Creator's Therapy

DJ takes us on a deep dive into his favorite movie of all time, "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty". He shares how this film resonates with his own creative journey and invites listeners to watch it if they haven't already. DJ delves into the emotions and experiences that connect us as creators, expressing the struggle between imagination and the necessity of embracing real-life situations. Throughout the episode, DJ ponders the challenges of pressing record on a podcast without carefully planning every detail. He shares his discomfort and the realization that perfection should never hinder us from taking the next step. Instead, he encourages us to embrace the process of improvement and break free from the constraints of over-analysis. As DJ reflects on his own journey from being a behind-the-scenes observer to stepping into the spotlight, he shares his passion for storytelling, creativity, and the intriguing study of human behavior. Find out how his personal experiences, including his parents' divorce, have shaped his desire to understand what drives individuals' actions. Whether you're a longtime listener of Creator's Therapy or joining him for the first time, this episode provides an intimate glimpse into DJ's philosophy and journey as a creator. It's an engaging and thought-provoking conversation that reminds us of the importance of embracing discomfort and discovering our unique creative paths. We hope you enjoy this episode and find inspiration in DJ's story and reflections. As always, we appreciate your support and encourage you to share Creator's Therapy with fellow creators and those in need of a dose of inspiration. Stay tuned for more episodes that dive deep into the hearts and minds of creatives, unraveling the intricacies of their journeys and offering therapeutic insights for both creators and consumers alike.

This week I talk to my new friend Maya Brooks, award-winning Product Manager, Educator, Speaker, and Entrepreneur. She’s a Product Manager at IFundWomen, a crowdfunding ecosystem for women-led businesses. We get into a great conversation around changing careers, being an Entrepreneur, and making a difference.   here you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy Youtube: Creator's Therapy    Where you can find Maya: Twitter: @mayanoelle1 Email: Maya@ifundwomen.com Instagram: @ifundwomen Website: www.ifundwomen.com   Where you can find the host: Instagram:@justcallmedj twitter: @_justcallmedj_   To find more info about the CT Family go to our website  www.thecreatorstherapy.com

There's one BIG difference between me and Thomas Edison...besides the obvious. In this episode I talk about some important lessons that failure can teach us and how we can become successful.      Where you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy Youtube: Creator's Therapy   Where you can find the host: Instagram:@justcallmedj twitter: @_justcallmedj_

What's up CT Fam! With the Pandemic hitting us hard I wanted to give you some helpful tips for getting through this thing with your wits intact! I hope everyone is staying safe and staying healthy!      If you want more from Creator's Therapy be sure to visit the Youtube channel!       Connect with me! Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/justcallmedj/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/creatorstherapy/

This week I talk to my friend Lauren Fleming, an entrepreneur building a business as a Virtual Assistant. We go in deep talking about fear, challenging your thoughts, and leaning into the identity as an entrepreneur. Lauren and I also give you a few tips on how to keep focused when you work as your own boss.    here you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy Youtube: Creator's Therapy    Where you can find Lauren: Instagram:@laurenelizabeth.co Website:laurenelizabeth.co   Where you can find the host: Instagram:@justcallmedj twitter: @_justcallmedj_   To find more info about the CT Family go to our website  www.thecreatorstherapy.com

The first episode of 2020! Finally. A new episode. What has taken so long?  This week John and I sit down and talk about where he started on his creative journey, self discovery, the heart behind creating, and how to get out of your own way when creating. Get out your pens and papers, kids! This is going to be a good one!    Where you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy Youtube: Creator's Therapy    Where you can find John: Instagram: @johnmediana Youtube: John Mediana Podcast: Divine Hustle   Where you can find the host: Instagram:@justcallmedj twitter: @_justcallmedj_   To find more info about the CT Family go to our website  www.thecreatorstherapy.com

This week I talk to a very good friend of mine, Darwin Johnson. Darwin is an MMA fighter and an Elementary School PE Teacher. His pursuit of his dreams starts at 4AM nearly every morning and he hits the ground running...or punching. Darwin talks about fighting through fear, how his experiences have shaped his perception of his own abilities as a person, and his inspiration for wanting to work with the students he works with now. Darwin also tells about his first experience in his recent MMA debut at the XKO Summer Bash this past July.    You can follow Darwin's story here: Instagram   If you're in the DFW area and are interested in trying out MMA Fitness Fight Factory   If you want to see more or get connected with the CT Family go ahead and check out these links: Instagram Facebook Website Youtube Channel

It has been far too long since a new episode has come out! Let's not do that again. Coming at you with a fresh episode - courtesy of Youtube. That's right, Creator's Therapy has a Youtube channel as well! In this episode I talk about the five things I have learned about the Creative Process.    1. Capitalize On Your Inspiration - Don’t be afraid to put things aside to make time. 2. Don’t Wait For Inspiration - Sometimes you have to put yourself in a creative atmosphere. 3. Learn How To Handle Criticism - Handling criticism, and getting constructive feedback are important to learning how to honing your craft. 4. See Your Project Through - Create when you don’t “feel” like it. Creativity takes work. 5. Share Your Work - Share it! You worked hard on it, you deserve to share it! ——————————————————- Have a question or have a topic you want talked about on the Channel? Head to the website and let me know! www.TheCreatorsTherapy.com   #CreativeProcess #HowToBeMoreCreative --------------------------------------- ↓ Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, & RATE! ↓ Connect with me!Instagram – http://www.instagram.com/wildindeed Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/creatorstherapy

Probably one of the coolest conversations yet! This week I talk to Chelsey Barmore Brunelle, an educator, singer, and writer. She gives us her origin story of how she was led into education seeing a need around her, both here, and abroad. We get into some great conversation about education and how we can foster creativity within the younger creatives around us. If you're a parent or a teacher - this one is for you!    Where you can find Chelsey: Instagram @life_like_chels  And see what her students are doing too! Instagram @sae_electric Website electriclitmag.com   Where you can find Creator's Therapy Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy   Where you can find DJ: Instagram: @wildindeed Youtube: wildindeed

Drew Shafer joins the show this week to talk about the creative process. Drew has been a freelance creative for more than a decade and brings a ton of wisdom and insight to how we think about creativity and the obstacles in the midst of that. There are so many good pieces of wisdom in this episode so get out your pens and papers, kids! This is gonna be a good one.    Where you can find Drew:  Instagram:@drew.shafer Website: www.drew-shafer.com   Where you can find Creator's Therapy Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy   Where you can find DJ: Instagram: @wildindeed Youtube: wildindeed

A little different week - just a couple of good ole stories with DJ. This week I talk about how much fear makes a difference in how we approach each opportunity we have. Fear really only has one answer to every question: "no". Is this really how we want to go about things? Life, like art, is about risks!  This one's a good one because, thanks to Trader Joe's cold brew coffee, I. Am. Wired!    Enjoy!  Share your story at thecreatorstherapy.com  You can also connect with me or the CT Family on Instagram Me:@wildindeed Creators Therapy: @creatorstherapy

I *google hangout* with Kenzie Pearce, owner of Maywood Photography in Abilene Texas. This is one of my favorite conversations so far. Kenzie gives us her origin story, how she dropped out of college, used photography as a way to capture fleeting moments, then later, built a brand and a business. Kenzie is someone whose style and talent is specific to her, her story, and the moments that shaped her. She gives us tips on how to find our own style as photographers and how important it is to continuously challenge yourself to evolve, if we're going to copy a style - how/why we should do it correctly. Seriously - if you’ve ever taken a photo of anything, you want to hear this conversation.   Where you can find Kenzie Instagram: @maywood.photography Facebook: Maywood Photography Website: www.maywoodphotography.com   Where you can find the host Instagram: @wildindeed Twitter: @wildindeed Youtube: WildIndeed   Where you can find more of Creator’s Therapy Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator’s Therapy Website: www.thecreatorstherapy.com

This week I talk to accomplished poet, creative writer, and editor, Leslie Marie Aguilar. She is one of my dearest and oldest friends - one of my creative heroes! She and I both come from the heartland of West Texas so you know our kinship runs deep. Her creative journey has taken her to all kinds of places, both in life, and in her career. We get transparent in talking about creativity, culture shock, the fear and anxiety that comes from those transitions, the incredible need for self-awareness, and how that can make us better artists. Honestly - there's so much to this episode. If you're a young, tortured artist, this one's for you; So get out your pens and papers kids, this is gonna be a good one!   Where you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy thecreatorstherapy.com   Where you can find Leslie: Instagram: @leslie.m.aguilar lesliemarieaguilar.com   Where you can find the host: Instagram: @wildindeed twitter: @wildindeed  

Ep.2 - I get my first guest on the show and I couldn't have picked a better one. I invite John Mediana onto the show. If I got to pick a big brother, this guy would be it!    John gives us his origin story from being adopted, to working in his Dad's shop, learning to appreciate the process of getting better. He admired photographers and cinematographers from a very early age and did his best to emulate them, even when his friends told him to give up on trying to be a photographer. This guy is a born hustler and someone I look up to. We met nearly 5 years ago and I haven't stopped bugging him since. Hear, as we discuss, why it's important that you know who you are and create from there, rather than creating for what people think you are. We talk about the importance of creating for you and not for the likes. John also gives us some help on figuring how we can manage our side hustles when we've got to work a day job! I'm so excited to get into it with this dude - get out your pens and papers kids, this is gonna be a good one!   Where you can find Creator's Therapy: Instagram: @creatorstherapy Facebook: Creator's Therapy   Where you can find John: Instagram: @johnmediana Youtube: John Mediana Podcasts: Divine Hustle   Where you can find the host: Instagram: @wildindeed twitter: @wildindeed   To find more info about the CT Family go to our website  www.thecreatorstherapy.com  

Episode 1 - Feeling Understood   Welcome to the Creator's Therapy podcast, where our stories hold our cure. Creator's Therapy is hosted by DJ Acevedo, aka: WildIndeed - who is an associate therapist, a content creator, a photographer, videographer, brand builder, and a story teller. This is a place where creatives get their biggest questions answered. Where worlds meet, where we discover how to go deeper in our creative endeavors. This is a place where we hear from some of best creatives around to hear about who they are, where they came from, and get the pieces of wisdom they have discovered along the way while also learning about what makes us, us.  In this Episode, DJ introduces what Creator's Therapy is all about while also giving you a little glimpse into his story and how we got to where we are today.  Our stories hold our cure. As well as we know ourselves, we still have so much to learn. The more I’ve learned about human behavior and the more I’ve gotten to know people, especially creative people, the more I have felt a need. As a creative I have felt misunderstood. As a therapist I have felt the urgency to understand. So Creator’s Therapy is a series of conversations, sessions, rants, and random thoughts in an effort to help cultivate other creatives, forward thinkers, entrepreneurs, and the rest of us misfit lot that need to feel like there are others just like us out there. Creator’s Therapy is going to be more than a podcast, it’s a community. A tribe.   -----Let's Connect!-----   Facebook: Creator's Therapy  Instagram: Creator's Therapy   DJ's links Instagram: WildIndeed Twitter: WildIndeed Youtube: WildIndeed