“Creativity is a spiritual quest. It’s not something that you learn in school. It’s an inner thing that you bring out.” - Jim Morrison

 

Today I answer questions from my community on my creative process, specifically around making music. This isn’t a technical deep dive, but a sharing of my philosophies on creative living, that can be applied to all areas of life.

 

Show Notes:

SelfDivision Music: https://www.instagram.com/selfdivisionmusic/?hl=en

Article on tool I used in songwriting week: https://jessicafitzgibbon.com/reflections/sheslostcontrol

 

Marianne Williamson quote:
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”― Marianne Williamson

 

Jessica Fitzgibbon

@jess_fitzgibbon

www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

 

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"The secret of Happiness is Freedom, and the secret of Freedom, Courage." - Thucydides

Today I welcome back my long time friend and collaborator Lloyd Malouf, for a candid conversation on how fostering freedom has dramatically shifted out lives.

We discuss the pleasure and pain of experiencing a more unconventional life and open up on how we’re doing it…

 

Jessica Fitzgibbon

@jess_fitzgibbon

www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

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Travel is such an exciting experience, but can also be accompanied by overwhelm and decision fatigue. With so many options available, along with trying to balance our time, energy and money, we can easily forget our initial intention for the trip. Was it to switch off from the daily grind and enjoy some relaxation? Was our desire to learn more about a culture and connect with new people? Or to explore the natural beauty of a place?

Today I speak with author and travel writer, Nina Karnikowski, about how to create a trip that will expand and inspire us, along with the communities and cultures we immerse ourselves in.

 

Find out More:

Jessica Fitzgibbon

@jess_fitzgibbon

www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

 

Nina Karnikowski

@nina_karnikowski

www.ninakarnikowski.com

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What do the words ritual and ceremony provoke for you?

Since the beginning of time, humankind have created ritual and ceremony to mark time, to pass down stories and learning, to express gratitude to nature and to deepen the relationship with ourself and others.  
 

Today I speak with Cassie Polgar, a tea ceremonialist, who pulls on a number of different practices and rituals on a daily basis to keep her balanced and grounded in the fast pace of modern life.

Find out more:

Cassie Polgar - Instagram @casipolgar

Jessica Fitzgibbon- www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

More info on spring water: 

https://vitalveda.com.au/learn/cognitive-mental-health/water-benefits-and-magic/

 

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What feelings come up for you in your summer break?

Do you find it hard to switch off? Do you find yourself disappointed at how quickly the time goes? Or that your holiday doesn’t quite meet your expectations?

When we put aside our work, it’s interesting to observe how we fill up that time. This summer I’ve taken more solitude than usual and I’ve made space for deep rest and Wrelaxation. Something I crave but also find challenging to stay present with when given the opportunity.

In this episode, I share what’s been coming up for me this summer…

 

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Who were the people that encouraged, inspired and appreciated you this year?

What communities were you a part of that contributed to your sense of connection and wellbeing?

Today I speak to Sara Mansour; a leading figure in Australia’s poetry community- a writer, practising lawyer and the co-founder and director of Bankstown Poetry Slam (BPS), Australia's largest poetry Slam.

I loved this conversation so much, talking to Sara about how she’s created a thriving community with poetry as the centre point, giving people a stage to share their stories.

I'd really appreciate if you could give an end of season donation to Creative Wellbeing:
https://jessicafitzgibbon.com/donate

For more on Sara Mansour:

• Instagram- @therealsaramansour


• My Australia Poem


• Bankstown Poetry Slam

For more on Story Sharing:

• Instagram- @storysharing.au


• www.storysharing.com.au 

 

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My first solo episode! I’m sharing some personal stories on how collaborating with others has been vital for my personal and creative growth and expression.

I reflect on how my obsession to be self-sufficient and independent was a breeding ground for self judgement and overwhelm, and how I’ve experienced freedom and opportunity since opening to receive from others.

The incredible magic that happens when an idea is brought to life by many hands and hearts, each person embedding their essence into the work. I’ll take that any day, over trying to do it all on my own.

 

Jessica Fitzgibbon
Instagram: @jess_fitzgibbon
Website: www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

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The creative process is an experimentation and exploration of blending internal and external ideas. Like an in and out breath; breathing in sensory moments that inspire us and breathing out our personal perception of it all.

Today’s episode with Melbourne musician and songwriter Camilla Rose Sullivan, explores the themes of creative identity, collaboration and cultivating our authentic voice.

Find out more:

Jessica Fitzgibbon
Instagram: @jess_fitzgibbon
Website: www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

Camilla Rose Sullivan
Instagram: @camillarosesullivan
Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSvSFBsIpr8 

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How would you describe your relationship with money? Are you supportive best friends, or in a rollercoaster, on and off again relationship?

Creating a healthy and conscious relationship with money transformed my life, and I owe it to my work with Master Certified Behavioural Money Coach, Lea Clothier. 

Lea works with creatives, freedom seekers, entrepreneurs, and health & wellness professionals to develop the clarity, skills, and confidence to manage money as a tool to create freedom and a life of their design. 

Today’s episode is jam packed with insights and tools on how to feel empowered with money to create a wealthy and fulfilling life.

Find out more with mentoring:

Jessica Fitzgibbon
Instagram: @jess_fitzgibbon
Website: www.jessicafitzgibbon.com

Lea Clothier
Instagram: @lea_mindful_wealth
Website: www.leaclothier.com 

Additional Resources:

Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself- Dr Joe Dispenza

The Biology of Belief- Dr Bruce Lipton

The Soul of Money- Lynne Twist 

https://jessicafitzgibbon.com/reflections/reprogramyourmind 

 

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This conversation with one of my closest friends Lloyd Malouf, explores the power of sharing vulnerably with others, how to ask for what we need in our relationships and how our friendship has supported us both to have courage in our creative expression, wellbeing and life.

Lloyd and I met 16 years ago at university doing our Bachelor of Music. As well as a singer and musician, Lloyd is a talented artist across other mediums including painting, collage and writing.

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