In this episode of Wellspringwords: The Podcast, Nkem speaks with friend, wedding videographer, and sound producer Oriana Mata on the journey of “self-creation” through conscious storytelling. This conversation is on the personal and intimate work of self-evolution through living our creative desires, choosing our lives, and reconciling the past with the present with compassion.

We hope this conversation inspires you and offers timely insights on your journey of creation. Please enjoy fully and share it with another being who would benefit!

Let us know what this episode brought to mind or heart for you in a podcast review, on Instagram, or via email at bewell@wellspringwords.love. Be well!

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Timestamps:

00:10 - Introduction to the podcast and guest, Oriana Mata

3:02 - The story of how Nkem and Oriana met in Oaxaca, Mexico

6:41 - Oriana’s immigration and journey of self-creation

11:09 - What has been the role of storytelling in Oriana’s life journey?

17:48 - Invitation to greater presence with SIIKA Herb and Honey Co.’s Warm Vanilla and Coconut Candle

19:51 - Developing ambition, maturity, and evolution with your creative craft

24:46 - Oriana’s year of creative self-motivation through film

28:50 - Devotion to one’s self-belief through consistency and somatic healing

30:58 - Creating the full picture of your life with each intentional step

33:17 - How are we healing and transmuting our hurt to create a better life?

35:31 - Invitation to cultivate your creative embodiment through “A Writer’s Paradise”

37:52 - Using the energy of emotional pain constructively through storytelling

42:55 - Pleasure, pain, and purpose

44:01 - The role of “time” in our healing journeys

51:14 - Healing from religious & colonial guilt and trauma

55:29 - Stay connected & continue the conversation!

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Check out this episode from season 3, where we answer questions from the community: Cultivating Your Experience as a Writer + Trusting Your Authentic Self.

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