In Episode 56 of The Happy Dance Podcast, I’m exploring the connection between vulnerability, authenticity, and creativity. Being open and real in our creative work—and in life—can feel uncomfortable, but it’s also the key to creating meaningful connections and deepening creative expression.

In This Episode:

- Why vulnerability is essential for creativity

- How authenticity strengthens both creative work and personal relationships

- The emotional roadblocks that can get in the way of true creative expression

- The psychological benefits of living and creating authentically

- How embracing vulnerability creates deeper emotional impact in both art and life

Episode References:

Brennan, C., & Keenan, E. (2020). Vulnerability and creativity: Exploring the link between openness and creative performance. Journal of Creative Behavior, 54(2), 245-261.

Kernis, M. H., & Goldman, B. M. (2006). A multicomponent conceptualization of authenticity: Theory and research. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 38, 283-357.

Wood, A. M., Linley, P. A., Maltby, J., Baliousis, M., & Joseph, S. (2008). The authentic personality: A theoretical and empirical conceptualization and the development of the authenticity scale. Journal of Counseling Psychology, 55(3), 385–399.

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