How to Be Creative

Today I'm chatting with writer Theodora Blanchfield about the role creative work has played in her mental health journey. In this candid conversation, Theodora shares what caring for her mental health has meant for her in the aftermath of her mother's death from cancer and while she's navigated other challenges including career changes and breakups.

Where to find Theodora:

• Instagram: @theodorable
• Twitter: @tblanchfield
• Blog: Preppy Runner

As always, you can find show notes, including a complete episode transcript and links to everything discussed today, at howtobecreative.org.

Today I'm talking with coach and writer Tiffany Han about incremental progress, making space, and saying yes to what you really want in life. As a participant in Tiffany's Raise Your Hand Say Yes Inner Circle, I'm so excited about this episode. I've gained so much from working with and getting to know Tiffany over the past year, and I'm thrilled to be able to share just a bit of her wisdom with you!

Links:

• Tiffany Han
• Raise Your Hand Say Yes Inner Circle
• Tiffany on social: Instagram @thetiffanyhan | Pinterest: thetiffanyhan
• Raise Your Hand Say Yes podcast on iTunes
• Kat's social presence: Instagram | Twitter
• HTBC Instagram

You can find show notes, including a complete episode transcript, at https://howtobecreative.org/?p=158

This week I'm talking about how tiny changes--taking a different route to work, stopping to notice your surroundings--can give you a fresh perspective. Can doing little things over time dramatically change your life? Spoiler alert: yes!

Here's what I discussed on this episode:

• Nicole Antoinette/Real Talk Radio
• Atlas Obscura
• Duolingo
• Atomic Habits
• Caveday
• Theodora Blanchfield/This May Be Oversharing... podcast
• Kat's social presence: Instagram | Twitter
• HTBC Instagram

You can find a full episode transcript at https://howtobecreative.org/?p=141

Today I'm talking with artist and activist Kimberly Enjoli about the intersection of art and activism, how to support activist movements beyond being out in the streets, and why art is even more necessary in a deeply troubled world.

Some of the organizations discussed on this episode:

• NYC Shut It Down: Twitter | Facebook
• Equality for Flatbush
• Peoples Power Assemblies

Where to find Kimberly:

• @groundwork_zine on Twitter
• @sugarwaterartdept on Instagram

To support Ramsey Orta:

Sign the letter of support of Ramsey Orta's release on parole

Send letters to Ramsey:

Ramsey Orta 16A4200
Collins Correctional Facility
Middle Road p.o. box 340
Collins, NY 14034

*Must include his din # and your whole name and address on the envelope, or it may be sent back*

Donate to Ramsey via PayPal at [email protected] (can also email with any questions)

You can find a full transcript of today's episode at https://howtobecreative.org/?p=148

On this episode, I talk about how to get started on your creative work: getting past excuses, making tradeoffs, setting boundaries, and finding a support network.

Here’s what I discussed on this episode:

• Business Christmas podcast
• Theodora Blanchfield/This May Be Oversharing… podcast
• Creative Mornings
• My accountability partner, Ivy Jelisavac | Twitter
• My social presence: Instagram | Twitter
• HTBC Instagram

You can find a full episode transcript at https://howtobecreative.org/2019/08/26/episode-1-getting-started/

Welcome to How to Be Creative, a podcast about what it means to be creative across different disciplines, industries, life circumstances, and career structures. You’ll learn tips for fitting creativity into your daily life, and hear from a bunch of different people about how being creative has helped them reach goals, open doors, and live a more rewarding--or at least more interesting--life.

Subscribe now to receive the first full episode when it drops on Monday, August 26.