The Modern Creative Woman
The art and science of creativity, made simple. Through the lens of art therapy, neurocreativity, and cutting-edge research, you’ll learn not just why you create, but how to create with more freedom, intention, and joy. Dr. Amy Backos — author, art therapist, psychologist, professor and researcher, with 30+ years of experience — unpacks the evidence-based psychology behind creative living. Come for the science. Stay for the transformation.
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"When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid." This quote by Audre Lorde starts us off today.
We're talking all about the philosophical foundations that support our lives, and today is all about your personal foundations, upon which you rest your values, and you take actions in s...
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Our minds are a wonderful thing to have, and I want to remind you that your mind and your thoughts are not the boss of you. It's a function in our brain. It's a neurological biological phenomenon to have thoughts. Thoughts are not facts. They're just biological phenomena. Today, we're talking about how to use your brain for accountability and how to avoid bias.
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Welcome to Season Three of The Modern Creative Woman Podcast!
"Acceptance is the bridge that connects us to genuine happiness and peace." - Thich Nhat Hanh
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What if you took the time for things that truly nourish you and bring you joy? You might have a lot of reasons why you can't or won't partake in those activities that are nourishing your soul: being creative, connecting with friends, moving your body. This episode is my list of the top ten reasons why women are not making art, even when they know that it is a powerful tool f...
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"Every person has a responsibility to be a participant in this society and make it a better place for everybody, in whatever capacity they can."
-Megan Rapinoe
When was the last time you updated and strengthened your communication strategies? It is probably time!
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Enjoy this bonus episode for Mother's Day!
A long exhale is key to calm. Grab a piece of paper and two markers in your favorite colors. You will "trace" your breath using the colors on the paper. Alternatively, you can do this exercise using your finger to trace your breath across the desk in front of you or even use your lap.
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“Luxury is a point of view. It is not what you pay, but what you make of yourself. I mean, a new dress doesn't get you anywhere. It's the life you're living in, the dress and the sort of life you had lived before and what you will do in it later.”
-Diana Vreeland
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“You can be a thousand different women. It is your choice which one you want to be. It's about freedom and sovereignty. Celebrate who you are. Say, this is my kingdom.”
-Salma Hayek
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“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated. And this is why we sometimes attack who they are, which is ultimately far more hurtful than addressing a behavior or a choice.”
-Brené Brown
5 components of External Boundaries
- Physical
- Emotional
- Time and energy
- Material
- Relational
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"Every woman that finally figured out her worth, has picked up her suitcase of pride and boarded a flight to freedom, which landed in the Valley of Change.”
-Shannon L Adler
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“Happiness is a human right.”
-Dr. Aymee Coget
This is a delightful interview with happiness expert, Dr. Aymee Coget. She has an impressive clientele of leaders around the world and a resume of multiple books (linked below). She is consultant to leading companies in technology, helping create sustainable happiness in the workplace. Catch her happiness in this interview!
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“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”
Carl Jung
Wondering how to become self actualized, individuated, and your unique you? This episode covers the most powerful of all the archetypes...it is the one you get to create. It is the Self archetype and we are talking about the ways to explore yourself and integrate your conscious and unconscious. Time to start...
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"To know how to choose a path with heart is to learn how to follow intuitive feeling. Logic can tell you superficially where a path might lead to, but it cannot judge whether your heart will be in it."
-Jean Shinoda Bolden
We are talking today about the intersection between creativity and human rights.
You might have heard people talking about an "unadulterate...
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“Open the doors to the world of the wild self are few but precious. If you have a deep scar, that is the door. If you have an old, old story, that is a door. If you love the sky and the water so much, you almost cannot bear it. That is a door. If you yearn for a deeper life, a full life, a sane life that is a door.”
-Clarissa Pinkola Estés
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"We all start not knowing what to do."
-Anne McKevitt.
If you don't know what to do right now, it's okay, you can figure it out.
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How many people have you told that you love them today?
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"No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its woman and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens." - Michelle Obama
This episode is all about optimism and how to maintain an optimistic outlook and a feeling of hope, no matter what's happening around you.
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Happy Valentine's Day my beautiful friends! This bonus meditation episode is my love letter to you. Trust me - these are thoughts you need!
You can change your mood and perspective in less than 10 minutes using this powerful I am meditation. There is a few more minutes of music at the end in case you want to fall asleep listening.
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