Unlocking Joy After Divorce Through Creativity - Guest, Jenny Elinora

In this conversation, Mardi Winder sits down with Jenny Eleanora to explore how creativity and play can change the experience of going through divorce and support healing and joy beyond it. Jenny shares her own journey, describing how the early part of her life was marked by depression and anxiety, and how her divorce became a turning point. With the encouragement of a “creative champion,” Jenny began to rediscover joy by reconnecting with creativity in every area of her life—from making music to starting a business—and learned that play doesn’t have to be reserved for artists or after responsibilities are finished.Mardi and Jenny offer practical ways for listeners to find small sparks of joy, such as micro moments of play and making room each day for simple, enjoyable activities. Jenny’s advice extends to both adults and parents, encouraging the integration of play and creative energy into daily routines and relationships. She highlights the importance of giving ourselves permission to experience joy, even when it feels awkward or unfamiliar at first, and explains how these small steps can eventually lead to greater relief and personal expansion.Together, they discuss how play and creativity, especially after divorce, create opportunities to rediscover one’s true self beyond traditional roles. Jenny shares the impact of personal losses and the inspiration she found in healing and solo creative expression, reminding listeners that authenticity can feel risky but is deeply rewarding. The episode is an honest, encouraging conversation about finding your own path to joy and creativity, and being a positive example for children during transitions.About the GuestJenny Elinora is a creativity empowerment coach and musician dedicated to helping women over 50 rediscover their voices and live their creative dreams. With decades of performance experience and a deep understanding of how trauma impacts creativity, Jenny’s mission is to inspire women to boldly reclaim their creative power. Her own journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of the women she helps. Silenced by early criticism and life’s traumas, Jenny didn’t find her voice until age 33 and only released her first solo project at 50. Along the way, she’s written, performed, recorded and produced 30+ original songs, and earned recognition such as Vermont's Tammie Award for Best Rock Album. Through her holistic approach— somatic practices, sound healing, community support and creative coaching— Jenny has helped 100+ women overcome self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and creative stagnation to help them reconnect with their authentic self and share their brilliance with the world.For Jenny’s gift: https://meditation.growyourwholevoice.comTo connect with Jenny:Website: https://growyourwholevoice.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jelinora About the HostMardi Winder-Adams is a certified divorce transition and high-conflict divorce coach, credentialed mediator, and international speaker. With over 30 years of experience, she helps people navigate conflict, manage divorce challenges, and create positive transitions. She is the best-selling author of From I Do to I’m Done and The Other Side of Divorce.Connect with Mardi:[email protected]://www.divorcecoach4women.com/https://www.newstreamingnetwork.com/team-1/mari-winder-adamsConnect with our channel - https://www.newstreamingnetwork.com/