This workshop explores how arts training can burn us out or zap our creativity. We’ll explore some ideas for staying joyful as we study or teach our art form, like naming and claiming your creative impulse, finding your tribe, and more.

Why is mindfulness important for artists? Is it possible to build a sustainable career in music without burning out? Learn more about using mindfulness meditation and other practical tools to manage stress and prioritize self-care through this interactive workshop.

This workshop helps participants build awareness and understanding of positive and negative thought patterns. You will learn more about encouraging self-compassion and work to adjust your mindset to lead to more supportive and productive self-talk.

This workshop explores the basics of coaching and how it can be a catalyst for positive change for musicians. Participants will learn exercises that help identify and harness their values to develop positive habits and effectiveness.

John Dewey famously said “We don’t learn by experience; we learn by reflecting on experience.” Join us for workshop on the power of personal reflection as we look back on the current semester and look forward to all that is ahead.

Explore how naming and claiming your own unique “why” of music can help you craft a sustainable creative practice.