Stop worrying about being 'good'

What happens when your creativity starts to feel heavy, exhausting or even impossible?In this bonus episode with this week's guest, Jenny Leigh Hodgins, we talk about reconnecting with creativity in a ways that feels less pressured, and how creative expression can become a powerful anchor during major life transitions. We also talk about learning how to accept praise, celebrate your work, and the messy and imperfect nature of the creative process.I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host:Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector.She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled', combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Jenny Leigh Hodgins is a creative empowerment coach, author, poet, composer, pianist, and lifelong educator with over 30 years of experience performing, teaching, and composing music. As a live-in caregiver for her senior mother, she navigates the challenges of caregiving while sustaining her own creative energy. Jenny helps people overcome burnout, set healthy boundaries, rebuild trust in their creative process, and regain energy for sustainable creative flow. Through her books, courses, and podcast Your Creative Chord, she empowers individuals to express themselves authentically, explore creativity intentionally, and live inspired lives. Instagram field refused link below so: https://www.instagram.com/yourcreativechord/Jenny Leigh's Facebook pageYour Creative Chord WebsiteYour Creative Chord You TubeBooks: https://www.YourCreativeChord.com/booksPodcast:https://www.YourCreativeChord.com/podcast