Songwriting As Self-Expression: Shannan Copland's Journey From Self-Doubt To Embracing Her Voice A World of Difference

Does this sound familiar? Have you ever felt the pressure of unrealistic expectations weighing you down, leaving you questioning your worth? It's a struggle many of us face, especially as women, and it can be incredibly disheartening. But what if there was a way to break free from the cycle and embrace your true self-worth? Let's dive into how embracing individuality and self-worth through empowering messages in music can transform your life.My special guest is Shannan CoplandShannan Copland (https://www.shannancopland.com/), an indie pop artist based in Portland, Oregon, is recognized for her impactful and relatable music as a singer/songwriter. Born and raised in the SF Bay Area, California, she studied music from a young age, with a strong foundation in piano and vocal training. Collaborating with musicians and educators globally, including ones in Norway, Italy, and Portugal, has enriched her musical style with diverse cultural influences. With a love for piano and voice, she involved herself in every musical opportunity available and her passion for songwriting ignited during her teenage years. After high school, Shannan toured the United States with a group singing in schools and also performed in a theater. Her upcoming release "Enough" is poised to further empower women by promoting self-worth and authenticity. Shannan's music contains powerful messages that resonate with audiences, offering a source of strength and self-acceptance, particularly for women navigating their unique journeys.Shannan and her husband spent the first decade of their marriage mostly living abroad in Portugal and Italy where they started a non-profit organization together. Working with talented musicians, artists and individuals from around the globe combined with her experiences living abroad have influenced her perspectives on life and the world around her which also reflect in her songwriting. Now, as she releases her own music, Shannan hopes to encourage, inspire, and provoke deeper thought through her music for listeners.Her newest single “Enough” releases on April 12 and serves as the underlying anthem of much of her music. With its driving pop rock beat, “Enough” inspires listeners to be their authentic selves, reject image management, and not let other’s opinions or standards hold them back from achieving their aspirations."You are enough. The world may think otherwise of you, but it doesn't matter. Their opinions do not change your worth. Stand in that worth." - Shannan CoplandIn this episode, you will be able to:* Discover how Shannan Copland's indie pop music inspires self-acceptance and empowerment for women.* Explore the profound impact of music on boosting self-worth and confidence for women.* Uncover the creative songwriting process and inspirational sources behind empowering music for women.* Understand the diverse cultural perspectives on modesty and beauty and their influence on harmful expectations for women.* Embrace the empowering messages in Shannan's music that uplift and empower women to embrace their individuality and worth.* Uncover Shannan's Inspirational Songwriting ProcessShannan Copland's songwriting process stems from personal experiences and challenges societal expectations, offering a reflective and empowering narrative. Her music reflects her journey of self-discovery and the transformative power of embracing individual differences. By sharing her vulnerabilities and struggles, Copland connects with her audience on a profound level and inspires them to embrace their worth through her empowering messages.The resources mentioned in this episode are:* Sign up for Shannan Copland's newsletter on her website,