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08/13/2026

Coming Monday, August 17th!
I am so excited to share my upcoming podcast conversation with Craig Stasio, DPT.
Craig has such a fascinating way of looking at the body, and this conversation is the perfect lead-in to his upcoming guest presentation for The Vocal Resilience Academy:
Reading the Ribcage Through the Palate
Wednesday, September 2nd
12:00 PM ET | Live on Zoom
I have had the opportunity to learn from Craig before, and I can genuinely say: you do not want to miss this class. The information is phenomenal and will completely expand the way you think about the relationship between the palate, ribcage, breathing, and the rest of the body.
šŸŽ§ Podcast releases Monday, August 17th
āœØ Guest presentation Wednesday, September 2nd at 12 PM ET
Come listen, learn, and then join us for the deeper dive!

08/10/2026

Breath and movement become even more connected in Variation 2.
We begin with the same Cyclical Sigh (Physiological Sigh)ā€”two gentle inhales followed by a long, relaxed sighing exhale.
This time, however, the movement changes.
As you sigh out, gently press your hands forward, as if releasing tension or creating space. On the next two inhales, draw your hands back toward your chest, allowing the breath to gather and expand. Then, with your next sighing exhale, sweep your hands downward, inviting your body to soften and settle.
This simple sequence encourages coordination between your breath, movement, and nervous system. Rather than forcing relaxation, it creates the opportunity for your body to naturally regulate itself.
Try 3ā€“5 slow repetitions, letting the breath lead each movement. Stay relaxed through your jaw, tongue, neck, and shoulders, and notice how your body responds.
Save this reel for the next time you need a gentle reset, and let me know how it feels in the comments.

08/09/2026

Iā€™ve been wondering about something...
How many performers, artists, and creative people consider themselves highly sensitive?
Over the years, Iā€™ve noticed that so many of the incredible people I work with are deeply perceptive. They notice the smallest details, feel emotions intensely, connect deeply with others, and often experience the world in ways that seem amplified.
Is that part of what makes someone an artist?
Or does being an artist simply create a space where highly sensitive people feel at home?
I honestly donā€™t know the answer... but Iā€™m curious.
Do you identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)?ā€ØAre you a performer, singer, actor, musician, dancer, or other creative?
Let me know in the comments Or tell me a little about your experience.
Iā€™m genuinely curious to see how many of us are out there.

08/08/2026

Sometimes the simplest breath can have the biggest impact.
This is Qi Gong Variation 1, paired with the Cyclical Sigh (Physiological Sigh)ā€”a breathing strategy that can help reduce stress, improve carbon dioxide regulation, and encourage a return to a calmer, more regulated state.
The gentle movement invites your body to soften while the breath creates space for your nervous system to settle. Together, they can help you reconnect with your body, your breath, and your voice.
Try 3ā€“5 repetitions, moving slowly and without force. Let your breath guide the movement rather than the other way around.
Save this reel for the next time you need a moment to reset, and let me know how it feels in the comments.

08/07/2026

Who says all singing has to happen on the exhale? šŸ˜
One of my favorite things to do is play with the voice, and ingressive singing is one of those wonderfully weird ways to explore.
In this reel, Iā€™m sharing 6 steps to help you try it for yourself.
Is it unusual? Yep.
Do beatboxers and vocal percussionists use ingressive sounds all the time? Absolutely.
The voice is capable of so much more than we often give it credit for, and sometimes the best way to learn is to get a little curious, make some strange sounds, and see what happens.
Go play. Let me know how it goes... and donā€™t blame me if you canā€™t stop experimenting. šŸ˜‰

08/06/2026

What if breathing in could create sound?
This week Iā€™ve been sharing a few playful explorations with ingressive phonationā€”making sound on the inhale. If youā€™ve been curious after seeing my recent reel (and stay tuned for tomorrowā€™s step-by-step tutorial!), this Throwback Thursday episode is the perfect place to dive deeper.
In this conversation with the wonderful Amanda DeBoer Barlett, we explore the science, artistry, and possibilities of ingressive singing. We discuss why these sounds arenā€™t just novel or ā€œfun tricks,ā€ but how they can become valuable tools for coordination, creativity, vocal exploration, and understanding the incredible adaptability of the human voice.
One of my favorite parts of this work is discovering that there isnā€™t just one way to create sound. The voice is capable of far more than we often give it credit for.
Have a listen to this episode on The Visceral Voice Podcast, available on all streaming platforms.
And donā€™t miss tomorrowā€™s reel, where Iā€™ll walk you through a few simple steps to begin exploring ingressive singing yourself.

08/05/2026

For more than two years, I havenā€™t taken a bite on the right side of my mouth.
Iā€™ve always struggled to get numb at the dentist. Over the years, Iā€™ve needed as many as seven injections of local anesthetic for dental procedures, and after enough difficult experiences, I kept putting off getting a crown that I really needed.
Yesterday, I finally did it (Thanks Dr Raymond Gozon)!
And this video captures something that probably looks ordinary to everyone else... but felt extraordinary to me. My first bite on the right side in over two years.
Then I heard something fascinating.
Research suggests that some people with natural red hair may require more local anesthetic because of variations in the MC1R gene. It doesnā€™t apply to every redhead, and it certainly isnā€™t the only reason someone may have difficulty getting numb, but it made me pause and wonder if it might explain some of my own experiences.

Iā€™m curious... have you ever heard about the connection between red hair and local anesthetics? And if youā€™re a redhead (or have redheads in your family), have you had a similar experience at the dentist? Iā€™d love to hear your story below.

08/04/2026

A few days ago, I shared my internal dilemma about posting before-and-after videos as a therapist.
I wasnā€™t expecting such a thoughtful conversation.
Many of you shared your perspectives, experiences, and questions. Some of your comments challenged my thinking, while others put words to feelings I hadnā€™t quite been able to express myself.
This reel isnā€™t about having all the answers. Itā€™s about sharing five takeaways that stayed with me after reading your responses.
One of the things I value most about this community is that weā€™re willing to have nuanced conversations. We donā€™t always have to agree, but we can listen, reflect, and continue learning from one another.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to comment. I genuinely appreciated hearing your perspectives, and Iā€™d love to keep the conversation going.

08/02/2026

One of my favorite things to do is play.
Not because I expect to perform this way, but because exploration teaches us so much.
This is ingressive singing... singing while breathing in instead of out. It completely changes the direction of airflow, challenges coordination, and gives me another way to experience how the voice responds.
The more I explore, the more I understand.
I truly believe curiosity is one of the greatest teachers. Sometimes the most valuable discoveries come from trying something simply because you wonder, ā€œWhat happens if...?ā€
So today, I invite you to play. Make a strange sound. Try something new. Be curious about what your voice can do.
You might be surprised by what you learn. āœØ

08/02/2026

One of my favorite parts of working with clients is playing with different cues and visualizations.
Sometimes one simple image can completely change how someone experiences movement and breathing.
Lately, Iā€™ve been experimenting with these: Upper ribs = the shades of a window blind, gently opening and closing.
Lower ribs = an accordion, expanding out to the sides.
Abdominal organs = a collection of balloons, softly changing shape with each breath rather than being pushed or squeezed. I am introducing this concept in my cylinder class launching tomorrow!
None of these are meant to be perfect anatomical representations. Theyā€™re simply tools to help the brain organize movement in a new way.
If one cue doesnā€™t resonate, another one might. Thatā€™s the beauty of movement, breathing, and the human nervous system.
Iā€™d love to know... did any of these visualizations change the way you felt your breath or your ribcage? Let me know what you noticed in the comments!

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