Singer Songwriter | How to Write a Song, Make Music, Song Lyrics, Music Theory, Singing Lessons

What do you do when the way you’ve been creating no longer feels alive? In this episode, I’m sharing an honest reflection on creativity, artistic growth, and what happens when your creative process starts feeling stale — even when you still love what you do. Lately, I’ve realized I’ve been spending so much time creating about music that I’ve started craving more space for my own songs, artistry, and creative process again. This episode is a conversation about creative seasons, outgrowing old rhythms, reconnecting with your artistic voice, and giving yourself permission to evolve as a singer-songwriter and creative. If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your creativity, stuck in a creative rut, creatively burned out, or unsure how to reconnect with making music again, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about: creative burnout vs creative growth outgrowing the way you create reconnecting with your singing and songwriting process allowing your creativity to evolve making space for a new creative season This is an artist-to-artist conversation about creativity, songwriting, and learning to create from a place that feels alive again. Thank you for joining me on this infinite journey of becoming. <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]

Have you ever felt like you’re trying too hard when you sing — forcing your voice, chasing a certain sound, or overthinking every note? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode, we talk about how to find your natural singing voice — not by shaping or controlling it, but by learning how to let it emerge. Because your voice isn’t something you have to create. It’s something that’s already there. You’ll learn: • why forcing your voice creates tension and disconnect • how imitation and perfectionism can block your natural sound • the connection between mental tension and vocal tension • what resonance actually feels like in the body • how to sing with more ease, freedom, and emotional honesty This episode is about trusting your voice, releasing control, and allowing your sound to become more natural over time. Because the goal isn’t to sound perfect. It’s to sound like you. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singers release tension, build confidence, and reconnect with their natural voice. Learn more at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

Do you have unfinished songs, scattered lyrics, or too many song ideas living in your notes app? In this episode, we talk about how to move inspiration through the songwriting process — so your ideas stop getting lost and start becoming songs. You’ll learn how to capture ideas, create one creative “home,” and move songs through different stages of development without feeling overwhelmed. Because songwriting isn’t just about having ideas. It’s about knowing what to do with them next. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence, and reconnect to their voice. Book Yours Here: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

If you’ve been struggling to find time for your creativity — or feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle with your singing or songwriting — this episode will give you a simple, realistic way to stay consistent. Because creativity doesn’t require hours of free time. It requires a way to stay connected. In this episode, I share a flexible 20-minute creative practice designed for singer-songwriters who want to build consistency without overwhelm — even in the middle of a full, busy life. We’ll walk through: • why the all-or-nothing mindset keeps you stuck • a simple 20-minute structure for singing, songwriting, and creative flow • how to stay connected to your voice through small, everyday moments I also introduce a simple “sprinkle and pour” approach to creativity — a way of weaving your voice and your music into your daily life, instead of waiting for the perfect time. Because you don’t need more time. You need a way to return. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters build confidence, stay consistent, and reconnect to their voice and creativity. Learn more at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

If you’ve ever started a song and didn’t finish it… or felt stuck somewhere in the middle of the songwriting process, unsure what to do next — this episode will give you a clearer path forward. Songwriting isn’t just about inspiration — it’s about understanding the phases of writing a song. When you understand these phases, it becomes much easier to move from a simple idea… to a finished piece of music. In this episode, we walk through three key phases of songwriting: • gathering and developing song ideas • the messy middle — and why so many songs get stuck there • refining your ideas into a finished song You’ll also hear a behind-the-scenes look at how I move through my own songwriting practice — from scattered ideas to focused work — in a way that allows for both structure and flexibility. Because it’s not about having more ideas. It’s about knowing what to do with the ones you already have. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence, and bring their songs to life. Learn more at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Next Steps: Book a 1:1 Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

If warming up your voice has ever felt confusing, rigid, or overly technical… you’re not alone. In this episode, we simplify the process. Instead of focusing on the “perfect” vocal warm-up routine, you’ll learn how to approach warming up your voice in a way that’s intuitive, flexible, and actually supportive of your singing. We’ll walk through a simple 4-part framework to help you: • gently awaken your voice and body • find ease, resonance, and connection • build flexibility and range without forcing • and bring your voice into real music—not just exercises We also talk about how overthinking and perfectionism can create tension in your voice—and how to shift into a more natural, responsive way of working with your instrument. Because your voice is different every day… and your warm-up can be, too. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move out of overthinking, release tension, and build a more natural, confident connection to their voice. Learn more at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

100 episodes. What started as Reawaken Your Voice has grown into something clearer, more focused, and more aligned — a space for singer-songwriters navigating the creative process, finding their voice, and learning how to trust it. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far — what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what I’ve learned from you along the way. We talk about: • the evolution of the podcast and stepping into the identity of “singer-songwriter” • the patterns I’m seeing in this community (starting, finishing, sharing, and perfectionism) • the episodes you’ve resonated with most — and what that reveals • where we’re going next (more process, more storytelling, more of the real work behind the songs) 🎁 To celebrate 100 episodes, I’m giving away 3 one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions. You’ll be entered to win by filling out a short form sharing your experience, your challenges, and what you’d love more of on the podcast. And if you leave a review, you’ll receive 5 bonus entries. Enter Here: bit.ly/singersongwriterpodcast Thank you for being here — whether you’ve listened to one episode or one hundred. This is just the beginning. <3 Lainey Enter the Giveaway: bit.ly/singersongwriterpodcast Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Write Me: [email protected]

How do you actually find your songwriting voice? Is it something you discover… or something that develops over time? Many songwriters feel stuck here — overthinking their ideas, comparing themselves to others, and wondering if what they’re creating is original or “good enough.” But your voice isn’t something you find by thinking. It’s something that emerges through the act of writing. In this episode, we explore what it really means to find your songwriting voice and why the process is less about figuring it out — and more about staying in the work long enough for something true to come through. We talk about: • Why overthinking can keep you disconnected from your creative voice • How your life experiences and perspective shape your songwriting • The role of practice, experimentation, and finishing songs • Letting go of perfectionism and writing imperfect songs Because you don’t find your voice before you begin. You find it by writing. If you’re ready to move from second-guessing your songs to developing a voice that actually feels like you, this episode will meet you where you are. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence, and find clarity in both their voice and their songwriting. Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

Many singers hold themselves back because they’re trying to sound perfect. They control their tone, their breath, their phrasing — carefully managing every detail so nothing falls apart. But sometimes that control is exactly what keeps the voice from expressing something real. In this episode, we explore the balance between vocal technique and emotional honesty, and why perfectionism can quietly block the freedom and authenticity that make music powerful. We talk about: • Why singers often try to control their voice instead of expressing the emotion of the song • How perfectionism can keep you from fully connecting to the music • The courage it takes to surrender control and “go there” emotionally • Giving yourself permission to sing imperfectly but truthfully Because the most powerful performances aren’t always technically perfect — they’re emotionally honest. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters build confidence, move through perfectionism, and sing their songs with greater freedom and emotional connection. Learn more and book your session at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write me: [email protected]

At what point are you “allowed” to call yourself a singer-songwriter? Is it after you finish your first song? Release music publicly? Perform for other people? Many artists carry a quiet belief that they’re not a real singer-songwriter yet — that they need to be better, more confident, or further along before claiming that identity. In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming an artist and the internal shift that happens when you start taking your creative voice seriously. We talk about: • Why so many artists hesitate to call themselves singer-songwriters • The invisible rules that keep people waiting for permission • How identity grows alongside practice, not after perfection • The role of curiosity, exploration, and consistency in the creative journey If you’ve been writing songs, exploring your voice, and wondering when you’re “allowed” to claim the title of singer-songwriter, this episode is for you. Becoming an artist isn’t a single moment — it’s a practice.   <3 Lainey   🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence in their voice, and deepen their songwriting practice. You can learn more at: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching   Join the newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write me: [email protected]

You start songs all the time. But finishing them? That’s where things fall apart. If your voice memos are full of half-written lyrics and abandoned ideas, you’re not lazy — and you’re not untalented. In this episode, we explore three common reasons singer-songwriters struggle to finish their songs: perfectionism, lack of creative systems, and hitting a skill edge. Because sometimes the problem isn’t motivation. It’s protection. It’s disorganization. It’s growth. If you’re ready to move from scattered ideas to steady creative momentum, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. <3 Lainey 🎤 Want personalized support? My one-hour Vocal Breakthrough Sessions help singer-songwriters move through creative blocks, build confidence, and reconnect to their voice. Book Yours Here: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

You say you want to be a singer-songwriter. You want to share your voice, write your own songs, and be heard. So why are you still hiding? In this episode, we’re talking about the quiet fear that keeps so many aspiring singer-songwriters small — the fear of being seen, of sharing unfinished work, of letting your real voice be heard. If you struggle with vocal confidence, hesitate to share your music, or feel stuck in perfectionism, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore: • Why hiding feels safer than expression • How fear of being seen shows up in your singing voice • The subtle ways you may be shrinking your artistry • And how to begin building creative confidence — one small step at a time You don’t need to be fearless to become an artist. You just need to be willing. <3 Lainey If you’re ready to stop hiding and start sharing your voice with more confidence, my one-on-one Vocal Breakthrough Sessions are designed to help you do exactly that. Book Your 1:1 Coaching Session Here: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Write Me: [email protected]

You think you need more confidence. More training. More certainty. But what if beginning is what creates those things? In You Don’t Have to Feel Ready: Begin Where You Are as a Singer-Songwriter, I’m sharing honest stories from my own path — recording before I felt prepared, stepping into rooms that scared me, saying yes before I knew how. We’ll talk about why waiting keeps artists stuck, how readiness is built through action, and gentle ways to start singing and writing songs from exactly where you are today. If perfectionism or self-doubt has been keeping you on the sidelines, this episode will help you move. And if you’re craving support, my free live songwriting workshop is happening today. Come begin with us. <3 Lainey Register for the FREE, LIVE Songwriting Workshop happening TODAY (February 17th @ 1PM EST) --> singersongwriterworkshop.com Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

Singing can feel incredibly vulnerable. Your voice isn’t just an instrument — it’s part of your body, your history, and your identity. So when you share it, of course you can feel exposed. In this episode, we explore why singers and songwriters struggle with fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism, especially after criticism or difficult experiences. And we talk about how confidence is really built: not by pushing or pretending you’re fearless, but through small, safe moments of letting yourself be heard. You’ll learn practical, compassionate ways to rebuild trust in your voice, expand your comfort zone, and return to singing from a place of authenticity and creative flow. If you’ve loved singing but felt afraid to share your voice, this episode will help you find your way back. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Join the Free Live Songwriting Workshop on February 17th: singersongwriterworkshop.com Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

Have you ever noticed yourself pulling away from your creativity — even though making music is something you love? In this episode, we explore why singers and songwriters disconnect from their creativity, voice, or songwriting practice — and why this distance is often a form of self-protection, not failure. We’ll talk about the vulnerability of making music, the pressure to “do it right,” and the quiet ways perfectionism, overwhelm, or life changes can cause us to step back from our creative selves. Most importantly, I’ll share gentle, grounded ways to return to making music without forcing inspiration or waiting to feel confident first. This isn’t about discipline or fixing yourself — it’s about rebuilding trust with your voice and your creativity. If you’re a singer-songwriter who’s been feeling disconnected, stuck, or unsure how to begin again, this episode is for you. <3 Lainey P.S. Ready to Turn Your Ideas Into Songs? ✨ Join my FREE, LIVE Songwriting Workshop! In this one hour workshop, we’ll explore simple, supportive ways to start writing songs (again) — no pressure, no performing, just space to reconnect. 🗓 Tuesday, February 17th at 1pm Eastern 🎶 Register now at singersongwriterworkshop.com

Do song lyrics come first — or does the melody lead the way? The truth is, songs don’t begin in just one way. In this episode, I walk you through five common “doorways” into songwriting — simple, human starting points that can help you move past the frozen feeling of “Where do I start?” We explore how songs can begin through lyrics, melody, rhythm, harmony, or listening to what’s already stirring beneath the surface — and how finding your doorway can make songwriting feel more natural and less intimidating. If you’ve been searching for a simple way to start writing songs, this episode offers a clear framework you can return to again and again — without pressure, rules, or overthinking. <3 Lainey P.S. You're Invited to Join Me for a FREE Live Songwriting Workshop -->  🎶 Free Live Songwriting Workshop Learn how to turn your ideas into songs in this FREE workshop with Lainey Tuesday, February 17th 10AM PST / 11AM MST / 12PM CT / 1PM EST Live on Zoom Register at singersongwriterworkshop.com

Songwriting isn’t about coming up with ideas — it’s about learning how to listen. In this episode, I’m sharing a different kind of ear training for singer-songwriters: one that helps you recognize song beginnings as they’re already forming — where listening becomes the skill that guides everything else. We’ll talk about the subtle ways songs often arrive: a line that won’t leave you alone, a sound or melody fragment, a feeling that hasn’t found words yet — and why learning to listen for these beginnings can change the entire songwriting process. Rather than forcing a song into shape, this episode explores how to notice what’s already present and stay with it long enough for the song to reveal itself. This is ear training for the creative process — grounded, embodied, and accessible, even if you feel stuck or unsure where to begin. If songwriting has ever felt intimidating, overwhelming, or overly technical, this conversation offers a simpler starting place: attention, curiosity, and trust. Listening is where the song begins.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

What if you didn’t have to think your way into songwriting — but could play your way in? In this episode, I explore how vocal play can become a gentle doorway into songwriting, whether your songs begin with words, melody, or something in between. Instead of focusing on performance or “getting it right,” we look at how letting the voice explore can lower pressure, reconnect you to emotion, and help songs begin to take shape naturally. You’ll learn: why singing doesn’t have to mean performing how vocal play supports the songwriting process a simple practice for turning journal lines into song ideas how singing, songwriting, and creativity are deeply connected This episode is for singer-songwriters who feel stuck, overthink their songs, or want a more embodied, intuitive way to write music. If you’re longing to reconnect with your voice — and let songwriting feel more alive and possible again — this episode is for you.

If you’re heading into the new year feeling creatively overwhelmed — with too many ideas, unfinished projects, and uncertainty about where to focus — this episode is for you. So many singer-songwriters struggle not because they lack inspiration, but because choosing one direction feels risky. What if you pick the wrong project? What if you lose momentum? What if you don’t follow through? In this episode, we explore a gentler, more sustainable approach to creative focus: choosing one creative practice instead of forcing yourself to commit to a specific outcome or project. Rather than asking, “What should I make this year?” we shift the question to, “What is asking for my devotion?” You’ll hear: Why having too many ideas can create creative paralysis The difference between choosing a project and choosing a practice How focusing on one creative practice builds clarity, consistency, and trust A guided listening exercise to help you tune into what wants your attention right now How devotion to practice can naturally support songwriting, singing, and creative momentum This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and release the pressure to have everything figured out. You don’t need to chase every idea — you only need to choose the practice that can hold them all. If you’re craving creative clarity without burnout, and focus without force, this conversation will meet you right where you are.   <3 Lainey   Related Episodes: 85 | A Creative Year-End Ritual for Singer Songwriters: Reflect, Renew, and Reconnect with Your Voice 35 | Renew Your Artistic Vision in the New Year with This 5-Step Creative Exercise for Singers & Vocal Artists   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider  Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

If you’ve ever filled journals with words but felt stuck turning them into a song—or if you have music you love but freeze when it’s time to add lyrics—this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple way to move from journaling into song lyrics without forcing meaning, overthinking, or trying to get it “right.” We’ll talk about how lyrics actually take shape over time, why journaling is already a powerful part of the songwriting process, and how to begin shaping words into songs in a way that feels natural. You’ll learn: A simple process for shaping raw language into lyrics How to bridge the gap between words and music—whether you start with lyrics or melody How this fits into a gentle, repeatable songwriting practice This episode is especially for singer-songwriters who want a clear place to begin, without pressure to finish a song or have something profound to say right away. Most songs aren’t written all at once (It can happen! Stay open to the magic!)— they’re usually written in stages. This episode focuses on one of the most important ones.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

What does it really mean to stay connected to your singing voice—especially in quiet seasons, when you’re not practicing, performing, or making much sound at all? In this episode, we explore what actually counts as singing for singer-songwriters, and how creativity and voice remain present even when the voice goes quiet. If you’re in a slower season, returning after a break, or feeling unsure how to stay connected to your voice right now, this episode offers reassurance, permission, and a gentle reframe. We talk about the many forms creativity can take, including listening, writing lyrics, exploring meaning through words, creative cross-training, and rest. You’ll be invited to see silence and stillness not as a loss, but as an essential part of the creative cycle—like the rest in music that allows the next sound to emerge. If you’re longing to reconnect with your singing voice without pressure, judgment, or performance, you’re in the right place. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

This episode is an invitation to pause. At the end of the year, we so often rush forward—setting goals, making plans, trying to improve. Instead, this guided creative ritual offers a moment to stand still at a viewpoint: to look back at the path you’ve walked, to sense the artistic horizon ahead, and to listen for what wants to come next. Together, we’ll move through a gentle process of grounding, reflection, and creative listening—using journaling, intuitive drawing, lyric fragments, and simple vocal sound. There’s no performance, no fixing, and no pressure to create anything “finished.” Just space. This episode is especially for singer-songwriters who: feel tender or quiet about their voice right now want to reflect on the past year without judgment are craving creative renewal rather than productivity want to begin the next year with trust, curiosity, and presence You can listen straight through, pause when you need to, or return to this ritual anytime. Come as you are. Your voice already belongs here.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

How do you actually start a songwriting practice—especially if you’re feeling rusty, intimidated, or creatively blocked?  In this episode, I’m sharing the gentle 3-step ritual I use myself—grounding, lyric freewriting, and melody improv—to help you quiet the noise, access creative flow, and hear your creative voice again.  Whether you’re returning to music or just beginning to explore your voice, this practice gives you a soft place to start. These steps will help you slow down, listen inward, and make space for the song waiting to come through.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

Feeling creatively blocked — like there’s a song or idea trying to reach you, but life, doubt, and mental noise keep getting in the way? This week, we’re talking about how to quiet the noise so you can finally hear your creative voice again. Whether you’re returning to music, beginning a new season, or sensing a shift in your artistry, the whisper is always there… it’s just hard to hear when everything else is louder. And I’ll be honest — this episode wasn’t the one I planned. I tried recording it several times, but nothing flowed. Too much noise, too much pressure, not enough space. So instead, we’re talking about exactly that: what dissolves creative blocks and brings you back to clarity. You’ll learn three essential practices every singer-songwriter needs when inspiration feels far away: Journaling — clear the clutter and reconnect with your inner voice Vocal Improvisation — play, explore, and find melody without pressure Creative Play / Artist’s Date — spark inspiration and reset your creative system Plus, I’ll share a simple journaling prompt — “The Song You Haven’t Written Yet” — to help you uncover what’s been trying to come through. If you’re overwhelmed, stuck, or longing to reconnect with your creativity, this episode will help you find the quiet you need to hear yourself again.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Email Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

Today’s episode is the beginning of a new era for this show. I’m sharing the personal story behind my creative return: how I left the classical world, lost my voice for years, and slowly found my way back through songwriting — the practice that became my refuge, my bridge from silence to song, and the doorway back to my true artistry. I’ll talk about the identity shift I resisted for so long — calling myself a songwriter — and how claiming that truth changed everything. And I’ll share why this podcast is rebranding to Singer Songwriter: to honor the work I’m here to do, and to better support the artists who feel the creative stirring to sing, write, and reclaim their voices again. If you’re an aspiring singer-songwriter or a returning musician finding your way back, this episode is your invitation into a new season of your creative life. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Write Me: [email protected] Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

Every artist goes through seasons — moments of quiet, growth, bloom, and renewal. In this final episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore how your voice and songwriting practice evolve through creative cycles, and why finding your voice isn’t a one-time event — it’s a lifelong spiral of discovery. You’ll learn how to recognize your current creative season, trust your natural rhythm, and move through phases of rest, inspiration, creation, and sharing with more ease and confidence. In this episode, we’ll explore: 🌑 Winter: Resting, healing, and reconnecting with your voice 🌱 Spring: Reawakening your inspiration and songwriting ideas ☀️ Summer: Creative expression, sharing, and vocal confidence 🍂 Autumn: Integration, refinement, and artistic maturity Whether you’re in a season of quiet reflection or vibrant creativity, this episode will help you honor where you are, trust your process, and feel grounded in your ongoing artistic evolution. ✨ Plus — an announcement: Reawaken Your Voice is evolving into a new chapter: 🎙️ Singer Songwriter: Sing and Write Your Own Music With Confidence. I’ll share what’s coming next and how this shift reflects the deeper roots of this creative journey. If you’re ready to deepen your voice, strengthen your songwriting practice, or move through your current creative season with support, you can book a 1:1 Vocal Breakthrough Session at reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book a 1:1 Coaching Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Insider List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

Do you have a song in your heart you’re afraid to share?   In this episode — Episode 5 of the Vocal Breakthrough series — we dive into the courage it takes to share your voice. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter returning to music after a long pause, or just discovering your creative voice, this episode is for you.   I’ll guide you through 3 gentle stages of sharing your voice, designed to help you move from private practice to public expression — without fear or perfectionism.   You’ll learn how to release the fear of being judged, reconnect with your confidence, and let your songs — and your story — be heard.   If you’ve been keeping your music quiet, this episode is your invitation to step into the light, sing what's true, and finally share your voice with the world. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Book Your Vocal Breakthrough: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Insider List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

What if the song you’ve been longing to write is already inside you — just waiting for you to listen?   In this episode, we explore how to uncover your song seed — that first spark of melody, phrase, or emotion that begins your creative process. Whether you’ve never written a song before or you’ve been feeling blocked for years, this is your invitation to begin again with curiosity and play.   You’ll learn:   How to tune into your inner voice and uncover your next song idea A simple vocal exercise to connect emotion with melody How to stop overthinking and start creating from the heart   This episode will help you loosen perfectionism, trust your instincts, and rediscover the joy of spontaneous creation — one note, one feeling, one line at a time.   <3 Lainey   🎧 This is Part 4 of the Vocal Breakthrough Series — guiding you from silence to song.   Next Steps:   Book a Vocal Breakthrough Session: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching   Join the Email Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider   Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com   Email me: [email protected]

What does consistency look like when your creative life doesn’t fit into neat little boxes?   If you’ve been longing to sing again, write again, or simply reconnect with your voice — but struggle to find the time, the structure, or the energy — this episode is for you.   In Part 3 of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we’re exploring what it means to find your rhythm as a singer and songwriter. Because creative practice isn’t about perfection or daily discipline — it’s about presence, flow, and returning to your voice in ways that feel natural and nourishing.   You’ll learn how to:   ✨ Reimagine your vocal practice so it supports your life rather than competes with it ✨ Stay connected to your voice even in your busiest seasons ✨ Build rituals and routines that honor your unique rhythm ✨ Let go of “shoulds” and start finding joy in your sound again   Whether you’re just starting to sing or rekindling a long-lost creative spark, this episode will help you create space for your voice to grow — one breath, one note, one moment at a time.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book Your Vocal Breakthrough: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Email Insider List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com Write Me: [email protected]

When you overthink your singing, you disconnect from how it feels to make sound.   In this episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore what happens when you stop analyzing every note — and start trusting your body as your instrument.   We’ll talk about how overthinking can hold you back before you even open your mouth, why trying harder often tightens your voice, and how simple embodiment practices can help you sing with more confidence, freedom, and flow.   Whether you’re returning to your voice or discovering it for the first time, this is your invitation to get out of your head and into your sound.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book Your Vocal Breakthrough:  reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Email List:   reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Write Me:    [email protected] Visit the Website:   reawakenyourvoice.com 

In this first episode of the Vocal Breakthrough Series, we explore how to heal your relationship with your voice, rebuild trust, and reclaim your artist identity — your singer within.   Whether you’ve been away from singing for years, or you’ve been holding yourself back, this episode guides you through practical steps to release old fears, reconnect with your creative spirit, and begin again with confidence.   I also share a personal story about cleaning out my office closet, finding echoes of my past musical life, and finally taking the first steps to record my own songs again — letting go of what no longer serves and opening space for new expression.   ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to acknowledge and release old stories and limiting beliefs about your voice Steps to rebuild trust in your singing and creative self How to reclaim your artist identity and step into your unique sound A gentle introduction to vocal improvisation, journaling, and creative expression This episode also marks the unveiling of my new 1:1 coaching experience: Vocal Breakthrough — Freedom to Find Your Voice, a one-hour private session designed to help you reconnect with your voice, release fear and self-doubt, and walk away with practical steps to continue your vocal growth.   Learn more and book your session here: Vocal Breakthrough   <3 Lainey   Next Steps: Book Your Vocal Breakthrough: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Write Me: [email protected] Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com

We’re allowed to be beginners again ~ to find our voice, even when it’s changed.   In this episode, I’m sharing what it means to step into a new chapter of finding your voice — both in life and in music. I’ll talk about what I’ve been learning as I begin a new season of growth in my own artistry, and how to return to your creative path with curiosity, grace, and courage.   If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your voice, or afraid to start something new ~ or start again, for the hundredth time ~ this one’s for you.   Listen in as we begin a new chapter ~ and get ready for the upcoming Vocal Breakthrough Series, starting next week.   <3 Lainey   P.S. Become an insider by joining my email newsletter and be the first to hear about what I've been creating for you behind the scenes! reawakenyourvoice.com/insider

You don't need to play an instrument to start writing songs ~ your voice is enough.   In this episode, I’m breaking down a simple, beginner-friendly approach to songwriting for singers ~ no guitar, piano, or music theory required. If you're someone who loves to sing but feels stuck or unsure about how to make music from your own voice and ideas, this is for you.   You’ll learn:   Why you don’t need to play an instrument to begin songwriting Two easy, intuitive ways to start writing songs today A powerful creative prompt to help you find your voice and express what’s been sitting on your heart How to move past the fear, perfectionism, or “I’m not ready” stories that have kept you quiet   Whether you're a returning artist or someone dreaming of becoming a singer songwriter for the first time, this episode will help you reconnect to your voice, your creativity, and your desire to write songs that feel like home. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Lainey: [email protected]

Have you stepped away from your voice — again? Are you feeling the weight of guilt, shame, or the belief that you’ve “fallen behind?”    You’re not alone. And you’re not behind.   This episode is a compassionate reframe for singers starting over — for the second, third, or tenth time. Whether life got in the way, creativity went quiet, or you just needed space — this conversation is here to remind you that pauses don’t erase your artistry.    We’ll talk about:   Why stopping doesn’t mean you’ve failed The myth of being “behind” in creative work How art moves in seasons, not straight lines Why starting over (again) is an act of courage A gentle invitation to reconnect with your voice — right where you are.   You’re not starting from scratch — you’re starting from experience. And your voice has always been with you, even in the silence.   Whether you're picking up your voice after months or years away, this episode is here to offer compassion, perspective, and a small spark to guide you back home to your sound.   <3 Lainey P.S. Write me!  What questions do you have?  What would you like to hear more of on the show? Drop me a line and say hello.  Tell me a piece of your singing story (or tell me all about it!) I want to hear about your vocal journey and where this podcast finds you along the way. Send an email with any or all of these things to: [email protected]

If your voice isn’t free, you aren’t free. In this episode, we'll explore what it really means to sing with truth — especially in a world that punishes honesty and teaches us to stay quiet. We’re told that silence keeps us safe. But the truth? Holding your voice back doesn’t protect you — it imprisons you. Whether you're a longtime singer or someone who's gone quiet for years, this episode is a call to courage. To reclaim your voice. To sing what's true. To choose freedom over fear.  We’ll talk about: -Why your voice catches when you try to say or sing something real -The emotional + spiritual blocks behind creative silence -Why truth is the medicine — and your voice is the instrument -The illusion of safety in silence — and the cost of staying quiet -Why singing is a daily act of liberation -A gentle vocal prompt + journaling practice to open your voice again You don’t have to be fearless. You just have to be willing. This is your invitation to courageously use your voice to set yourself free. <3 Lainey Next Steps: Become an Insider & Join the Newsletter: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Feeling creatively blocked or disconnected from your voice?    You're not alone.   In this episode, we explore how to move through creative blocks with compassion so you can start singing again with confidence and authenticity. You'll learn gentle, practical ways to reconnect with your voice and start expressing yourself freely ~ without judgment.   Whether you’ve taken a long break from singing or you're struggling with self-doubt, this is your invitation to begin again.     Your voice isn’t gone — it’s waiting.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps:   Write to me: [email protected] Visit the website: reawakenyourvoice.com Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider 

If you’re anything like me, you just feel better when you’re singing.     When you make music a part of your life and prioritize your creativity, there is a certain energy, a certain spark that permeates all aspects of your life and enhances your overall well-being.     But it’s just harder than it used to be to set aside time for making music, singing, songwriting, practicing your craft.  So what can you do?   Here are 4 tips that you can implement now to help you make creativity a priority ~ so you can start singing again and finally give your music the time and dedication it deserves.     Because in getting back to singing ~ you’re getting back to YOU.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Become a Reawaken Your Voice Insider and Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Have you been trying to match your voice to what you’re hearing when singing along with other voices?  Do you find yourself trying to sound like a certain artist when singing along with their music?     Imitation is a helpful tool, and yet there is a need for balance between trying to match good vocal production and finding your own unique sound.  So how do you find your OWN voice?  How do you discover your personal artistry and creative expression along the vocal journey?   In today’s episode, I’ll share with you 3 ways you can explore your voice, experiment with your sound, and play with imitation so you can ultimately discover what makes your voice unique and what makes your individual expression yours alone.     So if you’re ready to express yourself through your singing voice with your own creative style, then let’s dive in.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Do you ever doubt your abilities as a singer?   If you’ve ever struggled with feelings of inadequacy, insecurity, fear and self-doubt, you’re not alone.  It is all too common to feel like a fraud when you’re sharing your voice and stepping out as a vocalist in any capacity, whether as a performer on stage, using your voice as a healing instrument, recording in the studio, singing at an open mic for an audience or sharing your music online.     Perhaps you’re afraid of being “found out,” as if you don’t belong or just aren’t good enough to be making music.   No matter what your musical background is or isn’t ~ wherever you fall on the spectrum of experience ~ if you find yourself doubting your abilities, you may suffer from the dreaded “imposter syndrome.”    In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing with you the truth about this psychological phenomenon and how we can navigate through it as vocalists so that we can keep singing, keep creating, keep making music.     Because your voice is meant to be heard.     Even if you keep hearing the echo of that internal monologue telling you otherwise.     Here’s how to move past the noise and into harmony with your identity as a vocalist / musician / singer / songwriter.   <3 Lainey    Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Did something shake your confidence as a singer and you’re trying to get it back? Do you find yourself holding back because you’re not confident in your sound? Do you wish you had the confidence to share your voice?   Whether you’ve never felt confident in your voice or you once had confidence and it took a hit, today’s episode will teach you how to grow your confidence in your singing voice.   I’ll be sharing with you what I believe to be the key to growing your confidence in your singing voice, and that is:   Creating your very own “Singer’s Toolkit.”  We’ll talk about what that is, why it’s important, what’s in it and how it can help you grow your confidence in your singing voice so you can express yourself freely as a singer.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/insider Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

When you’re out of practice, it can be hard to bring yourself to get back into the flow of practicing and singing again.    Chances are, you’re in your head about what your voice will sound like, dreading the judgment you’ll face from yourself when you open your mouth to sing for the first time in a long time.   Before you even think about which vocal warm up exercises to use or which vocalises to start with, you’re stuck in the paralysis of self-doubt, judgment, and perfectionism ~ leading to procrastination and resistance and avoidance.   You want singing to FEEL good… but when your voice is rusty, it doesn’t.  It doesn’t feel good.  It feels sluggish and clunky.  But beating yourself up about it doesn’t feel good either.   So if it's been awhile since you last sang and you want to get back into it ~ but without all the negative mind chatter ~ here are 5 truths to remember as you start singing again, so you can walk into your practice session with a clear mind and an open heart.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your voice, you’re not alone.  I’ve been there, too ~ not just once but time and again.  That’s how I’ve honed this process that I’m now sharing with you ~ this process of coming back home to your voice and reconnecting with your creativity so you can get back to singing and making music.     In this episode, I lay out 4 different ways you can start to find your voice again ~ not only through singing but through other forms of creative expression that will lead you back to the song in your heart.     So if you fear you may have lost a part of yourself you can never get back…     If you are wondering if you’ll ever get back to singing again…    If you’re longing to experience the freedom you once felt when singing…   If you’re seeking a pathway back to that ~ this episode is for you.   Your voice isn’t lost.   You can sing again.   Start here. <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Are you wanting to express yourself freely through your singing voice, but feel restricted or confined within a box of ‘shoulds’ and ‘supposed to’s?’   Do you wish you could find your unique sound without feeling stuck in the trap of trying to sound a certain way rather than just being yourself?   Today I want to share with you the greatest vehicle I’ve found for unlocking creative freedom as a singer and songwriter.  And that is ~ vocal improvisation.     If you want to experience the freedom of expression that comes with finding your authentic voice as a singer, then tune in to hear how vocal improvisation can help you get there.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Today we’re talking about what you actually need to make music as a singer songwriter.     Before you are actually out there living the dream ~ whatever form that takes for you, whether it’s singing at a local open mic night or touring with a band or recording your songs or creating for the sake of creating, expressing yourself, or simply making something you’re proud of… these are 3 things you actually need first.   So if you’re ready to take that dream that’s been planted firmly in your heart for as long as you can remember, and swirling around in your head for longer than you’d care to admit ~ and actually take the steps necessary to make it happen… let’s dive in.  <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join the Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Ever stopped yourself from practicing singing because you worry about what the neighbors (or the people who live with you) might think?   Ever found yourself “whisper singing” because you’re afraid of singing full voice? (“What if someone heard me singing?”)   If being heard is something you are yearning for but something you’re afraid of at the same time… you’re not alone.  There is a quote about artists and creatives, attributed to D.W. Winnicott:   "Artists are people driven by the tension between the desire to communicate and the desire to hide.”    Can you relate?  I know I can!   If you’ve ever felt this fear arise in you ~ this fear that someone may hear you singing ~ and you’ve let it stop you from unleashing the full power of your instrument, this episode is for you.   I’ll share with you my own perspective, as well as 10 reasons why you should SING ANYWAY.     If you want to be able to express yourself freely through your singing voice without worrying about what others may think ~ tune in for some encouragement to let go and free your voice. <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Join my Email List: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

Today we’re breaking down the key components of a creative singing practice that will support your vocal and artistic development as a singer songwriter.   I want you to LOVE your singing practice.  I want you to feel lit up when you go to warm up your voice and sing through your songs, so we’re weaving in our signature dose of creativity and PLAY as I walk you through a typical practice session.   This episode is going to take the guesswork out of the process so that when you go to sing, you know where to begin, how to move through the process of warming up your voice, and what to focus on as you work on your music and practice singing through your songs.     Join me inside as I guide you through a simple series of steps that lead to a creative, productive, inspiring singing practice that supports your desired outcomes, your dreams, your goals and creative projects as a singer and songwriter. <3 Lainey Related Episodes: 56 | Can’t Find Time to Sing? My Method for Cultivating a Creative Singing Practice That Works for YOU   60 | “Why is it So Hard to Make Myself Sing?” The Real Enemy of Creativity & What to Do About It   Next Steps:   Join the email list: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email Me: [email protected]

Does it ever feel like pulling teeth when you go to practice singing?   Do you go out of your way to find anything and everything else to do EXCEPT actually sing?   What is this repelling force that we come up against as artists whenever we're faced with actually doing the work of our craft?   If you've ever struggled with "making" yourself sing, then you know all about today's topic.  We're shining a light on the real enemy of creativity to identify what's really stopping you from singing, making music, creating, writing songs, and doing what you love.     When you learn the truth about this force of nature and what it takes to overcome it, you can finally get to doing the work necessary to become the artist and singer songwriter you were designed to be.   <3 Lainey   Next Steps:   I want to hear from YOU, dear artist! Email me with questions and topic requests to have yours featured on a future episode: [email protected]   Become an insider and join my email list: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop

Vocal technique isn’t everything.     Vocal warm ups and exercises and drills aren’t everything.     Hitting all the right notes with the most beautiful tone quality and with the most well-coordinated breath support isn’t everything.     Vocal technique is just one piece of the puzzle.  That’s why in this episode, I’m going deep into why it’s so important to nurture the WHOLE voice, the WHOLE instrument, and that includes YOU, dear artist, as the human being behind the voice.   Sure, I can teach you proper vocal technique.  I can show you how to improve your overall tone quality and manage your breath and navigate your full vocal range with resonance and beauty.   But I’d be neglecting the other parts of your instrument if I didn’t address what makes you a human being, an artist, a creative, living, breathing soul with so many other moving pieces and parts.   You are not your voice.  You are so much more.   These are the 4 parts of YOU, the WHOLE artist, that are essential to finding your voice as a singer, a songwriter, and a creative human being.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected]

Do you worry about how your creative work will be interpreted or what other people will think of the songs you write?  If so, you’re not alone.     These questions arise in artists of all kinds:    Will I be misunderstood?   Will it hurt someone?   Will people judge me?   Will they misinterpret what I was trying to say? Is it too much? Not enough?      It’s a very vulnerable act to express yourself in your song lyrics and tell a story that may be very personal.     I know these worries intimately because I’ve had them all myself… until I finally realized and embraced these 4 truths about being an artist.     If you want to not only write songs, but also express yourself freely, share your music, and sing those songs for others, then listen up ~ this episode will help you release the fear of being misunderstood and embrace these truths about creative, artistic expression.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Watch the Free Workshop: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected] Work with Lainey: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching

Are you a singer who wants to write songs and make your own music, but you don’t play an instrument?  Maybe you’re feeling held back by your minimal or lack of instrumental skills and musical knowledge ~ but singing & songwriting just keep calling your name.     I know the idea of learning yet another new thing can sometimes feel like too much… and maybe you JUST want to sing…    So in today’s episode, I want to encourage you and lay out the case for picking up an instrument and giving it a try… whether for the first time, or for the first time in a long time… brushing off the dust and giving it a fresh chance.     Here are 4 reasons why you should learn a musical instrument and how to begin with ease.   <3 Lainey Next Steps:   Watch the Free Workshop: reawakenyourvoice.com/workshop Visit the Website: reawakenyourvoice.com Email: [email protected] Work with Lainey: reawakenyourvoice.com/coaching