Protecting Your Energy as a Performing Artist
From Harbour for the Arts by Bridgette Cooper
January 13, 2026 · 13 min · Episode 96
About this episode
Bridgette Cooper discusses the importance of protecting one's energy as a performing artist during the demanding December season.
In this episode of Harbor for the Arts, host Bridgette Cooper discusses the importance of protecting one's energy as a performing artist, especially during the demanding December season. She emphasizes the need for rest, setting boundaries, and creating a sustainable singing career that honors personal well-being and artistic integrity. The conversation encourages artists to reflect on their successes, learn to say no without guilt, and prioritize their health and happiness in their artistic journeys.
People in this episode
Host: Bridgette Cooper
Topics covered
- energy protection
- performing arts
- artist well-being
- boundaries
- sustainable career
Keywords
- performing artist
- energy protection
- rest
- boundaries
- artistic integrity
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