We're diving headfirst into why vulnerability makes us squirm, why effort actually matters, and how abundance shows up when you're not trying so dang hard. Dawn and Ruth are back with another episode of 'Created Creative,' and we're not messing around.

Broadcasting live from the parking lot of Hector International Airport in Fargo, ND, we're talking Chapter Six of 'The Artist's Way' focusing on all the messy stuff nobody wants to admit: chasing dreams that might be pipe dreams, making real connections in a world full of fake ones, and figuring out how to want nice things without losing your soul in the process. Oh, and we'll throw in some honest talk about parenting fails, travel mishaps, and whether your job is actually your calling or just paying the bills.

Plus, we're spilling details about our upcoming Puerto Rico retreat for women in ministry—because sometimes you need to leave North Dakota winter to remember who you are. Come for the community, stay for the personal growth, and maybe learn something despite yourself.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections

00:18 Welcome to Create Creative

00:24 Life in Fargo, North Dakota

01:58 Parenting and Screen Time

03:50 Chapter Six Discussion

05:16 Artist Dates and Personal Experiences

09:13 Abundance and Capitalism

14:36 Navigating Life and Career Choices

16:28 The Joy and Challenges of Pursuing Parenthood

17:37 The Evolution of Calling and Career

19:14 The Reality of Generational Wealth and Success

22:24 Crafting a Lifestyle of Abundance

26:04 The Importance of Connections and Networking

31:09 Embracing Possibility and Effort

32:59 Conclusion and Call to Action