12. Why I Had to Stop Singing to Find My Voice with Lydia McClain

TW: suicide, disordered eating, traumaIn this episode we learn about Lydia's musicians wellness journey transitioning from professional singer to breathwork facilitator, and discuss how something as simple as breathing can be a gateway to empowerment and liberation!Lydia McClain is a Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Empowerment Coach, and Intuitive guide, dedicated to helping others activate their light and liberate their voice to live a life of authentic self-expression.  Her journey of recovering from an aggressive eating disorder and chronic perfectionism led her to discover the unique power of the breath and finally heal her relationship with her body.  She now helps others release and recover from trauma in the body to feel confident, free, and fully lit up from the inside out.  She offers virtual/in-person (CT) private and group healing sessions, 1:1 mentorship, digital courses/masterclasses, retreats, and is the co-founder of OptiMystic Wellness, a digital sisterhood dedicated to empowering women with self-healing modalities and community.  Lydia has a masters degree in vocal performance and sang opera professionally before putting down roots in the woods of Connecticut to offer breathwork full time.  Visit lydiamcclain.com to receive a free guided breathwork healing mediation and be the first to know about the latest events and offerings.  Follow her on Instagram @lydia.mcclain for daily inspiration and free healing sessions.Website: lydiamcclain.comInstagram: @lydia.mcclain This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alignedmusician.substack.com/subscribe