But if we can, in those tender moments, remind ourselves of the bigger picture, our greater strength and the inner vision we serve… and moment by moment, inch by inch, give ourselves permission to change our physical state, take the time to fake it ‘til we make it… and through those breaths of courage, science supports and data proves that we will find ourselves stronger, more confident, and presenting better.
Category: Performance Mind-Set
Your Emotions Are a Gift: 9 Ways to Make Them Work for You
We blame them on the moon, food, past lives, the devil, God, our childhood, our family, relationships, circumstances…but one thing is for sure… emotions happen… are you ready?
Singing Lessons: Let Your Sound Feed You
If you are a giver and feeling a bit unbalanced in life and in your vocal production, try the idea of letting your sound feed and nurture you first – giving from this place may help you take the first steps to returning to healthy giving and healthy singing.
What’s In Your “Singing” Safety Deposit Box? – Singer’s Mind-Set Activity
Who is important to you? What do you hold valuable? What would you put in your safe deposit box? Last weekend, I traveled to Oregon to handle some details involving my mom’s estate. Mom passed away last month, and as the executor, one of my duties is closing bank accounts and […]
How Understanding Your Giving Philosophy May Help You Perform Better
We often talk about the “gift of song” and this week I realized how closely my gift-giving philosophy and my giving-of-song philosophy were related. I discovered some interesting things – some I liked… others need some revision.
How we live is how we sing and I found this area to be no exception. Join me as we take a look a giving in our lives and in our music…
Masterclass Podcast: Interview with Dr. Gwen Overland – Singer, Director, Instructor and Mind-Set Master!
Welcome to the Rejoice In Your Voice™ Masterclass Podcast, where I interview industry professionals, asking important questions of conductors, agents, singers, coaches, teachers, and directors, sharing powerful knowledge to help you craft your path to performing success! I want you to have the thriving singer’s life you deserve! This month, I […]
Break Through Singing Fear with this Complete Character Analysis Worksheet
Do you struggle with performance nerves? Do you want to make a deeper connection with the audience? Download my free character analysis, fill out the worksheet, and take your performance to a new level.
Nurture Well-Being in Your Creative Life with This Powerful List
Click on the above video to the introduction to this blog post… Nurturing well-being in your creative life may lead to wonderful side effects, like feeling a sense of clarity, purpose, support, faith, inspiration, joy, even having more physical energy. While today I take conscious steps to support myself through daily practices, this […]
Your Voice – What is it trying to tell you?
Are you bringing gentle awareness to your unique, sensitive, and vulnerable instrument? What key is your voice offering to you that will unlock the next door to self discovery?
7 Steps To An Inspiring Singing Space
The idea of vocal space, physical and environmental, is significant. Today let’s dive into our physical environment… What if you had a designated spot to practice? A place that when you were working, it gave you a deeper sense of purpose and passion? Here are 7 steps to help you create a space that inspires you!