Writing and Purpose

Writing a blog and putting honest thoughts to page on a very public platform allows others to have a glimpse of who I am. I know this is daunting but this opportunity to reach out to kindred souls and find that special connection outweighs by far the fear of putting myself out there for the world to scrutinize and criticize. With the power of words, I can tell stories that allow myself and others to either escape from reality or lean into it.

This is really not unlike how it is in my life as a performer. Singing is a form of self-expression that makes me forget about everything else and yet it makes me remember. The only difference is that in this space, I live and write these words.

When I share bits of life, my thoughts, my truths, I’m stripped of my security blanket of music swirling around me. In here it’s just me and my voice. Naked as it makes me feel, it is necessary.

Writing helps me process things and is cathartic. It is a way for me to organize my mind.

Writing reminds me of my humanity and grounds me. It is a way to not allow myself to jump ship, get lost in the shuffle, or lose myself to those who want to confine me to a box, especially in my industry where one is constantly judged. A sanitized version of myself will never be good for my career, no matter what anyone says.

Through my writing, I leave a part of me with you. Hopefully, knowing these things about me will add another layer of interest if/when you see me perform!

I'm constantly growing and learning how to live my best life while being a good human and doing my part in making the world a better, safer place for all. My hope is that through this site, I'll be able to connect with kindred souls who are either on a similar journey or resonating with them in some way. Although these are my words, they can very well be your stories, too.  Tell me something about yourself, and if you have a blog, link it here so I may check it out and get to know you.