Welcome back to the Top Shelf CreatorPodcast, where we explore the incredible journeys of creators who have built successful online businesses. In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us, Mike Brennan, the creator of The Daily Creative Habit. Mike shares his personal story of how he got into creating a daily creative habit and the profound impact it had on his mental and creative health. From feeling stuck and depressed in his graphic design career to discovering joy through sharing his art, Mike's journey is one of inspiration and self-discovery. He takes us through the challenges he faced, including embarrassment and self-doubt, and how he overcame them by committing to show up every single day. But Mike's story doesn't stop there. After completing a year of his daily creative habit, he decided to continue and has now been doing it for over 10 years. Recognizing the potential to help others, he started sharing his principles and experiences to inspire and guide fellow creatives. In this episode, Mike and Kabrina delve into embracing the creative process, finding joy in the journey, and the importance of consistency. Mike shares how he discovered his own likes and dislikes through experimentation, prioritizing creative time for personal growth. They also discuss the significance of intuition, research, and exploration in finding our unique path, as well as the value of sharing vulnerable experiences to create connections. Mike highlights the importance of play and experimentation, and the impact it can have on both personal growth and professional projects. You won't want to miss this episode filled with insights and inspiration. So, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, sit back, and join us on this enlightening conversation with Mike Brennan. Let's dive right in!