Discovering Joy: Jessie Nelson's Creative Exploration on her Journey to Authenticity

Join Diane Schroeder, host of The Fire Inside Her, as she delves into a captivating conversation with the extraordinary musician and drummer, Jessie Nelson. In this episode, they explore Jessie's incredible journey to authenticity and her unwavering commitment to her craft. Discover how Jessie's decision to create more capacity in her life led to a transformative shift and a laser focus on drumming. But that's not all! Diane and Jessie also shed light on the challenges faced by female drummers in a highly competitive industry, emphasizing the power of collaboration over competition. Tune in as they discuss the importance of setting boundaries, letting go of toxic relationships, and learning to prioritize self-worth. With Jessie's inspiring mantra, Diane's insightful commentary, and plenty of thought-provoking moments, this episode will leave you feeling motivated to believe in yourself and not settle for anything less than you deserve. Get ready to stoke the fire inside you!

Jessie Nelson is a cultural innovator and music industry veteran. She's currently is and has been a professional drummer for 15 years, Ace Hotel New York DJ for five years, a former music journalist with the Village Voice and other national publications and an arts high school substitute teacher working with Art and Design, Laguardia and Stuyvesant here in New York City. She's currently paving her way to get into UI / UX and Web Design to ultimately freelance the tech and play pro gigs at night. Her mantra "Believe in yourself more than the world will and don't ever listen to no" keeps her on her game all the time.