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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 20 MIN

112 | Trying to Force Your Creative Process? There's Another Way

from Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons · host Lainey Prendeville Crawford - Vocal Coach, Singer, Songwriter, Songwriting Coach

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. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

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