Humans hold themselves back on this quest for perfection, which is utterly pointless and unattainable. The magic resides in letting go. When we hold something too dear, it tends to get in the way. Listen to her terrifying advice on what we should practice in our art to help us really learn about the magic of letting go. Don't let anything be too precious or it will jam you up. 

Subscribe, Listen, Rate & Review (thank you!)  in Apple Podcasts Subscribe & Listen in SpotifySubscribe on YoutubeOR listen in your favourite podcast app SUPPORT CREATIVE GENIUS ON PATREON   Episode Summary An engaging, lighthearted but deep conversation with philosopher Nate Klemp about his new book, 'Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World' which explores cultivating spaciousness in order to access the deep well of peace and creativity within our minds.  This episode serves as a thought-provoking exploration of inner spaciousness and the art of discernment in our daily lives, offering listeners practical insights and inspiration for their own journeys of self-discovery and creative expression. Nate is a New York Times bestselling author, philosopher, and founding partner at Mindful Magazine. He went to college at Stanford then got an MA...

Through ups and downs, Emma has chased that destiny relentlessly, even when the path seemed uncertain. Her journey involved facing fears, doubts, and limitations head-on, embracing the unknown and trusting in the journey along the way. And she ended up recording her debut album Eclipse at Abbey Road Studios, in London. 

  After a very difficult 5 year hiatus, I have started selling my work at The Granville Island Public Market in Vancouver again. I am so grateful for this experience; it has been filled with so many lessons and reminders, validation and inspiration. It has been absolutely, overwhelmingly positive.  I've been making my jewelry for almost 20 years now. And for many of those years, I had the great fortune of having a booth at the Granville island public market here in Vancouver, which, if you haven't been here before, is unequivocally the heart of the city. I have always felt it was my creative home. Every alley-way and corner are filled with art studios, glassblowing studios, handmade broom studios, art...

  Subscribe, Listen, Rate & Review (thank you!)  in Apple Podcasts Subscribe & Listen in SpotifySubscribe on YoutubeOR listen in your favourite podcast app SUPPORT CREATIVE GENIUS ON PATREON   Episode Summary:   In this episode, Lama Rod Owens explores how tending to our own brokenheartedness can unlock the transformative power of creativity, offering a path to building an awakened and beautiful life. Through insightful and personal anecdotes from his book, "The New Saints: From Broken Hearts to Spiritual Warriors," Lama Rod invites listeners to reimagine forgiveness, radical self-care, and awakened care as essential tools for crafting a fulfilling existence. Don't miss this opportunity to discover fresh perspectives on spirituality, human connection, and the boundless possibilities of creative expression. SHOW NOTES Lama Rod navigates the complexities of healing and...