Cultivating Creativity

Want to start creating but you just can't work at home? Perhaps there's no space, too many distractions, or you need special equipment. In this episode I help you assess whether renting an art space is best for your needs and what that looks like. 

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Want to start creating but don't know where you should you work? Need to create a studio space in your home, but space is at a premium? No problem!  In this episode, I can help you assess your space to create a studio that works with what you have and make it work for you! 

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The world is a hard place to be right now, and we all need to support our mental health in a variety of ways. In this episode, I talk about the amazing Mental Health Benefits of Creativity, all backed by evidence from verified medical studies. Creative activities are proven to make you feel better and improve your quality of life. You deserve it.

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Did you know creativity can improve your physical health? In this episode, I talk about the amazing Physical Health Benefits of Creativity, all backed by evidence from verified medical studies. Creative activities are proven to make you feel better and improve your quality of life. So why not start today?

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Are you soul-tired? In this episode, I will talk about what this looks like. How to identify the cause and then introduce some amazing solutions to bring new life and energy into your world!

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You know about mindfulness, but how does it relate to creativity? In this episode, I share 3 ways to produce a mindful creative experience. Learn how this type of experience reduces stress and anxiety and increases your overall happiness. Use this guide to begin your own Mindful Creativity today!

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You know what Creativity means, but have you ever thought about how it impacts our lives on a larger scale? Or how it shows up in your life? In this episode, I introduce the 4 roles of creativity and shed some light on how creativity is a fundamental human characteristic and that we ALL have the potential for rich and rewarding creativity in our lives.

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Do you know the difference? A labyrinth has a single path, and if you keep going you will reach the goal. A maze has one right way but is also full of dead-ends and roadblocks and its easy to get lost. In this episode I talk about the art process as a labyrinth and not a maze. And how this perspective can be game-changing when you feel lost in the process.

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Studio avoidance…you know what I'm talking about. Sometimes we just don't want to work on our art, and we do everything imaginable to avoid it! When you have the choice between something like dishes and art and you think -yes dishes! This is your sign. In this episode, I will talk about how to identify the block and move past it, so you will say yes to art instead!

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What are you doing to bring energy in? What practices or activities do you do to replenish your energy? We have a lot of energy going out on a daily basis. All of the things we do in our life require and drain our energy. In this episode, I will share 4 ways to Re-energize Your Creativity and to ensure you are bringing energy back IN so you can do the things you love.

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I challenge people to CREATE art as a voice to inspire change and raise awareness. In this episode, I will give my 2 cents on the damage and destruction of art for progress or change. I will discuss recent protests, but also other examples where art and our cultural heritage is the victim. Art can be an amazing vehicle for change. Make it and use it… don't destroy it!

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Do you ever forget where you left off on an artwork when life interrupted? In this episode, I talk about an amazing productivity tool for your studio called the progress journal! It is a living record of your progress on an art piece that allows you to start and stop with no lag time of remembering where you were. Start yours today!

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How many artworks do you have going at once? Have you ever thought of batching some of your processes? So, there's no lag time when starting a new work, or options when you get frustrated with a specific piece. In this episode, I talk about batching your artwork. Working on several pieces at once is an amazing efficiency tool. Try it for yourself!

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In our society we tend to schedule our days using an arbitrary timetable. Have you ever explored what actually works best for you as an individual? In this episode, I will talk about circadian rhythms and the importance of becoming aware of your body's natural energy cycles in order to use and support those cycles to enhance your productivity.

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It is NEVER too late! You can totally start now. In this episode, we will talk about the idea of Honoring Your Creative Dreams and how this may not be a linear path. We'll talk about the intention and the reality, limiting beliefs that are holding us back and how to bring creativity back into your life. You CAN do this.

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What does Success mean to YOU? Have you ever thought about it or simply defaulted to others definition? This episode explores the concept of success and what it means to you. How this idea gets muddied by society and outside opinions and then distilling it down to what authentically resonates to you and your artistic journey.

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Where do you want to go? And how will you get there? These are tough questions. But the reality is you aren't going to get anywhere until you can answer them. You need a direction to move forward. In this episode, I have some tips to get you started!

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It will work as long as you do it the right way… WRONG! In this episode, we will talk about The 'Right Way' Myth and how this idea leads to disappointment and failure. We'll learn how to identify the source, consider other options, and move out of our comfort zone to create successful change!

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