From Drums to Dharma: Clementine Moss on Rhythm, Meditation & Inner Joy | 157

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In this soul awakening episode of Manders Mindset, host Amanda Russo welcomes Clementine Moss, founding drummer of the Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella, solo artist, author, and certified spiritual counselor. Clementine shares how her unexpected path into music at age 27 unlocked a deeper connection to joy, breath, and presence and how the drum kit became a gateway to spiritual discovery.

Listeners are invited into a conversation about the intersections of rhythm and mindfulness, the power of silent retreats, and how Clementine’s journey from literary ambition to stage performer ultimately led her to a more grounded, awakened life. This episode offers a powerful reminder that transformation doesn’t follow a timeline and that curiosity, breath, and self-trust can guide anyone to their most aligned path.

🎙️ In this episode, listeners will discover:

🥁 How Clementine discovered drumming in her late twenties with zero formal background
 🧘‍♀️ The life-altering insights from 10-day silent meditation retreats
 📚 How literature and psychedelics sparked early spiritual curiosity
 🎤 The link between meditation, rhythm, and inner stillness
 🌟 A new perspective on imposter syndrome, self-judgment, and creativity
 💭 How thought awareness, not control, is the real key to healing
 📖 The inspiration behind her memoir From Bonham to Buddha and Back

⏰ Timeline Summary:

[0:00] Introduction to Clementine Moss and her multi-faceted journey
 [3:20] Rediscovering joy through meditation and childhood reflection
 [10:10] Growing up as a bookworm and curious learner
 [14:45] Bartending in NYC, picking up drums, and choosing passion
 [20:30] Silent meditation, internal voices, and the start of spiritual practice
 [30:15] Playing drums as a form of meditation and embodied presence
 [40:00] Navigating imposter syndrome as a late-blooming musician
 [47:10] Her memoir’s message of integrating mindfulness into daily life
 [52:25] Becoming a certified spiritual counselor and healer
 [1:00:05] Releasing ambition and embracing gratitude as a way of being

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