Your Creative Chord Podcast

Episode 79 – Creative Tools for Navigating Boundaries

Setting boundaries is hard enough—what helps you process the emotional resistance that follows?

In this episode of Your Creative Chord, I walk you through how creative and spiritual practices can help you stay grounded, clear, and compassionate through any boundary maintenance challenges.

You'll hear the full version of my original song For You and Me (from my 2001 Butterfly, ...

Setting boundaries is hard—but what comes after can be even harder. In episode 78, I share personal strategies and creative tools for navigating the emotional resistance that often follows healthy limits. Whether you're facing backlash from others or internal guilt, you’ll hear reflections grounded in Buddhist practice, caregiving, and creative expression—including a clip from my original song For You and Me and verses from my...

Episode 77: Boundaries For Protecting Your Creative Energy

In this solo episode, I share practical insights on why setting boundaries is essential for preserving your energy, staying creatively aligned, and avoiding burnout.

You’ll hear real-life examples of red flags—both personal and professional—that signal the need for boundaries. I offer clear, doable ways to set, communicate, and maintain boundaries with confidence and clarity.

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Tune in for key insights from a Piano Panel Event  I hosted inside my New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group. I brought together a panel of experienced piano educators for an in-depth discussion on overcoming challenges at the piano.

Get actionable strategies from seven expert piano teachers on building consistent practice habits, improving technique, staying motivated, and exploring musical creativity—especially for adult ...

Episode 75: A replay of the Creativity Panel Event, hosted inside our Creative Flow & Inspired Living Facebook group. Join me and six panelists as we share expert insights on creativity, wellness, and overcoming blocks, exploring the powerful connection between creativity and wellness! 

Connect with our panelists:

Kathy Tarochione
 

Courtney Bell
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Beverley Glazer
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Wendee L...

Episode 74: Stay Organized with My Task-Tracking Google Sheet

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful tool I use to stay organized and on track with my podcasting workflow: my task-tracking Google Sheet. This system helps me manage everything from podcast creation to social media posts, emails, and YouTube versions of my episodes—and it can easily be adapted to your own projects or goals.

I’ll walk you through how I’ve ...

Note: Episode 72, Turning Struggles into Stepping Stones, was originally scheduled for April 1. It has now been rescheduled to air on April 15, 2025.

In Ep. 72, I share how struggles can actually become stepping stones for happiness. It’s all about shifting your mindset and seeing challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I discuss how embracing obstacles with the right attitude can lead to a stronger, more fulfilled life.

I a...

**Episode 72, Turning Struggles into Stepping Stones, and Episode 73, Three Simple Shifts for Piano Practice Consistency, have swapped air dates. Episode 73 will now air on April 1, 2025.**

Episode 73: 3 Simple Shifts for Piano Practice Consistency

Struggling to stay consistent with your piano practice? In this episode, I share three simple mindset shifts that can transform how you approach practice—helping you build lasting habits a...

UPDATE: New Date for the Creativity Panel Event!

Our Creativity Panel Event: The Creativity & Wellness Connection was rescheduled to April 21, 2025. Checkout the podcast version of this insightful discussion in The Creativity & Wellness Connection Episode 75  

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In episode  71 , Boosting Your Creative Flow for Wellness  & Fulfillment, I’m sharing how to boost your creative flow and achieve greater wellness and fulfillmen...

In episode 70 of Your Creative Chord, '5 Simple Strategies to Get Organized & Achieve Your Goals,' I’m sharing simple yet powerful organizational strategies to help you boost your creativity and productivity. If you struggle with focus, procrastination, or perfectionism, this episode is for you.

I’ll walk you through how organizing your tasks and aligning them with your values can clear mental clutter and make room for...

Reignite Your Creativity: My Proven Formula

In this episode, I reveal my Proven Formula to help you reignite your creativity and tap into your full creative potential. If you’re feeling stuck or lacking inspiration, I’ll guide you through simple yet powerful steps to get back into your creative flow.

You’ll learn:

• How to break free from creative blocks using a proven system designed to nurture your ideas.
• Actionable steps to overco...

Ep 68: Turning Life's Challenges Into Creative Power
In this episode, I dive into the concept of anti-fragility—how embracing life’s challenges can actually make us stronger and more creative. Instead of just surviving obstacles, we’ll explore how to thrive and transform them into powerful opportunities for growth.

🎧 What you’ll discover in this episode:

• How challenges can be reframed as stepping stones for creative emp...

In episode 67, I'll share two strategies that can transform your piano practice. One focuses on goal-driven practice, and the other takes a more meditative, slow-down approach—borrowed from piano educator Bob Ross (not the artist!). Which one will help you most, or will you combine both? Tune in to discover how these methods can make your practice more balanced and effective.

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In this episode, I share the #1 key to your piano progress—it's more essential than other factors you might think are more important! If you've been eager to start or feel stuck in your piano journey, this episode will help you get back on track. Tune in to find out how to make real progress!

Join me on January 21 for a special piano panel event inside the New and Returning Piano Learners Facebook group! Details and regist...

Discover how small, focused practice sessions can unlock your piano potential. In this episode, I share the incremental practice strategy—a proven method for overcoming challenges, staying consistent, and making steady progress, even with limited time. Learn how to target trouble spots, maximize your practice routine, and build momentum toward your musical goals.

Ready to take the next step? Join my January 21, 2025 Piano Panel even...

In this episode of Your Creative Chord Podcast, host Jenny Leigh Hodgins explores the powerful role that setting boundaries plays in creating a more balanced, fulfilling life. Sharing authentically about her own journey with boundaries, Jenny Leigh emphasizes the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and clarity. She offers practical tips on how to make time for what matters most, communicate your limits effectively, and say no wit...

In episode 63 part 2, I continue my personal journey of rebuilding and reflection as I explore the path of recovering from burnout. Recovery doesn’t happen overnight, but through creativity, self-compassion, and reconnecting with what truly matters, I’m finding my way back to balance. I discuss the emotional impact of recent election results, particularly for those feeling frustrated or defeated by the outcome. The added stress and...

Recognizing Burnout's Signals & Regaining Balance

In part 1 of this 2-part episode series, I discuss the hidden ways burnout manifests in our lives—the often unaddressed accumulation of stress, the fog of chronic fatigue, and the toll it takes when left unchecked. Sharing my current personal and very real struggle with recovery, I offer insights into what I've learned throughout this journey. It's a candid perspec...

In this episode of Your Creative Chord Podcast, I’m thrilled to introduce our new Facebook group, Creative Flow & Personal Growth with Your Creative Chord*, a community designed to support your creative exploration. Whether you're a seasoned artist, musician, or someone looking to reignite your creative spark, this group is your space to connect with like-minded individuals, gain inspiration, and overcome creative blocks.

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