This week we're looking at a handful of cliches and how creativity helps us understand them better (or debunk them altogether). We also dive into the stereotype of a "typical artist" to understand why it can be hard for so many people to discount their own creativity.

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Tomorrow is Madison's birthday, so this episode is all about her! We talk about her childhood, time in college, if Make.Do. is her "dream job", and more. Help us celebrate by leaving a review 😉

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We're talking about where we find our personal value this week. From "being productive" to "being needed," we discuss the challenge of self-worth, what we've learned through creativity, and advice on how to shift our focus to something more sustainable. 

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One of the greatest joys of the creative process is gifting things to friends. On the other hand, one of the greatest frustrations is navigating the actual process of selling your work. In this episode, we're talking about a few things we wish people understood about purchasing handmade goods and passing on tips to help consumers do business with creatives. Fair warning: We jump on a few soap boxes in this one :)

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Communication is tricky. No matter how hard we try to be understood, what we say isn't always what other people hear. This week we're talking about the lessons we've learned from creativity that have helped us become better communicators.  

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"Death of the Author" is a literary tool acknowledges the ability of creative works to speak for themselves, separate from the author's original intent. This week, we're trying to find the balance between intention and impact in art, discussing the different responsibilities of "creator" and "consumer," and exploring the benefits of finding healthy separation with our own creative works.

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Decisions are hard! Whether it's something small (like what to watch on Netflix) or big (like where to move after college), indecision can keep us from moving forward with our lives. This week, we're talking about the main causes of our analysis paralysis and a few things that help us make decisions with confidence.

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This week we're talking about having the freedom to change our minds. Creativity has helped us understand that nothing has to be "set in stone" and that being flexible and open-minded is a pathway to genuine growth.

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We're keeping it light this week with a conversation about creative reality shows and the affect competition has on creativity. Topics discussed: our opinion of reality shows, pros and cons of competition, and tips for keeping that competitive spirit from derailing your creative efforts.

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Here's the second part of our conversation with Meredith Jones about finding our identity in the midst of imposter syndrome, assumptions, and first impressions. 

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