Podcasts about creative purpose

In this heartfelt episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace shares a little story from the beginning of a podcasting summit in L.A. — a moment that became soul-level confirmation that she was exactly where she was meant to be.A beautiful woman Candace had previously recorded an episode with — where they talked about her late husband — shared that months later, when she finally felt ready to listen, she went to his grave and listened to the episode with him.  When Candace told her, “That is so, so special,” she replied with words that landed deeply: “Candace, every single podcast you do is that special.”In that moment, Candace realized she didn't need downloads, or success metrics as affirmation. She only needed to keep creating from love, from flow, and from what felt true and authentic.This episode is a reminder that when we trust our path and create from the heart — in our own unique way — magic has a way of finding us in divine timing.

Music has lived in every corner of Numilly's life. Poetry from his sister. English lessons from his parents. Music sessions with his brother. Creativity wasn't a hobby — it was a household language. In this episode of The Rodriguez Show, Numilly traces his path from Anaheim to the Congo and back, sharing how his family roots shaped the artist he's become. He opens up about mapping out his career from the very beginning, learning the discipline behind a real rollout, and the moment he conquered fear during his first-ever performance: trembling onstage with a ukulele, then finding explosive confidence once the music began. We talk identity, culture, the OC music scene, the art of planning, and the courage it takes to evolve. As he steps into new lanes like modeling and acting, Numilly remains committed to representing his roots and pushing his sound forward. In this episode: • Growing up in a creative Congolese household • The nerves and breakthrough of his first school performance • Why planning changed his entire approach to music • His evolution as a hip-hop & R&B artist since 2010 • Thoughts on AI, collaboration, and today's music trends • Exploring acting, modeling, and future creative paths • Advice for young artists building their confidence Tap in and journey with an artist who's building his future with intention, heart, and cultural pride.     @numillyyy on instagram

In this fun and energising conversation, I speak with the remarkable Cecilia Bawler a woman who manages to wear many hats with grace, humour and wholeheartedness! Cecilia is a teacher, actor, playwright, runner, mother, wife, and most recently a trainee celebrant preparing to officiate her friend's wedding next year.She's also someone deeply committed to her own wellbeing. Cecilia shares how she navigates a life full of creative and professional commitments, keeping herself grounded through positive mindset, structured self-care, reflection, healthy lifestyle choices, and the courage to continually recalibrate what she needs.We talk about her journey into acting and writing,  including recently writing and directing her latest play, and the powerful shift she's experienced after one year alcohol-free as well as maintaining a vegan lifestyle, both of which have supported her physical, emotional and mental clarity.Cecilia also emphasises  that wellbeing isn't one-size-fits-all, it's about finding the lifestyle that best supports your energy, balance, and inner alignment.This episode brings warmth, wisdom, creative fire and practical insight into how to live intentionally while navigating a full, beautiful, and very busy life.

In this episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, I sit down with Laurie Roberts, founder of Larry Roberts Chicago — a textile brand reimagining the original artwork of her late husband, artist Larry Roberts. We talk about Laurie and Larry's extraordinary love story, how she transformed her grief into a creative legacy, and what it means to preserve an artist's vision after loss. Laurie shares how she translates fine art into rugs, fabrics, and wallcoverings, and how her business model — which donates 50% of proceeds to arts education — continues to give back. Laurie also draws on her 20+ years in interior design to share advice for creatives building brands that balance beauty, meaning, and impact. ✨ Learn more about Laurie and Larry Roberts Chicago:https://larryrobertschicago.com Check out The Next Chapter Travel and book your next dream getaway: https://www.thenextchaptertravel.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this eye-opening conversation, Robyn is joined by one of her very first clients, self-taught mixed media artist Laura Madden, to share her journey of transformation from fitness to life coaching, and ultimately answering her calling in the arts.This episode explores:How Laura transitioned from fitness to life coachingFinding the alignment between your gifts and your soulWhy we start with the neo-personality profileHarnessing creativity through upcyclingBringing beauty into the worldFinding fulfillment through artLaura's turning point toward visibilityWhy many artists struggle with self-consciousnessHow art is often dismissed as just a hobbyWomen's fear of invisibility and becoming irrelevantMaking life changes through art reveals a deeper purpose. You're not weird for following what fulfills your heart — it's a process of becoming.Love what you're hearing?Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screenshot to Robyn. Each month, one listener will receive a Scroll of Recognition—a custom energetic blessing, activation, or intuitive message written just for you.Laura Madden is a self-taught mixed media artist based in Phoenix, Arizona. Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, she reimagines reclaimed materials and found objects—items that might otherwise be dismissed as disreputable or disposable—as the foundation of her artistic practice. In 2019, she made the decision to pursue art professionally after recognizing it as her true life's calling. Madden's creative path began with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Physiology from the University of New Hampshire, where she graduated summa cum laude. She spent 15 years working in the fitness industry before transitioning into sustainable fashion— a field that continues to inform her work. Drawing inspiration from her passion for the environment, design, and the intersection of beauty and sustainability, Madden creates layered, textural works that are both elegant and evocative.Connect with Laura Madden:Website: https://www.lauramaddenstudio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauramaddenstudioRobyn McKay, PhD, is an award-winning therapist and psychospiritual advisor who teaches and leads at the intersection of psychology × spirituality × energetics. With deep roots in clinical psychology and a lifetime of living at the crossroads of intuition and credentials, she is a rare bridge between science and soul, credentials and codes, strategy and spirit.Early in her career, Robyn served as a university psychologist before stepping into her broader calling as a guide for high performers, creatives, and seekers. She addresses a wide spectrum of human experience — healing trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and ADHD in women; accessing spiritual gifts; and navigating existential crossroads.Having sold $2.5M+ in retreats and private intensives, Robyn is now architecting an entirely new category of retreats: expert-led, trauma-informed, miracle-level. She helps credentialed, neurodivergent, and spiritually awake women leaders design transformational retreats that carry depth, meaning, and lasting impact.Connect with Dr. Robyn McKay:LinkedIn: Robyn McKay, PhDFacebook: Dr. Robyn McKayInstagram: @robynmckayphd Book a call with Dr. Robyn! https://drrobynmckay.com/call Join the $100K Retreat Leaders Secrets: https://www.facebook.com/groups/100kretreatsecrects 

A summer reading lesson is a nice chance to start off the year with a creative tone, while creating some of the norms you want to establish. For today's "Plan my Lesson" series episode, I'm answering requests from two different teachers in search of a back-to-school lesson on summer reading. One teacher's class will have read Scythe, another's The Hunger Games. Both are interested in reviewing the basics of literature as a springboard into the year. So how can we capture students' interest, review some key basics, like symbol, theme, and the hero's journey, give students a chance to show their understanding of the text, and establish a positive, creative tone for the year in a class period? Let's give it a shot together. One of my teacher requesters today is teaching on a block schedule, so we're going to go ahead and plan a longer period. If you're NOT teaching on a block schedule, feel free to split this plan over two class periods. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Launch your choice reading program with all my favorite tools and recs, and grab the free toolkit. Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the ‘gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you! 

In this special re-release, I'm sharing one of my absolute favorite conversations from the early days of Unleash Your Inner Creative…an episode so dear to me, it feels like a time capsule. You'll even hear how my voice has changed, because I recorded this over six years ago, basically as a creative fetus. LOLz.This powerful episode features the incredible visual artist, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur, Amanda Oleander. If you're not familiar with her work yet, prepare to fall in love.Amanda's story is a shining example of what's possible when you take a leap of faith on your creative calling—especially when life pushes you before you feel fully ready. From raw talent to becoming the most-followed woman on Periscope, Amanda's rise is about so much more than art—it's about courage, self-belief, and embracing discomfort to create the life you're meant for.This episode made me emotional (I think it's the first time I ever cried on the pod!) and helped me reconnect with my own creative power. I know it will do the same for you.

296. Finding Your Creative Purpose with Judith Hill   In this episode of Creative Chats, Judith Hill shares her journey to becoming a successful portrait photographer. She discusses the importance of community, facing fears, and the pivotal moments that led her to pursue her passion full-time. Judith emphasizes the significance of purpose in creative work and how passion projects can reignite momentum. She also highlights the need for connection and support in the creative industry, encouraging others to bet on themselves and follow their dreams. Judith Hill is a Nashville-based portrait photographer and the founder of Judith Hill Photography. With over 13 years of experience in photography—including 8 years running her business full-time—Judith is known for her ability to empower clients through intimate, meaningful portrait sessions. Her work focuses on helping women rediscover their value and confidence, particularly through projects like her "40 Over 40" campaign. Passionate about purpose-driven creativity, Judith is also launching Judith Hill Academy to coach other creatives in building profitable, fulfilling businesses. Top 3 Key Takeaways 1. Purpose Drives Creative Success Judith emphasizes the importance of being deeply rooted in purpose. Knowing your "why" helps you navigate fear, make aligned decisions, and create work that truly resonates—with yourself and others. 2. Embrace the Pivot (and the Fear That Comes With It) Making a major career change is daunting, but Judith shares that fear is usually a biological response to the unknown. Success comes from acknowledging that fear, betting on yourself, and understanding that creativity often means continually reinventing your identity and business. 3. Community Over Competition Building a supportive community, and seeking mentorship, is crucial for creative growth. Isolation can stifle creativity, whereas community helps you stay motivated, share wisdom, and overcome challenges together. Links & Resources Mentioned @JudithHillPhoto (Instagram) - https://instagram.com/JudithHillPhoto Judith Hill Academy - https://judithhillacademy.com/ (sign up for updates and newsletter) Daily Creative Habit - https://dailycreativehabit.com/ Mike Brennan's Website - https://mikebrennon.me/ Thanks for tuning in to another inspiring episode of Creative Chats! If today's conversation with Judith Hill encouraged or challenged you, be sure to follow her at @JudithHillPhoto and sign up for updates at judithhillacademy.com. For more creative resources, check out dailycreativehabit.com and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so more creatives can find these stories and wisdom. Keep creating and remember—when you create, we all win! Copy

In the ever-evolving landscape of art and technology, the fusion of creativity and artificial intelligence is opening new horizons for artists worldwide. In a recent episode of Creative Genius, host Kate Shepherd engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Troy Plota, the visionary behind Plotaverse, exploring how AI can serve as a powerful ally in the creative process.The Intersection of Art and Technology:Troy Plota's journey from a seasoned photographer to the founder of a groundbreaking digital platform exemplifies the transformative potential of embracing technological advancements. Plotaverse, his innovative app, brought motion to still images, captivating audiences and achieving remarkable success with over 10 million downloads. Democratizing Creativity:A central theme in the discussion is the democratization of art through AI. Troy emphasizes that AI tools can empower individuals with creative visions but limited resources, enabling them to bring their ideas to life without the need for substantial budgets or technical expertise.Spiritual Insights and Creative Inspiration:Beyond technology, the conversation delves into the spiritual dimensions of creativity. Troy shares a profound personal experience where he was inspired by a dream, awakening with a complete screenplay in mind. This narrative underscores the mysterious and often transcendent nature of artistic inspiration.Building Creative Communities:The episode also highlights the importance of community and service in the artistic journey. Troy discusses how platforms like Plotaverse can foster connections among artists, creating supportive environments that nurture creativity and innovation.The dialogue between Kate Shepherd and Troy Plota offers valuable insights into how embracing AI can enhance, rather than hinder, human creativity. By viewing technology as a collaborative partner, artists can unlock new realms of expression and contribute to a vibrant, inclusive creative landscape.To explore more about Troy Plota's work, visit PlotaverseKey Topics:The inception and impact of PlotaverseAI as a tool for creative empowermentBalancing technology with human artistrySpiritual insights and their influence on creativityBuilding communities through shared artistic endeavorsNotable Quotes:"Creativity is a universal calling.""AI can enhance creativity rather than replace it.""Community and service to others can help combat fear and anxiety."Resources:Plotaverse Official WebsiteTroy Plota's Personal SiteDor Brothers Video MentionedGuest Bio:Troy Plota is a seasoned photographer and digital artist with over 30 years of experience. He is the founder of Plotaverse, a platform that revolutionized digital art by animating still images, garnering over 10 million downloads and reaching #1 in the App Store. Troy's work has been featured in prominent publications like Vanity Fair, GQ, and Rolling Stone. Episode Highlights:Discussion on the role of AI in democratizing creativityInsights into the development and success of PlotaverseExploration of spiritual experiences influencing artistic endeavorsEmphasis on building supportive creative communitiesSubscribe to Creative Genius, leave a review, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/creativegeniuspodcast.

Margaret Graham is the talented artist behind Centering Pendants—a jewelry collection that blends mindfulness, intention, and emotional healing. Margaret's creative path began in ceramics, but it was through jewelry—and the creation of her signature Centering Pendants—that she discovered a way to connect deeply with herself and others.In our conversation, Margaret opens up about how making jewelry became a therapeutic outlet, and how her pieces now serve as quiet tools for mindfulness and managing anxiety. We talk about the rituals that keep her grounded, the vulnerability of sharing your work, and the ongoing journey of building a business that still honors your heart. Margaret also shares more about her new podcast, where she's exploring spirituality, creativity, and emotional growth in such a beautiful, honest way.If you've ever felt the pull to create something with deeper meaning—or if you've struggled to balance your emotional world with the demands of entrepreneurship—I know you'll feel seen in this episode.Follow Along:Margaret on Instagram: @centeringpendantsMargaret's Website: centeringpendants.comMargaret's Podcast: The Art of CenteringLove the Podcast?Support an episode: Click here to learn more! Without your support I couldn't continue the Slowmade Podcast. Thank you so much!Connect with Christine:Instagram: @christinemighionJewelry: christinemighion.comPodcast: slowmadepodcast.com

Tap to send us a text! Is it possible to discover God's "why" in the creation story? It may seem impossible to be able to figure out God's mindset and purposes when He is all-knowing and we are not...but it's an essential question to ask if we want to truly be fulfilled as creatives.  As artists, musicians, and freelancers, we often focus on the "how" of our craft, but beyond the "how" is a "why." And there's a profound connection between understanding God's creative purpose and unlocking our own creative potential.As we unpack these ideas, which we explore in depth in our new YouVersion reading plan "The Creator's Purpose",  you'll gain a fresh perspective on your artistic calling. You'll learn to see your creativity not just as a skill, but as a divine gift with profound purpose.Want to read our new YouVersion bible reading plan with our community? Sign up here and we'll send you the link to the plan when it goes live, along with additional materials and updates when we are reading the plan together, starting April 21st!godandgigs.com/reading-planSupport the showDiscover your Creative Personality with our free quiz! Tap HERE to learn the traits and patterns that are shaping your creative work right now, so you can move forward more confidently! godandgigs.com/take-the-quiz Join our Creative Community In our 360 Membership, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a faith-focused creative. Joining gives you access to our exclusive app, workshops and community conversations, as we change from being creatively confused to creatively confident! GodandGigs.com/membership PODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? If so, please share your: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to help support God and Gigs with a donation!

In this episode of the Creative Genius podcast, I interview Rebe Huntman about her debut memoir, "My Mother in Havana, a memoir of magic and miracle." Rebe shares her personal story of losing her mother at a young age and the subsequent decades of feeling disconnected from her memory. Driven by a deep longing and intuition, Rebe embarked on a 30-day DIY pilgrimage to Cuba to seek a different perspective on grief and connection. The conversation delves into how Rebe's background as a Latin dancer led her to discover the spiritual roots of Cuban dances and the traditions of honoring the deceased.  Rebe recounts her experiences immersing herself in rituals dedicated to the goddess Oshun, visiting the sanctuary of Cuba's patron saint, and meeting with a spiritist who she hoped would connect her with her mother.Rebe and I discuss the importance of intuition and following one's unique path, even when it doesn't seem logical. We also explore the disconnect in Western culture from ancestral connections, magic, and meaningful rituals, contrasting it with the Cuban traditions of keeping the dead close.The conversation touches on the challenges of staying creative and connected to one's inner voice in the face of overwhelming global issues and personal fears. Rebe shares her belief in creativity as a portal and emphasizes the importance of honouring inner longings and choosing to champion humanity. She also shares her personal rituals for grounding and connecting with her intuition and ancestors, offering practical advice for listeners seeking to do the same. Ultimately, Rebe's story is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit, the wisdom of intuition, and the potential for magic and miracle in our lives, even in the darkest of times.  

On this episode of The Truth In This Art, I'm excited to share my conversation with Lex Marie, a DC-based multidisciplinary artist whose powerful work I've been eager to explore for years. Lex creates compelling paintings, sculptures, and installations that reflect personal experiences and deeply resonate with the African diaspora, often using everyday and reclaimed materials.   We explore Lex's creative process, from her early creative explorations as a child (where she was known for coloring outside the lines with purpose!) to her pivotal decision to pursue painting in college and her impactful first solo exhibition in 2021. Lex shares her insights on the courage it takes to create art that addresses personal experiences and societal challenges, including the weighty realities of childhood for many African American children and children of color, systemic challenges, and her experience as a mother to a young Black boy in America.This conversation is more than just an interview; it's an insightful look into the motivations and inspirations behind her thought-provoking pieces and the importance of authenticity in artistic expression.This episode was recorded at Eaton DC, my creative home away from home, a hotel that's also a vibrant cultural center. If you're interested in contemporary art, the power of artistic expression, or stories that matter, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the compelling and authentic work of Lex Marie. Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis. Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcast The Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of The Chosen Life podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) welcomes back Kasra (@kaswitlove) to explore the power of creativity and self-expression. They discuss how daily writing, self-discipline, and the act of creating can unlock transformation and lead to profound personal growth. Tune in to discover how embracing your creative outlets can reshape your life and inspire your journey toward self-realization.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/kormans

In this transformative message, Pastor Tunde Cole dives deep into the truth about purpose, identity, and the divine design for humanity. Discover how you are created in God's image, endowed with creativity, and called to represent Him in all aspects of life. This teaching confronts religious misconceptions that limit your potential, empowering you to live a life of impact and value beyond the walls of the church.

This episode is a special one. I sat down with the inspiring Roxanne Glaser—artist, educator, and creator of whimsical nature-inspired doodles—to talk about what it really means to live a creative life.We dive into some deeply personal and powerful topics, like how Roxanne used art to process profound grief after experiencing unimaginable loss and how her creative practice became a tool for healing and self-discovery. We talk about the challenges of having too many choices in creativity (I know I've felt that paralysis!) and how gentle self-discipline and limitations can actually set us free to create more authentically.This conversation is packed with takeaways about building a sustainable creative practice, embracing the seasons of your life, and creating art for yourself—not for external validation.I've also created something special for you to deepen the impact of this episode: the Creative Warrior Activation Sheet, a guided exercise to help you connect with your inner creative warrior and discover how to embrace your unique creative journey. It's available exclusively for my Patreon supporters, and I can't wait for you to try it out.What You'll Walk Away With:How creativity can be a tool for healing, meditation, and self-expression.Why creativity is often born from struggle and necessity.The surprising freedom that comes with setting limitations in your creative practice.The importance of daily practices—no matter how small—and how they can transform your creative life.Why loss can be a powerful clarifier for what matters most in art and life.How to let go of perfectionism and start creating for yourself.Why creativity evolves with the seasons of your life and how to embrace that process.This episode is a beautiful reminder that we are all unique instruments in the creative process, and the magic happens when we honour that.If you've been feeling stuck creatively or wondering how to start building a practice that supports you through life's challenges, I've created something special for you. It's called the Creative Warrior Activation Worksheet—a simple, powerful guide to help you tap into your creative courage, quiet your inner critic, and embrace the joy of creating for yourself. This exclusive resource is available to all my Patreon members. Sign up today to access it and start building your Creative Warrior muscle—you've got this, and I'm here to cheer you on

Creativity through the lens of the Chief Purpose Officer of PurposeU"Creativity is, being able to come up with stuff, make connections so that something new is created."Over the last 20 years, I have helped more than 400 organizations define their purpose and become consistently uniquely remarkable through his proprietary Blueprint process. "Blueprinting" defines an organization's purpose – in 7 words or less – and uses it to design how it will operate and communicate.I am also an author, speaker and coach, as well as a contributor to a nationally broadcast TV station. I co-wrote the book "Why should I choose you?: Answering the most important question in business in seven words or less", published by HarperCollins.I am also the Chief Purpose Officer of PurposeU. I have adapted this process for individuals so they can create a personal Blueprint for a happy, productive, self-directed and purpose-driven life. We offer the personal Blueprint as an online course that leads you through a step-by-step process to define your purpose – in 7 words or less – and then use it to design and live a life of meaning and purpose.www.7words.biz https://purpose.co/https://www.7words.biz/bookhttps://purposeu.ck.page/193201672eSend us a text

Discovering Creativity: An Intimate Conversation with Scott EricksonWhat does it mean to live a creative life? Is creativity a talent, or is it an innate intelligence that we all possess? In this week's episode of The Creative Genius Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable artist and storyteller, Scott Erickson, to explore these questions and so much more. Scott's journey as an artist has been deeply influenced by his unique experience with aphantasia—a condition where one cannot visualize images in their mind's eye—and he opens up about how this has shaped his creative expression.Together, we delve into the haunting nature of creativity, the role of pain in transforming life into art, and the importance of emotional intelligence in understanding the human experience. Scott's reflections on gratitude, surrender, and navigating the inner voice will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with self-doubt or felt overwhelmed by the weight of their creative aspirations.But more than that, this conversation serves as a gentle reminder that creativity is not a linear journey. It's messy, it's beautiful, and it's deeply human. Scott's raw honesty will inspire you to listen more closely to your inner voice and trust that, even in the chaos, there's a path to something beautiful.

Check this out! The Church Jesus built is like a super interconnected system where everyone's got a part to play. Imagine the Church as a garden, with each believer a unique plant contributing to its overall beauty and growth. Pastor Monte breaks down how we can all fit and work together to make the Church a thriving ecosystem to fulfill God's awesome plan.Support the show

As photographers, it's so easy - too easy - to be clones of one another. We're constantly exposed to what other photographers are doing, how they're shooting, what the trends are, and the list goes on. And it's ok to be influenced by this, but we also have to mesh this influence with who we are as artists in order to create something unique! When I was a guest on Leah O'Connell's podcast, Photo Fuel, this is one of the topics we dove into, and I'm sharing that conversation today on my podcast! We also discussed how I infuse my unique perspective into my session, how I arrived where I am within the photography industry and balancing being a mom to four boys with a successful business. It was a wonderful conversation, and I hope you enjoy it! Leah's podcast: Photo Fuel (Spotify) (Apple) Educational offerings mentioned in this episode: Preserving Everyday Magic - group coaching program focused on in-home family photography Flourish - 6 month mastermind and retreat for photographers wanting to discover their unique creative purpose and begin flourishing in all areas of their lives Lit Up - a self-paced course on mastering in-home lighting Connection Creation - a guide to creating authentic family images

Zoey chats with a loving client who is on a quest for spiritual guidance and clarity in a time of significant personal evolution. She doesn't come with any restrictions on her guidance but rather is simply here to see what messages Spirit has to offer. Her challenges over the past year have led to a period of shedding old skins, and now she feels at a crossroads, seeking to enter an era that centers around love, partnership, and her purpose as a creative.   Connect with Zoey: www.instagram.com/the_merhipsy www.tiktok.com/@the_merhipsy www.merhipsy.com www.merhipsy.com/aura  

In this episode of Art & Cocktails, Kat chats with Charuka Arora, discussing into her creative journey, the impactful Arts to Hearts project, and her profound experience navigating grief following the loss of her mother. Key Highlights: Charuka shares her journey of creative exploration and how she found solace and inspiration through Arts to Hearts. The conversation touches upon the transformative power of community and the importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals. Charuka reflects on her fears and doubts when starting Arts to Hearts and how she overcame them by believing in herself and her creative vision. Kat and Charuka discuss the challenges of balancing artistic pursuits with business endeavors and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. Charuka opens up about her experience of grief and how she has learned to channel her pain into her creative work, finding purpose and healing in the process. Both Kat and Charuka share insights into maintaining a sense of authenticity and staying true to oneself amidst the noise and pressures of the art world. Charuka emphasizes the significance of investing in oneself and taking ownership of one's artistic journey, regardless of external validation or recognition. Links Mentioned: Arts to Hearts Project - Explore Charuka's impactful initiative bridging art and community. Free Masterclass: - Join Kat's masterclass for tips on how artists can create income streams and suppor themselves abundently    About Charuka Arora: Born in the city of Taj, Agra in 1993, Charuka Arora has garnered international recognition for her exquisite handcrafted Indian embellished collages and paintings. Based in Delhi and Agra, India, she has been fervently exploring Indian textiles, embellishments, images, and surface embroideries since 2016, showcasing her creations both locally and globally.   Thank you to our sponsor, SUPERFINE Art Fairs! Business artists, are you hoping to take your career to new heights? Look no further than Superfine Art Fair, the most widespread art fair for independent artists in the United States. Showcase your talent over 4 days at one of 6 fairs in 2024 and connect in-person with art enthusiasts. Superfine Art Fair offers personalized advice, expert curation, and best of all, takes no commission for your work.  And as an added bonus, mention Create! Magazine during your application and get a 10% discount on any size booth. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your art career. Sign up for a call with Superfine co-founder James Miille at www.superfine.world/sell-your-art today. Make art. Sell art. Superfine will do the rest.

Having a real sense of your creative purpose can act as a North Star that guides you in your hobbies—or any creative part of your life. But your purpose can shift as you grow and learn different things about yourself. Uncovering what matters to you is something you have to do repeatedly. Here are 4 exercises to help you discover how you're changing and how your purpose might be changing, too. 

Authors Joy E. Rancatore and Mea Smith have been prepping for a life-changing literary submission. As part of that, they must submit an Artist's Statement. Neither of them was sure what that was, but after a bit of research, they discovered they've been crafting theirs for the past several years. Listen in as they take this discovery and share how their statements have developed organically over their time as evolving creatives. In reference to their creative purposes, Joy and Mea explain how those important foundational details have adapted over time as they've grown as authors. You will hear four practical steps to intentionally calibrate your creative purpose. The QWERTYs look forward to hearing about your implementation of these tips. Check out the links referenced in the show: QWERTY Writing Life Podcast, Season 1, Episode 35, “Goal Planning with 2020 Vision, Part 1”: https://qwertywritinglife.podbean.com/e/goal-planning-with-2020-vision-part-i-template-for-goal-setting/ QWERTY Writing Life Podcast, Season 3, Episode 17, “Fundamental Standards for Creatives”: https://qwertywritinglife.podbean.com/e/fundamental-standards-for-creatives/ Dan Blank's book, Be the Gateway: https://wegrowmedia.com/bethegateway/ Subscribe to Dan Blank's weekly newsletter, packed with great information and encouragement for creatives: https://wegrowmedia.com/contact-us/ Subscribe to the QWERTY's monthly newsletter (be sure to click the box next to “opt in to receive news and updates” and check your spam for the confirmation email): https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/z9f1z5 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/qwertywritinglife Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qwertywritinglife/ Intro music created and performed by Brent Smith. Continue this week's chat via email at qwertywritinglife [at] gmail [dot] com. For more information about the QWERTYs, the show and their writing craft book series, head over to https://qwertywritinglife.com. Subscribe in your favorite podcast portal. Or, if you'd rather see their grinning faces, ring the bell on their YouTube channel. Please share our podcast with your friends, too! For more about Mea and her writing, visit storyswell.net. Joy and her details can be found at joyerancatore.com.

 The Art of Being Yourself: Authenticity and Vulnerability in Creative Expression   Episode #113 Nick dives deep into the concept of vulnerable authenticity and how it relates to creative endeavors and what discovering and rediscovering our authentic voice requires.   Nick Demos is a Tony and Olivier Award winning Broadway producer, documentary filmmaker, conscious business coach and manifestation expert With over 15 years of teaching pranayama (breath work), yoga and creativity as well as thirty years in the entertainment industry, he has travelled from the Tony Awards to ashrams and run a multi-million dollar business in between. Nick helps you clear blocks and tap into your creative intuition so you can tell your stories and manifest the business and life of your dreams creating wealth and impact.   Take the Creative Manifestation Quiz www.manifestationquiz.com  

Creative Purpose Unleashed: A Roadmap to Aligning Passion, Spirituality, and Entrepreneurship   Episode # 111   Nick breaks down the 5 steps of his creative purpose process so you can align your physical, spiritual, and mental life with your business.     Nick Demos is a Tony and Olivier Award winning Broadway producer, documentary filmmaker, conscious business coach and manifestation expert With over 15 years of teaching pranayama (breath work), yoga and creativity as well as thirty years in the entertainment industry, he has travelled from the Tony Awards to ashrams and run a multi-million dollar business in between. Nick helps you clear blocks and tap into your creative intuition so you can tell your stories and manifest the business and life of your dreams creating wealth and impact.     Take the Creative Manifestation Quiz www.manifestationquiz.com   Meditat with Nick for FREE:  Insight Timer  

Naomi Geidel is an International Educator, Life Purpose Coach and Creative who supports others to bring their ideas to life.  She is the host of two podcasts - A Creative Purpose and Singleness: Extended Edition and believes in the power of sharing stories and the lessons learned along the way.  She is single and childless not by choice so has a deep understanding of navigating the twists and turns of life and living a life unexpected.  You can find Naomi wandering streets she's never been for creative inspiration and joyful moments.   She was raised in Colorado but has since lived in Japan, Indonesia, Thailand and is heading off to South Korea. In this episode Naomi and I share all about the must see places in Thailand as well as some of the hidden gems you can find off the beaten path. In this episode you will find: What to do in Bangkok Traveling tips to Bangkok Itinerary for Bangkok Food to try in Thailand Floating Markets in Thailand Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market Top things to see in Bangkok Temples to see in Thailand Wat Traimit- Golden Buddha Wat Pho Wat Arun    

Kendra is an artist entrepreneur who coaches women to deepen their creative purpose and build a life-first business through a balance of feminine and masculine energy.In this episode, we discuss:-What Kendra is finding freedom from-Kendra's story of entrepreneurship & business -Working through the fear in starting a business & in life-Kendra's strategy for business: combining the masculine and feminine-What is a life-first business?-Airbnb hopping -Working through life changes and not knowingKendra Skye's Instagram: @kendraskye.coKendra Skye's Link/New Programs: Becoming CEOConnect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey_ | @maddsbaileyy Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Leave a 5-star for the podcast here Book an exploration coaching call or a intuitive reading here Intro Music by: Seth Francis Cover Art by: Justin Old & Madeline Bailey

In this edition of The Way Out I'm honored to bring you my interview with composer, performing artist, coach for musicians and artists in recovery, and person in long term recovery Skip Sams. Skip shares his journey to and through recovery to this point with candor and insight that is rooted in humility, self-awareness, spirituality, and healthy doses of humor sprinkled throughout a story that is about Skip coming to grips with his addiction, mental health, sexuality, and ultimately finding and embracing Recovery. For Skip, Recovery is very much about recovering his spirituality and his creative purpose using his gifts, talents, skills, and abilities which has now led Skip to live the spiritual axiom that in order to keep what we have in Recovery we have to give it a way, Skip now helps others in Recovery discover their own creative purpose through his Creative Purpose Project so listen up.   Contact Skip: skipsams.com Tel: (917) 387-6197 ​skip@skipsams.com Mention you listened to this episode and receive a FREE coaching session!   More about the Creative Purpose Project: https://www.creativepurposeproject.com/   Recovery Literature (Quit-Lit) Recommendations: The Success Principles by Jack Canfield - https://www.amazon.com/Success-Principles-TM-Anniversary-Where/dp/0062364286 The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz - https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808   Best Piece of Recovery Advice: Wait 48 hours before you react   Song that Symbolizes Recovery for Sam: Beautiful Things by Mario Frangoulis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vHW2U2eEI0   Don't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available only on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!   https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz   (c) 2015 - 2023 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved Theme Music: “all clear” (https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/) by Ketsa (https://ketsa.uk) licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-way-out-podcast/message

"Look down at your bodywhisperthere is no home like you"  - thank you Rupi Kaurthe sun and her flowers   

"I've always been happiest in bright, colourful environments. From my childhood living on the fair, I was immersed in motion, sound, colour and energy. We travelled from place to place all summer and I know that's where I get my free spirit from and why I love to roam. This unique upbringing has given me a style all of my own," shares Kelly Herrick. "I am happiest outdoors, connecting to the natural world and seeing it through my paintbrush. I walk in my home county of Derbyshire and travel the country exploring our incredible landscapes and seascapes; you will see inspiration from all these places in my work. I find such joy in my art, it connects me to my flow and to nature in a way nothing else does. Painting allows me to dream a more positive and optimistic dream for the world, which is more important now than it has ever been. Beauty and connection breeds love and when we love something we treasure it and protect it." You can see Kelly's paintings and learn more about her courses, workshops and retreats here: https://www.kellyherrick.com/ CONNECT WITH NICOLA NEWMAN  I am a business and life coach for creatives. My approach combines self-care, playfulness, and mindfulness to support sensitive, values-driven creatives to navigate self-doubt and cultivate deep self-trust so they can truly enjoy the creative process, bring together their body of work, make money doing what they love and leave a creative legacy they're proud of.⁠As an award-winning artist and creative mentor, my free resources, online courses, coaching programs, and retreats support Creative Hearts to embrace their passions, prioritise their creative expression, and build loving relationships with themselves. Visit my website: ⁠www.nicolanewman.com⁠ ⁠ Join my Creative Hearts Community: ⁠www.nicolanewman.com/community⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nicola-newman/message

Do you know what you want to do creatively, but just aren't sure exactly how to do it? Let me explain.. Let's say you want to write a book…You have a deep knowing you're a writer…You're just not sure what, exactly, your topic should be or how to start. Today I am coaching someone who is going through exactly that. Today's guest is Patricia Cosulich. She's a life coach, playwright, podcaster, singer, artist and lyme disease survivor. Today Patricia wanted to be coached because she has a dream of writing a book and wanted some advice on how to find her topic and unleash. She also wanted to delve into tools to find consistency and how to best allocate her energy as a multi-passionate creative. From This Coaching Session, You'll Learn: A definitive tool to figure out the message you're meant to share How to find consistency even as a person who loves variety How to get in touch with your spirituality and use it to fuel your creativity Tips on healing from creative trauma How to balance your emergency as a multi-passionate -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :) Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso For more info on Patricia, follow her @patricia.cosulich and visit her website patriciacosulich.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

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The advice in this episode is to keep your purpose and what you bring to the table in mind when starting a business so that you can stick with it through the tough times. A clear why will help you stay on track and see your desired results. Naomi Geidel provides support and encouragement to creatives so they can bring their ideas to life. Her Inspired Change program supports those ready to take life by the hand and create a way forward. She is single & childless, so she has a deep understanding of navigating the twists and turns of life and living an unexpected life. Naomi can wander the streets of Bangkok, Thailand, for creative inspiration and joyful moments. Connect with Naomi: www.facebook.com/acreativepurpose www.naomigeidel.com IG @acreativepurpose podcast - A Creative Purpose with Naomi ▼ ▼ Connect with Rose Davidson: Website: https://talkingwiththeexperts.com Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onlineeventmanagerandpodcasttrainer/ Leave a Google review: https://g.page/r/CaXk7K3UlEhzEBI/review Leave a review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/talking-with-the-experts/id1549141963 SUBSCRIBE to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkM5n5QJhnNAmUiMzii73wQ https://youtube.com/@talkingwiththeexpertsvodcast FOLLOW on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/talking-with-the-experts Give me 15 minutes of your time, and I'll explain how you can start a podcast, https://calendly.com/rose-davidson/podcast-creation-15-minutes. I look forward to hearing from you. Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rosesdavidson Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/talkingwiththeexperts #business #entrepreneur #learnpodcasting #podcastepisode #podcastguest #podcasting #podcastinterview #podcastplaylist #podcasts #podcastskills #podcastshow #rosedavidson #smallbusiness #talkingwiththeexperts #video #vodcast

We can get wrapped up in so many things that distract us from finding and living out our creative purpose. This week, we talk about 4 simple things that help us continue on a fulfilling path in our creativity — whether we're just starting out or we've been doing this for years.

In this episode, Sergio Isauro talks to Sara Lopez, a social entrepreneur, creator, artist, writer and culture worker that was raised on the Texas-Mexico border. After dedicating her studies to the humanities to several languages, sociology and anthropology and following a path in advertising, Sara build a career in photography that took her to live in the Middle East, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. She is the co-founder of The Jungle Journal, a coffee table book and travel journal containing photo journalistic content, with interviews, photo essays, and scholarly articles. The Jungle Journal covers topics and stories concerning the environment, regional ecosystems, past and modern histories, as well as reflections. With the main goal of educating on the importance of land and cultural preservation, social justice, indigenous activism, decolonization, identity, spirituality, ecology, and sustainable tourism. Each journal immerses readers into the regions, geographies, ecosystems, and stories of the inhabitants of the land. Expanding the reader´s perception of the world that surrounds them. The Jungle Journal: https://itsthejunglejournal.com/ Book a Free Coaching Session with Sergio, and get in touch with your Creative Purpose: https://calendly.com/sergioisauro We Walk The Earth is a nodalab original podcast, a space for self-discovery through learning about other people, their paths, and how they connect with our own. The music for this podcast is produced by Tejedor. To learn more about our shows, go to @nodalab_, and visit @wewalktheearth_ for more information.

Pastor Preston speaks from Psalm 33 to explain how God's divine creativity gives us purpose.

This week’s adventure is the second of our two-part Year in Review! Our host, Taylor Roark, walks through the last 24 episodes and offers lessons learnt on starting, building and maintaining this podcast show. A lot of podcasts have episodes that are dated and mainly relevant to the time and day they were recorded. Not so with The Adventures of Self! These conversations were crafted to be timeless insights into the adventures of self-discovery and self-expression. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming or challenging to know where to start and which show or shows will be relevant to you (the Listener). That’s why we’ve created this Year-End Review to outline each of the episodes so you can decide which show (or guest) speaks to you and your situation. Taylor breaks the review in 6-episode blocks lifting the lid in between the episode reviews for an overview of the good, the bad and the authentic insights that made this first year possible! VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s adventure is the first of our two-part Year in Review! Our host, Taylor Roark, walks through the first 30 episodes and offers lessons learnt on starting, building and maintaining this podcast show. A lot of podcasts have episodes that are dated and mainly relevant to the time and day they were recorded. Not so with The Adventures of Self! These conversations were crafted to be timeless insights into the adventures of self-discovery and self-expression. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming or challenging to know where to start and which show or shows will be relevant to you (the Listener). That’s why we’ve created this Year-End Review to outline each of the episodes so you can decide which show (or guest) speaks to you and your situation. Taylor breaks the review in 6-episode blocks lifting the lid in between the episode reviews for an overview of the good, the bad and the authentic insights that made this first year possible! VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's adventure is taken in the company of Shaun “SF” Banks, the creator of Camp Warrior King which helps thousands of youths in the metro Atlanta area gain exposure to activities they would not normally have. He has been working in youth and personal development for nearly 15 years and is the founder of the You Can Have It All youth conference and magazine, he is the author of three books, ‘Persevere, Overcome, Win’, ‘Raising Extraordinary Kids’ and ‘Be Unstoppable Living Life’. Shaun and Taylor talk about what it means to start your own business, how to find what you’re passionate about and turn that into a life that you choose for yourself and how to help kids with things like influence, exposure and confidence. KEY TAKEAWAYS I never had a passion to work with youth at all, I wanted to work in business. But I noticed there was such a big need for youth to be developed. You always think there’s all these programmes to help kids but there wasn’t in the 2000s, so I thought maybe there’s a way to do both, to be able to make a good living and help people in the process. My Aunt and Cousin were murdered in a domestic violence situation, and I always wanted to do something in their honour. 10 years after they were murdered, I set up the I AM Defense Institute in their honour. That led me to all the other businesses, initiatives and books, so I’ve been busy! A lot of times kids won’t want to try something new because they’re afraid. What usually happens is they try it, realise it’s great and they’re going to have a good time. Sometimes you get that from the parents, because they haven’t tried the activity (horse riding, spelunking, shooting) so we ask the parents to come with us and participate which builds up a community and promotes quality time to spend with their kids. Society says that you should have a six pack and muscles, but if you’re not that guy in your head and you go to the beach you wear layers because you’re uncomfortable in your own skin. But you look down the beach to a guy that’s as big as a whale with his shirt off, laid back and having a ball! He’s enjoying life because he could care less about what society thinks he should look like. That guy is being unstoppable living life. Take your shirt off and you’ll notice no one really cares and isn’t going to judge you because they’re worried about themselves. I’ve used anger to give me the fuel to write one more paragraph, cut one more page or analyse something else. There are ways to channel it, to give you a push. But I don’t know if that's always the best way. To build something while being excited is much better, especially to sustain in the long-term. BEST MOMENTS ‘A couple of years after starting my first business I had my first child and that was a life-changing experience for me.’ ‘The ultimate motivation is happiness. It means different things to different people, but it’s universal.’ ‘When a child understands the working of a firearm they’re less likely to be curious about it and hurt themselves or someone else.’ ‘Success is relative. So you should determine what it means to you, you pick the elements you want to go after and live those things. That’s being unstoppable living life.’ ‘Don’t dwell on things people did wrong to you, they probably don’t remember, they’ve moved on, you haven’t.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST Shaun “SF” Banks grew up with a single mother who cleaned houses and buildings for some of the most wealthy and elite people in Seattle, WA. He was instilled with a strong work ethic to pursue big dreams and help others. One night, my his was rocked by a nightmare when his uncle murdered his aunt and cousin in a domestic violence dispute. SF’s close-knit family was devastated and he vowed to do something in their honor when he became an adult. In 2007, SF opened the I AM Defense institute against his profound disinterest in working with youth. I AM Defense shows women and children how to protect themselves from attackers. Since that time, he has committed his life to the personal development of youth. SF is the creator of Camp Warrior King, which helps thousands of youth in the metro Atlanta area gain exposure to amazingly-fun activities. He is also the founder of "You Can Have IT ALL!" Youth conferences. This conference did its first international event in Uganda, East Africa before the COVID pandemic hit. He has recently launched "You Can Have It ALL!" Youth motivational Development Magazine. The only motivational magazine for kids of its kind in the world. SF is the developer creator of Team HoTT SAWCE. THS are cartoon characters that teach children how to believe in themselves using fundamental personal development principles using the Team HoTT SAWCE Success Stacks, which are words and phrases kids should learn to increase their self-efficacy. SF has written 3 books: ‘Persevere Overcome Win’, ‘Raising Extraordinary Kids’, and ‘Be Unstoppable Living Life’. A portion of all proceeds from his businesses maintains the "You Can Have IT All!" orphanage in Bombo, Uganda, where it currently supports over 30 children with shelter, food, and school supplies. https://www.campwarriorking.com/ https://www.ychiamag.com/ ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor and I talk about intuition, manifesting, and moving away from the past in order to create the life you want.  ******I have worn many hats and traveled many lands -- from suburban kid to world explorer; from Blacksmith to Corporate Lawyer to Spiritual Alchemist (and lots more in between).After nearly 20 years in the corporate world, I started my own company guiding others in Intuition and Creative Purpose.I have lived on 3 continents, traveled to more than 50 countries, and pivoted careers several times. None of this prepared me for the ultimate transition from a rational and head-focused lifestyle to living from my heart and embracing the chaos of Creativity!I love sharing the story of living. I host the podcast, The Adventures of Self, which features conversations about the adventures of people's lives as they explore what it means to be self-expressed in this world.https://www.galliant.life/The Adventures of Self Podcast: https://apple.co/3sbuyAjInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/*******f you would like to contact the show about being a guest please email us at Dauna@betertopodcast.comFollow us on Social MediaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX0ETs2wpOHbCuhUNr0XFTw?view_as=subscriberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_d.m.needom/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaunaD1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bettertopodcastwithdmneedomVideo of the interview is available here:https://youtu.be/a5cvee40vx8Have a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: dauna@bettertopodcast.comTo see upcoming guests click here: https://www.dmneedom.com/better-topodcastSupport the podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/bettertopodcastwithdmneedom©2021 Better To...Podcast with D. M.NeedomSupport the show

This week's adventure is taken in the company of William Branum, a former US Navy SEAL with over 25 years of military service. As with many war veterans, William has suffered from numerous physical injuries and psychological symptoms that negatively impacted his quality of life and wellbeing. He founded the Naked Warrior Recovery company to assist veteran s and first responders who also experience problems with anxiety and joint pain and provide cannabinoid solutions. On the show William talks about Five SEAL Secrets, a short book that he’s written that allows people to learn to think like a Navy SEAL. KEY TAKEAWAYS I was having a hard time getting on with life and I discovered CBD as a modality to help me turn off some of the noise in my brain rather than drinking myself to sleep at night. As I went down this road of self-discovery I found a lot of baggage, like armour, and I had to take it and my ego off and set it aside, get naked and be more vulnerable. Hell week, the most famous week in military training: five and a half days of no sleep, you’re cold, wet and miserable the whole time. But there’s one thing that’s constant: They’re going to feed you four times a day, no matter what’s going on or how much it sucks you just have to get to that next meal. In life, if you’re thinking about quitting you just have to break things up into small, bitesize, attainable pieces and all you have to do is get through each piece to the next piece. It may still not be easy, but as long as you have a plan and you begin planning and executing that plan you’ll achieve it. NAKED – Never quit, Accept failure, Kill mediocrity, Expose your fears, Do the work. Competing doesn’t mean going out and fighting people, you can compete in kindness, gratitude, giving and then compete against your own ego that makes you afraid to smile and say “hi” to someone in the street. Make that a goal every day. There are leaders who I know don’t know how to do something but are afraid to show weakness, and I’ve been there. But, once I became brave enough to say “hey, I don’t know how to do that, what do you think?” I also figured out some more strategic ways to not look like an idiot if I didn’t know something, I might ask “How would you attack this goal? I really value your input” then you’re talking from a leadership aspect and you’ve allowed the other party ownership. BEST MOMENTS ‘If you don’t take care of yourself no one else is going to.’ ‘Green Berets wanna be Navy SEALs!’ ‘Failure is a great teacher. If you’re not failing, you’re not trying.’ ‘Innovations that are making our lives easier are making us more mediocre.’ ‘Fear is a vampire that lives in a deep, dark place in your brain sucking the life out of you and you kill it by exposing it to the light.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST A former US Navy SEAL with 26 years of service, William Branum is the founder of NW Recovery. At an early age William knew he wanted to be part of a team that would push him beyond whatever limits he thought he had and still enjoy the outdoors and all it had to offer. He charged forward and became an Eagle Scout and joined the Navy immediately after graduating High School. After graduating from SEAL training, he was stationed in Virginia Beach, VA then San Diego, CA, and finally Oahu, HI where he served on multiple SEAL Teams, taught SEAL Sniper School, and deployed around the globe. As with too many veterans, William suffered from numerous physical injuries and psychological symptoms that negatively impacted his well-being and quality of life. Migraines, severe anxiety, chronic pains, difficulty focusing, difficulty sleeping/falling asleep, and depression are some of the symptoms he would struggle with on a daily basis. He tried many prescription medications to help and eventually started to “self-medicate” with alcohol to help with pain and sleep issues. During his last few years of military service William started hearing more about the promising benefits of cannabinoids like CBD. Ultimately, he chose to wait until his retirement from the military before exploring this new world of plant-based benefits to help aid in his physical and psychological recovery. Determined to maintain his Top Secret Security clearance after the military, he sought THC free options of CBD. Since his discovery of CBD, William has reduced anxiety, improved sleep, less joint pain and an overall improved quality of life. Today William is focused on sharing the recovery benefits he has experienced through premium quality (THC Free) CBD in hopes that other Veterans and First Responders can also experience their own recovery. Get William’s book: https://www.5sealsecrets.com/5-seal-secret Website: https://nw-recovery.com/ ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's adventure is taken in the company of Jeff Fetty, one of the most interesting, varied and eclectic men Taylor has ever know and spent time with. Jeff is an inspiration to Taylor to be quirky, outlandish and to live by one’s heart. Jeff has been a blacksmith for 30-40 years and has worked for huge clients including Tom Clancy, The Whitehouse and Yves Saint Laurent. As well as this he is a photographer, a traveller and he has an irreverent reverence for being alive on this planet right now. KEY TAKEAWAYS Blacksmithing found me: As soon as I saw someone hammer a hot piece of metal and transform it into something that’s going to last forever, I was hooked. This was my then girlfriend’s – now wife’s – father and I started spending more time with him when picking her up for dates! Some of the great things about living in a rural community are it’s so gratifying to know what you’re eating, to mill the lumber and dry it myself, build our own stone walls from rocks from the river. The results are so much better than you can buy. And it’s better than going to the gym! One of the reasons I became a better photographer is that a lot of people in my community will never be able to travel in the way I’ve been lucky to. So, I became a photographer was to document my travels so I could show people back home. Also, it makes you see the world in a different way and be more appreciative of what you see in the world. I got my hand caught in a hydraulic press and almost lost three fingers. I sit my little finger in half – the long way. I was afraid that my career was going to be impacted and as soon as I looked at my hand I saw a photograph, so I had one of my assistants bring my camera to the hospital and I documented the hand before and after, with every stitch that went in. I asked the surgeon to move the light so I could photograph properly. It served as a warning to the blacksmith community, I’m an experienced guy and this can still happen. I know a lot of blacksmiths who have those photos attached to their machines to this day. My son and I were really interested to check out a holly roller service. We were told we were allowed to document it on video after proving we weren’t with the press. I’ve been to a lot of wild parties, but I’d never seen anything on this magnitude. It was a tiny, rickety wooden church on the edge of a cliff, the church band were incredible and the place was rocking and shaking. They had boxes with Copperheads and Rattlesnakes which they set lose, one guy spun himself into intoxication dancing to the music. After three hours of that service we looked at each other and asked ourselves if it had really happened. Not too many people get to experience that. BEST MOMENTS ‘I always fantasied about living hundreds of years in the past making tools in my community. I love going to rural areas where the blacksmith is still a focal part of the community.’ ‘You’re referring to my smashed hand? It was not a great morning. Talk about feeling silly!’ ‘If you’re going to do something, do it right. Even if it’s a banana peel throwing contest.’ ‘I’ve got a lot of mileage out of Mr Rattlesnake.’ ‘I love making furniture, but I also love making large-scale sculptures, like the 20-foot tulips I’m making for the local hospital.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST Working at his forge in Spencer, West Virginia, artist-blacksmith Jeff Fetty has been forging for nearly 40years, coaxing hard, cold iron into delicately wrought objects. Fetty's works abound with flowing organic forms and amazingly accurate renderings that are gently entwined with vines and flowers in such a subtle way that the casual observer forgets it's actually steel. For Fetty the appeal of working with iron lies in the traditional role of blacksmiths and the permanence of their work. Historically, blacksmiths contributed to the well-being of their neighbors by creating the tools that sustained the community. Their implements and art served and gave pleasure to many generations. Fetty is thankful that he is able to share his work with a broad range of viewers. His hope is that his art contributes to their well-being. Fetty has built a global reputation, having created metalwork for writer Tom Clancy, the Clinton White House, fashion designer Yves St. Laurent and the Globe Theatre in London. His affinity for art nouveau and his studio's natural setting led Fetty to the floral themes prevalent in his work. http://www.jefffetty.com/ ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's adventure is taken in the company of Reverend Jim Lewis who has served in the clergy of the Episcopal Church for over 50 years. Before joining the church Jim was an infantry officer in the US Marine Corps. His career over the last 50-60 years has taken him from war to God and everything in between. Jim discusses his storied career as an activist and what it means to have faith and integrity on the world today. KEY TAKEAWAYS I grew up in the church and had positive and interesting experiences in the church. Coming into ordained ministry was in my heart and mind even before signing up for the Marine Corps, it was clear to me that’s what I should be doing. I needed to connect the pastoral ministry has to be connected to what I call the prophetic ministry – dealing with and speaking up for the social and systemic issues right outside the door of your church in your community. We were right in the middle of the ‘text-book wars’ where the right wing and the Ku Klux Klan attempted to take away school text-books that were extolling multi-racial, multi-cultural values. Me, my wife and my children had to stand up to some very violent protests, I had to move out of my house a couple of times, my life was threatened, my family was protected by police. This was my first experience with right wing religion and politics wedding and I learned a lot quickly, and I see it very much active now. I joined the Marine Corps in the 1960s to protect the country from Communism and be a patriotic American. I was sent to South-East Asia (Laos and Cambodia, not Vietnam) in what’s now called the Secret War that was full of lies, just like we’ve been lied to about Afghanistan and Iraq. People say we’ve got enough problems in our community here, how can we be interested in foreign wars? You’ll get interested quickly if they start coming for your sons, daughters, husbands to go fight in those wars. Do we have to wait for that? BEST MOMENTS ‘The homeless have not missed a free meal at my church every day, since we started serving them in 1974-5. The problem is the number of people living on the street has only got larger and larger.’ ‘There was opposition from businesses who didn’t want these people in their neighbourhood, but they were already living on the street in the neighbourhood.’ ‘Community is a social construct that we create.’ ‘The amount of money spent of these wars and the amount of deaths has to be engaged by the faith community.’ ‘Step up to the plate, do what you have to do, and try and be faithful – not even right. There’s never anything done by one person.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST For more than 50 years, Rev. Jim Lewis has been addressing the social issues of the local communities he has served as an Episcopal priest. He has organized parishes and communities in Maryland, West Virginia, Michigan, North Carolina, and Delaware to address health care for women, child care, AIDS, prison and criminal justice issues, capital punishment, war, gay issues, housing, and racial issues. Rev. Lewis served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Marine Corps before joining the clergy and has been active in war and peace issues ever since. His travels on peace missions have taken him to Cuba, Central America, Libya, Jordan, Iraq, and Israel/Palestine. He has practiced civil disobedience around coal mine issues, U.S. involvement in war in Central America and Iraq, and poultry labor issues. Active in anti-death penalty work, Rev. Lewis was one of the founders of People of Faith Against the Death Penalty in North Carolina. He received the West Virginia Governor's Martin Luther King Jr. “Living the Dream” award in 1991 and was honored in Delaware by Pacem in Terris in October, 2001, as “A Peacemaker Among Us.” He holds an honorary doctorate from the Virginia Theological Seminary. Lewis has been a regular contributor to a number of newspapers and has authored several books, including, West Virginia Pilgrim (Seabury Press), The Gulf War: The Churches & Peacemaking (North Carolina Council of Churches). He contributed to Strike Terror No More: Theology, Ethics, and the New War (Chalice Press). He authored a chapter, “Grasshopper Power,” in the recently published book, Workers' Rights as Human Rights (Cornell Press) which focuses on workplace safety and the role of community organization in bringing about change in the food production system. ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This milestone, fiftieth adventure is taken in the company of Taylor’s friend and mentor In creative orientation, William Whitecloud, the international bestselling author of three books including his latest, ‘The Secrets of Natural Success’, which gives you the secrets to succeed with your natural innate talents, ability and genius. The pair have a hero’s journey of a conversation about adventure, self-discovery, self-expression and how to create your own destiny, your own life using alchemical principles and creating as an orientation. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is some kind of obvious need to physically go further than what you know. We’d never have evolved from the valley we were in of we weren’t curious. Technologically, geographically and biologically – how we’re grown and how strong we are – we’ve developed that through adventure, curiosity and exploration. Every human being has something in common, we’re all born on the wrong track in life. By that I mean we come into life, have experiences and figure out what it is, we also have negative experiences and learn to avoid them. Those ideas will cause us to take on an idea of who we should be, to protect ourselves, but that’s not in line with who we really are. We get our need of danger, excitement and risk from jumping out of an aeroplane, watching a horror movie. It’s quite easy to get your thrills vicariously in this modern world. You can get a great sense of satisfaction from following a sports team, when they lose, you’re upset but when they win, you’re the hero despite not ever playing for them. The hero’s journey: A child is born of a powerful lineage and get lost/hidden from who they are, living a mediocre life until they are restored to live out their greatness. We’re not meant to stay on the wrong track in life. But most people don’t live out their journey, most are living out their shadow life, accommodating their ego. Often the painful, torturous experiences of initiations, which look horrible and cruel. But, whatever happens was to drive in the teaching of the group, so you never forget the teaching. BEST MOMENTS ‘I still think the biggest adventure is the adventure of oneself.’ ‘Men would rather go to war, kill or be killed, than face what is dysfunctional or limited about themselves.’ ‘The refusal of the call is the conditional nature of taking on the adventure. You’re not in control of the circumstances.’ ‘You need to understand the nature of what you’re going through to better go through it.’ ‘If you want to make people unhappy and unsuccessful in life, just give them a list of people they should look up to and ways they should be.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Adventures.of.Self ABOUT THE GUEST William Whitecloud was born in a small African country called eSwatini, where his parents were carving a 35,000 acre sugar and citrus estate out of virgin bushland. Growing up in such a wild and remote part of the world was to influence his character and personality in many ways, but the most enduring effect that time had on him came from being immersed in the supernatural worldview of the tribes people around them. William seemed to live in an enchanted world where a host of entities and elemental forces wrestled each other for control over the fate of every living thing. He says: Life for me was an endless romp in the Garden of Eden, until I was eight years old, when I was packed off to a succession of Christian orientated boarding schools in the colonial education system. It was forcefully impressed on me that my free spirited nature and heathen superstitions were of no value to the socio-economic machine I was being conditioned to fit into. Ten years later I left school, cured of my innocence and wonder, and thoroughly convinced I had no choice but to find my place within the rational order of Western civilization. But my heart was never in it. I was a conscript, not a volunteer. His first real job was working for a South African commodity trading company, where his indoctrination into the perception of capital as the prime mover behind life was sealed. In 1983, he immigrated to Australia and switched from trading physical commodities to speculating on global financial money markets. Ironically, his trading mentor in Australia was a highly successful analyst and trader given to using profoundly esoteric methods for predicting market movements. Having his eyes opened to the supernatural phenomena that held sway over these giant markets re-ignited his childhood fascination of hidden forces at play in the world. Yet this window into the mystical nature of the universe did nothing to free William from his disillusionment with an existence that seemed designed solely to fulfill societal expectations. In quick succession he developed substance abuse problems, lost all his money, his marriage broke down, and he was diagnosed with a supposedly incurable life threatening illness. With his life at rock bottom, his attention turned from merely observing phenomenon at work outside of himself to seeking ways in which he could practically apply magic to create what he truly wanted: a life rich in health, wealth, love and creative expression. This search brought William into contact with the alchemical principles of Hermetic Philosophy and the ideas of Robert Fritz, founder of Technologies For Creating. Both modalities pointed to the premise that we subconsciously create our own reality and that there is a way in which we can direct the subconscious mind to create the reality we choose. As he delved into these superbly effective principles for reconnecting with and manifesting what is truly important to the human spirit, he made the most startling discovery: that the sad story I just told you about myself was just that – a story. It all really did happen, but it was simply the unfolding of a script he himself had written. Thankfully, this was not the sum total of his revelation. He also discovered that he could make up a new story, one that reflected his true potential. Watching every area of his life rapidly healing and prospering, as he applied his new understanding, confirmed to him what he had believed as a child. Life is magic. In 1996, inspired by the momentum of my own self-transformation, William founded a program called Living From Greatness, a personalized course dedicated to empowering participants in discovering and living their authentic nature and potential. While continuing to be involved in the LFG program, and more lately the Natural Success project, he has worked one-to-one with thousands of people, coaching them in bringing their dreams into reality. His twenty five-year search to discern the essence of what it takes for people to connect with and live effortlessly from their creative spirit forms the basis of his three books, The Magician’s Way, The Last Shaman and Secrets of Natural Success. He now live in Santa Monica, California, where he devotes hus time to writing and developing movies, enjoying his family and letting life unfold by magic. https://naturalsuccessacademy.com/ Instagram: @williamwhitecloud ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website: https://www.galliant.life/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-roark-a852169/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetaylorroark/ Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/@galliant.lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DESCRIPTION This week's adventure is taken in the company of Benedict Corkery, a podcaster whose life and circumstances are so familiar to Taylor it’s like having a conversation with a younger version of himself. Along with his brother and a friend, he is the founder of the Protagonist Podcast which explores how to become the hero in your own story. Ben is passionate about alternative education and in this conversation he and Taylor talk about ‘life as metaphor’, ‘the root of symbolism’ and how our lives continue to unfold even with these conversations. He’s a founding member of The Society for a Wandering Mind noting the words of Tolkein, who said: “Not all those who wander are lost”. KEY TAKEAWAYS We’ve not totally lost symbolism in today’s stories, but I think it’s something that’s more easily identifiable in older stories. I think we need to look back sometimes as it can be helpful and meaningful for us. There was a point where I was pretty down and anxious in my early 20s and wasn’t getting a whole lot done, getting out much or even thinking clearly to make plans. But, deciding to go for a walk in the morning when you wake up is a very simple thing you can do and make happen and can ground you in a very small way. A lot of people don’t think of literature as a practical degree, but that’s the way I approached it. I wasn’t interested in writing techniques at the time, I was interested in myths and narratives and saw them as tools that I could apply to life. I realised that I wasn’t looking to land a secure job as a teacher, I wanted to focus on my side-interests. I wanted to teach kids to trust themselves and pursue their interests and to build their lives, but I felt like a fake because I wasn’t living that truth. As I’ve been working on stuff and trying to make sense of it myself, there’s a pattern of stages of what people go through, a healing, realising and confronting that we’re not on the path we want to be on, this leads into cultivation where we work out what our talents are, which then leads to a building stage where we use our creativity and final to sharing where we build a relationship or community which leads you back to the healing process again. BEST MOMENTS ‘Stories are a way of making sense of things and contextualising ourselves within our own story.’ ‘The answer is in the walking.’ ‘Narratives, metanarratives and archetypes are real and are powerful ways of conceptualising our world, our personal situation, where we’ve come from and where we’re headed.’ ‘Stories can also be scary and uncertain.’ ‘You almost don’t get a choice, you’re pulled to share your creative journey and your story with others. It becomes a duty.’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Adventures Of Self Instagram Facebook ABOUT THE GUEST Ben Corkery is a writer, podcaster, and enjoys helping people get unstuck. He thinks we need more creativity in the world and believes lifestyle changes are the way to go. He used lifestyle changes to drastically improve hi mental health and started leaning more into his creativity. He is passionate about this process and it is his mission to share it with others. We all get stuck, we all end up in dead ends, but it’s what you do next that matters. Ben spent $20K to become a formal teacher only to discover how messed up conventional education is. He got really depressed only to find that his doctor couldn't help him. He didn't fit into a career so he started building his own. Ben loves talking about topics such as healing with food and lifestyle: specifically low carb, ketogenic, and carnivore diets, side hustles, alternative education, creativity, and self-improvement.​ ABOUT THE HOST Taylor Roark is the founder of Galliant Trainings, which guides and facilitates individuals and organisations in Creative Purpose. He has worked variously as a school bus driver, a blacksmith, a Wall Street lawyer and a developer of offshore wind farms. He has lived on 3 continents, travelled to more than 50 countries and currently resides in London, England. Taylor is a keen cyclist, an amateur photographer, an alchemical writer, a weekend DJ and a Taoist at heart. He chooses to live life as a mythical adventure. “The adventure you seek in life is yourself!” CONTACT METHOD Website LinkedIn InstagramInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.self/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna tap into your creativity so you can direct your life and hone your purpose? We all come into this world brimming with creativity! As children, our creative juices flow naturally with everything from crayons and markers to our rich, lively, and curious imaginations. It's why everything seemed possible when we were young! Yet somewhere along the line, life catches up with us and this creative shine loses its luster. Many people forget just how empowering and inspiring their creativity can actually be in successfully moving their life forward. We were fortunate enough to have Lu Camy with us on the show! Lu has extensive experience tapping the creative spark inside people and uses hypnosis as a gateway to massive change. This fun conversation evolved into how hypnosis can help you rekindle this super-power in you and how it's helped so many past hypnosis clients from anxiety to addictions.

King David trained and prepared for his purpose and process in the presence of God. He knew God intimately, spending time in God's presence and in prayer with his instrument. Psalm 84 is an inspirational glimpse into the process of the greatest songwriter and musician of all time.

3.10 - Seeking Your Creative Purpose by Marian Parsons & Shaunna West

In this episode of the Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Scott Allender and Jean Gomes talk to Jeremy Cowart, a distinctive artist whose work you've likely seen either online or in some glossy magazine. Jeremy Cowart is an award winning photographer, artist and entrepreneur, and in 2014 was named as the most influential photographer on the internet. So what can a photographic artist tell us about leadership? This conversation explores creatives being idea leaders, how to build a creative career, the power of purpose and adapting to market changes. https://www.jeremycowart.com/https://www.thepurposehotel.com/Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_Leader