In this episode of Before We Get There, host Nicholas Braman sits down with Heema Izzati, a young and burgeoning musician with two solo songs on Spotify and a forthcoming EP. Hema discusses her creative process, the shift from perfection to expression, and how she navigates challenges like writer's block and performance nerves. The conversation delves into her journey from classical music to singer-songwriter, the importance of authenticity in her music, and the balance of managing school and a growing music career. Heema also shares insights into the influence of her diverse musical background, the role of audience feedback, and her aspirations for the future. Heema's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heemaizzati/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heemaizzati?_t=ZS-8xSrCnckGYr&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ESHrcgAjNtv4Lkx08ZKOz?si=Eegd4asuQPaFa-U4UsNfnQ Podcast links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2h9gsrWKH9C1KY1OzR12kr?si=2a4d19970632465f      Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-we-get-there/id1775182252 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforewegettherepodcast/   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nicholasbraman Website: https://nicholasbraman.com/before-we-get-there-podcast/    00:00 Introduction to Heema Izzati 01:40 Heema's Creative Process and Writer's Block 05:08 From Classical Music to Songwriting 11:40 Balancing Music and Life22:18 Nerves and Performing 26:12 The TEDx Experience32:13 Balancing Studies, Performing, and Life 42:08 Future Aspirations and Conclusion