Creative Soul Healing Podcast

I spoke to Alice, my right hand, my assistant about creativity, healing, and all that is for me. Sharing my belief that everyone should find their own creative outlet to create for their own well-being.Larissa Russell is an Entrepreneur, International Best Selling Author, Speaker, Artist, Coach, and Healer. She is known as the Summit Queen. She is the Founder of Creative U Healing, an online coaching and learning platform that helps women step into their authenticity with the help of creativity, whether that be in business or life. Larissa has authored ‘Gratitude: How to Live with Joy and Gratefulness', ‘A Happier You: In 5 Minutes a Day', as well co-authored the international bestseller 'The Power of Why'. She has also created 2 creativity journals ‘Have an Amazingly Creative Day!' and ‘How Do I Have an Amazingly Creative Day?' She recently released a children's book with her 9-year-old granddaughter called ‘My Two Grandmas'.Larissa also heads Creative U Publishing, working with women to tell their own stories in collaboration with other women, creating anthologies, or in their own books. Larissa can also be found helping women build their creative and healing businesses via summits and courses on her Creative U Business platform.Larissa has recently taken on a new live show with Deborah Epstein, called ‘Connection with Spirit' which you can catch live, here on YouTube on the third Monday of every month.Larissa is blessed to work with women who are ready to make change in their lives. As a master of change, through her own life adventures, Larissa has a unique perspective that helps women learn and feel comfortable with their boundaries, as well as what they really want from their lives. You can listen to her interview creatives, healers, and people who have healed with the help of creativity on her podcast, Creative Soul Healing, available on all the popular podcast platforms.Larissa is also the founder of Queer Voicez, a not-for-profit organization that shares LGBT+ stories to help LGBT+ youth, who have as much as an 8x higher suicide rate, know that they are not alone. She is also the host of their podcast of the same name.And yes, Larissa is a busy lady. But, never too busy to help another woman succeed.You can find Larissa Russell here:https://www.CreativeU.ca/ https://www.CreativeUHealing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/https://www.CreativeUBusiness.comhttps://www.QueerVoicez.org

Episode 118 featuring Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro: God Came to my Garage SaleMarni & I spoke about her healing journey through writing and creativity. We talked about the importance of journaling, and the writing of her book series.Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro is an award-winning author, speaker and educator who has used her creative outlet of writing to heal from Domestic Violence, Narcissistic Abuse and Parental Alienation. Her latest prominently endorsed 4-book series: TRUE DECEIT FALSE LOVE includes terms, phrases, poetry and a survivor's workbook, to inspire others to use their creative gifts on their healing journey.You can find Dr Marni here:www.GodCameToMyGarageSale.comYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 117 featuring Amy Nordhues: Prayed UponAmy and I spoke about her book, the importance of speaking out, and how creativity has helped her recovery journey.Amy Nordhues is a survivor of both childhood sexual abuse and sexual abuse as an adult at the hands of a mental health professional. She is a passionate Christ-follower and expert on the healing God provides. She has a BA in psychology with minors in sociology and criminology. Her devotions have been published in The Secret Place (Judson Press) devotional series. Her essay, Give Me a Sign, won 2nd place at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference Foundation Awards. Her memoir, Prayed Upon, won the Inspire Christian Writers' “Great Openings” contest for non-fiction. She blogs at www.amynordhues.com. A married mother of three, she enjoys spending time with family, writing, reading, photography, and all things comedy.You can find Amy here:https://amynordhues.com/https://books2read.com/PrayedUponhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100016778074906https://twitter.com/Amy_Nordhues Free Gift:When you sign up to follow Amy's blog, she gives you the gift of photography with scripture and the first chapter of her book for free. https://amynordhues.com/You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 116 featuring Terry Tucker: Sustainable ExcellenceTerry and I spoke about his approach to his cancer journey, his book, and starting his Motivational Check blog.Terry Tucker has been an NCAA Division I college basketball player, a Citadel cadet, a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, an undercover narcotics investigator, a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, a high school basketball coach, a business owner, a motivational speaker, an author, and most recently, a cancer warrior. He is the author of Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles To Living Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life. Terry and his wife have lived all over the United States and currently reside in Colorado with their Wheaten Terrier, Maggie. In 2019, Terry started the website, Motivational Check to help others find and lead their uncommon and extraordinary livesYou can find Terry here:Motivational Check: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-tucker-9b5605179/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheck  Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/terrytucker201 You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 115 featuring Ari Gunzberg: Five Keys to GreatnessAri and I spoke about his journey through trauma and his development of the Five Keys to Greatness.Ari Gunzburg is a rising new star in personal growth after experiencing trauma as a child and then extreme volatility as a teenager. As an award-winning international speaker, Ari motivates people using personal stories filled with triumph, tragedy and transformation. Ari also helps inspire people using one-on-one coaching and his books for both children and adults. You can find Ari here:Website: https://www.arigunzburg.com/Website #2: https://www.5keystogreatness.com/ Website #3: https://littlebookofgreatness.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arigunz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AriGunzburg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AriGunzburg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcTme9CXv-r9DP8r4HzM5cQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arigunz/ Free Gift: Free 1st two chapters of his book - littlebookofgreatness.comYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 114 featuring Jillian Pfennig: Brain injury and artJillian and I spoke of how art and creating has helped her healing from a brain injury.Jillian Pfennig is a freelance writer, artist, and photographer. Follow along with Jillian's adventures on Instagram @jillianpfennig.You can find Jillian's children's book Brian the Brain here: https://amzn.to/3zCbBvw You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 113 featuring Tina Fumo: Fancy PrisonTina and I spoke of her harrowing family story and the fight to get her granddaughter back from Social Services. Tina also shared how writing the book about that story has helped her heal.Tina Fumo is an author due to a tragic story that happened to her family. She recounts that story in her book ‘Fancy Prison'. An instinctual pull as old as time - a grandmother wanting to hold her newborn grandchild. Tina travels to a small Canadian town and finds herself in the most stressful ordeal of her life. The 'authorities' have apprehended her two-week-old grandbaby and what she and her family go through to get their baby back will absolutely shock you. You can find Tina here:www.gentlegiants.academia.edu You can purchase her book here:https://www.amazon.com/Fancy-Prison-Calling-Welfare-Industry-ebook/dp/B09GR375LC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32QA1NNB63W2N&keywords=fancy+prison&qid=1641410377&sprefix=fancy+prison%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 112 featuring Alexia Bartholomew: Eagle of EncouragementAlexia and I spoke about how writing helped her heal from her childhood trauma, and continues to help her heal. Alexia also spoke about her new podcast ‘Eagle of Encouragement'.Alexia was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. Through her journey, she has worn the hats of daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, soldier, veteran, college graduate, overcomer, and now a writer. She has written poems like "I Am Eagle, Watch Me Soar", "I Am”, and "Surrender To Your Presence" which is currently in the Library of Congress. "You're Not The Only One…who has been hurt, violated, abused and has Overcome" is her second self-published book that encourages people to remember that they are not the only one going through things in life. Her first book, Father Give Me Heart, is available for purchases in stores and online at places like Amazon, Words Unite Bookstore, and Barnes and Noble. Alexia currently resides in San Antonio, Texas where she is currently enjoying food (except pig feet), hanging out at SeaWorld, and enjoying the diversity of cultures that the city of San Antonio has to offer.You can find Alexia here:https://lexieagle.godaddysites.comInstagram @authorlexilexFacebook- Author LexiLexPodcast - Eagle of Encouragement: https://anchor.fm/alexia-bartholomew4 You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 111 featuring Kayla Jackson: Healing SpacesKayla and I spoke about her journey to starting her own coaching business, and the importance of the home environment for people recovering from trauma.Kayla is a former social worker turned home stager turned creator of her own coaching business. She helps folk have more ease in their home and life without feeling guilty.You can find Kayla here:Website kayladaniellejackson.com Instagram @kayladaniellejackson You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 110 featuring Megan Wagner: Tranquil Mind Watercolor DiscoveryMegan and I spoke about her path to finding her own creativity and her Tranquil Mind Watercolor Discovery course.Megan Wagner creates watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media pieces of art and helps people discover their own natural creativity.She used to suffer from stress and anxiety during her time working in a toxic corporate environment until she took on the challenge of learning how to paint with watercolors. The beauty of painting helped her take back control over her mental health, which is something that has always been important for her because it's what drives her creativity as an artist.Nowadays, she teaches others how they can tap into their own natural creativity and alleviate stress or anxiety through art-based activities like painting or drawing so they can be more empowered in their work and personal life.You can find Megan here:Www.meganwagnerart.com Tiktok https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPd69rtky/ www.Instagram.com/meganmwagner Megan would like to offer you 50% off of her signature watercolor course "Tranquil Mind Watercolor Discovery" - use promo code "CreativeU" https://www.meganwagnerart.com/products/tranquil-mind-watercolor-discovery You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 109 featuring Joseph Holmes: I am worthyJoseph and I spoke about his journey to heart through Mary Magdalene or Maggie as he lovingly refers to her. Joseph recounts some stories that may send tingles down your spine.Joseph Holmes aka J M M Love was born on December 13, the feast day of Santa Lucia, the patron saint of authors and Light. He is a survivor of childhood sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as a PTSD-disabled combat veteran. He is an Amazon best-selling author helping people discover their Purpose and create lives full of meaning, significance, joy, love, and success via the spiritual poetry of guardian angel Mary Magdalene.You can find Joseph Here:https://www.jmmlove.comIG: @j.mm.loveFB: https://www.facebook.com/josepjjmmlove You can find your Host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

 Episode 108 featuring Dan Henk: End of the WorldDan & I spoke of his journey from homeless youth to his NYC fame as an artist, writer, and tattooist.Dan is a shop owner, published writer,  artist, and MMA competitor,Dan started out as a homeless, heavy drinking punk rocker. Growing tired of being a loser pretty fast, he managed to acquire his first job at Chuck E Cheez and kept scaling up from there. Putting himself through art school, he moved to NYC to make it as an artist, eventually having his 15 minutes of fame.Along the way, he was stabbed by a crackhead, broke the window of a flipped car with his face, and came down with brain cancer. His wife died in a hit and run, Dan also had a  car hit him while the driver was texting and he woke up in the hospital, and his truck flipped traversing unmarked rural construction and he recovered consciousness in the woods.Dan says unless we are all living in the Matrix, he seems to be still alive. There's a running theory he's a cyborg.You can find Dan here:www.instagram.com/deadguyllcwww.youtube.com/user/danhenkhttps://danhenk.com/You can find his new book End of the World here https://danhenk.com/end-of-the-world/ You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Episode 107 featuring Sarah Chickee: Creativity and ChocolateSarah and I spoke about womens empowerment, chocolate, mompreneurs and finding time to create.Sarah Chickee is a kind, strong and authentic soul who stands true to herself and encourages others to do the same.She is the owner and founder of Le Club MomBoss and Chickee's Chocolates.One is a pretty Sweet Gig, while the other is a major passion project.A spoken advocate for Gender Inequality, she is making waves in the entrepreneurial world and inspiring Mom Entrepreneurs wherever she goes.You can find Sarah here:www.leclubmomboss.cawww.leschocolatsdechickee.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@chickee_mombossSarah has a wonderful gift for the first 100 listeners to jump onto her website www.leclubmomboss.ca  will receive a FREE VIP Membership Package.You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Ep 106 featuring Rachel Moore: Big T Trauma or Little t traumaRachel and I spoke about EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and how it helps to process trauma. Rachel also shared about moving her practice online and getting creative to do that. Rachel Moore, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist based in San Diego, California. She is trained in EMDR and focuses on working with creatives, including writers, artists, and musicians.You can find Rachel here:www.rachelmoorecounseling.com Rachel mentioned her Artist's Way program, which starts on Feb 4th, 2022You can register on her website.You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Ell and I spoke of how to calm our busy, active minds, and why when we find our flow of creativity that works for us it can help us move forward in life. We also spoke of letting go of blame and knowing you have the power to change your life.As the founder of Truespeak, Ell Graniel brings over 25 years of experience in the neuroscience behind our synapse, receptor, and reward centers of the brain. She has her degree in Communication, training, and certifications in Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP), negotiation, personality type predictors, and authored three international best-selling books. Her most recent “The Team Whisperer – Successfully Lead a Cross Generation, Race, and Gender Team” focuses specifically on mastering communication.You can find Ell here:Website: https://www.truespeak.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellgraniel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truespeak.us/Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxgOChfWtgGSi-FNTcbFEBQLets Chat: https://keap.app/booking/truespeakllc/30-minute-deep-diveFree Gift:4-part You Word is Your Wand serieshttps://www.truespeak.us/giftYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Rick and I spoke about how he became a co-carer for his parents, how he coped with their aging, and how writing helped him to cope with the process. We also spoke about the writing of his two books and the challenges caregivers face.As a former co-caregiver, Rick Lauber helped and supported his own aging parents (his mother had Parkinson's and Leukemia and his father had Alzheimer's). Rick learned that caregiving is challenging and used writing to personally cope and heal. His stories became two books, Caregiver's Guide for Canadians and The Successful Caregiver's Guide. Rick lives in Edmonton, Alberta and continues to actively freelance write about caregiving and caregiving issues for newspapers, magazines, and on-line markets.You can find Rick here:www.ricklauber.com.@cdncaregiver on Twitter https://www.facebook.com/CaregiversGuideForCanadians - FacebookYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Kevin and I spoke about how he got started on the dulcimer, creativity and the effects of Covid, Kevin's path to spirituality and dulcimeditation, and how his work has helped others.Kevin Roth is an internationally known musician, composer, and life coach. He developed a type of meditation for stress and clarity called dulcimeditation after receiving a death sentence in 2016 with stage 3 melanoma. His melanoma never returned and he now teaches his technique and coaching concepts around the country, to doctors, clergy, psychologists, professionals and those seeking clarity and less stress in their lives.You can find Kevin here:https://kevinrothmusic.com/www.kevinroth.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIHtnBM5QzQ5-RienozI2-QFree Gift:You will find a free 5 minute stress buster video on Kevin's website.You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Sharon and I spoke about her journey to start her own business from a simple comment, how writing helped her to heal, and the world premiere of her 'Happy Solstice, Hannuka, Christmas, Kwanza, New Year adjacent birthday card'.Healing, like love, can find us when we're not looking for it. Our next guest, Sharon Glassman, was busy working on a novel whose fictional hero turned out to be ... her true self. Writing that book rewrote Sharon's life. Helped her recover from debilitating grief and discover her introvert superpowers. Inspired her to leave Brooklyn for Colorado. And launched her career as the designer and songwriter of a new line of musical greeting cards and gifts called Smile Songs that help other folks celebrate their best selves and find beautiful paths to healing, too. Speaking to us from the Brooklyn of Boulder, Colorado, here is Sharon Glassman.You can find Sharon here:www.smilesongs.com@smile_songs on InstagramGift:Join my mailing list at www.smilesongs.com/vip to get a 20% off code instantlyYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Jules and I spoke about all things creative and the energy we bring to our healing through creativityJules Ostara is an author, artist, and guide for fun online courses. She also created the Heart of Life and Soul Songs oracle card decks. She lives in the Blue Ridge mountains with twin boys, a guitar man, and a few feisty cats.You can find Jules here:http://thrivetrue.com/https://www.instagram.com/julesostara/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-c3a2o8x1KCcFWW4XqRFqQhttps://www.facebook.com/thrivetruehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/cocreativeartistshttps://pinterest.com/thrivetrueShe has a free gift for you:The beauty of Imperfections Video & Free Playbook!https://mailchi.mp/35bd986c9b3d/yearofcolorHer new book is available for preorder here  https://thrivetrue.com/product/born-to-bloom-bright-signed-book/  You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Heather and I spoke about healing through creativity and how having been through a journey of healing brings us to a place of being able to help others authentically. She also shared about how she helps others along their journey.Heather is a German-Canadian intuitive collage artist, creative healing guide, and SoulCollage® facilitator with a background in art history and art therapy. She is the creator of the 'Inner Compass Oracle' deck and the 'Inner Journey Tarot' deck which she conceived specifically for creative self-exploration and healing work. Creative expression and personal development are tightly intertwined for her and the focus of her work is to guide people to access their inner resources, their inner beauty, and strength through working with a great variety of images and art materials intuitively and creatively. Heather also runs monthly online SoulCollage® groups for women from all over the world. Witnessing the light and beauty in the vulnerability and grace in her students never ceases to touch her deeply. She is so grateful for having found her calling and for sharing it with other beautiful souls.You can find Heather here:Www.heatherhoeps.comHeather has a gift for you of a free collage projecthttps://heatherhoeps.com/free-art-project A Year in Color: https://www.creativeu.ca/offers/J8oBpnDb/checkout You can find the Host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Iris and I talked about the healing aspects of art and learning to let go of the perfectionism that holds us back. Creating space for ourselves to heal, create, learn, and grow.Iris is a Dutch mixed media artist, teacher & vlogger based in London, UK. She is passionate about art and art journaling for self-expression and self-discovery. Online Iris loves to share her art, outlook, and creative life through pictures, writing & videos. It's important to her to share real life, not just a polished ‘social media version', so apart from the happy times she also addresses the harder feelings and struggles like creative block. She hopes that authentically sharing her creative life will inspire those on a similar journey!You can find Iris here:Website: https://iris-impressions.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/irisimpressionsart  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IrisFritschiCussens  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iris.impressions.art Iris has a free gift for you:Sign up for Iris' newsletter, and receive a free copy of ‘Get Inspired!' a 20-page art & inspiration guide. https://iris-impressions.com/get-inspired/ You can find the host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Blake and I spoke of following our passions, and healing through creativity and how necessary that is. We also had a conversation about what ‘making it' means.Blake Farha is a voice artist, musician, and author. Fluent in four-and-a-half languages (his Danish has gotten a bit rusty), Blake has spent his adult life hopping from country to country and jumping from career to career. He currently lives in Berlin, Germany, where he has devoted himself to his creative pursuits: voice acting, writing and producing music, improv comedy, and podcasting.You can find Blake here:www.blakefarha.comwww.blakefarha.com/lost-on-the-waywww.instagram.com/blakefarha  Blake's book: Lost on the Way: A Journal From the Camino de Santiagohttps://amzn.to/3Ao0eqN You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Lena and I spoke about needing to put ourselves first, to listen to our bodies, and to feel okay with where we are at regardless of what society deems acceptable. We also talked about the masculine energy of the world and the shift that is happeningLena Dolter is a Feminine Embodiment and Feminine Energy Guide, Intuitive Healer, and Women's Wellness Coach. She serves busy, professional women who are stuck in a cycle of stress and overwhelm and helps them shift from overdoing, overthinking, & overcommitting and get reconnected with their body, so they can feel calm & centered and have more time, space, and freedom on their calendar and in their life.You can find Lena here:www.lenadolter.com IG - https://www.instagram.com/lenadolter/?hl=enFB Group - The Clear and Confident Woman https://www.facebook.com/groups/570522799777930/website - www.lenadolter.comLena's free gift:Woman in Flow quiz found here - www.lenadolter.com/quiz You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Trigger Warning - SuicideThomas and I spoke of the loss of his youngest son to suicide and how that has affected the way he now listens to people and how he navigates the worldThomas is a writer and college writing teacher living in Southern California. A little over three years ago, his youngest son took his life at 17. This shattered the lives of his family and challenged any faith he had. Thomas has journeyed to discover how to live again.You can find Thomas here:www.Thomasallbaugh.com  Twitter: tallbaugh1 Facebook: Thomas Allbaugh September 10th is World Suicide Prevention DayAn estimated 800 000 people die by suicide worldwide each year. It can affect every one of us. Each and every suicide is devastating and has a profound impact on those around them.  However, by raising awareness, reducing the stigma around suicide, and encouraging well-informed action, we can reduce instances of suicide around the world.This year's World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) theme is ‘Creating Hope Through Action'. It is a reminder that there is an alternative to suicide and aims to inspire confidence and light in all of us; that our actions, no matter how big or small, may provide hope to those who are struggling. Preventing suicide is often possible. Through action, we can all play a role in supporting those experiencing a suicidal crisis or those bereaved by suicide.How to participate in WSPD?World Health Suicide Prevention Day will take place on 10 September 2021.Go to the WSPD website to explore resources, education and gain a better understanding of WSPD - https://www.iasp.info/wspd2021/  Watch the IASP Step Closer Video - https://youtu.be/ndjcJAaOVdg  Light a candle to remember - https://www.iasp.info/wspd2021/light-a-candle/ You can find your host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Robert and I spoke of peace and equality for all, and the change you can choose. Robert shared about his journey and how he stepped into his passion and why that is important.As a dedicated yoga practitioner, photographer Robert Sturman has increasingly focused on capturing the timeless grace and embodied mindfulness of asana in his work.His portraits, whether set in the lively streets of Manhattan, the expansive beaches and canyons of Malibu, the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, the timeless elegance of Walden's New England, or the bleakness of San Quentin Prison, remind us that there is beauty everywhere.His stunning repertoire runs the gamut from yogis perched on rocks surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, to African orphans practicing yoga in Kenya, to breast cancer survivors, bare-chested and scarred. In addition, Sturman has worked extensively photographing war veterans who have embraced the practice of yoga to heal PTSD, in an effort to help change the heartbreaking statistics of veteran suicides each day.In Sturman's own words, "I often think of Rumi's words 'I can't stop pointing to the beauty.' That feels right to me." Sturman's honors include Official Artist of the 47th Annual Grammy Awards, 2010 FIFA World Cup Artist Representing America, and Official Artist 2008 United States Olympics. Sturman has been the subject of two separate New York Times articles celebrating his photographs of yoga from around the world.You can find Robert here:www.Robertsturmanstudio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/robertsturman/ https://www.facebook.com/Artist.Photografia   His ‘A Celebration of Humanity through theArt of Yoga Photography' Workshop can be found here:https://www.robertsturmanstudio.com/Workshop You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Nikki and I spoke of creativity and how it helps you to open up to other forms of creativity. As well as the ebb and flow of productivity and allowing ourselves the space for downtime.Nikki Starcat Shields is an author, book midwife, and leader of transformational writing retreats. She's also a licensed Pagan priestess. Nikki has had five non-fiction books published so far and is currently writing a contemporary fantasy series. She would love to help you give birth to your heart-centered book, whether it's a memoir, fiction, or self-help. Nikki specializes in bringing your unique voice - your expertise, your passions, your most cherished stories - to the page in a way that will engage and delight your readers. She also guides you to write your book in a way that supports you and helps you focus on your true priorities. Nikki teaches people to be Thriving Artists, writing their heartfelt books while also nurturing themselves and their creative lives. She lives in Maine and adores reading, cats, and spending time by the ocean.You can find Nikki here:https://nikkistarcatshields.com/  https://www.facebook.com/NikkiStarcatShieldsAuthorandBookMidwife  https://www.instagram.com/nikkistarcatshields/You can find your Host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Nicky and I spoke about being an outsider and looking at the world from a different perspective.Nicky Scorpio is a singer, songwriter, and producer. Born and raised in the bay area in an LGBTQ+ home. Currently residing in NYC.Nicky's music and message is about overcoming poverty, rising from depression, abuse, trauma, and what he learned growing up as an outsider, and how having a unique perspective taught him about how our society works. His focus and passion is creating a culture and universal family where we can respect and celebrate differences and mental health is respected and discussed.You can find Nicky here:www.Yonickyscorpio.comhttp://www.instagram.com/yonickyscorpiohttp://waw.tiktok.com/yonickyscorpiohttp://www.twitter.com/yonickyscorpiowww.thesophisticatedpsychos.com You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Katie and I talked about everything, and then some. How our minds work, how creativity opens us up, how to regenerate and move through the world.Katie is a multi-disciplinary artist who utilizes her voice to inspire change and transformation in people who want to make an impact on the world. She loves having deep human conversations using our voices to inspire connection, compassion, understanding, empathy, and whole-hearted wellness. She feels we all need to learn to give ourselves the grace and space to heal from trauma, breathe through the tough stuff, and create meaningful lives and love. This is exactly who she is and what she lives for. Katie is also a mental health advocate standing for ethics, morals, and values. She wrote a poetry book on love that focuses on all the beautiful elements of life untainted by trauma and mental health.You can find Katie here:Website: www.chonacas.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyriakiChonacas  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chonacas/   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/chonacas/ Things Katie mentioned:Her book a Lover's Fairytale at www.aloversfairytale.com Photographer Robert Sturman (his interview is coming) https://www.robertsturmanstudio.com/ www.mybodygraph.com Her EP's www.chonacas.com  Sophisticated Psychos https://www.thesophisticatedpsychos.com/ Dr. Joe Dispenza https://drjoedispenza.com/ Nicky Scorpio ‘Irregular' (his interview is coming)  https://yonickyscorpio.com/ One Strange Rock Docuseries hosted by Will Smith https://onestrangerock.com/ Mindvalley https://www.mindvalley.com/ The Republic by Plato Asana https://asana.com/ Shaman Harry Paul https://harrythehealer.net/ Fear = False Evidence Appears RealRichest Man in Babylon by George S. ClasonThe Sophisticated Psychos YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGof4G_siXSHCwW3DPzNqg She's All Over the Place Podcast https://podcast.chonacas.com/ You can find the host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Kerri and I spoke of healing, learning, creating, and becoming your best self by listening and learning from your own self. Kerri also shared about her new book ‘Healing the Mother Wound'.Kerri Hummingbird, Soul Guide and host of Soul Nectar Show, is the #1 international best-selling author of "The Second Wave: Transcending the Human Drama" and the award-winning best-selling book "Awakening To Me: One Woman's Journey To Self Love" which describes the early years of her spiritual awakening. Kerri inspires people to lead their lives wide awake with authenticity, passion, and purpose that positively impacts others. She catalyzes mind-shifts that transform life challenges into gifts of wisdom. Her newest book, already a #1 int'l bestseller, is called "Love Is Fierce: Healing the Mother Wound" and describes the most direct path to spiritual enlightenment.You can find Kerri here:www.motherwoundbook.com (receive 17 days of interviews for the Return of Mother Wisdom Series)www.kerrihummingbird.com  Podcast: www.soulnectar.show  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerri.hummingbird.sami  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerri.humm Free gift: Love Mastery Game, and oracle card game that explains the Love Lesson you're learning by a particular challenge.http://www.kerrihummingbird.com/playKerri mentioned The Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizThe Gene Keys by Richard RuddYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Rachel and I talked about changing careers, finding our passion, and being true to our authentic ourselves.Rachel West is a Personal Growth Coach, Certified Trainer, Breakthrough Expert, Speaker, Best Selling Author, and the Founder of Empowering Growth. She is a certified Master Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Master Time Line Therapy Practitioner. She volunteers at Safe House in Las Vegas and is a Certified Domestic Violence Victims Advocate. Rachel is passionate about helping individuals ready to transform themselves and to transform their life by helping identify what holds them back in the areas of life they struggle with the most. She helps broaden their perspectives and understands firsthand how releasing negative mental, emotional and behavioral programming helps one feel, hear and see new possibilities and focusing this new mindset and toolset to get results at a much higher level. You can find Rachel here:Website www.empoweringgrowthcoach.com  Facebook Rachel West https://www.facebook.com/rachel.west.779857/ Empowering Growth https://www.facebook.com/egcoachlvGroup https://www.facebook.com/groups/615903069164775  You can find your host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Riana and I spoke about the ten childhood traumas that affect us as adults and how we learn about relationships in life. Plus a few tips on what we can do to make changes.Riana Milne is a Certified, Global Life and Love Trauma Recovery Coach, a CertifiedClinical Trauma & Addictions Professional, a Certified Mindfulness Coach, a #1 Bestselling Author, the Host of her own Podcast called ‘Lessons in Life & Love', an Educational Speaker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 21 years living in Palm Beach County, Florida.She was also a Life & Dating Coach for the Docu-Series; Radical Dating- Finding Lasting Love Over 40 (and her client is now happily married!). Riana specializes in helping those who have had past Childhood or Love Relationship Trauma to Heal, Transform & Thrive; leading them to Create the Life They Desire & to Have the Love They Deserve! She offers Coaching programs for both Straight & LGBTQ Singles & Couples globally for ages 16-76. Riana's #1 Bestseller, LOVE Beyond Your Dreams- Break Free from Toxic Relationships to Have the Love You Deserve - and - LIVE Beyond Your Dreams - from Fear and Doubt to Personal Power, Purpose, and success addresses Lifes Difficult Transitions, Personal Transformation, The Mindset for Success, and having Loving Conscious Relationships with yourself and others.You can find Riana here:https://larissarussell.krtra.com/t/ZPjCY4BkvSdT Facebook: Coach Riana MilneFree Gift - Free Love Test for Singles and Coupleshttps://rianamilne.com/quiz/ You can find the host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Robert and I spoke of the healing aspects of creativity and stepping out of that linear thinking to create a life you love.Robert A. Belle is a transformational speaker, author and ACCA Qualified Accountant. He helps people who feel stuck in their career or life journey to break away from the “norm” and find new paths that reveal their true value. He is on a global mission to help individuals who feel inferior and have given up on their dreams to think freely, create unapologetically and live abundantly. He focuses on dismantling the line between licensed professionals and the creative world.You can find Robert Here:https://twitter.com/Robert_A_Belle  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-belle-acca-creativity-speaker/  https://web.facebook.com/RobertAgufanaBelle  https://www.instagram.com/robert_A_Belle  https://m.youtube.com/user/BlackRobb55  https://robertabelle.com/Roberts Free Gift to youFREE download to learn about the creative journeyhttps://mailchi.mp/ce4a0dc12e5d/blowthelidoff  You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

ST (pronounced Esty) and I had a great conversation about challenging our minds, stepping out of our own way, and overcoming obstacles.ST Rappaport is a Relationship Photographer, Creative Journal Expressive Arts Coach, and host of the LifePix Relationships Podcast. After observing, listening, and connecting with so many couples, ST is on a mission to find out what makes relationships work and how they can become extraordinary and is on a mission to help 1 million couples by the end of 2025Right/Left Brain QuestionsWho are you?How do you feel?Why do you feel this way?What can I do to help you?You can find ST here:www.Lifepixrelationships.com   TikTok: @lifepixrelationshipsYou can find your host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Gloria and I talked about love and acceptance for self and others. We need to step into loving ourselves and that opens us up to accepting others.Known as the Insightful Copywriter, Gloria Grace Rand shows service-based entrepreneurs how to gain clarity, confidence, and connection to your divine nature, so you can create a business with more Impact, Influence, and Income. Gloria is also an inspirational speaker and author of the Amazon #1 international best-seller “Live. Love. Engage. - How to Stop Doubting Yourself and Start Being Yourself.”You can find Gloria here:website: www.gloriarand.com  FB & IG: @gloriagracerandFree Gift: Free guide called Uniquely You! Move from Self-doubt to Self-love in 4 simple steps. https://gloriarand.com/claim-gift/ You can find your host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Corbie and I spoke about the psychic world and her 50 years of experience. Corbie is a Cancer Dancer and has moved forward in life to share her passion for helping people.Note: something/someone came through and I have no idea how or who. Listen in and see if you can hear it. What are they saying?Corbie Mitleid is a Certified Tarot Master, psychic medium, teacher, and ordained minister. Reading for almost 50 years, she is a full-time intuitive counselor with clients worldwide. Corbie is a featured channel in Robert Schwartz's breakthrough series on Karma and pre-birth planning, Your Soul's Plan, Your Soul's Gift, and the upcoming Your Soul's Love.You can find Corbie here:Website: https://corbiemitleid.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firethroughspirit  Twitter: https://twitter.com/CorbieMitleid  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/cmitleid/  Instagram: https://instagram.com/corbie_mitleid/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pub/corbie-mitleid/6Corbie's free gift Download a free chapter of her books by going to https://corbiemitleid.com/ You can find your host Larissa Russell Here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Candy and I spoke of journeying through change and what we can take forward with us and what we need to accept has changed.Award-winning author Candy Leigh, mindset coach, and yoga instructor was in the aftermath of her divorce and trying to support her three kids when she got laid off not once, BUT TWICE, from the SAME COMPANY after a 20-year career. All this while she was physically recovering from back surgery and emotionally recovering from her home getting robbed TWICE!Candy was at her breaking point, devastated and not sure what to do next, so she literally got in her car and started driving in an attempt to get lost and hopefully, finally find herself.Her book, Finding Life In Between, takes readers on the ride of her recovery journey. It contains real-life examples of the inner work that we can choose to do to develop the mindset to survive the jolts of life.You can find Candy here;www.CandyLeigh.comCandy has offered a free gift: Life Balance Quizwww.LifeBalanceQuiz.comYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:www.creativeu.ca/ www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Kate and I spoke of how the sedentary life of Covid is wreaking havoc on our bodies, and how movement can inspire our creativity.Kate is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and a community health researcher. She has spent almost 30 years as a professional Health Promoter and health educator. Along the journey, Kate has advocated for the importance of how physical health impacts our mental health and how movement can maximize our learning and creativity. She helps women feel strong and capable in their bodies, regardless of age or functional level, by integrating movement, exercise, mindfulness, and self-compassion.You can find Kate here:https://www.agesister.comhttps://www.instagram.com/agesister/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY2IOIYUtjty-BLZacRnaQQhttps://twitter.com/CardeaHealthhttps://www.facebook.com/agesister

Hali and I spoke of nature as the muse, and creativity as the healer. We also spoke of the perceived value of the arts.Hali Karla is an artist, creative practice guide, transformation coach, and practicing contemplative. Passionate about the intersection of art, healing and spirituality, she offers courses and encouragement in intuitive painting, creative practice development, art+soul connections, and holistic perspectives that are grounded in presence, inspired with freedom, and infused with a sense of sacred joy+purpose.You can find Hali here;https://HaliKarla.comhttps://www.instagram.com/halikarla/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW9SETOypjvAX5WEILIGG2Ahttp://facebook.com/halikarlaartYou can find your host Larissa here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Kimberly and I spoke about spirit guiding her to where she needed to go in life, and how she found and started to use her mystic gift.Kimberly Crowe is an Everyday MysticKimberly is an internationally known visionary teacher, artist and transformational healer with 30 years' experience. She's a Code activator and is the Sacred Witness to the Inner Awakened Mastery ("I Am") Retonements.Guided by your authentic power Kimberly can tap directly into your soul to help you achieve your purpose and passions in life. With precise inner vision and loving compassion, Kimberly will work with you to identify and release energetic blocks and imbalances that have kept you limited. She can assist you in letting go of fear and negative thought patterns so you can truly live your most passionate and successful life!Kimberly witnesses the matrices of the Divine (and not so Divine). She uses this awareness to transmit multidimensional healing frequencies infused in Light Codes. She assists the awakening of your Mastery purpose for its highest expression, bypassing the mind strongholds and clearing obstacles to destiny embodiment. She can help you achieve your heart's desires by tuning into, clearing and harmonizing your unique energy system. Her true gift is she sees the gift that you are within your full potential.You can find Kimberly here:https://kimberlycrowe.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5isCqPk8U8LUhOTSIhiEVAhttps://www.facebook.com/Kimberly-Crowe-Inner-Awakened-Mastery-315557911929653Tik Tok: IAM Kimberly CroweYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Caron and I spoke of her journey from being shot in the face and moving into healing and the importance of sharing our stories.A survivor of gun violence and one of BBC's 2018 Outlook Inspirations nominees, Caron Asgarali is an author and speaker from Marabella, Trinidad. Her mission is to transform hurt into hope by using the power of storytelling to inspire and motivate others. Her books include From Lion to Lamb, A Spiritual Journey, Bounce Back Better, 10 (+1) Key Steps for Building Resilience and Hot Cocoa on a Rainy Day, 10 (+1) Stories to Warm Your Heart.You can find Caron here:https://caronrasgarali78691029.wordpress.com/https://www.instagram.com/caronasgarali/channel/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPLDEcjhAyh5kVNfG8fxzQQ https://twitter.com/CaronRAsgaralihttps://www.facebook.com/CaronAsgaraliInspiration/

Susan and I talked about the healing aspects of creativity and why we need creativity in our lives. We also talked about what it means to be an Artist.Susan is a printmaker, online art tutor, author, and also a yoga teacher. She has published a number of books on art and creativity as well as delivering online courses and a special ‘Inspire' membership group that helps to keep people inspired on a regular basis.Susan loves to combine mindfulness and yoga with sketching and believes that art can have a wonderful power to heal and to help us to relax and enjoy life a little more.One of her BIG projects is an annual sketchbook challenge (01 Jan each year) that invites absolutely anyone and everyone to join in and sketch every day for 30 days in a row on a set prompt. Susan sells her own prints and work via her website and teaches all her techniques (and specialisms in Linocut) online as well.You can find Susan here:web: www.susanyeates.co.ukinsta: www.instagram.com/learninglinocut You can find your host Larissa Russell here:www.creativeu.ca/ www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Lois and I talked about her amazing story from terror to forgiveness. Raped, beaten, and left for dead, she was able to confront her attacker and forgive them and let it go.Lois Wagner is a Speaker/Storyteller. Mentor. Inspirer. Learning/training facilitator and Empowering coach (Acronym – SMILE).She helps people move from victim to survivor to thriver and beyond to freedom after facing a life or business challenge or adversity. Come SMILE with Lois and fly free as she takes you on a journey of healing. You can find Lois here:Web: http://walkingwithoutskin.com/  Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/www.walkingwithoutskin/  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/c/LoisWagnerCoachingConversationsforChange  Her book: Walking without Skin is available on AmazonFree Gift: Forgiveness Checklist:http://walkingwithoutskin.com/ You can find your host Larissa Russell here;www.creativeu.ca/ www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Sage and I talked about being authentic and showing up without worrying about being perfect. Show up and do the work.Sage Adderley-Knox is masterful at helping people on their writing journey. She has over 16 years of self-publishing and book marketing experience. She travels throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond to lead zine and writing workshops at various high schools, colleges, and universities. Sage is super passionate about writing, teaching, and networking with other creative people.Sage resides in the magical land of Olympia, Washington, where she swoons over the breathtaking view of Mount Rainier. As well as being a writing coach and published author, she's a single mom of three, a coffee lover, and a vintage typewriter collector. Sage is passionate about kindness and snail-mail.You can find Sage here:Author CoachFounder Tell Your Stories PublishingFounder of Finding the Writer WithinFounder Sweet Candy Distro & Press You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Nikol and I talked about when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. As well as, the great debate of ‘is a Cricut a want or a need’?Nikol Wikman lives in Victoria, BC Canada with her husband and two children. She has been an artist for as long as she can remember. She loved art class in school and spent hours upon hours sketching. As Nikol grew up she experimented with different creative avenues, sewing, sculpting, stained glass, beading, making jewelry. Anything to feed the creative yearning in her soul. In her 20's Nikol decided to try painting again (which she hadn't done since high school). She painted simple pieces for her apartment and loved it! It was so fun to grab a canvas, throw some paint on it and have her own unique piece of art! For a few years she painted here and there but nothing too serious. After her son was born she was struggling a little bit, lonely as a new mom. Nikol decided to make a point of painting (almost) daily. It was one of the best decisions she ever made! In the studio(aka her dining room) she felt she had found herself again! Nikol loved it so much she couldn't stop. The process of playing with pure liquid colour does something to her heart that nothing else does. She never gets bored of it. When she paints she feels joyful and free! 12 years later she has painted hundreds(maybe even thousands!) of paintings. Nikol has been able to connect and share her love of art with like-minded souls from around the world. She has sent paintings to far-off places she'll maybe never get to visit herself! Nikol feels so lucky and grateful every day for what art has brought into her life.You can find Nikol here:nikolwikman@gmail.comYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Elizabeth and I spoke about meditation, creativity, and the importance of having a morning ritual.Elizabeth's true passion is health and wellness through connecting the power of body, mind, and soul. For over 25 years she has enjoyed seeing life transformations with individuals seeking inner peace, confidence, health, and wellness. Elizabeth helps individuals identify the best tools and techniques to unlock the life they most desire.She offers her clients and audience the tools to implement into everyday lives to attract great experiences, build strong healthy relationships, find more joy, health, and happiness with a renewed passion for life by shifting the focus on desires rather than on what they don't want. As a holistic life coach, energy practitioner, and business consultant some of the core foundations she incorporates into a session are a combination of life & success strategies, essential oils, crystals, meditation, Reiki, spiritual guidance, and Energy medicine bringing balance to the body, mind, and soul. Through the Magnificent Mamas community, private coaching sessions, Reiki & Energy Healing, Soul healing circles, workshops, online programs, and videos you'll discover practical ways to master your mind, love deeper, and connect with your soul purpose.You can find Elizabeth here:https://www.magnificentmamas.com/https://www.instagram.com/elizabethannesanchez/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCepCvMlbYaO_0sh4IYSkTlghttps://www.facebook.com/elizabethAsanchezwisdom/You can find your host Larissa Russell here:www.CreativeU.ca

Nasreen and I spoke about creativity and listening to our own path, following what feeds us, and more.Author coach Nasreen Variyawa is a three times Amazon best-selling author and currently spends her time coaching aspiring authors into realizing their first published books. An editor and ghostwriter too, her newly established consultancy Nasreeniology Pro Authoring is responsible for at least 17 books in 7 years. Her span of work includes memoir, self-development, creative nonfiction, poetry, and short story fiction.Nasreen is also a popular choice for online talk shows and has made appearances on various online and radio talk shows. She has also made various written contributions to online magazines and articles, the most popular of them being BBN Times. She is a finalist for the Golden Door Awards 2020 and the Story to Screen Awards 2020 as well.Her newest release is a book called Exceptional Authors are Authentic, written for aspiring authors who must have the correct lifestyle and mindset-oriented approach to their writing careers. It has released in South Africa and is set for release internationally soon.You can find Nasreen here:https://www.nasreeniology.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nasreeniologyhttps://www.facebook.com/authornasreenvFree Book  Rekindle your writing sparkhttps://www.nasreeniology.comYou can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Alisha and I talked about the messages that keep us going, and how grateful we are for those who follow and join in what we do.Alisha Wielfaert is a creativity, transitions, and resiliency coach who lives by the motto “We rise by lifting others”.  She is the creator of the Yoke and Abundance Wise Women Wednesday interviews, panels, and podcast.  Alisha spent 11 years as an award-winning internal wholesaler in the life insurance industry.  Early in her career in corporate America Alisha became a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and founded Greensboro Downtown Yoga.  While juggling a successful full-time job and running her own business Alisha discovered the tools she used to spark creative endeavors and bring mindfulness into her days were the very tools that made her most successful in all other aspects of her life.   She is a certified Positive Psychology Practitioner and recently named one of the Triad Business Journal’s 40 under 40. Alisha is an avid traveler, writer, and speaker who enjoys working with anyone who has a propensity to take action towards their dreams.  You can find Alisha here:www.yokeandabundance.comhttps://www.instagram.com/yokeandabundance/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK9_AZdvCpn6GkkwQz3j49ghttps://twitter.com/AlishaWielfaerthttps://www.facebook.com/yokeandabundancehttps://www.pinterest.com/awielfaert/_created/You can find your host Larissa Russell here:https://www.creativeu.ca/https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/

Jackie and I had a wonderful conversation about morning routines, and what it takes to move forward in life.Jackie Johnson is a Holistic Brand Strategist who founded Wildling Botanicals, Wildling Herbs, and Wildling Dreams Consulting. Through her businesses, she has created proprietary body care and herbal supplement products from homegrown, clean ingredients she farms herself. Jackie's credentials also include a 15-year career in business, helping grow retail, hospitality, and fitness companies before striking out on her own to create luxury wellness products she wasn't finding in the marketplace. She brings a much-needed perspective to the beauty world by joining nature and business together, so that she can empower others to continue growing into the #wildbeauty they already are inside and out.You can Find Jackie Here:www.wildlingbotanicals.com You can find your host Larissa here:https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/ 

Serena and I talked about her love of fluid mediums, and also the healing work she does to help people through grief.Serena is an Alcohol Ink & Mixed Media artist and teacher. Originally from Montreal, she currently calls Edmonton, Alberta home.In addition to teaching in-person workshops, she also teaches e-courses and regularly presents at online conferences. In 2018 she launched the popular YouTube channel, "Alcohol Inks: A-Z"Serena is also a Registered Nurse who has worked as a CPR and First Aid instructor for several years. She has taught thousands of students from all walks of life; her experience as an adult educator has given her the ability to share her love of art with others by inspiring them and nurturing their love of art.Serena is currently a contributor for the Alcohol Ink Art Society. She is known for her water-inspired work, and for her love of blue.You can find Serena here:http://www.serenawebber.comhttp://www.instagram.com/serenawebberstudiohttp://www.facebook.com/serenawebberstudioWhere you can find your host Larissa Russell:www.CreativeU.ca  www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca YouTube: Creative U 

Malva and I talked about organizing our way to creativity and how moving from chaos to organization has helped her creativity.Malva Gasowski is an international business trainer, coach, and speaker for corporate soft HR skills. She is an international best-selling author and summit host. She is also a parenting coach and couples counselor working with parents and couples from all walks of life implementing the positive parenting approach to building closeness in the family. She helps women become happy moms, with a positive home and balanced work-life. She helps dads be fulfilled in their parenting roles as well as helping them manage their team at work. She helps couples find their spark and resolve their issues to build a passionate and loving partnership. She helps single people grow a loving relationship with themselves to feel fulfilled in their life.As an international business trainer and coach, She helps people achieve success in their companies (top international corporations). She conducted training sessions, speeches, and coaching sessions, among others, in talent management, communication, negotiation, people management, motivation and evaluation of employees, techniques of preparing and conducting presentations, self-presentation, mindfulness and well-being, stress management, training in critical and analytical thinking, conflict resolution and cooperation in business, training, beauty, services and production sectors of the industry. Creator of Coaching - Mother and all a community of support for couples and parents in their journey of building positive relationships at home and at work.Malva’s passion is to make the world a better place through communication and creating a successful business while being a fulfilled parent and happy couple.Where to find Malva:https://www.coaching-mother-and-all.com/https://www.instagram.com/coaching.mother.and.all/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCawWBoHVgvskt5r31nv7Svwhttps://www.facebook.com/coaching.mother.and.allWhere you can find your host Larissa Russell:www.CreativeU.ca www.facebook.com/CreativeU.cawww.instagram.com/creativeu.cawww.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotcaYouTube: Creative U

Jessica and I had a great conversation about the process of art healing. She has worked to know and trust her path and follow her passion. Jessica was a presenter at our Loving-Healing-Creating Summit in February.Jessica Malli Mercier is a long-time creative soul, a mixed media artist, as well as a graphic designer. Her goal is to inspire others to be free in their creative process. When creating an art journal, the end result isn't the most important part, it is the time that we take to make art, and the telling of our stories that should take precedent. It is a special place to express emotions, fears, joys, and things that we love. It is an opportunity to document your life, a safe haven for your inner thoughts and feelings, and the time that we take to free ourselves in the creation process can be very powerful. This form of art is open to so much experimentation and passion. It is a brilliant exercise for people and artists trying to find their style, and are just beginning or are unsure of their level of talent. Art journaling has been such an important part of her life as a woman and as an artist simultaneously and she loves to share things that she has learned in her own journey through this medium.You can find Jess here;www.sketchedandsealed.com/freeartclubhttps://www.instagram.com/sketchedandsealed/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsneNIA4EfsEczdE_HFUXFghttps://www.facebook.com/sketchedandsealedYou can find your host Larissa Russell here;https://www.creativeu.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/CreativeU.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/creativeu.ca/ https://www.pinterest.ca/CreativeUdotca/