🗣️ “You wake up, the strangle is there, the tightness is back… but you still show up.”

CONTENTS

0:00 // TEASER

0:33 // The Daily Drill (WARMUP)

3:58 // Introduction to The 3 Elements

7:38 // The Vowels

9:51 // 2 DAYS LATER

15:00 // Nasal Resonators

17:25 // Combine All 3 Elements

In today’s Daily Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercise, I faced one of those rough voice days — had to pause mid-session due to vocal tension and polyp sensitivity. But two days later, I came back to finish the drill.

This is what the SD journey looks like sometimes: not perfect, not clean — but consistent.

💡 What’s in this session:

Daily drills for SD: “Nim-Nim” & “Me-Me” sequences

Honest voice struggle mid-video

Restart and finish two days later

Encouragement for staying on track despite setbacks

Whether you're having a good voice day or a tough one, this session is for showing up anyway — because the consistency is the therapy.

🎧 Hosted by: Drew Hanson

🔁 Repetition is power. Come back to this one often.

🎙️ Available on podcast platforms too.

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🗣️ Today’s exercise is one you literally can’t do too much: the straw technique.

This simple but powerful tool helps reduce vocal strain, improve airflow, and restore a more stable sound — making it especially effective for people with Spasmodic Dysphonia, Muscle Tension Dysphonia, or general vocal tension.

In this video, Drew shares a personal take on the exercise using a sentimental whiskey bottle repurposed as a metaphor for recovery — showing how even everyday objects can carry meaning in your vocal journey.

💡 You’ll learn:

Why the straw technique is safe for daily use

How to posture yourself for maximum vocal benefit

Why making your recovery meaningful can boost your mindset

Whether you're recovering from SD, managing vocal fatigue, or just exploring SOVT (semi-occluded vocal tract) exercises, this is a must-know daily vocal drill.

🎙️ Hosted by: Drew Hanson

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🎙️ Join us for a powerful voice coaching session featuring vocal expert Jeff Mathena and a Nashville-based singer working through Spasmodic Dysphonia recovery.

In this session, we explore:

✅ Finding vocal closure in chest and head voice

✅ Vocal exercises like “ooh” and “goo goo goo”

✅ Identifying and softening SD tremors

✅ Real-time improvements in stability and tone

This is a raw and authentic look into the journey of retraining the voice after Spasmodic Dysphonia — with expert insights, progress tracking, and encouragement every step of the way.

💡 Whether you’re a singer, speaker, or someone managing a voice disorder, this session offers hope and actionable tools.

📍 Filmed in Nashville

🧠 Instructor: Jeff Mathena

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💬 Welcome back to our daily Spasmodic Dysphonia vocal drills with Drew Hanson.

In today’s session (June 16th), Drew shares updates on his voice polyp recurrence, recovery journey, and walks you through a complete set of exercises aimed at building vocal strength, clarity, and resonance.

CONTENTS

0:00 // Introduction

2:47 // WARMUPS

2:47 // Warmups

7:12 // The 3 Elements

10:52 // Vowels

15:34 // UPDATE on MESSAGE BOARDS, ETC.

17:01 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)

18:27 // Nasal Resonators

20:25 // Last Exercise! Combine The Elements!

30:50 // Closing

These daily drills include:

Diaphragmatic breathing

Resonator activation (mask technique)

Vowel sustainment (A, E, I, O, U)

Dynamic projection ("You come here", "Fire", "Neigh")

NLP-informed buzz feedback using the Forbrain headset

💡 Whether you're recovering from spasmodic dysphonia, polyps, or vocal fatigue, these exercises are designed to improve placement, power, and quality in your voice.

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Daily Drill – June 9th, 2025

Struggling with Spasmodic Dysphonia spasms? This 30-minute guided routine combines breathing, vocalization, and relaxation techniques to improve voice control.

⏳ Why 30 Minutes?

- Longer sessions allow for progressive warm-ups + deeper muscle engagement.

- Designed for daily practice (commit to 1 week and track changes!).

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CONTENTS

0:00 // Introduction

0:00 // Combine All Three Elements

1:11 // Warmups

5:11 // The 3 Elements

10:59 // Vowels

20:28 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)

22:35 // Nasal Resonators

24:19 // Combine Elements

33:40 // Closing

14:08 // Toe Sucking Isn't The Brag You Think

15:40 // Completed Mad Lib

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DAILY DRILL!! https://youtu.be/tbTcGCLhwFw

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Jeff Mathena OLD SCHOOL https://youtu.be/rRd8ahbAohE

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NEW Jeff Mathena Exercises!! https://youtu.be/qgACI0YJVHo

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DAILY DRILL to start the week!!

0:00 // Introduction

0:00 // Combine All Three Elements

0:38 // Warmups

4:41 // The 3 Elements

8:28 // Vowels

17:02 // Diaphram UP! (Boston Trip)

19:28 // Nasal Resonators

21:30 // Combine Elements

28:27 // Closing

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