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Celebrating Music

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026Jensperspectiveblog Leave a comment

Of all the ways we interact with music, the playlist stands as one of the most personal and powerful. It is a modern-day mixtape, a curated collection that transcends a simple sequence of songs to become a narrative, a mood, or a dedicated soundtrack for a specific moment in time. More than just a convenience feature on streaming platforms, the act of creating a playlist is an act of celebration itself—a way to honor an artist’s entire discography, to commemorate a road trip with friends, or to craft the perfect ambiance for a solitary evening. This digital assemblage allows us to become DJs, archivists, and storytellers, using the universal language of music to express what words alone often cannot.

A well-made playlist can elevate a gathering, provide solace during heartache, fuel a workout, or serve as a personal time capsule, instantly transporting us back to a specific feeling or era. It is how we share our tastes with the world and connect with others through shared sonic journeys. Ultimately, playlists are a testament to music’s enduring role in the human experience, proving that while a single song can be powerful, a thoughtfully assembled collection can create a celebration all its own.

My Collection

  • One Hit Wonders
  • Patriotic
  • Jazz
  • Saxophone
  • Happiness
  • Upsy Daisy
  • Halloween
  • Feeling Good
  • Wedding Favorites
  • Brave
  • Musicals
  • Christmas
  • Movies
  • Meditation
  • Valentines
  • Summer Fun
  • Lucifer Playlist
  • Gratitude
  • Joygerm
  • November
  • Party Playlist
  • The Blues Playlist
  • Vinyl Favorites

Check back often if you like what you hear.  We are always exploring new genres,  and our favorites.  Drop a suggestion in the comments.  Whatever your style turn up the volume and enjoy….

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NATIONAL BRAVE DAY

September 25, 2025August 13, 2025Jensperspectiveblog 2 Comments

On the fourth Friday in September, National BRAVE Day honors women who lift each other up, rescue each other and make each other BRAVE.

Sometimes just a flutter of encouragement comes in the form of timely guidance from another woman. Other times, groups of women provide the energy coordinated, thoughtful efforts for someone in need. Women empowering women.

Despite varied experiences and backgrounds, women come together across generations to support each other. These small tokens come in many forms. For example, a momentary reprieve over a cup of coffee during a hectic day makes all the difference. A well-written letter of recommendation for a job may change the course of a life. These small tokens strengthen a woman who may have undergone unspoken tragedy or struggles.

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The opportunities to empower sisters, friends, family, even a stranger are limitless. National BRAVE Day, seeks out tangible ways to encourage women to keep moving forward and to be BRAVE.

In a world where so many are eager to tear us down let us support one another to new heights.

Here are some of my favorite songs. Turn up the volume and let them carry you into being BRAVE!

NATIONAL BRAVE DAY HISTORY

The Sweetlife Women founded National BRAVE Day in 2017 in honor of their founder, Kaci Stewart. She has been the catalyst for making a difference in women’s lives. By honoring their founder, Sweetlife Women hopes the observance will be a spark of encouragement to women and a reminder to strengthen one another. Sweetlife Women has been in existence for ten years, and they look for ways to make women BRAVE and give help and guidance where needed. Their annual BRAVE Women’s Conference is every September. Find out more by visiting braveconference.cc

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalBRAVEDay

Lift up the life of a woman around you. Show your support by organizing a local movie night for women. Provide gift cards at Christmastime for foster children. Create a fundraiser for a perpetual baby shower. Plan a Valentine’s Day Tea for single mothers. Offer to help edit the resumé of someone you know is seeking a new job. Visit bravefoundation.cc to find out more. Share your ideas and use #NationalBRAVEDay on social media.

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Brave Day Playlist

September 25, 2025April 25, 2026Jensperspectiveblog 2 Comments

The opportunities to empower sisters, friends, family, even a stranger are limitless. National BRAVE Day, seeks out tangible ways to encourage women to keep moving forward and to be BRAVE.

In a world where so many are eager to tear us down let us support one another to new heights.
Brave Sarah Bareilles
Brave
Roar Katy Perry
Roar
I will survive Gloria Gaynor
I will survive Gloria Gaynor
You raise me up celtic woman
You Raise Me Up
Believe Josh Groban
Believe Josh Groban
Run the World (Girls)," by Beyoncé
Run the World (Girls),” by Beyoncé
I'm Every Woman Whitney Houston
I’m Every Woman Whitney Houston
I'm Coming Out," by Diana Ross
I’m Coming Out,” by Diana Ross
You Don't Own Me," by Lesley Gore
You Don’t Own Me,” by Lesley Gore
Respect," by Aretha Franklin
Respect,” by Aretha Franklin
9 to 5," by Dolly Parton
9 to 5,” by Dolly Parton
Girl on Fire," by Alicia Keys
Girl on Fire,” by Alicia Keys
Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)," by Kelly Clarkson
Stronger Kelly Clarkson
This One’s for the Girls," by Martina McBride
This One’s for the Girls,” by Martina McBride
Beautiful
Beautiful
Fighter
Fighter
Think," by Aretha Franklin (Feat. the Blues Brothers)
Think,” by Aretha Franklin (Feat. the Blues Brothers)
Shake It Off," by Taylor Swift
Shake It Off,” by Taylor Swift
Proud Mary," by Tina Turner
Proud Mary,” by Tina Turner
Man, I Feel Like a Woman!," by Shania Twain
Man, I Feel Like a Woman!,” by Shania Twain
Hit Me with Your Best Shot," by Pat Benatar
Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” by Pat Benatar
You Oughta Know,” by Alanis Morissette
You Oughta Know,” by Alanis Morissette
Fight Song," by Rachel Platten
Fight Song,” by Rachel Platten
Unwritten," by Natasha Bedingfield
Unwritten,” by Natasha Bedingfield

So turn up the volume and draw the strength to carry on. No matter the obstacles, as women we not only survive…we thrive!

So sing like no one can hear you, dance like no one is watching, take a break then conquer the world!

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