a straight line.

Sometimes the work is in the unknown.

In this episode, I’m exploring what it means to stop forcing an outcome and start trusting the creative process — allowing space for exploration, discovery, curiosity, and transformation.

I’ll share reflections from my own creative season of not knowing what my next project will be, and how I’m learning to embrace the adventure of creating rather than rushing toward the destination.

We’ll talk about:

• outcome-driven creativity vs. process-oriented creativity
• becoming comfortable with uncertainty
• why the unknown is part of the artistic journey
• how curiosity and exploration lead to meaningful work
• trusting yourself when the path isn’t clear yet

If you’ve been waiting for clarity before you begin, this episode is an invitation to stay engaged with your creativity and let the process reveal what comes next.

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Have you ever felt disconnected from your singing voice—even though you still love to sing?

In this episode, we're exploring a different way of thinking about singing. One that goes beyond practice, performance, technique, improvement, and achievement.

I share reflections from my own creative life lately, including singing while doing dishes, gardening, playing with my children, and following little melodies as they appear throughout the day. These ordinary moments have reminded me that some of the most meaningful singing doesn't happen on stage or in a practice room—it happens in the midst of everyday life.

We'll talk about:

• reconnecting with your singing voice
• the difference between the critical ear and the creative ear
• singing beyond practice and performance
• overcoming perfectionism and self-judgment
• finding more joy and play in singing
• everyday singing as a creative practice
• coming back to your "why" as a singer

If you've been feeling out of practice, disconnected from your voice, or unsure how to get back into singing, this episode offers a gentle invitation to reconnect with singing in a way that feels natural, meaningful, and alive.

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Have you ever had a great song idea disappear before you had the chance to develop it?

In this episode, we're exploring an often-overlooked part of the songwriting process: capturing inspiration while it's still alive.

Building on last week's conversation about The Work Before the Work, we're talking about what happens when the first spark of a song finally appears. How do songwriters capture ideas before they slip away? What role do voice memos, notebooks, and unfinished songs play in the creative process?

I share reflections from revisiting old voice memos, rediscovering early versions of songs, and noticing how a single song idea can evolve over time—sometimes becoming something entirely different from where it began.

We'll talk about:

• why songwriting inspiration is often fleeting
• how to capture song ideas before they're lost
• why unfinished songs still have value
• how revisiting old ideas can unlock new creative possibilities
• why song ideas evolve throughout the songwriting process

If you've ever lost a lyric, melody, or song idea you wish you'd held onto, these simple practices can help you capture inspiration and give your songs a chance to grow.

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How do you find inspiration when you don't know what to create next?

As singer-songwriters, we often assume we need a clear idea, a finished vision, or a specific project before we can begin creating. But what if inspiration doesn't come from thinking harder about what to make?

What if it comes from paying attention?

In this episode, we're exploring the work before the work — the often overlooked phase of the creative process where artists gather clues, follow curiosity, collect observations, and remain open to inspiration before a song, project, or creative vision fully reveals itself.

I share some behind-the-scenes reflections from my own creative season of uncertainty, including revisiting unfinished songs, experimenting with new creative possibilities, and learning to trust the process before clarity arrives.

We'll talk about:

• how to find inspiration as a singer-songwriter
• the creative season before clarity
• gathering creative clues and collecting ideas
• why inspiration often follows engagement, not the other way around
• living creatively with open eyes, open ears, and an open heart
• overcoming the pressure to have everything figured out
• trusting the creative process when you don't know what's next
• preparing the soil before the song emerges

If you've been feeling stuck, uninspired, creatively restless, or unsure what project to pursue next, this episode offers a gentler approach: stay engaged, pay attention, and trust that something meaningful will emerge in its own time.

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Feeling stuck with your singing voice lately?

In this episode, we’re exploring a creative approach to reconnecting with your voice through curiosity, experimentation, vocal harmonies, and creative freedom — instead of overthinking, perfectionism, or trying to sound “perfect.”

I share some behind-the-scenes reflections from my own creative process lately, including experimenting with vocal layering, unfinished song ideas, singing with a different instrument, and how changing the creative environment can help the voice open up in unexpected ways.

If your singing practice has started feeling rigid, repetitive, creatively flat, or disconnected, this episode will help you reconnect with the playful, expressive side of your voice again.

We’ll talk about:

• vocal freedom for singers and singer-songwriters
• creative singing exercises
• vocal harmonies and layered vocals
• overcoming perfectionism in singing
• how curiosity helps free the voice
• reconnecting with your natural singing voice
• using unfinished songs as creative playgrounds
• creative approaches to your singing practice
• how experimentation can unlock creativity and expression

Plus, I’ll give you a simple vocal exploration exercise you can try this week to help you reconnect with your voice in a more creative, alive, and pressure-free way.

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Feeling stuck creatively? Struggling with songwriter’s block, creative burnout, or feeling disconnected from your music?

In this episode, we’re talking about how to begin again creatively — not through pressure, perfectionism, or forcing inspiration, but through play, curiosity, experimentation, and reconnecting with the desire to create.

I share some honest reflections about my own creative process lately, the idea of creating a tiny summer creative project, and why songwriter’s block may not actually mean your creativity is gone. Maybe the flow is still there — just buried underneath fear, overthinking, comparison, burnout, or the pressure to make something “good.”

We’ll talk about:

• songwriter’s block and creative burnout
• how to start writing songs again
• reconnecting with your songwriting practice
• overcoming perfectionism in creativity
• why play and experimentation matter
• creating without pressure
• tiny creative projects as a doorway back into flow
• how to rekindle your desire to create

This episode is for singer-songwriters, musicians, artists, and creatives who want to reconnect with their artistic voice and begin creating again from a place that feels alive.

Plus, I’ll guide you through a reflective exercise to help you imagine your own small creative project for this summer.

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What do you do when the way you’ve been creating no longer feels alive?

In this episode, I’m sharing an honest reflection on creativity, artistic growth, and what happens when your creative process starts feeling stale — even when you still love what you do.

Lately, I’ve realized I’ve been spending so much time creating about music that I’ve started craving more space for my own songs, artistry, and creative process again. This episode is a conversation about creative seasons, outgrowing old rhythms, reconnecting with your artistic voice, and giving yourself permission to evolve as a singer-songwriter and creative.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your creativity, stuck in a creative rut, creatively burned out, or unsure how to reconnect with making music again, this episode is for you.

We’ll talk about:

• creative burnout vs creative growth
• outgrowing the way you create
• reconnecting with your singing and songwriting process
• allowing your creativity to evolve
• making space for a new creative season

This is an artist-to-artist conversation about creativity, songwriting, and learning to create from a place that feels alive again.

Thank you for joining me on this infinite journey of becoming.

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Have you ever felt like you’re trying too hard when you sing — forcing your voice, chasing a certain sound, or overthinking every note?

If so, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we talk about how to find your natural singing voice — not by shaping or controlling it, but by learning how to let it emerge.

Because your voice isn’t something you have to create.

It’s something that’s already there.

You’ll learn:

• why forcing your voice creates tension and disconnect • how imitation and perfectionism can block your natural sound • the connection between mental tension and vocal tension • what resonance actually feels like in the body • how to sing with more ease, freedom, and emotional honesty

This episode is about trusting your voice, releasing control, and allowing your sound to become more natural over time.

Because the goal isn’t to sound perfect.

It’s to sound like you.

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Do you have unfinished songs, scattered lyrics, or too many song ideas living in your notes app?

In this episode, we talk about how to move inspiration through the songwriting process — so your ideas stop getting lost and start becoming songs.

You’ll learn how to capture ideas, create one creative “home,” and move songs through different stages of development without feeling overwhelmed.

Because songwriting isn’t just about having ideas.

It’s about knowing what to do with them next.

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If you’ve been struggling to find time for your creativity — or feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle with your singing or songwriting — this episode will give you a simple, realistic way to stay consistent.

Because creativity doesn’t require hours of free time.

It requires a way to stay connected.

In this episode, I share a flexible 20-minute creative practice designed for singer-songwriters who want to build consistency without overwhelm — even in the middle of a full, busy life.

We’ll walk through:

• why the all-or-nothing mindset keeps you stuck • a simple 20-minute structure for singing, songwriting, and creative flow • how to stay connected to your voice through small, everyday moments

I also introduce a simple “sprinkle and pour” approach to creativity — a way of weaving your voice and your music into your daily life, instead of waiting for the perfect time.

Because you don’t need more time.

You need a way to return.

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If you’ve ever started a song and didn’t finish it… or felt stuck somewhere in the middle of the songwriting process, unsure what to do next — this episode will give you a clearer path forward.

Songwriting isn’t just about inspiration — it’s about understanding the phases of writing a song.

When you understand these phases, it becomes much easier to move from a simple idea… to a finished piece of music.

In this episode, we walk through three key phases of songwriting:

• gathering and developing song ideas • the messy middle — and why so many songs get stuck there • refining your ideas into a finished song

You’ll also hear a behind-the-scenes look at how I move through my own songwriting practice — from scattered ideas to focused work — in a way that allows for both structure and flexibility.

Because it’s not about having more ideas.

It’s about knowing what to do with the ones you already have.

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If warming up your voice has ever felt confusing, rigid, or overly technical… you’re not alone.

In this episode, we simplify the process.

Instead of focusing on the “perfect” vocal warm-up routine, you’ll learn how to approach warming up your voice in a way that’s intuitive, flexible, and actually supportive of your singing.

We’ll walk through a simple 4-part framework to help you:

• gently awaken your voice and body • find ease, resonance, and connection • build flexibility and range without forcing • and bring your voice into real music—not just exercises

We also talk about how overthinking and perfectionism can create tension in your voice—and how to shift into a more natural, responsive way of working with your instrument.

Because your voice is different every day… and your warm-up can be, too.

<3 Lainey

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100 episodes.

What started as Reawaken Your Voice has grown into something clearer, more focused, and more aligned — a space for singer-songwriters navigating the creative process, finding their voice, and learning how to trust it.

In this episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far — what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what I’ve learned from you along the way.

We talk about:

• the evolution of the podcast and stepping into the identity of “singer-songwriter” • the patterns I’m seeing in this community (starting, finishing, sharing, and perfectionism) • the episodes you’ve resonated with most — and what that reveals • where we’re going next (more process, more storytelling, more of the real work behind the songs)

🎁 To celebrate 100 episodes, I’m giving away 3 one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions.

You’ll be entered to win by filling out a short form sharing your experience, your challenges, and what you’d love more of on the podcast.

And if you leave a review, you’ll receive 5 bonus entries.

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Thank you for being here — whether you’ve listened to one episode or one hundred.

This is just the beginning.

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How do you actually find your songwriting voice?

Is it something you discover… or something that develops over time?

Many songwriters feel stuck here — overthinking their ideas, comparing themselves to others, and wondering if what they’re creating is original or “good enough.”

But your voice isn’t something you find by thinking.

It’s something that emerges through the act of writing.

In this episode, we explore what it really means to find your songwriting voice and why the process is less about figuring it out — and more about staying in the work long enough for something true to come through.

We talk about:

• Why overthinking can keep you disconnected from your creative voice • How your life experiences and perspective shape your songwriting • The role of practice, experimentation, and finishing songs • Letting go of perfectionism and writing imperfect songs

Because you don’t find your voice before you begin.

You find it by writing.

If you’re ready to move from second-guessing your songs to developing a voice that actually feels like you, this episode will meet you where you are.

<3 Lainey

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Many singers hold themselves back because they’re trying to sound perfect.

They control their tone, their breath, their phrasing — carefully managing every detail so nothing falls apart. But sometimes that control is exactly what keeps the voice from expressing something real.

In this episode, we explore the balance between vocal technique and emotional honesty, and why perfectionism can quietly block the freedom and authenticity that make music powerful.

We talk about:

• Why singers often try to control their voice instead of expressing the emotion of the song • How perfectionism can keep you from fully connecting to the music • The courage it takes to surrender control and “go there” emotionally • Giving yourself permission to sing imperfectly but truthfully

Because the most powerful performances aren’t always technically perfect — they’re emotionally honest.

<3 Lainey

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At what point are you “allowed” to call yourself a singer-songwriter?

Is it after you finish your first song? Release music publicly? Perform for other people?

Many artists carry a quiet belief that they’re not a real singer-songwriter yet — that they need to be better, more confident, or further along before claiming that identity.

In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming an artist and the internal shift that happens when you start taking your creative voice seriously.

We talk about:

• Why so many artists hesitate to call themselves singer-songwriters • The invisible rules that keep people waiting for permission • How identity grows alongside practice, not after perfection • The role of curiosity, exploration, and consistency in the creative journey

If you’ve been writing songs, exploring your voice, and wondering when you’re “allowed” to claim the title of singer-songwriter, this episode is for you.

Becoming an artist isn’t a single moment — it’s a practice.

 

<3 Lainey

 

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You start songs all the time. But finishing them? That’s where things fall apart.

If your voice memos are full of half-written lyrics and abandoned ideas, you’re not lazy — and you’re not untalented. In this episode, we explore three common reasons singer-songwriters struggle to finish their songs: perfectionism, lack of creative systems, and hitting a skill edge.

Because sometimes the problem isn’t motivation. It’s protection. It’s disorganization. It’s growth.

If you’re ready to move from scattered ideas to steady creative momentum, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

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You say you want to be a singer-songwriter. You want to share your voice, write your own songs, and be heard.

So why are you still hiding?

In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet fear that keeps so many aspiring singer-songwriters small — the fear of being seen, of sharing unfinished work, of letting your real voice be heard.

If you struggle with vocal confidence, hesitate to share your music, or feel stuck in perfectionism, this conversation is for you.

We’ll explore: • Why hiding feels safer than expression • How fear of being seen shows up in your singing voice • The subtle ways you may be shrinking your artistry • And how to begin building creative confidence — one small step at a time

You don’t need to be fearless to become an artist. You just need to be willing.

<3 Lainey

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You think you need more confidence. More training. More certainty.

But what if beginning is what creates those things?

In You Don’t Have to Feel Ready: Begin Where You Are as a Singer-Songwriter, I’m sharing honest stories from my own path — recording before I felt prepared, stepping into rooms that scared me, saying yes before I knew how.

We’ll talk about why waiting keeps artists stuck, how readiness is built through action, and gentle ways to start singing and writing songs from exactly where you are today.

If perfectionism or self-doubt has been keeping you on the sidelines, this episode will help you move.

And if you’re craving support, my free live songwriting workshop is happening today. Come begin with us.

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Singing can feel incredibly vulnerable.

Your voice isn’t just an instrument — it’s part of your body, your history, and your identity. So when you share it, of course you can feel exposed.

In this episode, we explore why singers and songwriters struggle with fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism, especially after criticism or difficult experiences.

And we talk about how confidence is really built:

not by pushing or pretending you’re fearless, but through small, safe moments of letting yourself be heard.

You’ll learn practical, compassionate ways to rebuild trust in your voice, expand your comfort zone, and return to singing from a place of authenticity and creative flow.

If you’ve loved singing but felt afraid to share your voice, this episode will help you find your way back.

<3 Lainey

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Have you ever noticed yourself pulling away from your creativity — even though making music is something you love?

In this episode, we explore why singers and songwriters disconnect from their creativity, voice, or songwriting practice — and why this distance is often a form of self-protection, not failure.

We’ll talk about the vulnerability of making music, the pressure to “do it right,” and the quiet ways perfectionism, overwhelm, or life changes can cause us to step back from our creative selves.

Most importantly, I’ll share gentle, grounded ways to return to making music without forcing inspiration or waiting to feel confident first. This isn’t about discipline or fixing yourself — it’s about rebuilding trust with your voice and your creativity.

If you’re a singer-songwriter who’s been feeling disconnected, stuck, or unsure how to begin again, this episode is for you.

<3 Lainey

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Do song lyrics come first — or does the melody lead the way? The truth is, songs don’t begin in just one way.

In this episode, I walk you through five common “doorways” into songwriting — simple, human starting points that can help you move past the frozen feeling of “Where do I start?” We explore how songs can begin through lyrics, melody, rhythm, harmony, or listening to what’s already stirring beneath the surface — and how finding your doorway can make songwriting feel more natural and less intimidating.

If you’ve been searching for a simple way to start writing songs, this episode offers a clear framework you can return to again and again — without pressure, rules, or overthinking.

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Songwriting isn’t about coming up with ideas — it’s about learning how to listen.

In this episode, I’m sharing a different kind of ear training for singer-songwriters: one that helps you recognize song beginnings as they’re already forming — where listening becomes the skill that guides everything else.

We’ll talk about the subtle ways songs often arrive: a line that won’t leave you alone, a sound or melody fragment, a feeling that hasn’t found words yet — and why learning to listen for these beginnings can change the entire songwriting process.

Rather than forcing a song into shape, this episode explores how to notice what’s already present and stay with it long enough for the song to reveal itself. This is ear training for the creative process — grounded, embodied, and accessible, even if you feel stuck or unsure where to begin.

If songwriting has ever felt intimidating, overwhelming, or overly technical, this conversation offers a simpler starting place: attention, curiosity, and trust.

Listening is where the song begins.

 

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What if you didn’t have to think your way into songwriting — but could play your way in?

In this episode, I explore how vocal play can become a gentle doorway into songwriting, whether your songs begin with words, melody, or something in between. Instead of focusing on performance or “getting it right,” we look at how letting the voice explore can lower pressure, reconnect you to emotion, and help songs begin to take shape naturally.

You’ll learn:

• why singing doesn’t have to mean performing
• how vocal play supports the songwriting process
• a simple practice for turning journal lines into song ideas
• how singing, songwriting, and creativity are deeply connected

This episode is for singer-songwriters who feel stuck, overthink their songs, or want a more embodied, intuitive way to write music.

If you’re longing to reconnect with your voice — and let songwriting feel more alive and possible again — this episode is for you.

If you’re heading into the new year feeling creatively overwhelmed — with too many ideas, unfinished projects, and uncertainty about where to focus — this episode is for you.

So many singer-songwriters struggle not because they lack inspiration, but because choosing one direction feels risky. What if you pick the wrong project? What if you lose momentum? What if you don’t follow through?

In this episode, we explore a gentler, more sustainable approach to creative focus: choosing one creative practice instead of forcing yourself to commit to a specific outcome or project.

Rather than asking, “What should I make this year?” we shift the question to, “What is asking for my devotion?”

You’ll hear:

• Why having too many ideas can create creative paralysis
• The difference between choosing a project and choosing a practice
• How focusing on one creative practice builds clarity, consistency, and trust
• A guided listening exercise to help you tune into what wants your attention right now
• How devotion to practice can naturally support songwriting, singing, and creative momentum

This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and release the pressure to have everything figured out. You don’t need to chase every idea — you only need to choose the practice that can hold them all.

If you’re craving creative clarity without burnout, and focus without force, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

 

<3 Lainey

 

Related Episodes:

85 | A Creative Year-End Ritual for Singer Songwriters: Reflect, Renew, and Reconnect with Your Voice

35 | Renew Your Artistic Vision in the New Year with This 5-Step Creative Exercise for Singers & Vocal Artists

 

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If you’ve ever filled journals with words but felt stuck turning them into a song—or if you have music you love but freeze when it’s time to add lyrics—this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing a simple way to move from journaling into song lyrics without forcing meaning, overthinking, or trying to get it “right.” We’ll talk about how lyrics actually take shape over time, why journaling is already a powerful part of the songwriting process, and how to begin shaping words into songs in a way that feels natural.

You’ll learn:

• A simple process for shaping raw language into lyrics
• How to bridge the gap between words and music—whether you start with lyrics or melody
• How this fits into a gentle, repeatable songwriting practice

This episode is especially for singer-songwriters who want a clear place to begin, without pressure to finish a song or have something profound to say right away.

Most songs aren’t written all at once (It can happen! Stay open to the magic!)— they’re usually written in stages. This episode focuses on one of the most important ones.

 

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What does it really mean to stay connected to your singing voice—especially in quiet seasons, when you’re not practicing, performing, or making much sound at all?

In this episode, we explore what actually counts as singing for singer-songwriters, and how creativity and voice remain present even when the voice goes quiet. If you’re in a slower season, returning after a break, or feeling unsure how to stay connected to your voice right now, this episode offers reassurance, permission, and a gentle reframe.

We talk about the many forms creativity can take, including listening, writing lyrics, exploring meaning through words, creative cross-training, and rest. You’ll be invited to see silence and stillness not as a loss, but as an essential part of the creative cycle—like the rest in music that allows the next sound to emerge.

If you’re longing to reconnect with your singing voice without pressure, judgment, or performance, you’re in the right place. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com

This episode is an invitation to pause.

At the end of the year, we so often rush forward—setting goals, making plans, trying to improve. Instead, this guided creative ritual offers a moment to stand still at a viewpoint: to look back at the path you’ve walked, to sense the artistic horizon ahead, and to listen for what wants to come next.

Together, we’ll move through a gentle process of grounding, reflection, and creative listening—using journaling, intuitive drawing, lyric fragments, and simple vocal sound. There’s no performance, no fixing, and no pressure to create anything “finished.”

Just space.

This episode is especially for singer-songwriters who:

• feel tender or quiet about their voice right now
• want to reflect on the past year without judgment
• are craving creative renewal rather than productivity
• want to begin the next year with trust, curiosity, and presence

You can listen straight through, pause when you need to, or return to this ritual anytime. Come as you are. Your voice already belongs here.

 

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How do you actually start a songwriting practice—especially if you’re feeling rusty, intimidated, or creatively blocked? 

In this episode, I’m sharing the gentle 3-step ritual I use myself—grounding, lyric freewriting, and melody improv—to help you quiet the noise, access creative flow, and hear your creative voice again. 

Whether you’re returning to music or just beginning to explore your voice, this practice gives you a soft place to start. These steps will help you slow down, listen inward, and make space for the song waiting to come through.

 

<3 Lainey

 

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Feeling creatively blocked — like there’s a song or idea trying to reach you, but life, doubt, and mental noise keep getting in the way?

This week, we’re talking about how to quiet the noise so you can finally hear your creative voice again. Whether you’re returning to music, beginning a new season, or sensing a shift in your artistry, the whisper is always there… it’s just hard to hear when everything else is louder.

And I’ll be honest — this episode wasn’t the one I planned. I tried recording it several times, but nothing flowed. Too much noise, too much pressure, not enough space. So instead, we’re talking about exactly that: what dissolves creative blocks and brings you back to clarity.

You’ll learn three essential practices every singer-songwriter needs when inspiration feels far away:

• Journaling — clear the clutter and reconnect with your inner voice
• Vocal Improvisation — play, explore, and find melody without pressure
• Creative Play / Artist’s Date — spark inspiration and reset your creative system

Plus, I’ll share a simple journaling prompt — “The Song You Haven’t Written Yet” — to help you uncover what’s been trying to come through.

If you’re overwhelmed, stuck, or longing to reconnect with your creativity, this episode will help you find the quiet you need to hear yourself again.

 

<3 Lainey

 

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Today’s episode is the beginning of a new era for this show. I’m sharing the personal story behind my creative return: how I left the classical world, lost my voice for years, and slowly found my way back through songwriting — the practice that became my refuge, my bridge from silence to song, and the doorway back to my true artistry.

I’ll talk about the identity shift I resisted for so long — calling myself a songwriter — and how claiming that truth changed everything. And I’ll share why this podcast is rebranding to Singer Songwriter: to honor the work I’m here to do, and to better support the artists who feel the creative stirring to sing, write, and reclaim their voices again.

If you’re an aspiring singer-songwriter or a returning musician finding your way back, this episode is your invitation into a new season of your creative life. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Write Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

Every artist goes through seasons — moments of quiet, growth, bloom, and renewal. In this final episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore how your voice and songwriting practice evolve through creative cycles, and why finding your voice isn’t a one-time event — it’s a lifelong spiral of discovery. You’ll learn how to recognize your current creative season, trust your natural rhythm, and move through phases of rest, inspiration, creation, and sharing with more ease and confidence. In this episode, we’ll explore:

🌑 Winter: Resting, healing, and reconnecting with your voice 🌱 Spring: Reawakening your inspiration and songwriting ideas ☀️ Summer: Creative expression, sharing, and vocal confidence 🍂 Autumn: Integration, refinement, and artistic maturity

Whether you’re in a season of quiet reflection or vibrant creativity, this episode will help you honor where you are, trust your process, and feel grounded in your ongoing artistic evolution.

✨ Plus — an announcement: Reawaken Your Voice is evolving into a new chapter: 🎙️ Singer Songwriter: Sing and Write Your Own Music With Confidence. I’ll share what’s coming next and how this shift reflects the deeper roots of this creative journey. If you’re ready to deepen your voice, strengthen your songwriting practice, or move through your current creative season with support, you can book a 1:1 Vocal Breakthrough Session at reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a 1:1 Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Insider List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com

Do you have a song in your heart you’re afraid to share?

 

In this episode — Episode 5 of the Vocal Breakthrough series — we dive into the courage it takes to share your voice. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter returning to music after a long pause, or just discovering your creative voice, this episode is for you.

 

I’ll guide you through 3 gentle stages of sharing your voice, designed to help you move from private practice to public expression — without fear or perfectionism.

 

You’ll learn how to release the fear of being judged, reconnect with your confidence, and let your songs — and your story — be heard.

 

If you’ve been keeping your music quiet, this episode is your invitation to step into the light, sing what's true, and finally share your voice with the world. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book Your Vocal Breakthrough: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Insider List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: hello@reawakenyourvoice.com

What if the song you’ve been longing to write is already inside you — just waiting for you to listen?

 

In this episode, we explore how to uncover your song seed — that first spark of melody, phrase, or emotion that begins your creative process. Whether you’ve never written a song before or you’ve been feeling blocked for years, this is your invitation to begin again with curiosity and play.

 

You’ll learn:

 

• How to tune into your inner voice and uncover your next song idea
• A simple vocal exercise to connect emotion with melody
• How to stop overthinking and start creating from the heart

 

This episode will help you loosen perfectionism, trust your instincts, and rediscover the joy of spontaneous creation — one note, one feeling, one line at a time.

 

<3 Lainey

 

🎧 This is Part 4 of the Vocal Breakthrough Series — guiding you from silence to song.

 

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What does consistency look like when your creative life doesn’t fit into neat little boxes?

 

If you’ve been longing to sing again, write again, or simply reconnect with your voice — but struggle to find the time, the structure, or the energy — this episode is for you.

 

In Part 3 of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we’re exploring what it means to find your rhythm as a singer and songwriter. Because creative practice isn’t about perfection or daily discipline — it’s about presence, flow, and returning to your voice in ways that feel natural and nourishing.

 

You’ll learn how to:

 

✨ Reimagine your vocal practice so it supports your life rather than competes with it ✨ Stay connected to your voice even in your busiest seasons ✨ Build rituals and routines that honor your unique rhythm ✨ Let go of “shoulds” and start finding joy in your sound again

 

Whether you’re just starting to sing or rekindling a long-lost creative spark, this episode will help you create space for your voice to grow — one breath, one note, one moment at a time.

 

<3 Lainey

 

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