Lauren Minear: Finding Her Voice Through Music and Motherhood
Episode Overview
Lauren's musical journey from Nashville to 'Invisible Woman' Transition from finance to psychotherapy and dedication to songwriting Challenges of motherhood and postpartum depression during the pandemic The transformative power of self-expression and inner work Upcoming work promising to delve into the freedom and fulfillment of the invisible work on oneself
I've recently been saying to people that if there's one thing that I could tell my younger self, it's that nobody knows what they're doing. So like people are making up things as they go along. So that means that you get to make things up too, right?
What happens when a woman juggles motherhood, a career in finance, and a passion for music? Lauren Minear, a singer-songwriter from upstate New York, knows the answer. In this episode of 'Beyond Recovery,' Lauren sits down with host Matt Gardiner to share her incredible journey. Raised in Nashville and a Yale graduate, Lauren’s path took many turns before leading her to release her debut album, 'Invisible Woman,' during the pandemic.
The album dives into the complexities of womanhood and the modern role of mothers, inspired by her own experiences with postpartum depression after having her second child. From the sold-out launch show at Manhattan's Red Room to her work as a psychotherapist, Lauren’s story is one of resilience and transformation. She opens up about the challenges she faced and how she used music as a form of self-expression and healing.
Her candid discussion on the podcast sheds light on the often unseen struggles of motherhood and the power of inner work. Whether you’re navigating your own journey or supporting someone else, Lauren’s story is a beacon of hope and inspiration. Tune in to hear how she turned her trials into triumphs and found her authentic voice through music.