#10: How does beauty shape the brain—and your sense of self? In this heartfelt episode, Madi sits down with artist and former nurse Lizzie DiSilvestro to explore how neuroaesthetics, motherhood, and mindful design can transform both your home and your healing. Lizzie shares how becoming a mother helped her embrace creativity, overcome self-doubt, and rewire her environment for peace and emotional well-being.

0:00 Introduction & Lizzie’s Artistic Mission

3:34 From Nursing to Full-Time Art  

7:28 Motherhood, Healing, and Self-Belief  

10:52 Facing a Rare Diagnosis & Overcoming Fear  

14:00 Social Media, Influence & Authentic Voice  

17:15 What is Neuroaesthetics?  

20:21 Designing a Healing Home Environment  

23:03 Emotional Energy in Objects & Space  

26:24 The Role of Nostalgia & Identity in Design  

29:16 Art, Vintage Pieces & the Life Cycle  

32:06 Color Psychology Across Cultures  

34:35 Commissioning Art that Reflects Identity  

37:00 Creativity as Therapy & Self-Expression  

40:04 Detaching from Outcome & Impostor Syndrome  

43:36 Pricing Art & Creative Worth  

46:49 Letting Go, Custom Work & Making Art Accessible

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