Never give up on what you really want to do.
The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts.


—Albert Einstein

THE PODCAST FOR INTENTIONAL CREATIVES

Season Five | Ep 14 Your Second Act
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Season Five | Ep 14 Your Second Act

Now more than ever, creatives aged 50+ are stepping into bold action, sharing their magic, and building meaningful connections online. In this episode, discover why it’s the perfect time to start, how to overcome fear, and the steps to create something extraordinary.

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Season Five | Ep 12 Push Through or Pivot? Navigating ‘The Dip’ in Creative Businesses - Insights from Seth Godin
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Season Five | Ep 12 Push Through or Pivot? Navigating ‘The Dip’ in Creative Businesses - Insights from Seth Godin

In today's episode, we explore Seth Godin's concept of "The Dip," also known as the river of misery, where every creative's resolve is truly tested. I'll discuss the importance of pushing through these tough times when pursuing meaningful goals and when strategic quitting might be the smarter choice. Join me as we delve into how to navigate these challenging phases in your creative journey, ensuring your efforts align with your long-term vision.

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Season Five | Ep 11 Stop Overthinking: Solve Problems Through Action, Not Overthinking"
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Season Five | Ep 11 Stop Overthinking: Solve Problems Through Action, Not Overthinking"

In this episode, I share a powerful insight from Modern Wisdom (Episode 888) with David Sutcliffe: "You can't solve a problem of the mind with the mind. It has to be through action." This simple truth stopped me in my tracks and reminded me that faith, clarity, and progress come from doing, not overthinking. If you’re feeling stuck, I challenge you to take one small action today—it’s in the doing that fear begins to fade.

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Season Five | Ep 10 Taking Back Time
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Season Five | Ep 10 Taking Back Time

In this episode, I explore Parkinson’s Law and its surprising impact on creative work. I share relatable stories, practical strategies, and a counterintuitive approach to reclaiming time—by scheduling joy. You’ll learn how to work within boundaries, embrace the power of constraints, and shift from overthinking to creating. This is your guide to reshaping time for a more fulfilled and productive creative life.

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Season 5. Episode 7  — This Extraordinary Life
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Season 5. Episode 7 — This Extraordinary Life

At some point, I forgot how extraordinary my life truly is. Now, I’m intentionally reminding myself every day of the beauty in my work, my family, and even the smallest moments. In this episode, I share my reflections and invite you to notice what’s extraordinary in your one beautiful life.

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Season 5. Episode 4 —What you make MATTERS
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Season 5. Episode 4 —What you make MATTERS

What you make matters. The moments of thought, experimentation, and persistence are just as vital as the creation itself. Your work matters because it contributes something real, however simple or intricate, to the world.

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Season 5. Episode 2 —Lifting the Gate: Overcoming Self-Gatekeeping and Embracing Fear
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Season 5. Episode 2 —Lifting the Gate: Overcoming Self-Gatekeeping and Embracing Fear

I’ve been self-gatekeeping my whole life—telling myself ‘that’s not for me’ as a way to avoid the risk of being judged or failing. But I’ve decided it’s time to stop. Today, I faced one of my biggest fears: I put my face on TikTok, talking to the camera, and hit post. It wasn’t perfect—my mouth is wide open on the cover image—but I left it up anyway. For me, this is about lifting the gate and showing up, even when it’s scary. So, let me ask you—what have you been holding yourself back from? What’s your version of lifting the gate?

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Season Five | 1. Self Gatekeeping
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Season Five | 1. Self Gatekeeping

Are you holding yourself back without realizing it? In this episode, we explore the concept of self-gatekeeping, why your unique perspective matters, and how to break free from self-imposed limits. Plus, updates on my creative projects!

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Season Four | 16. p.s. Walk
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Season Four | 16. p.s. Walk

In this episode, “P.S. Walk,” I explore the power of walking as part of our creative process. Inspired by Julia Cameron, we discuss how walking helps integrate thoughts, find inspiration, and bring clarity.

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