How well do you pay attention? Are you truly listening or going off into your own world? Or checking your phone? Or maybe you’re making assumptions about a person or situation without looking at the full picture. I’ve seen this with young people I’ve worked with, both in drum therapyⓇ […]
Did you know that drumming is not just for entertainment or learning to play your favorite tunes? You can use easy beats and rhythms to help boost your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. As a certified drum therapist and empowerment coach, I’ve seen some shifts happen – really quickly! […]
Are you having trouble focusing? One easy way to boost your focus is drumming! Easy beats and rhythms on a hand drum, drum pad, or even just your lap or desk can help you get into the zone. You don’t need to learn how to play the full drum set […]
What’s more important? Passion or perfection? In drumming, as in life, I think passion needs to come first. Passion drives interest, which drives experience and expertise. It’s hard to feel fulfilled in a business, career, or endeavor if you’re not passionate about it. When you love what you do I […]
Is it luck, faith, or timing? While some wait for leprechauns and their pot of gold, others of us know that things often take time – and a whole lot of faith. It’s all part of the rhythm of life. The photo below is from the last gig I did […]
It’s one thing to talk about your dreams or making a change. It’s another thing to actually take action and move forward. One thing I’ve learned in my many years of working with creatives and entrepreneurs is that you have to be ready to jump when an opportunity presents itself. […]
Are you having trouble staying focused and getting things done? I don’t know about you, but my brain seems to have shifted to “Christmas mode.” My attention has been on shopping for presents, putting up decorations, sending out Christmas cards, holiday baking, and other activities. And let’s not forget lots […]
Stress affects everyone from time to time and entrepreneurs and creatives are no exception. Unfortunately stress can create or exacerbate many health issues such as increased blood pressure, headaches, body aches and pains, ulcers, colitis, asthma, diabetes, and depression. Many people assume that when they become self-employed, their stress will […]
How well do you handle change? In my experience, you have three options: 1) Fight it. 2) Face it. 3) Embrace it. Following a different path Sometimes, you know you need to make a change but you put it off. It could be because of uncertainty, procrastination, or fear. It’s […]
To everything there is a season. This includes your career, your business, and your life. Are you embracing the season you’re in? Like many of my adult clients, Donna (not her real name) was at the end of her rope. Things weren’t going as planned. As hard as she tried […]