In this episode of Country Music Therapy, we explore “Somebody Someday” by Travis Tritt as a classic country music hero’s journey—one that mirrors the winding, uncertain, deeply human paths so many of us walk.

This song isn’t just about success or recognition. It’s about becoming. About waiting, wandering, doubting, hoping, and still believing there’s more ahead—even when the road feels long.

Together, we talk about:

• Why it’s never too late to be or do what you feel called toward

• How not everyone has a single “one thing”—and why that’s not a flaw

• The danger of comparison and chasing someone else’s version of success

• Listening to your inner knowing instead of external expectations

• Carl Jung’s reminder that “We must love the thing we want to change”

• Why you’re already somebody—to someone—even if the world hasn’t noticed yet

This episode is an invitation to step off the timeline you think you’re behind on, release the pressure to “arrive,” and trust the unique story you’re here to write.

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, becoming, rebuilding, or quietly hoping—this one’s for you.

Note: Previous episode mentioned in this podcast is Ep. 6.

Country Music Therapy is a podcast for deep thinkers and meaning makers who are ready to come home to themselves.

I'm your host, Dr. Hannah Blackwell. In each episode we will explore one country song as a doorway to understanding your story—your psychology, your soul, and the way your inner soundtrack creates the life you are living.

Through lyrics that raised us, held us, broke us, and healed us, we ask: Who am I, really? What do I value? How do I design a life that feels like me?

This isn’t just about music. It's about changing our mood. It’s about meaningful moments with the melodies that hold our memories.

Whether you're chasing peace, purpose, or just want to feel something real with music that means something—you’re in the right place.

Because when we change our stories, we change our lives.

And country music might just help us do both.

I am so excited that you are here! I honestly believe you were guided to this podcast for a reason. So, settle in as we transform our lives one song, one truth, and three chords at a time, y'all.

Hey y'all!

My mama wasn't on drugs. My daddy never left. My parents are still married. I don't know anyone on meth.

Have you ever been stereotyped? Have you ever been on the receiving end of people believing a single story about you (or defining you by a single thing)?

Back in 2021, I wrote a post on Instagram as a response to the movie and book, "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D Vance. Although this is NOT a political podcast, post, or episode, I thought it was timely, with Vance recently accepting the republican nomination for VP, to continue the conversation.

Today's episode is not a critique of the book or film as I try to not be critical of another person's life or story. It's just another life and another story worth sharing and hearing - a story from another "educated hillbilly" - a story that is mine. This story just happens to also be a bit of a counter-narrative to the one currently popularized.

A few of the topics covered in this episode are as follows:

1.) There is a danger in a single story. (Watch the TEDTalk, y'all.) 2.) Selling the myth: "It's their own fault that they are poor." 3.) Selling the myth: "Military, Education, and/or Marriage" 4.) "Poor" does not equal dumb, drug-addicted, or dysfunctional. 5.) Higher education is not always a "ticket out of poverty." 6.) There is nothing wrong with being a hillbilly. 7.) "Success" looks different to different people. 8.) However, money also matters and should be used for good. 9.) Strategies for avoiding the single story and making the world a better place. 10.) How this all connects to money, work, and class. 11.) Love (and a Song Dedication)

Stick around to the end on this one, y'all. You might just ugly cry...in a good way.

Song references: Time of Day - Turnpike Troubadours Follow You to Virgie - Tyler Childers

I can't wait to hear your thoughts! Comment or DM me on IG (@hannahbphd) to share!

Opportunities to connect are coming soon!

Until then, feed the good in yourself and others by leaning in, learning, and never accepting a single story of a person or place.

Happy Trails. A country mile in my hillbilly shoes.

Yakoke (Thanks)!

Hannah B., PhD