In this episode, Ryan Hall sits down with Laura Westman to delve into her multifaceted journey from improv acting to becoming a creativity coach. Laura shares her thoughts on the importance of full self-expression, using a 100 meter sprint metaphor to illustrate her point. She reflects on her musical background and how it has shaped her approach to self-expression, including her rediscovery of the piano. Laura offers a glimpse into her songwriting process and the inspiration behind her debut EP, "Whiskey and the Cold Nights." The conversation also touches on insights from the Society For Creative Navigation and ways to reignite creativity.

(0:00) Introduction by Ryan Hall and guest Laura Westman

(4:05) Laura's journey from improv to coaching and creativity

(10:44) The importance of full self-expression and the 100 meter sprint metaphor

(18:02) Laura's musical background and the connection to self-expression

(23:07) Laura's rediscovery of piano and influences in her music

(28:58) Laura's songwriting process and inspiration

(34:10) Laura's debut performance and her EP "Whiskey and the Cold Nights"

(39:52) Insights from the Society For Creative Navigation and reigniting creativity

(46:43) Closing remarks and Laura's online presence