Musician burnout, and how it practically broke me down...

Ooook so I’m…sort of back with my podcast? WHO ONLY KNOWS. (That’s half the fun. Heh.)

After reaching absolute burnout last year, I stepped away from a lot of things in order to find my voice again, and remember what I actually love. It has felt like a looonnnng and painful process. But it needed to be done.

Today I talk about the concept of “losing my voice”, dealing with burnout, and some of the things I had no choice but to do, in order to find and reclaim myself again.

Oh, and I’m doing video podcasts, because it seems far more fun than just audio.

Hello! 👋🏾

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The real talk on getting sh*t done as a neurospicy creative.

Ever wondered how I manage being a full-time, professional cellist while navigating the chaos that is ADHD? Well... welcome to the ride 😂 In this episode, I’m literally sat in bed, half-awake, following a bolt of inspiration - because THAT is sometimes the only way anything gets done around here. I’m sharing how I actually run my career when executive dysfunction hits hard, why I’ve got six pairs of headphones (yes, really), how I prep for gigs without frying my brain, and the surprising ways I use AI to help streamline my business - but also where I draw the line. 👀 It’s messy. It’s honest. It’s very me. And maybe, just maybe, it’ll help you feel less alone in figuring your own thing out. 🎧 Hit play, let the pigeons coo in the background, and let’s talk ADHD + cello life. 🎻 Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review - it really helps! Jay x

SUBSCRIBE to my email list and NEVER miss an update! https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1230924/140869275920368929/share 🌍 Jay Émme Wedding & Session Cello: https://jayemme.com for the professional cello performances and wedding music support 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgirlie 📹 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cosmicgirlie for more cello chaos, and creative confidence boosts ❓ More links: https://bio.site/jayemme/ for more goodies!

Spoiler alert… it's not what you'd expect. Ever wondered what a professional cellist’s practice routine really looks like? You might think I’m running scales for hours on end, bowing in front of a metronome 'til I drop… but nope. This one might ruffle a few feathers 😅🎻 In this episode, I’m spilling the full tea on how I actually practice (or don’t). From chaotic schedules to creative bursts, I’m sharing why traditional practice routines don’t work for me – and how I’ve found a rhythm that honours my energy, creativity, and mental well-being. I’ll also chat about my setup, why jamming is a game-changer, and why “practice until you can't get it wrong” is my golden rule. You’ll either feel totally called out… or incredibly seen. Maybe both. 💁🏾‍♀️✨ If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review - it really helps to support and encourage your creative artists! Thanks for listening, Jay x

SUBSCRIBE to my email list and NEVER miss an update! https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1230924/140869275920368929/share 🌍 Jay Émme Wedding & Session Cello: https://jayemme.com for the professional cello performances and wedding music support 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgirlie 📹 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cosmicgirlie for more cello chaos, and creative confidence boosts ❓ More links: https://bio.site/jayemme/ for more goodies!