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How to know when to keep going with your dream or when it’s time to quit with Grace Chon “Your obstacles are your initiation into greatness.” — Joe Dispenza How do you know when you should keep going in pursuit of your wildest dreams, or throw in the towel and walk away?This is one of my most personal episodes yet, and I share with you the 3 questions I ask myself when I reach obstacles or a crossroads and have to decide which path to choose. I talk about some of the hardest, darkest parts of my 11 year career, things I’ve never talked about publicly before. These are the times I was so sure I had to stop chasing my dreams of being a pet photographer and choose a more stable path. How did I know I had to keep going? I also talk about how to know it’s actually the right time to quit by sharing about the rise and fall of my defunct kimchi business, and why it’s ok - no, essential - TO QUIT when you have to! This is the season finale, folks! See you back here in February 2020. In the meantime, keep in touch with me on Instagram, in the Facebook Group, and keep your brains and spirits filled with goodness by checking out some of my favorite podcasts and books below. Until next time my friends, put something great out there!**Today’s episode is brought to you by Audible! Get started with a free audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.creativityschoolpodcast.com/audible.Podcasts I love: Unf*ck Your Brain The Jim Fortin PodcastMind Your BusinessThe Life Coach SchoolThe Goal Digger PodcastThe Lively ShowThe Unmistakable CreativeOprah’s SuperSoul ConversationsBooks I love: (Use my Audible link for a FREE book!)Think and Grow RichThe Science of Getting RichThe Game of Life And How To Play ItYou Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome LifeYou Are a Badass at Making Money: Master the Mindset of WealthBig Magic: Creative Living Beyond FearBecoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the UncommonYou Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind MatterBreaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New OneThe War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative BattlesThe Path Made Clear: Discovering Your Life's Direction and PurposeThe Artist’s WayCONNECT WITH CREATIVITY SCHOOL: Thank you so much for listening!Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me online!Instagram | Twitter | FacebookIf you have any questions or comments for the show, click here Lesson 44: The Right Time to Quit with Grace Chon Creativity School Please note, I include affiliate links within this website to support the maintenance and development of the podcast. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, Creativity School will receive an affiliate commission. I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to you.

How to listen to your inner voice and create your best work from the inside out with Kimothy Joy “Go out and play. Listen. Follow those nudges. Get curious about what you’re curious about. And let it all unravel from there. ” — Kimothy Joy How can we forever change the course of our life by listening to our inner nudges and following the feeling? Our guest this week has a story that exemplifies everything we discuss on this show, and the magic that unfolds when you listen and take action!This week on Creativity School, I’m talking to Kimothy Joy, a watercolor and pen illustrator passionate about creating artwork that uplifts and empowers women and girls. Kimothy shares how she went from feeling lost, broken, and disconnected from herself to discovering her love of watercolor painting. In a very short amount of time, her work went from simply living on her dining room table, to being seen at Women’s Marches all around the world, to then being published in her book That's What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women.Listen to learn why it’s so important to play and do the things that make you curious, how to begin to listen to the little nudges that are telling you what to do, and how to get into your flow to let your creative path unfold. We also talk about THE SECRET to creating your best work from the inside out, and how most people get this all backwards! If you need a dose of magical inspiration this episode is for you!**Today’s episode is brought to you by Audible! Get started with a free audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.creativityschoolpodcast.com/audible.Mentioned in this episode: The importance of playing and doing what makes you curiousThe roadmap to finding what your creative calling isHow to listen to the nudges and learn to distinguish between your wise inner voice and your critical monkey mindHow to get into your flow and allow your creative path to unfoldDeveloping an abundance mindsetThe formula for creating from the inside out CONNECT WITH KIMOTHY: Website | Instagram | That’s What She SaidCONNECT WITH CREATIVITY SCHOOL: Thank you so much for listening!Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me online!Instagram | Twitter | FacebookIf you have any questions or comments for the show, click here Lesson 43: Following the Feeling and Creating from the Inside Out with Kimothy Joy Creativity School

How to manifestyour unique creative expression with Helen Vonderheide “You are encouraged and empowered to use your voice and trust however it wants to express itself and manifest itself into this world.” — Helen Vonderheide What are the Akashic Records and how can you use them as a tool to reconnect to who you are and manifest your unique creative expression?This week on Creativity School, I’m talking to my teacher Helen Vonderheide, Elite Certified Akashic Records Teacher and Practitioner. Helen gave me my Beginning Practitioner Certification, and I’m thrilled she’s here to teach us all about what the Akashic Records are, and how we can use them to illuminate our path, manifest our creative greatness, and receive the outcomes we desire. Helen also gives an Akashic Record reading for all of us, so stay tuned until the end to hear the beautiful message she shares. If you want to learn all about the Akashic Records, keep an open heart and mind as you listen because this episode was made especially for you! ✨**Today’s episode is brought to you by Audible! Get started with a free audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.creativityschoolpodcast.com/audible.Mentioned in this episode: What are the Akashic Records?What it’s like getting information from the RecordsWhy you don’t need to be psychic or have special gifts to access the RecordsHow to use the Records for manifesting creativity and the outcomes we wantHelen’s Akashic Record Reading for all of us!! CONNECT WITH HELEN: Website | Instagram CONNECT WITH CREATIVITY SCHOOL: Thank you so much for listening!Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me online!Instagram | Twitter | FacebookIf you have any questions or comments for the show, click here Lesson 42: Manifesting Your Creativity through the Akashic Records with Helen Vonderheide Creativity School

How to create content that’s epic and unforgettable with Rachael Kay Albers “When it comes to creating content, standing out and being memorable, it’s not about saying something new. It’s about your unique spin, and your unique perspective on it.” — Rachael Kay Albers With so much content out there, how can we create brand messaging that actually stands out in a memorable way and reach the right audience for our creative business? This week on Creativity School, Rachael Kay Albers is here to teach us how to create epic, unforgettable brand messaging and content through humor, connection, and fun! Rachael is a Creative Director and Lead Designer at RKA Ink, and the host of her business sketch comedy show Awkward Marketing. Rachael uses comedy and characters like Brad the Braggy Bro and Carie the Copycat to teach small business owners how NOT to approach their content and marketing.Rachael shares with us the 5 Marketing Archetypes that can make people feel icky and awkward, and how to start identifying the brand values you want to share by first identifying the ones that make you feel blech. She also shares why it’s SO important to create content as a small business owner, why entertaining your audience through your messaging is the holy grail of content, and why we should bring lightness and fun into our message. If you want to learn how to create brand messaging and content that stands out, this episode is for you!**Today’s episode is brought to you by Audible! Get started with a free audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.creativityschoolpodcast.com/audible.Mentioned in this episode:  How Rachael’s business sketch comedy show Awkward Marketing got startedHow to bring humor into your brand without trying to be laugh out loud funnyHow to discover your brand values by by tapping into the things you are NOT aboutHow to find your arch nemesis and turn it into your superpowerWhy it’s important to create content for your business CONNECT WITH RACHAEL: Awkward Marketing | Instagram | WebsiteCONNECT WITH CREATIVITY SCHOOL: Thank you so much for listening!Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me online!Instagram | Twitter | FacebookIf you have any questions or comments for the show, click here Lesson 41: Authentically Craft Brand Messaging That Stands Out with Rachael Kay Albers Creativity School

How to fully embrace all your creative gifts and find confidence in your passions with D’Ana Joi Spencer “I want every multi-passionate creative to know, there’s nothing wrong with you. Do not let everybody else niching down and focusing on one thing make you feel like you’re showing up in a way that’s wrong. You are perfect. ” — D'Ana Joi Spencer We’re often told to find our zone of genius and hone in on one area of expertise, but what if you have more than one creative calling? Can you still be successful with your creative talents when everyone else is niching down?This week on Creativity School, D’Ana Joi Spencer, multi-passionate creative extraordinare, is here to tell us why we should celebrate having multiple creative talents and fully own all of them. If you’re naturally curious, interested, and talented at a lot of different things, why should you have to choose? D’Ana walks us through how to focus and stay productive when you have multiple creative passions, how to manage all your projects without burning out, and how to pivot through your gifts without judgement or shame. She also shares how to grow your confidence in owning all your amazing talents and gifts. If you're a multi-passionate creative and need tools for how to navigate life while creating all the things that excite you, this episode is for you!**Today’s episode is brought to you by Audible! If you want to get started with a free audiobook download and 30 day free trial head over to at www.creativityschoolpodcast.com/audible.Mentioned in this episode: Why you don’t have to niche down and choose just one topic of expertise to build a successful brand or businessHow to know when to stick with a creative project or pivot, by focusing on your core valuesWhy you shouldn’t feel shame or guilt about letting go of a creative passion and pivoting, and why letting go isn’t a lossHow to focus on multiple creative passions without burning outWhy its important to say no to yourself and not be tempted by shiny object syndromeHow to prioritize your creative projects and know which one to put more energy into – Download D’ana’s free Finding Focus WorkbookHow to start growing your confidence in owning all of your talents and gifts Creativity School #33 - Discover Your Unique Purpose with Human Design  CONNECT WITH D’ANA JOI: Blog | Shop | Membership | InstagramCONNECT WITH CREATIVITY SCHOOL: Thank you so much for listening!Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and connect with me online!Instagram | Twitter | FacebookIf you have any questions or comments for the show, click here Lesson 40: Celebrate Being a Multi-Passionate Creative with D’ana Joi Spencer Creativity School