This week on "Coursen’s Corner", Spencer Coursen is joined by indie artist Ciarara Elaine, who takes us deep into the making of her debut EP "Uncovered". From childhood piano playing to emotionally raw songwriting, Ciarara opens up about her journey, including what it means to be truly authentic in an industry that rewards perfection.

Together, they talk about:

- Writing songs from emotional wounds

- The realities of Nashville’s music scene

- Navigating burnout and parasocial fame

- Self-regulation and somatic tools for artists

- Creating sustainable careers on your own terms

Listen to Ciarara's debut EP Uncovered on Spotify and Apple Music.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/15gV8gIUFCiaDBPB6BxpIr?si=TXuQl-1sQAyttF3PM_3BAQ

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ciarara/1809021291

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 06:11] – Intro & first EP release emotions

- [06:11 - 12:22] – Creative confidence and raw artistry

- [12:22 - 18:33] – Musical roots and teaching herself piano & guitar

- [18:33 - 24:44] – Songwriting evolution and emotional depth

- [24:44 - 30:55] – Inspiration, the muse, and internal downloads

- [30:55 - 37:06] – Influences behind "Uncovered"

- [37:06 - 43:17] – Intentional track listing explained

- [43:17 - 49:29] – Performance burnout in Nashville

- [49:29 - 55:40] – Music as self-reflection & therapy

- [55:40 - 1:01:51] – Fame, the nervous system & safety

- [1:01:51 - 1:08:02] – Somatics, embodiment & regulation

- [1:08:02 - 1:14:13] – Relearning healing tools in real-time

- [1:14:13 - 1:20:24] – Creative sustainability & content fatigue

- [1:20:24 - 1:26:35] – Slowing down & redefining success

- [1:26:35 - 1:32:47] – Final takeaways: alignment over attention

Links & Resources:

Patreon: https://patreon.com/ciararacreates?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciarara_creates/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ciarara_creates

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ciarara_creates

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