Lisa Higbee

What would you do differently today if you knew your dreams were coming true tonight? ✨ I wrote this song after taking a course on supporting individuals who stutter. One of the most powerful steps in speech therapy—and in life—is learning to look past immediate obstacles, hold space for a bright future, and step into the mindset of the person you are becoming. When we picture our deepest hopes actually coming to fruition, it changes how we show up today. Would we dig a little deeper? Speak with a little more courage? Dream a little bigger? I hope this short piece serves as a gentle nudge to align your actions today with the future you’re building. 💛 🎶 Listen to the song and let me know in the comments: What is one small thing you’d do differently today? #Songwriting #Inspiration #SpeechTherapy #MindsetShift #DreamBig #OriginalMusic #EnvisionYourFuture  

Music has a unique way of carrying history straight to the heart. As we approach a massive milestone in our nation's story—the 250th anniversary of the United States—I found myself reflecting on the incredible journey that brought us here. That reflection turned into inspiration, and today, I am thrilled to share my latest original song: "A Nation Proud and Strong." This piece is a musical journey through the defining moments of America's birth, honoring the profound sacrifices of the early patriots and the careful, deliberate debates that shaped our Constitution. It is a tribute to our past, but it is also an invitation for all of us today to keep giving our best to build a bright future. 🎶 The Story Behind the Lyrics When writing this song, I wanted the lyrics to be both accessible and meaningful, making it easy for young minds to connect with deep historical concepts like the three branches of government and the concept of a "quarter of a millennium." He...

We live in a world that moves incredibly fast. Between managing our busy schedules, keeping up with daily responsibilities, and navigating the constant stream of news on our screens, it’s easy to feel a little disconnected from the bigger picture. We often look for ways to anchor ourselves back to what really matters: connection, unity, and a shared sense of purpose. Lately, I’ve been channeling these reflections into a creative project. I sat down and wrote a short, simple patriotic song called "Land of Liberty." While it’s a brief piece, music has a beautiful way of taking big, complex ideas and turning them into heartfelt truths we can all relate to. More Than Just a Symbol When we look at our flag, we see a symbol of our history and a representation of our country. But symbols are only as strong as the people who stand beneath them. The true strength of any neighborhood, town, or nation isn't found in a piece of fabric—it’s found in our daily choice to show up for one...

 If you walked into my speech room at Fiddler's Elementary or visited my Post-High transition group lately, you might have been surprised to see us doing yoga poses and flows. As an SLP, my goal has always been to help students find their voice. But after practicing yoga in various yoga studios and completing my 200-hour teacher training at the Integrated School of Yoga , I realized that "voice" starts much lower than the throat—it starts with a strong core, regulated breath, and a sense of physical safety. The "Why" Behind the Mat For our neurodivergent young adults, the transition to the "real world" requires more than just vocabulary; it requires vocational readiness . I’ve started integrating movement-based mindfulness to target three specific areas: Receptive Language: Following a "flow" is just a series of complex, multi-step directions. When a student moves from Mountain Pose to Tree Pose , they are processing spatial concepts and au...

It’s been a busy and joy-filled little while lately! At school, I’ve been getting some of my  original songs  ready for the kids—one celebrating autumn, one for Halloween, and even a  school spirit song ! Seeing students light up with music is one of my favorite parts of this season. On the professional side, I’ve been putting together a  presentation about how theater can be applied in speech therapy —something I’m really excited to share. Combining creativity and communication has felt like a calling to me. I also had the pleasure of attending a  wonderful concert by Lieto Voices  here in St. George. Their harmonies were stunning and so uplifting—it reminded me how powerful live music can be. My church activities have been keeping me musically inspired, too! 🎶 I’ve been helping get music ready for our  ward Primary sacrament meeting program  (which went really well) and for a  church singles talent show —both full of great energy and testi...

 This beautiful autumn season has felt like a powerful time of reflection and renewed purpose. My heart has been so full these past couple of weeks, drawing inspiration from so many different places. Like so many of you, I was deeply moved by the memorial and funeral services for President Russell M. Nelson. Reflecting on his incredible life of service and his ability to connect with people all over the world has inspired me to work on improving my own "languages" of connection. I've felt a renewed desire to polish my Spanish and ASL, and to keep learning the beautiful languages of dance—swing, salsa, waltz, cha-cha, and more—that can bring so much joy and build community. That spirit of inspiration continued through General Conference. I was especially touched by the messages about the power of music to teach the gospel, which is something so dear to my heart. It's a perfect reminder as I prepare for my new role leading the stake choir. I've been diving into stud...