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June 24, 2025 12 mins

Feeling overwhelmed by all the tools out there, or unsure which ones actually support your creativity rather than drain it?

In this episode, Jessica Higgins Chapman is sharing 5 essential creative tools that she personally uses, to streamline both life and business.

Key Moments:

  • 5 tools that actually make a difference in planning, creating, showing up, and staying inspired
  • Each tool is designed to help you organize your thoughts, manage your time, and express your creativity effectively
  • How structure in creativity is important and can benefit you day-to-day, allowing for more creative flow
  • Why personal rituals are significant and fosters creativity

Quote of the Week: "Structure allows for spontaneity. Without structure, there's just chaos." Twyla Tharp (author of The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life)

Book Mentioned: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

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If you haven't tried these tools yet, this is the perfect time to experiment and see what gives you the most energy, helps you stay focused, and provides the best clarity in your creative process.

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