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if you need more of this energy, episode 24 is at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/24 and yes you will cry.

okay but keke brooks really said "i have so many challenges i'm overcoming and THIS is how i still continue to persevere" and honestly???

that's it. that's the post. that's the entire creative philosophy.

stop trying to be a perfect artist and start being a real human who makes art. your mess is not a bug, it's a feature. your struggles aren't obstacles, they're your origin story.

create from your wounds. perform from your truth. let people feel your damn heart.

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okay but keke brooks really said "i have so many challenges i'm overcoming and THIS is how i still continue to persevere" and honestly???

that's it. that's the post. that's the entire creative philosophy.

stop trying to be a perfect artist and start being a real human who makes art. your mess is not a bug, it's a feature. your struggles aren't obstacles, they're your origin story.

create from your wounds. perform from your truth. let people feel your damn heart.

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"Everything I do is creative... even folding a chip bag."

In this week's episode of For the Love of Creatives, Jill Allison Bryan and I explore how creativity manifests in the most mundane problem-solving moments of our lives.

For all the heart-centered creatives who struggle with feelings of inadequacy and isolation—this conversation is a reminder that you belong, your voice matters, and there's a community waiting to embrace your authentic expression.

New episode drops Monday at 9AM. Your creativity deserves to be witnessed. 💫

#creativity #podcast #authenticity #creativelife #fortheloveofcreatives

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"I would even live hour by hour. I would be like, I'm just trying to make it to 6PM. If I can make it to 6PM, I can make it then to 7PM."

Anna Irvine gets painfully real about creative struggles in our latest podcast episode, and honestly? It's the conversation we all need right now.

In a world of highlight reels and "overnight success stories," here's someone talking about the messy middle—the moments when you're just trying to make it through the next hour with your creative dreams intact.

For everyone who's ever felt like they're the only one struggling, for every artist who's questioned if they belong, for every creative who's wondered if they should just give up—this one's for you.

Listen to the full episode: fortheloveofcreativespodcast/22

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When was the last time you felt truly seen as a creative?

Not just your polished work. The real you—with all the doubts, the 2am existential questions about your purpose, the fear that your voice won't resonate with anyone.

For the Love of Creatives podcast is creating a space where heart-centered artists don't have to pretend that creativity is always beautiful and inspiring. Sometimes it's messy. Sometimes it hurts. And that's where the most powerful connections happen.

"I want to create art that resonates with people and sparks conversations." "What's really holding me back is the fear of vulnerability—putting myself out there feels terrifying."

Sound familiar? You're not alone. And there's a community waiting for you.

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"I've never heard of this school. This is actually incredible."

Sometimes the most life-changing opportunities for our creative souls are hiding in places we've never thought to look. Mikund's journey to finding the perfect animation program reminds us that persistence, research, and courage can lead us to creative spaces where we truly belong.

If you've ever felt lost, uncertain, or like your creative voice doesn't fit in the familiar places around you, this episode might just be the gentle nudge you need to look further.

Your creativity matters. Your voice deserves to be heard. And somewhere, there's a community waiting for exactly what you have to offer.

Listen to the full conversation at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/21

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When April Chavez dropped this truth about creative autopilot, we had to share it. Because let's be honest—we've all been that 'automatic robot' at some point, haven't we? Creating without connection, making without meaning.

If you're yearning for a community that gets it—that understands the messy, beautiful struggle of authentic creation—come find your people. Full episode link in bio.

#CreativeTruthBombs #AuthenticCreation #CreativeCommunity

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"We're about promoting looking at the ways that we are similar to each other. Things we have in common because I believe that's what will heal our planet."

Representation matters. Community heals. Neuroscience confirms our brains seek familiarity, which is why diversity in creative spaces requires intentional effort.

Listen to our full conversation with Teresa Coleman-Wash on the For the Love of Creatives podcast, where we explore creating spaces where heart-centered creatives can truly find their people.

#ForTheLoveOfCreatives #RepresentationMatters #CreativeCommunity #Neuroscience #Healing

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creative wisdom archive // conversations with people who make things that matter // for when you need more than just aesthetic inspiration // fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com

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not to be dramatic but this podcast actually changed my entire approach to creative work // the conversations go so much deeper than just "follow your passion" // find the episodes that will break your creative blocks at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com

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evolution of a creative podcast // each cover representing conversations that changed how I think about creativity and purpose // listen if you're tired of the same creative advice everywhere else // fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com

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When the world shut down, community showed up.

Marissa Heyl built her business supporting artisan women. When pandemic threatened everything, those same connections became her lifeline.

There's profound power in creative communities that celebrate authenticity and vulnerability. That's the environment we're nurturing at For The Love Of Creatives.

Your fears of rejection? Your doubts about whether your work is "good enough"? We all share them.

Your creative voice deserves to be heard.

Listen to Marissa's full story: fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/17

#CreativeCommunity #AuthenticVoices #VulnerabilityWins

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"There must have been something going on in his household that was absolutely unthinkable and unbearable."

In this rare moment of vulnerability, Maddox shares with Amber Goodwin how finding compassion for his childhood bully completely transformed his relationship with past pain.

For creative souls who've been paralyzed by fear of judgment or criticism, this conversation illuminates how compassion—even for those who've hurt us deeply—can dissolve the emotional barriers to authentic expression.

What creative wounds might you heal through understanding rather than resentment?

Listen to the full conversation at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/16

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When a creative community forms virtually first, something magical happens

Andrea Lamarsaude shares her experience of building connections online during the pandemic, and the beautiful moment when those virtual bonds finally manifested in physical space.

"We'd already established connections. We'd already kind of bonded with each other, and then the people who wanted to come in who couldn't came in. And it was just this wonderful experience to see everything be able to bloom."

For every artist, writer, designer or creator who's struggled with isolation, self-doubt, or the fear of showing your work—there's a community waiting for you.

Listen to the full conversation at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/15 and discover why vulnerability in creativity isn't just necessary—it's revolutionary.

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"I really would love to learn how to love life…"

There's something about hearing someone articulate the exact struggle you've been carrying alone. This moment with Berend McKenzie reminds us why we created this podcast—because the creative journey isn't just about making beautiful things, it's about finding reasons to keep going when the darkness feels overwhelming.

Listen to the full episode at fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/14 and remember: your voice matters in this community. Your struggles are seen. Your creativity is needed in this world.

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"We're about promoting looking at the ways that we are similar to each other. Things we have in common because I believe that's what will heal our planet."

Representation matters. Community heals. Neuroscience confirms our brains seek familiarity, which is why diversity in creative spaces requires intentional effort.

Listen to our full conversation with Teresa Coleman-Wash on the For the Love of Creatives podcast, where we explore creating spaces where heart-centered creatives can truly find their people.

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"I think it's funny how we can get so caught up on how we label things…"

Rich Wright from Artist Recovery Podcast joins Maddox and Dwight on For The Love of Creatives to discuss moving beyond masculine/feminine labels to focus on competence and warmth—a perspective that can transform how creatives approach their work and relationships.

Listen to the full episode here: fortheloveofcreativespodcast.com/17

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