The Wilderness of Creativity

When life uproots you, what if it’s not the end, but the beginning of a slower kind of 'becoming'?Rosie’s story is one of creation in the midst of chaos. In this episode, she shares the birth story of The Triplet Tree, where Rosie combines three strands of her work - dance, massage and volunteering as forms of connection and healing. We explore how global disruption sparked not just adaptation, but transformation: a move to Bavaria, the building of a survival cabin, and the deep questioning of identity and labels, especially around motherhood. We discuss how stories, both the ones we tell ourselves and those we inherit, shape who we become and how learning to honour growth means letting those narratives evolve.I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!

Can you see the invisible line that shapes your creative journey so far? Through the gentle guidance of nature, Elizabeth has discovered the invisible line that connects us all between the joy and sorrow, self-expression and self-care. She encourages us to understand how artistic practice becomes a form of inner resilience, revealing moments of beauty and meaning even in the depths of grief. This soulful conversation offers a reminder: creativity isn’t just an outlet, it’s a lifeline. I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! Sign up for the Lost and Found creative workshop HEREAbout the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!After earning her BA (Hons) in Visual Communication from the prestigious Edinburgh College of Art and moving from the UK to Switzerland, Elizabeth has followed a unique creative flow that blends over 25 years of graphic design expertise with two decades of self-development and spiritual growth. This journey has led her to create Seeing The Invisible Line — a visually immersive, self-transformational experience designed to help others see beyond the surface and connect more deeply with themselves. Elizabeth’s path is what brings her here today: passionate about guiding others to connect with the flow of life, trust their inner voice, and walk their own path with confidence and clarity. (Extract from the Seeing The Invisible Line website. More about Elizabeth can be found on her graphic design site: www.seaglass.com)@elizabeth_hitchman on Instagram Elizabeth's Website

What if the most powerful learning comes from embracing the 'side quest'? In this episode, we explore the heart of play-based learning and the power of continuous provision, not just as a classroom strategy, but as a long-term investment in children’s development, wellbeing, and future readiness.How does continuous provision create space for autonomy, creativity, and deep-level thinking?How can we measure the impact of play meaningfully, without losing its magic?What are the benefits of child-led play when building the core skills children need to thrive in today's fast-paced and ever-changing world: problem-solving, resilience, emotional literacy, and confidence?How can educators reimagine learning frameworks not just for reform, but to truly future-proof our children’s wellbeing, creativity and growth? I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! Sign up for the Lost and Found creative workshop HEREAbout the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Emma is an EYFS specialist consultant, former headteacher and the founder of the COOL curriculum, a continuous provision framework changing the pedagogy in KS1 classrooms. She is passionate about creating classrooms where autonomy, creativity and joy are centred and works with schools and trusts on bespoke curriculum projects and EYFS leadership support. Emma's Website @Emma_lewry_early_education on Instagram

What does learning a new language have to do with confidence, creativity and compassion? In this episode, we explore how language, music, and the arts can open doors, not just to communication, but to deeper understanding, cultural empathy and a more connected, expressive life.Thank you for listening,Stay wild xI’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Can I use the one I filled in before?! Jennie's Facebook page @jenniemoses on Instagram Jennie's Website Free resources: https://welcome.languagesforall.org.uk/holiday-frenchhttps://welcome.languagesforall.org.uk/holiday-germanhttps://welcome.languagesforall.org.uk/holiday-spanish

What happens when you step away from what’s safe and follow an inner nudge—without knowing exactly where it’ll lead?Charlotte recently took a massive leap of faith and has landed somewhere totally unexpected! In this episode, Charlotte shares her bold leap from the classroom into the unexpected, how she’s crafting a new career with @nipperbout and why trusting the unknown might just lead you exactly where you need to be.Thank you for listening,Stay wild xCopyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Charlotte is a former Performing Arts teacher now Lead Events Coordinator at @nipperbout. She is also the founder of Maps and Naps. Mentioned in this episode:You Tube channel

What if the words you speak each morning could reshape your entire day?In this reflective episode, we discuss how intentional language and daily affirmations can shift your mindset and set the emotional tone for your day, and the idea of redefining happiness on your own terms - free from the weight of societal expectations.Beth also shares why poetry has become a powerful tool for healing and self-understanding, which highlights the vulnerability and bravery it takes to share creative work with the world. Finally, we talk about creating healthier digital spaces, curating your feed to reflect inspiration rather than comparison! Head over to our Instagram page for reflection questions you can explore during the episode or save them for later, whenever it feels right for you.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Beth has three main passions in life - helping people, creativity and spreading happiness. She is a Digital Comms Manager for national charity Home-Start UK. She’s also a life coach offering 1:1 coaching and creative play through workshops. Each workshop has a creative twist, think vision boards, scrapbooking and collaging. The workshops bring people together and encourage interesting conversation. Beth recently took on a challenge to write a poem everyday for 100 days, so a published poetry book is the next goal. You can usually find Beth reading, journaling, doing yoga, creating and exploring. @livehappy_coach on InstagramBeth's Website Beth on YouTube

What if the colours you choose and the way your furniture is arranged could shift the creative energy in your life?In this informative episode, we explore the foundational elements of feng shui and how your home can become a powerful tool for balance, intention and personal growth. We touch upon colour theory and how different hues influence mood and energy, learn what the Bagua map is and how the layout and shape of your home can either support or disrupt your energy flow. Lorraine also offers some simple, practical feng shui tips you can start using this week to create more harmony in your environment. Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Get in touch with Lorraine for your FREE Feng Shui questionnaire: Mentioned in this episode:Like this show?

Can the energy in your space really change your life? Lorraine Lewis thought it was all a myth, until her own journey proved otherwise. From clutter to clarity, this episode explores how shifting your space can unlock creative flow and inner balance. You’ll also get a beginner-friendly introduction to the five elements of feng shui -wood, fire, earth, metal, and water - and learn how each brings unique energy into your home and life. With grounding techniques and practical tips woven throughout, this episode is a beautiful starting point for anyone curious about creating more harmony, balance, and creative flow in their space.Be sure to check out Part 1 and 2 of this episode and get in touch with your feedback based on the reflective questions and creative tasks. Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!For over thirty years, Lorraine Lewis has worked her dream job as a Feng Shui consultant and teacher, helping individuals and corporate clients create powerful, positive changes by making simple yet impactful adjustments to their spaces. She has designed and delivered countless workshops, courses, and presentations, and regularly speaks at seminars and holistic events about the transformative power of feng shui principles. Lorraine's signature de-cluttering system empowers people to take full control of their belongings; clearing the clutter once and for all, and more importantly, keeping it from returning. The method is simple, sustainable, and stress-free, offering a long-term solution without the overwhelm. Surprisingly, Lorraine didn’t always believe in energy work. Her personal transformation began when she embraced the idea that our environments reflect and influence every part of our lives, and now she helps others create spaces they truly love. Lorraine's Facebook page @fengshuilorraine on Instagram Lorraine's Website Mentioned in this episode:a...

What happens when a teacher trades the classroom for the forest, and steps into a role where history, storytelling, and creativity collide?In this episode, we follow Katie’s inspiring journey from traditional classroom teaching to the world of outdoor education, a shift that brought her closer to nature, creativity and personal fulfilment. She shares her experience working with The Sherwood Outlaws, a medieval stunt performance troupe that fuses historical performance with immersive storytelling, showing how creative work can connect us to the past in dynamic, engaging ways.We also explore the ongoing challenge of balancing artistic expression with the realities of everyday life, and what it truly means to embrace uncertainty. Katie offers honest insights on the courage it takes to make bold moves, trust your instincts, and follow a less conventional path.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Katie is a actress and outdoor educator. She regularly performs with The Sherwood Outlaws - a medieval stunt performance troupe based in Nottingham - as well as teaches as an outdoor educator for Notts Outdoors. Katie brings the legendary Maid Marian to life at live events, festivals, medieval-themed camps across the UK as well as lends her skills to media, film and television work as Princess Laia!Katie 's Facebook page Katie 's Website Mentioned in this episode:Express you interest

What if we could make education happier, less stressful & more relevant for everybody? What if nurturing creativity and well-being was considered just as important as test scores and targets?In this episode, Lucy speaks with educator and advocate Kate Wadsworth about what’s possible when we step away from the traditional classroom model and begin to reimagine education on our own terms. Together, they explore how education can become happier, less stressful, and more relevant for both students and teachers. From prioritising educator well-being and creating more inclusive school environments, to navigating the often tricky space between real-life classroom needs and top-down policy demands, Kate shares her insights on how we might reshape the system from the inside out. At the heart of it all? A belief in the power of creativity as a vital, guiding force in modern education.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Kate is an educator whose mission is to make education happier, less stressful, and more relevant for everyone. Not content to wait for systemic change, she is passionate about finding ways to create positive change independently. As a teacher, international consultant, education coach, and now author, she enjoys approaching learning from a different perspective. She advocates for learning experiences to be playful, creative, curious, and kind, benefiting both educators and students alike. @what.if.education on Instagram Kate's Website Mentioned in this episode:You Tube channel

What makes a podcast more than just a conversation? And what happens when creativity meets cutting-edge research in language and education?In this episode, we explore the power of podcasting as a tool for engagement, the exciting possibilities of AI in language research, and how creative approaches, both in and out of the classroom, can open up new ways of understanding how we communicate. With insights from her MA research in Applied Linguistics, Abi reflects on the role of creativity in language, and why blending art and science might be the key to shaping the future of learning.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Applied Linguist passionate about harnessing creativity in language and communication to make knowledge accessible and enjoyable for as many people as possible! @abi_k_27_schwa on X Mentioned in this episode:Express you interestLike this show?

What does a life well-lived really look like? In this heartfelt mini-episode, I sit down for a spontaneous chat with someone who knows a thing or two about it, my grandma. In this short but meaningful interlude, my grandma shares her reflections on aging with purpose, the value of staying active, and how creativity weaves its way into everyday life. We talk about the joy of hands-on hobbies, the legacy of making things with care, and her beautiful, simple secret to happiness: gratitude, faith, and community.It’s a gentle reminder that creativity doesn’t always look like art — sometimes, it’s in the way we live, love, and connect.This episode is a gift from me to my mum💗Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling.

Have you ever had your heart broken? That kind of heartbreak that shakes you to your core, and forces you to ask: Who am I now?Welcome to this week's episode with self-empowerment coach Nicola Fisher (@Nicola_thehearthealer on Instagram) Nikki is a self-empowerment coach dedicated to helping women reconnect with themselves and heal. Through her guidance, she inspires women to stand confidently in their greatness. Key discussion points:How to find and reclaim your voice and the role of creativity in self-discovery and healingNavigating and overcoming relationship challenges and breakdownsPractical strategies for personal growth and transformationThis is a story of healing, growth, and the creative rebirth that can only come from breaking open.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan Would you like to share your story with our listeners? Click here to express your interest!You can support the show here: Support The Wilderness of Creativity I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! Nicola's Facebook group Mentioned in this episode:Like this show?

Why do we still define fitness by how we look rather than how we feel, move, or live? And what might shift if we treated movement not as punishment, but as play?In this episode, Lucy chats with July, a health and fitness coach with a rich background in the creative arts. Together, they explore how mindset, joy, and values-driven habits are just as essential as physical training. From challenging appearance-based fitness myths to rediscovering the power of play, this conversation invites you to rethink what movement can look like on your terms.Thank you for listening,Stay wild xCopyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!With extensive experience coaching individuals, groups, and mentoring early-career personal trainers, July is dedicated to supporting clients in building sustainable, long-term relationships with fitness. Her approach is personalised and effective, focusing on creating tailored training sessions that align with each person's goals and lifestyle. Grounded in evidence and backed by science, July's coaching style is compassionate, collaborative and creative ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way. She holds a Level 4 qualification in Strength and Conditioning, a Women’s Coaching Specialist Certification (GGS 2024), a Certificate in Nutrition specialising in Optimum Nutrition for Health and Performance, and a Level 3 in Personal Training and Gym Instructing. Her mission: to empower clients to achieve their fitness goals through thoughtful, measured, and science-based coaching.https://trainwithsculpt.com/https://www.instagram.com/trainwithsculpt/

What happens when a successful fashion career collides with motherhood and a kitchen table full of big ideas? In this episode, we hear the real, raw, and inspiring story of turning passion into purpose - while juggling snack time and school runs. In this candid and uplifting conversation, we sit down with Rebecca Witham, who shares her incredible journey from the fast-paced fashion industry to launching her own business, Snuggles and Kisses. She opens up about how becoming a parent shifted everything, the emotional highs and real-life hurdles of building a brand while navigating family demands and the quiet moments of doubt in between. Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Hi, I am Rebecca, owner/founder of Snuggles and Kisses. We are a handmade and sustainable baby & childrens business. Our biggest seller is our clothing, but we also sell baby gifts, toys, accessories and books Rebecca's Facebook page Rebecca's Website Mentioned in this episode:Like this show?

What does it really take to keep showing up when the algorithm, the market or your mindset shifts? In this episode, we explore the hustle, the heart and the pivotal choices that shape a creative path. Our guest, Laura Lawes shares the realities of building a small creative business, her experience navigating sliding door moments and the emotional rollercoaster of rebranding and evolving with purpose. We also unpack the challenges and surprising rewards of creating consistent, authentic content in the ever-shifting world of social media.This one’s for the dreamers, the doers, and anyone daring to take the road less travelled!Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!In 2021, Laura lost her job, which significantly impacted her confidence and left her wondering how she would ever be able to return to the workforce. Shortly afterwards, she accompanied her husband on a business trip and decided to do some sketching. As she watched little characters come to life on the page, she began to wonder if she could turn them into personalised paintings for children. However, her journey didn’t go exactly as planned, as her perfectionist tendencies meant each order would take days to complete. Recognising that her initial approach wasn’t sustainable, she realised she had fallen back in love with being creative and needed to find a new way to make it work. Laura then taught herself how to use the drawing app Procreate, allowing her to transform her sketches into children's prints. This led to a total rebrand and the birth of Mouse & Meg — a name inspired by her son Tom (whom she nicknamed Mouse since he was a baby) and her daughter Megan. Laura's Facebook page @mouseandmeg on Instagram Laura's Website Mentioned in this episode:You Tube channel

Ever felt like giving up before you’ve even started? This episode is your reminder that creativity is messy, growth is awkward, and no one begins as an expert!This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Sarah McDowell (@seomindsetpod) for a conversation that’s equal parts celebration and creative therapy. We talk about the real story behind starting The Wilderness of Creativity, the self-doubt, the technical hiccups and the surprising moments of growth that keep us going! Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Check out Sarah's socials, The SEO Podcast and her recording studio:https://lyrebirdstudios.com/www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmcdukhttps://theseomindset.co.uk/listenhttps://sarahmcdowell.co.uk

What happens when you walk away from the familiar with the aim to go full time with a side hustle? In this episode, Emily shares what it really takes to change careers, juggle multiple roles, and find creative confidence, even when imposter syndrome creeps in. She opens up about the highs and lows of navigating this transition, and how she balances multiple roles while working on passion-driven projects. Emily also discusses the mental side of creativity, sharing candidly about imposter syndrome, and the mindset shifts that helped her embrace her unique design voice. Whether you’re in the middle of a pivot or dreaming of one, Emily’s journey will leave you feeling both grounded and inspired.Thank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan Would you like to share your story with our listeners? Click here to express your interest!I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Have you ever felt stuck in a career that just doesn’t feel right? Or wondered what it takes to make a bold leap into something completely new? Today, we’re joined by Emily Labbate, a true jack of all trades who’s turned her passion into her new career. Most recently, Emily was training to become a solicitor specialising in commercial property, but the relentless grind, combined with studying and earning just above minimum wage, left her feeling out of balance and disconnected from her family. So, what did she do? She took a brave leap in January this year to focus solely on her side hustle — property development. Just six months in, Emily has already completed her first solo project and is close to completing her second! @Lovea_project on InstagramMentioned in this episode:You Tube channel

Rough mornings, emotional outbursts, and bedtime struggles can feel even more overwhelming when you're parenting a neurodivergent child. In this compassionate and practical conversation with Jo, we discuss how to handle emotional outbursts, support smoother transitions to school and create calmer mornings and bedtimes tailored to your child’s needs. We also explore how working with a parent coach can be a game changer: giving you the support, strategies, and validation you deserve. Most importantly, we talk about shifting the focus from 'managing behaviour' to truly recognising and celebrating your child’s strengths and brilliance. If you’re navigating parenting through a neurodivergent lens, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and more confident in your journey.Thank you for listening,Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! About the Host: Lucy Colgan is a seasoned creative leader, educator and podcast host with nearly two decades of experience in the arts and education. She holds a PGCE in Drama & Performing Arts and a Professional Diploma in Dance from Trinity Laban, and has worked as a freelance artist, project manager, and director across the creative sector. She launched The Wilderness of Creativity in 2024 and invites listeners to explore what it really means to 'take the road less travelled' in creative life, combining vulnerability, practical insight and inspirational storytelling. Want to learn more about today’s guest? Check out their full bio and links below!Jo Long is a Parenting Coach for mums of Autistic/ADHD kids up to age 11, diagnosed or not. She combines lived experience with practical tools to help you move out of survival mode — fast. Her son is bright, autistic with ADHD. She knows the heartbreak of watching your child struggle, the self-doubt of wondering “Is it me?”, and the pressure to keep everything together when you’re crumbling inside. But she also knows there’s a better way. Jo's Website Mentioned in this episode:Like this show?

*Trigger warning: Some of the topics discussed during today's episode may cause some listeners distress. Please take care when listening.Welcome to this week's episode with special guests Heidi Cross and Marielle Molette (@dementiatalkwithmandh on Instagram) Heidi Lee Cross is a copywriter and poet with a background in media. She worked as a producer for many years before focussing on writing. She has helped care and advocate for her mum who has Alzheimer’s for the last 8 years. She has self published two books, the second a mix of personal stories, poems, and tips about her experiences of dementia caregiving. She loves with her partner and 12 year old son in North London. Marielle Molette has a background in the NHS and social care and is fluent in French. She is passionate about dementia advocacy and has helped care for her mum who has Alzheimer’s for 10 years. She appeared in a video for Royal Free Trust about outcomes for dementia patients in hospital - and talked passionately about her mum. She lives in North London with her husband and two teenage sons. We set up @dementiatalkwithMandH to help us process our feelings on this difficult and challenging journey and to help others. Key discussion points:Recognising early signs of Dementia and navigating the emotional landscape of caregivingThe impact of trauma on cognitive declineCreative expression as a coping mechanism and writing as a form of healingThe role of art and music in Dementia care settingsThank you for listening!Stay wild x Copyright 2025 Lucy Colgan Dementia Support Line: Call 0333 150 3456If you need dementia support, we’re here for you. All calls with the Dementia Support Line are recorded for training and quality purposes. Calls charged at standard local rate.If you are in an emergency situation, please call 999 or 111.Dementia UK: Call our Dementia Helpline0800 888 6678Would you like to share your story with our listeners? Click here to express your interest!You can support the show here: Support The Wilderness of Creativity I’d love to hear from you! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube - be sure to subscribe here so you never miss an episode - and check out our FREE Substack newsletter!Enjoying the show? You can rate and review the podcast here - your feedback helps more listeners discover the show, builds our community, and keeps the episodes coming! Mentioned in this episode:Like this show?