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The Compassionate Creative is the podcast that shares the stories of creative leaders who work to pave a path forward in their industries and do so with compassion, authenticity and integrity. I ask guests about their struggles and challenges, what tools and skills they use to enhance creativity, and how they stay inspired to continue to work from a place of compassion.
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Sheri Saginor is a Boston-based audiobook narrator and producer who helps bring authors' written words to life. With over twenty years of experience as a speaker, writer, and performer, Sheri brings to her work a true passion for the spoken word. She has worked in a wide variety of industries, including high-tech, education, and music, but the throughline has been using her voice to communicate effectively.
In this episode:
-why she practices transcendental meditation everyday
-her journey to becoming an audiobook narrator and producer and how her career has always been centered around sharing her voice (singer, high-tech sales, speech writer)
-why all these stops along her journey were important to creating the fulfilling life she has today
-what it was like to transition from freelance artist/singer to a high-tech job with benefits, back to freelance and entrepreneurship
-why self-awareness and trusting herself has always been such an important component of showing herself compassion throughout her career
-Clear, Vibrant, Confident: how she came up with these words to market her truest voice in the industry
-why all the ‘closed doors’ and grief of letting go of the things she thought she wanted, were integral to her finding her most authentic voice
-the different phases of being a ‘compassionate creative’ throughout her life
Sheri's Website: www.sherisaginor.com
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In this episode:
-celebrating 50 episodes with a special Q&A!
-I am answering your questions about creativity, movement, my process and more!
-special announcement (for those of you who don't already know!)
-Thank you to all my guests, listeners and supporters! Cheers to the next 50!
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With two Master's Degrees in education and counseling, and over 40 years experience as a psychotherapist, life and business coach, hypnotist, teacher, speaker and author, Susie Hayes helps people become and stay FREED from Stuck! She is the author of the award-winning book, "FREED from Stuck! Dare to Cross the Bridge Beyond Grief, trauma, and Self-Sabotage to Discover Lasting Change Now.
In this episode:
-how she created the 5 elements of FREED with the analogy of crossing a bridge to get to where you are going
-takes us through each element and how the process of going through these can help us become unstuck and to move forward towards our goals and desires
-acknowledging the grief of moving forward and letting go of past things that are holding us back
-realizing our transformation and the shift of achieving a goal in order to keep us from moving backwards or falling into self-sabotage
-the inspiration behind her book and how her life experiences culminated into the work she does now
-her healing process of having a difficult relationship with her mother was foundational in appreciating her self-exploration
-the importance of appreciating the value of creativity and why it is integral to the quality of our lives
-when we get truly connected to who we are, we can create from that truth and authenticity
-how ‘showing up’ with compassion, empathy, grace, encouragement, insight has become something she wants to do both professionally and personally
Susie's Website: susiehayesnow.com
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Happy Friday friends! Today's #freeflowfriday is an exploration of how the Summer Solstice is inspiring me to shine my light and how I have been feeling a shift of energy around this time. I also want to acknowledge that there is light and hope in dark times such as today, as Roe v Wade is overturned in America. We need to use our fire, our light, our voices to advocate for those folks who will be affected by this. Shine bright friends! Use this new energy to recharge, restore and get ready to bring the fire.
Let me know your thoughts!
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In this episode:
-her journey with writing and how it stemmed from the darkest period of her life
-her daily spiritual practices; how it guides her creative path and how she receives inspiration through her connection
-how she stays inspired through testimonies and encouragement from her readers
-her new venture writing films and translating her books into screenplays
-her near death experience and why it changed her path
-how her life and experiences as an ex-exotic dancer led her to empowering women from all walks of life understand their worth
-how she balances all the facets of her life and how she calls upon her community to help
Kimberly's Website: kimberlyhargraves.com
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In this episode:
-his definition of compassion and why it’s an important part of his personal and professional life, especially when it comes to his son
-as humans we all have so many similarities, so knowing that we share the same challenges we can be more humane and compassionate
-his background in business consultation and why he decided to focus more on the importance of interconnectedness in the work environment; how this led to writing his book “The Art of Compassionate Business”
-why the relationship between the business and their stakeholders is so important and why nurturing a robust and compassionate relationship is much more profitable for all
-a simple tip for businesses to nurture relationships with their stakeholders, customers & employees: recognizing other’s needs
-why interdependence is the most important principle in business
-the difference between the qualitative and quantitative aspects of business environments and why both are very important
-why fear and control based workplaces do not allow for creativity, collaboration or innovative and why more compassionate businesses bring about more profitability
-the synergy between compassion and creativity and why both are important for any business’ success
Bruno's Website: brunocignacco.com
Bruno's Instagram: @brunocignacco
Buy "The Art of Compassionate Business": Amazon
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In this episode:
-shares what centering prayer is
-how you do it and how it can help creatives (or anyone) to let go of what doesn’t need your attention and focus on what they need to
-why centering prayer is different from using a mantra in a meditation and why it’s important to start with baby steps and work your way up to longer ‘sits’
-what the benefits are from centering prayer and how it has changed his own life
-how he uses centering prayer and affirmations to help him with his creative process
-why anyone can do centering prayer
-the inspiration behind his latest book “Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer”
-how he was able to show himself compassion when it came to the struggles of finding a publisher for the book
-how he wants to help people discover themselves through his offerings
Rich's Website: silenceteaches.com
Rich's Instagram: @rich_lewis3
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Today I am sharing some thoughts on creating good habits and how it ties into my latest offering...A 21 Day Yoga Journey. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about habits. I found a wonderful quote the other day by Sean Covey: “Depending on what they are, our habits will either make us or break us.”
21 Day Yoga Journey begins March 1 through my YouTube Channel (Be sure to SUBSCRIBE)
If you are interested in joining, contact me to be added to the daily emails
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In this episode:
-her yoga journey which has started to include kundalini yoga which she never pictured would be part of her practice
-‘The Brave Kind Community’ - why she started it and why it was a way for her to tap into her creative soul and help others
-her story of her sobriety; why it allowed her to become more connected to herself on a deeper level, including reclaiming her inner child
-why her creative sober circle has supported her and connected to women all over the world through art
-the inspiration behind self published memoir ‘Strong Roots, Wayward Soul’ and how she was able to show herself compassion through the creative process of writing it
-how she was able to work through the painful parts of writing her memoir by allowing space for ‘pause’ as well as working with a somatic healer and integrating her yoga practice
-why it is so important to lead by example and how she’s had to work to let go of worrying about what other people think
Christy's Website: wearethebravekind.com
Christy's Instagram: @the_bravekind
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Today I am sharing my thoughts about the trucker “freedom convoy” here in Ontario. I have many emotions and I haven’t been able to find a place to channel my energy around it. I thought I would use this platform to share, as I have been really struggling to understand and hold space for people who are standing behind this particular movement and upholding systems that cause harm to so many. Today I am challenging you to take a look at your privilege and proximity to power.
I also want to share some of the resources and educators that have taught me (and continue to teach me) so much about dismantling my own personal biases.
@ckyourprivilege (the inspiration for the name of this episode)
@jamilamalika
@newleaffoundationto
@janayathefuture
@dearyoga_
@accordingtoweeze
@rachelricketts
@wetsuweten_checkpoint
@matriarch.movement
@lindork
@selamdebs
Wheel of Power & Privilege (Illustrated by @sylviaduckworth)
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In this episode:
-the inspiration behind her essential oils business “Earth Keeper” and why she is hopeful it will inspire others to lead a less wasteful and toxin filled life
-how motherhood has also inspired her small business and why she wants to empower other moms to make their own products that are safe to use
-why there is a big disconnect between the consumer and the product and why we sometimes neglect the important connection to our skin and the products we put on it
-how essential oils are another way for her to express her creativity; finding different combinations and creating personalized rollers and perfumes to suit people’s needs
-through all of her creative endeavors, she has come to realize that ‘you’ve already got it in you’ and why she wants to help people discover this within themselves
Jeanine's website: jeaninedinger.com
Jeanine's Instagram: @jeaninedinger
Earth Keeper Instagram: @earthkeeproils
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Today I am offering a meditation practice with a focus on setting an intention for your day. Based on my last #freeflowfriday (New Year Intentions) I wanted to offer you a tangible practice that you can come back to whenever you need some guidance setting an intention to help you be more productive, creative and grounded. I hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode:
-her transition into motherhood and why prioritizing tasks has helped with showing herself compassion even on the difficult days
-how the momentum vs. motivation mindset has helped not feel overwhelmed as a mother and entrepreneur
-how becoming a mother has enhanced her creativity; how her daughter has inspired more play and has taught her to become more present
-her journey moving to Switzerland and what that process of integrating herself in a new country was like
-how being open and patient with the process allowed things to “fall into place”
-making the transition from performer into choreographer and what that was like in a new country, speaking a new language
-how she felt about working in amateur theatre and then working on her first professional production during the pandemic
-working through feelings and thoughts of self-doubt through the choreographic process
Jeanine's Website: jeaninedinger.com
Jeanine's Instagram: @jeaninedinger
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Happy New Year and welcome to the first #freeflowfriday of 2022. Today I am sharing my intentions for the new year and why they are different from resolutions. An intention is not a goal, but more of a feeling, a vibration; how you want to move through the world, what you wish to embody, what you want to nourish and grow. Let me know your thoughts!
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Online Yoga Classes - Join me for LIVE Zoom classes in January!
In today's final #freeflowfriday of the year, I'm sharing my thoughts about giving back. This is the biggest season to give back, but how can we continue to do so throughout the year, not only for others but for ourselves as well. I share some of the ways I am trying to give back this year.
This is my last episode for 2021 as I have decided to take a short break over the holidays. Thank you for all of your support and I wish you and your loved ones a peaceful and joyous holiday season! See you in 2022.
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In this episode:
-what helped awaken her to become less harsh and judgemental on herself
-discovering the difference of being self-aware and knowing what you need to work on and harsh self talk
-a synopsis of her new book “The Reckless Kind” and how kindness and compassion show up as the main themes
-other themes that come up in the book: non-conformity, guilt, authenticity, inclusivity, deprogramming yourself from the patriarchy, animal welfare and self worth
-how an injury from working with her horse was the inspiration for the book
-why being authentic as a creative is so important even though it can be scary in order to share your truest voice
-the importance of breath work and checking in with tension throughout your body during the creative process
-nourishing a more community oriented way of living through her creativity and writing
Carly's Website: carlyheathauthor.com
Carly's Instagram: @carlylynheath
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Today's episode is inspired by 'The Untethered Soul' by Michael A. Singer and the lovely ladies in my bookclub! We have been discussing the inner roommate aka the EGO and how it loves to show up at the most inconvenient times! I share about how I am working on stepping back and becoming a witness to my inner roommate.
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In this episode:
-the importance of simply ‘showing up’
-her exploration of various modalities of art, movement and mindfulness and how these interests all culminated to the work she does now to help creatives
-what is ‘mindful art’ and how she combines this with breath work and movement to help creatives get in the zone or move through blocks
-how she focuses on becoming present with the process of mindful art and how this takes the stress off of it being perfect
-one of her favorite exercises ‘drawing the breath meditation’ using your hand or a pen and paper
-the 7 step framework she created that goes through how to settle into the present moment, breath, body in order to invite in creative practices
-listening to your body in order to allow creativity flow in
-how we often add pressure on ourselves, especially during the creative process, and how some of the practices she offers help to free ourselves from this
Cynthia's website: mindfulcreativemuse.com
Cynthia's Instagram: @mindfulcreativemuse
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Firstly, I am so excited to share my latest offering...YouTube yoga classes! I am so happy to be sharing my yoga content with the YouTube world in an effort to make my classes more accessible to everyBODY! This is another way for us to connect, so be sure to check out my channel, subscribe, like and share!
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This week's #freeflowfriday was inspired by my dear friend, teacher and healer Amy Miranda and her workshop offering "What We've Forgotten" where we discussed synchronicity a lot. It came up for me throughout the week, as I was really trying to connect more and become more present and aware of signs and signals being sent to me by nature. Sharing my thoughts, some stories and experiences on synchronicity and how I am practising becoming more open to these beautiful moments in life. As always, let me know your thoughts!
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In this episode:
-trying to become aware of patterns and habits and giving herself the space to not rush
-what ‘The Art of Personal Mythmaking’ writing course entails
-how she was inspired to help people transform and heal through creative writing
-how her studies in dance and anthropology grounded her curiosity about human behaviour and expression through movement
-as a single parent at 23, juggling various part-time jobs in the arts, she was experiencing a lot of stress and turned to bodywork to help
-how receiving this work opened her up to realising that the body holds emotions and connecting to the messages her body was sending her
-as she began to explore and combine all of her interests and curiosities, she began offering workshops which eventually turned into the course ‘The Art of Personal Mythmaking’
-how various blocks such as perfectionism, overwhelm, procrastination are rooted in a dysregulated nervous system and the importance of rest for the creative process
-how our bodies will send us signals that we need to pay attention to in order to get over blocks and help complete the trauma cycle
-how she guides people through body-based writing prompts in order to open them up to sensation and flow writing
-what she shares through her podcast platform and how she is transitioning to interviewing memoirists
Janelle's Website: janellehardy.com Find out about her writing courses and other ways you can work with her!
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