Creative Struggles

Creative Struggles

By Nahjalae LovelaceComedyTV & Film
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Creative Struggles episodes

  • Should I Stay or Should I Go | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 16

    A returning guest joins Creative Struggles to talk about a crossroads many actors eventually face: the decision to stay or start over. After feeling at a standstill in her current market, she's considering a move to another state in search of new opportunities and a fresh start. We discuss feeling stuck, questioning your environment, taking risks, and whether a change of location can reignite a dream that feels stalled. If you've ever wondered whether it's time to make a big move or if you're simply trying to figure out your next step, this conversation is for you.

    #movingaway #travel #newbeginnings #newjourney #freshstart #newstate #newcity #actors #actress #aspiringactors #leadrole #believe #trustyourself #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles 

    Guest:  Doniesha 

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4jrIXsShQZM43EK6zfgT58?si=uqBAaRm9SeGwy8d3yRn3qA&utm_source=copy-link

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acurvyguru?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@acurvyguru?_r=1&_t=ZP-980jl6D3eLn

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     
    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles
     
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    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop! 

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    55 min
  • When The Dream Gets Heavy | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 15

    Today's guest is back on Creative Struggles, and this time we’re talking about something many actors and creatives experience but don't always discuss openly: mental health. Since their last appearance, we’ve both continued navigating the highs and lows of pursuing a dream in an industry built on uncertainty. From rejection and comparison to burnout, self-worth, and staying motivated during slow seasons, this conversation is an honest reflection on the mental and emotional side of the journey. Because sometimes the biggest struggle isn’t booking the role—it's protecting your peace while you keep showing up.

    #mentalhealth #therapy #socialgroups #therapists #mentalwellness #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #believe #trustyourself #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles 

    Guest:  Olivia 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ojthajuicegirl?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Oliviajai?mibextid=wwXIfr

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doliviajordan?_r=1&_t=ZP-97oen18bHxO

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     
    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles
     
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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop! 

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 18 min
  • What Kind of Actor Are You? | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 14

    A returning guest is back on Creative Struggles, and this time we're diving into the craft. We talk acting techniques, training styles, trusting your instincts, and how our approaches to acting have evolved over time. From overthinking scenes to finding your own process, this conversation is a reminder that there’s no single path to becoming a better actor, only the one that works for you!

     

    #actingtechnique #imagination #emotional #techniques #memory #actingclass #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #believe #trustyourself #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles

     

    Guest:  Jerry Davis

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asulay?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theonlyasulay?_r=1&_t=ZP-97fKW24OOlT

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

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    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 7 min
  • Seen Before Heard | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 13

     In this episode, I'm joined once again by returning guest and fellow actor Chris, for an honest conversation about appearance on camera, confidence, and self-image. We talk about watching ourselves back, navigating comparison, dealing with industry expectations, and learning how to focus on the work instead of our perceived flaws. If you’ve ever been your own toughest critic, this episode is for you.

    #appearance #looks #flaws #beauty #oncamera #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #believe #trustyourself #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles 

    Guest:  Christopher Riviere 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfriviere?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chris.riviere?_r=1&_t=ZP-97TORwAZrsk

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     
    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles
     
    Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!
     
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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop! 

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 27 min
  • Booked for A Reason | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 12

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actress who's been consistently booked and busy, sharing the screen with well-known talent. We talk about how she books her roles, what it takes to stand out in auditions, and the discipline behind staying consistent in a competitive industry. Proving that success doesn't come without the work behind it.

    #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #believe #trustyourself #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles 

    Guest:  Daijah Peters

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daijahpeters?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@daijahpeters?_r=1&_t=ZP-97Gw2jFwPmQ

    Youtube: https://youtube.com/@daijahpeters?si=FrlDJnCaSFQI8QTL

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     
    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles
     
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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop! 

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    58 min
  • The Cost of Moving Away | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 11

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor who made the bold decision to leave her hometown and move to a new state for a better opportunity at achieving her goals and aspirations. We talk about what that leap really looks like - the loneliness, the fear, rebuilding from scratch, and the moments of doubt that come with starting over in a new city. Because moving for your career sounds exciting... until you're actually living it. Was it worth it? And how do you keep going when nothing feels certain?

    #moving #newbeginings #freshstart #newstart #newcity #newstate #newhome #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles

     

    Guest:  Paige

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pxigexrnold?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

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    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    59 min
  • The Part They Don't See | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 10

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor to talk about the unseen parts of the journey - the waiting, the rejection, and the work that happens long before the

     

    #actors #actress #aspiringactors #film #movies #maincharacter #leadrole #supportingcast #casting #castingdirector #directors #filmmaker #setlife #acting #actorlife #struggleisreal #create #creative #entrepreneur #justdoit #makeithappen #dontgiveup #yougotthis #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles

     

    Guest:  Luis 

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louiie.m?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

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    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 21 min
  • The Grind Behind The Music | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 9

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with a singer, songwriter, and producer navigating the music industry in real time. We talk about how he got started, the obstacles he's faced, and what it really takes to stay consistent while building a career from your sound.

     

    From creating the music to producing it, this conversation dives into the grind behind the art and what it means to keep going when success doesn't happen overnight.

     

    #singer #songwriter #producers #music #lyrics #aspiringartists #musician #musicindustry #musicproducer #creatives #creators #artists #songs #instruments #piano #drums #musicvideo #productions #creativejourney #keepgoing #creativestruggles

     

    Guest: ILuvYouVega

     

    Website: https://www.vegaheartbreak.com/

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iluvyouvega?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

    Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/vega-heartbreak/572177502

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

     

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 12 min
  • The Pause Isn't The Quit | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 8

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor navigating a tough season - fewer bookings, a regular job, and the decision to step back without giving up. We talk about surviving slow seasons, releasing shame, and finding new paths through entrepreneurship while still holding onto the dream.

     

     

    #acting #actorjourney #believeinyou #creativestruggles #creators #creatives #actingtips #Podcast #Resilience #Creativity #ComedyJourney #ActingDreams #Inspiration #KeepGoing #LifeBalance #Recharge #Motivation #StandUpComedy #ActingLife #CreativeJourney #Inspiration #SelfCare #Persistence #YesToDreams #ActingGoals #NeverGiveUp #DreamChaser #WorkLifeBalance #PassionProject #DreamBig #StayInspired

     

    Guest: Doniesha

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acurvyguru?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

    GGWO Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4jrIXsShQZM43EK6zfgT58?si=cIbTZ46rRMSGc0Wlo0Wk7g

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

     

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    36 min
  • If They Won't Cast You, Write and Direct It! | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep.7

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor, writer, producer, and emerging director who's stepping into full creative ownership. After writing her feature film, she made the decision to direct it herself. We talk about leadership, imposter syndrome, funding, and what it really means to stop waiting and start building the vision.

     

    #directors #directing #featurefilm #actors #castingdirector #producers #actress #acting #cinematography #sound #film #screenplay #acting #actorjourney #directorjourney #believeinyou #lighting #creativestruggles #creators #creatives #actingtips

     

    Guest: Arianna

     

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awrels?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

     

    If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to [email protected] and I will share them on the next episode!

     

    You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles

     

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    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1

     

    I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!

     

    Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings

     

    Music: Mikhail Smusevh

    1 hr 5 min

About Creative Struggles

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This podcast dives into the unfiltered grind of chasing a dream in acting and the creative world. Instead of polished stories from those who’ve already ‘made it,’ you’ll hear the raw, funny, and heartfelt perspective of guests and myself still in the hustle — pushing, learning, and carving out a place in the film industry. It’s about navigating the struggle in real time. If you’re a creative chasing your dreams, this is your space to feel seen.