"Tune in for a deep conversation about creativity, psychology, and artistic growth!"

What happens when your creativity starts to shine — and fear shows up at the same time? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Deborah Henson-Conant and Kathleen Wiley dive into the “Fear of Shining” — the vulnerability that comes with being seen and heard as a creative being.

They explore how early experiences of shame, rejection, or criticism can make us hesitate when we start to express ourselves. Through honest stories and deep insight, they talk about the ways people can learn to embrace their light, navigate moments of self-doubt, and recognize the difference between harmful and supportive relationships.

This conversation highlights the importance of community, connection, and creative courage — and how shining doesn’t mean being perfect, but being real.

Each episode in this series explores a core principle of Deborah’s “Strings of Passion” framework: Impulse, Structure, Character, Roles, Practice(s), Deconstruction, and Lift-Off — the same framework at the heart of her 10-week creativity program.

Whether you’re just beginning your creative journey or returning to your voice, this episode will remind you: your light is worth sharing.

Disclaimer: "There may be minor audio dropouts in this episode, but the conversation is clear and deeply engaging."

"Tune in for a deep conversation about creativity, psychology, and artistic growth!"

How do the words "should," "must," and "ought to" shape — or limit — our creativity and self-expression? In this powerful episode of Jung at Harp, Deborah Henson-Conant and Kathleen Wiley explore how these words create inner pressure and judgment that can block our creative flow.

They reflect on the impact of internal expectations, how language influences our behavior, and why embracing our beginner selves is essential for growth. Through stories, musical metaphors, and personal insights, they reveal how to move from judgment to self-acceptance, and how to let go of perfectionism to find joy and freedom in creative expression.

This episode invites you to stake a claim in your own value, let go of rigid expectations, and embrace the messy, beautiful process of becoming whole—whether through music, conversation, or everyday life.

Disclaimer: "There may be minor audio dropouts in this episode, but the conversation is clear and deeply engaging."

"Tune in for a deep conversation about creativity, psychology, and artistic growth!"

What does it really mean to be grounded in your creative process? In this episode of Jung at Harp, Deborah Henson-Conant and Kathleen Wiley explore how grounding, emotional resonance, and musical structure can help artists reconnect with their inner voice.

They talk about perfectionism, inner critics, and self-reflection—and how tools like the blues form and mindful music-making can bring us back to our center. From body awareness to musical analogies, this episode invites artists to explore their “downbeat”—the rhythm that keeps them centered while life and creativity move around them.

Whether you’re a musician, teacher, or creative explorer, this conversation will inspire you to create from a place of authenticity and emotional truth.

Disclaimer: This episode includes minor audio dropouts, but the conversation remains powerful and insightful.