Design or DIY

On this episode the host, Collette talks about how its OKAY to change things up - to let the natural flow of life take you where you're meant to be and listening to your mind and body. 

She also gives some tips for shopping small for the holidays, and how to support small businesses + creatives!

From ADHD Brains to finding your medium, to plant mom life... Collette and Lauren chat about Golden Vibe Gifts- a sustainable sun catcher propoagation jar business and how it all got started.

SHOW NOTES:

Lauren German

Golden Vibe Gifts

TIKTOK/IG/FB @Goldenvibegifts

goldenvibegifts.co

Online Sustainable Sites:

Zero Waste Store

Zeroish

Earth Hero

CONTRACTS CONTRACTS CONTRACTS. 

Chatted with a friend and the illustrator of this podcast, Jillian Goeler, about how her business grew naturally and quickly.

We also discuss implementing contracts, how small communities can bring you further, and the pros/cons of pop up shows and markets! 

SHOW NOTES:

Jillian Goeler 

IG/TIKTOK @jag.ink

Website

CT Murals 

Hartford Prints

Do you lean into "signs"? Chatted with Licensed Social Worker and Therapist Michelle Lajoie about her experience being an empath and navigating her career, as well as what came to her in a dream! 

SHOW NOTES:

Michelle Lajoie, LMSW

Psychology Today

I've made all the mistakes so you don't have to! Here's all my "secrets" for your business to help you stay organized and remain peaceful and successful. I also throw in some Social Media tips to get you going!

SHOW NOTES: 

How to Grow Your Social Media

Try Honeybook for $1/month 

Join our Patreon

I share some REAL feels here about what it's like 1. Being Human 2. Running your own business. Process with me how to turn those negative feelings into solutions, as well as what it means to Gatekeep and how I keep Community over Competition at the forefront of my brand

SHOW NOTES:

Rising Tide Society Facebook Group (you can also find local chapters to connect with)

Got to talk with my first art instructor ever and discuss her experiences as a person living with disability and the ways in which she uses art and performance to engage with the community. Learn how the power of question and being open to offering the answers can truly help bridge the gap between us all. 

SHOW NOTES:

Jessica Blinkhorn 

IG: @wheelie_an_artist

TIKTOK: _wheelie_an_artist

Help Jessica with her Reverence Art Performances by donating or sharing: 

www.gofundme.com/f/Jessicas-Performance-Tour

So you're at a point in life where you feel pulled in a million directions. Let's talk through it! Whether that's learning how to price your work, or learning who and what to cut out of your life, I'll give you some ideas on how to make it more seamless. 

In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, Collette + Dani of Embracing Obsession chat about all things relating to Art and Mental Health, OCD, Aphantasia, and the power of Social Media and Community, especially during a pandemic.

Dani Fallon

IG @embracingobsession_bydani 

TIKTOK embracingobsession 

WEB embracingobsession.com

If you are in crisis, get immediate help: Call 911. 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline : 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for English, 1-888-628-9454 for Spanish, or Lifeline Crisis Chat

You are never alone.

Laura is a self-made photographer based in the South and has paved her way to discover a life that is full of creativity and love. 

Listen to find out tips for beginning photographers, where she draws inspiration from, all the while balancing being a full-time mom.