The episode features an interview with singer-songwriter Emily Elgin. Emily shares her powerful story of overcoming trauma from an abusive childhood and domestic violence in her past relationships. She talks about how growing up witnessing domestic violence warped her understanding of love and led her to be drawn to violent partners as a young adult, despite the relationships not starting off that way.
Emily credits going to therapy as a major turning point that helped shift her mindset, unpack her traumas, and understand what a genuine, healthy partnership looks like. She became an advocate for mental health and sees vulnerability and openness as crucial for destigmatizing mental health struggles.
The conversation explores Emily's brave decision to leave her turbulent life in Oklahoma behind and move to Nashville to pursue music full-time. She shares the incredible story of how a stranger gifted her $4,000 to make the move happen after sensing her prayers for guidance. Emily reflects on the daunting challenges of being an independent artist doing the job of seven people but says her worst day in music is better than where she was before.
Emily performs a poignant excerpt from her new breakup song "It Should Have Been Raining" and discusses her musical influences like The Steel Drivers, Taylor Swift, and others. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique voice and individuality as an artist, rather than chasing trends. Emily advocates for up-and-coming artists to focus on honing their distinctive artistry and being authentic, even when facing discouragement in the industry.
The episode also touches on Emily's love of horses, some comical and harrowing horse training experiences, and her thoughts on the "live forever or die trying" cowboy mentality around horseback riding. Overall, it captures Emily's resilience, her commitment to empowerment through music, and positivity in the face of life's struggles.
Links
Phantom Power Music - https://www.phantompowermusic.io/
Emily Elgin Music - https://www.emilyelginmusic.com/
00:00:00 Introduction to Positively Undefeated
00:00:19 Welcome to Positively Undefeated
00:01:11 Interview with Emily Elgin
00:02:34 The Music Industry: Independent vs. Record Deals
00:04:02 The Journey in Nashville
00:06:30 Overcoming Domestic Violence Trauma
00:10:29 Coping Mechanisms and Unhealthy Habits
00:13:51 Life-Threatening Wake-Up Call
00:14:30 Turning Point and Self-Discovery
00:18:10 Transitioning from the Ranch
00:20:25 Shared Love for Horses
00:23:49 Challenges Faced by Amateur Horse Riders
00:28:40 The Perils of Horseback Riding
00:30:18 Self-Perception in Music Talent
00:32:03 Finding Unique Voices
00:33:59 A-list Party Encounter
00:37:37 The Dark Side of Notoriety
00:47:14 Connecting Through Music Events
00:49:27 Unveiling New Music
00:54:49 Poignant Song Performance
00:56:36 Discover More About Emily Elgin
00:59:57 Embracing Vulnerability and Honesty
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