I arrived for the Alchemy Bowl Crystal Meditation this past Wednesday a Soulful Awakenings in Belmar and I brought along two of my close girlfriends. We got comfortable and after a guided meditation listened to the bowls sing for sixty five minutes. Words cannot describe what happens for everyone individually during this time but from a scientific standpoint I would note that these bowls have an effect on a cellular level. The repair that is taking place is of the emotional sort. You are centering yourself in a whole new way, and although this is only my third time, I know I am hooked.
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Driving home from work feeling extremely joyful and powerful and blessed. It's taken me a long time to realize that having experienced the ultimate example of heartache in losing my father so young, I am fearless about those I love and our mortality. I am so keenly acute to the growth and learning experience that was forced upon me. It makes all the other heartbreak and experiences in my present day fail in comparison. Everything can be put into perspective and every negative experience in my life is welcome - I know the value in each sorrowful moment. I wouldn't be who I was today, strive to do what I love and sing with emotion the way that I do if it weren't for the hardships I have encountered. I love to love things and I have the ability to dive head first into any and everything I chose because I know that even from the worst comes better. Thinking of the "big picture" and living a life that feeds your soul is not something that happens just by choice- sometimes it takes a push or a powerful experience to encourage this type of vision. Luckily for me, I've lived most of my life unknowingly driven and shaped by things others may pity themselves over. I love without regret, I love without conditions, and learn from each mistake. There's no feeling in the world that hasn't been put into a song. I can't wait to share my story through music and continue to grow and change. I'm excited about my future and I am aware of how blessed I am being able to put my toes in sand, dive into the Atlantic, sing and play with children, and share a love and loss within me through music. When you feel like you deserve the best, somehow the world magically places you where you need to be and who you need to be with. Only with a love like this for ourselves can we truly know the joy of living. That's all I've got for now. Time to pick up some buds and catch another's band. Don't be afraid to jump, you're better off if you don't land on your feet :) I''m proud of myself. For everything I have to still do, I am enjoying the journey I have begun. I feel lucky to surround myself everyday with new faces that are vibrant and musical, driven and a bit off center. Those who are putting themselves out there and making the most of this life through expression and creative endeavors. I am someone )(like most) who can get so caught up in the day-to-day I can forget to see the bigger picture. I have done quite a bit, and have big plans... Nothing happens overnight, but looking back on the past year, everything has changed.
Sometimes, things happen in our lives that throw us off balance... Sometimes people come into our lives that can throw us off course. I''ve found over time that the greatest love I'll ever find has to come from within... It has to start with me. I felt like I was in a pretty good place when I let someone in. I just wasn't prepared or privy to the amount of sacrifice it would take to share the dream, and the truth is that I am painfully aware of all the commitment I will need to make to become the artist I aspire to be. There's nothing simple about giving yourself to another if you're unsure of who you are in your depths. I think it takes courage to peel back your layers and be real with who you are. Some of us can, and some of us cannot. It takes a strong person to commit to self-discovery and a strong spirit to ensue change. I have been writing. I have been working with the band to create some new music that I can channel my voice into. I have avidly been seeking out people and places and environments that inspire me and redirect my purpose. and I am finally having the types of conversations that fuel me and make me feel like the people I have come to love and I, we are all in this together. I recently attended a great girlfriend of mine's album release party. It was a beautiful evening of poetry and musical performances as the sun set down at this little outdoor venue. For the first time, I was given the opportunity to play and sing original music I had written and it felt amazing. This is the life I want, this is the community where I feel celebrated, and where I want to be. I may never own a thing, but I can't afford to compromise on what makes me feel the most. To all my beautiful friends and family ,old and new, thank you for sharing your love with me and thank you for your insights and inspiration. To my late grandmother, who's transition has reminded me of the fragility of life and how short it truly is, my love for you will never fade. JC Many moons ago, I embarked on a journey to be a healthier version of myself and after a year of trial and error, ups and downs, and periods where I regressed, I have come to a place where I feel confident sharing some of this journey with those of you on your own journey toward a healthier, happier, you!
I should start by saying that this month marks my one year being gluten free :) Although it has proved to be quite the challenge, especially for someone who as a child insisted on being called "Brownie" and was dubbed the "Junk Food Queen" by her own family, the benefits far outweigh my occasional staring contest with a basket of buffalo soaked wings or a piece of ice cream cake or a big ole' slice of chicken parm pizza. With that said, I am aware that the mental clarity and the ability to garner an invaluable amount of information on all different areas of health and overall wellness has and continues to change my whole world for the better. Organic, a lifestyle of enlightenment. No fad and no simple feat, to adopt an organic diet and an organic lifestyle is costly and time consuming but how can I not invest in the vehicle that allots me the opportunity to walk this earth a little longer? It is my understanding that to love oneself is the absolute greatest gift in this lifetime because we are not only the giver but the recipient of all wonderful things, as well as those in our lives. I share a good portion of my recipes and wellness initiatives via my Instagram @jamiecoppamusic and I am planning on sharing some more detailed recipes in this blog in the future, and I would love you to exchange some of yours as well. Let's motivate one another :) Stay tuned- JC Here are some past posts: Quite a bit has happened since my last post! Things have been moving as usual, lots of opportunity and music related shenanigans. I want to thank everyone who made it out to my show last month at Mexicali! I had a blast and the other performers were such an inspiration.
Where to begin? Me and the boys from Under Pressure have been on the road all over the tri-state the past few months playing some pretty awesome venues.. It's the greatest perk of singing that I'm able to meet such engaging people and hold such extraordinary conversations. Theres nothing quite like a good conversation with a stranger that will keep you smiling for days... I started interning at Lakehouse Music Academy here in Asbury Park which has been an absolute trip. It is the culmination of the things that I love most, music and children. Having the opportunity to watch children aged anywhere from 6months and older jamming and smiling and enjoying life and creating music is an absolute blessing and everyone i'm working alongside are seriously wonderful musicians and people, all great vibes. We have been working hard on my EP, deciding which songs will make the cut and trying to make sure we give you the very best of what we have been able to come up with. I'm really proud of the first single we put out titled "Orion's Belt" written by Alex Alessi and produced by Chris Monsanto. These two have really helped me live out this dream of mine. The next single coming is something totally different! It definitely has a more upbeat pop vibe to it, its catchy and fun. Can't wait to hear what you all think. It's cool because... I'm finding inspiration for my music in all areas of my life. Between my live performances, the children I am spending so much time around, my beautiful town and its gorgeous beach sunrises and sunsets, the music that we are creating for my EP, and even my own advancement when it comes to playing keyboard and guitar, I really cannot get enough... Only good things to come! If you haven't already go ahead and grab my first single of iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/orions-belt-single/id799658206 Much love, JC |