Do you struggle getting to work?  Are you afraid to show your work to others? Do you believe your work is not good enough?  This is creative anxiety. Also known as self-doubt.  Or your inner critic.  Today, I want to walk through some steps to help you quiet your inner critic so you can continue flexing your creative muscle in peace.  I am also going to introduce you to CBD, a supplement I take to calm my anxiety and available at www.mypaincenter.com

Abi Varghese recently launched his third TV comedy series - Metro Park. You may also know him as the writer and director of the popular Netflix series Brown Nation. Abi talks with us about writing a TV script, pitching to Netflix, and the process of writing, selling, and producing a TV show! He also shares with us his journey from Corporate America to Creative Entrepreneur!

No matter how long you've been pursuing your creative passion, it is important to promote yourself. In this episode, Shereen shares how she promotes herself to maximize her exposure which in turn leads to more opportunities. If you need advice on how to promote your creativity and talent, this episode will break down the tactics Shereen utilizes to promote herself and what she’s learned throughout her journey.

Chaunte Wayans is a comedian, writer and actress who proudly represents the new generation of Wayans’ legacy making its mark in Hollywood. In this episode of CREATIVE BREAKTHROUGH, Chaunte opens up about her ordeal with alcohol, as well as other trials and tribulations she has faced in life. Chaunte also shares advice on the importance of knowing yourself, especially during the creative journey, finding your voice, and overcoming pain through humor.

Over the past week, two pop culture stories have taken over the airwaves – the story of Jussie Smollett and the story of Jordyn Woods and the Kardashians.  Both these stories highlight the importance of giving thanks for your opportunities.  This week, Shereen discusses the importance of being grateful and not allowing anger and jealousy to take you down.  We all have so much to be grateful for so let’s count our blessings and practice gratitude.

JG Ayodele transitioned from Corporate America to Creative Entrepreneur, more specifically from banking to fashion. Jibolu “J.G.” Ayodele is the co-founder of Thando’s, a Lagos and NY based fashion company that provides a platform for African artists to design for a global audience. Join us, as we discuss the Wakanda effect, working with your spouse, and starting a new creative endeavor!

Anyone can pursue a passion or a hobby, but how do you soar? On this week’s episode I discuss how to take your passion project to the next level! We talk dealing with critics, asking for help, managing anxiety, and more! If you are serious about your passion project then this episode is for you!

Sarah Thawer is a self-taught drummer based in Toronto, Canada. Sarah has shared the stage and played with many popular artists including AR Rahman, George Watsky, Robert Sput Searight, Jane Bunnett, Charlotte Day Wilson, Tyler Shaw, Ruth B, Osman Mir, and Shweta Subram to name a few. According to Billboard Magazine, Sarah is part of a growing class of musicians with big online followings who are helping instrument companies reach new customers. Hear how Sarah became a social influencer!

Fear stops many of us. It plays with our minds. It plays with our hearts. It plays with our lives. I recently had an experience at a comedy show that instilled fear in me. It was a type of fear I never imagined feeling while doing something I love. However, I learned a valuable lesson from this incident that I want to share with you.

After 20 years in the telecommunications industry, Ed Love decided to change careers and discovered his passion for film.

Ed’s first film, I Tried To Give Up, has been well received in several film festivals. Ed also has a second film coming out, “Courage To Stand” on February 17th.

If you have felt “stuck”, then this is the episode for you! Ed talks about leaving his corporate job, finding his passion, and learning how to produce films!