A conversation about why failure is an important part of creativity.

Christina and Dusty talk about seasonal drink preferences and why Squarespace is better than Showit. Dusty shares updates about her solo Company Retreat and how she’s working on submitting a sample chapter to a literary agent. Christina shares a story about her neighbor’s butt and the importance of letting ourselves pursue creativity even if it’s not “publishable,” which sparked an incredible conversation around the value of not hiding or dwelling in our public failures.

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Chapters

00:00 Adorable Greetings and Garden Adventures

02:54 The Allure of Gardening and Nature

05:51 Dreaming of Devon and Cornwall

08:59 The Healing Power of the Sea

11:58 Travel Plans and Nostalgic Memories

14:53 Unexpected Adventures and Hospital Tales

16:46 Seasonal Sips: Changing Tastes in Alcoholic Beverages

21:09 Reflections on Retreat: Personal Growth and Writing Progress

27:59 Navigating the Writing Process: Embracing Imperfection

34:14 Artistic Journeys: The Intersection of Creativity and Self-Discovery

36:34 Embracing Failure and Resilience in Leadership

39:36 The Paradox of Social Media and Creativity

42:33 Navigating the Pressure of Perfection

45:21 Intentionality and Surrender in Ambition

48:25 The Evolution of Blogging and Content Creation

57:30 Navigating Website Design: Showit vs. Squarespace

01:01:17 Client Management and Website Maintenance

01:02:07 Course Offerings and Pricing Strategies

01:05:29 Balancing Perfectionism and Productivity

01:09:43 Building Community Through Writing Sessions

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