In this episode, Vicki Atkinson and I are talking with writer and musician, Todd Fulginiti. Our discussion centers around finding creative balance, especially in Todd’s post-Covid life as a musician gig worker.
He talks about grabbing opportunities when they pop up. Because you never know how long the invitations will keep coming. And then the overload that happens when you say “yes” to everything.
We talk through working with the tension between doing too much and taking care of oneself. Todd tells us his conclusion of finding his balance.
We also find out Todd’s “why” for playing music and his creative life. We’ve posted a sneak peek below because it’s so good.
This is a great episode that delves into balance (or lack thereof) in our creative lives. We know you’ll love it!
Search (and subscribe!) for Sharing the Heart of the Matter on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or Pocket Casts OR Listen on Anchor Episode 59: Creative Balance with Todd Fulginiti
Links for this Episode:
Listen on Anchor Episode 59: Creative Balance with Todd Fulginiti
Todd’s Wise & Shine post about creative balance: Is My Problem Age or Stress?
Todd site where you can listen to his latest album and find out more: Todd Fulginiti Music
HoTM podcast about his album release: Episode 38: Jazz on King with Todd Fulginiti
Todd’s Wise and Shine post about the release of his latest album, Jazz on King: My New Album Releases Today!
Todd’s Wise & Shine post about finding his playing style: Why Did I Say That?
From the hosts:
Vicki’s personal blog: Victoria Ponders
Wynne’s personal blog: Surprised by Joy
Vicki’s recently released book: Surviving Sue
Wynne’s book about her beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith
The Heart of the Matter 
Yay about a new episode! I’ll give it a listen 🙂
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Thanks for listening, Dave!
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Todd, Todd, Todd…so much fun. Thanks to you and Wynne for filling my creative tank. 🥰
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Thanks to you and Wynne for having me! 🙂
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Filling the creative tank – what a great way to put it!
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🥰🥰🥰
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The topic of balance, one we have all thought about, makes me think of a topic less discussed. I imagine there is an argument to be made for imbalance as a chosen way of living. On the other hand, we might already have more than enough of that.
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Hmm, such an interesting point, Dr. Stein. Maybe we have had more than enough of that.
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Love the dichotomy Todd sets up in your sample clip. I need some balance this week so this is a timely topic. I can’t wait to listen. Thanks for reading my thoughts Wynne and Vicki.
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Ah, this is the perfect clip to follow your example of academic topics enlivened by personal stories. So good! Thanks for listening!
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Aww, thanks Wynne!
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balance in everything is an acquired skill
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For sure!
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Todd said that he sometimes pushes himself, overbooks gigs, and then loses sight of the reason why he does it-to help others destress. Downtime and loneliness jar him back to his passion-a true musician! 🙂
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So well said, Nancy! Thank you so much for listening!
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Brilliant episode. That constant struggle between wanting to do it all and wanting to be intentional is so real. Thanks for this!
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The struggle is real – well said, Michelle!
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Thanks you three for providing some great life guidelines!
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Thank you, Mary!!
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