Painting Your Path

Welcome back to season 4! In this episode I let you know what you can expect to hear this season.

Special shout out to our sponsor Creativity Matters Coaching, founded by founded by award-winning author, speaker and transformational life coach, Naomi Vladeck.   

This month Naomi is offering her FREE signature 5 DAY mini course - The Artist Accelerator which begins on Monday, JANUARY 27.   

 If you dream of increasing your visibility, reviving your artistic path, setting audacious goals  and finally making choices that feel a little scary,  then you are ready for the artist accelerator. 

If you have ever found yourself

• Feeling Guilty about prioritizing time away from other people and tasks 
• Shrinking from taking risks to grow
• Procrastinating and diverting your attention to other things 
• Worried about being judged, failing, making mistakes or being less than perfect 
• Making excuses for why now is not a good time 
• Or Believing you aren’t enough or don’t have enough to begin

Connect with Naomi:

• January 27th: The Artist Accelerator
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-vladeck/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativitymatterscoaching/

Connect with Clarissa:

• January 25th: Calming Totemic Watercolor Class at The Hive, South Pasadena. $50. Register at [email protected]
• February 10th: Free masterclass Reclaim Your Self-Expression
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey

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How is it almost the end of the year? I’m definitely feeling the world is moving at lightning speed! Before I get in to today’s solo episode, I do have a few announcements to make.

On Dec 29th I’m hosting a vision board session at the Awareness Center in Pasadena California. Whether  you’re a seasoned vision boarder or brand new to the idea of vision boarding, if it’s calling you, please join! I’d love to have you. Space is limited.

For my friends in and near San Francisco, I’m hosting a vision board workshop at The Thriving Women in Business Center on January 18th from 11:30am to 1:30pm. 

Lastly this is for my early bird planners…April 24th thru 27th I’m co-leading a women’s retreat with my good friend Mitta Wise in Fallbrook, California. It’s called Awaken Your Vision Within. This is for you -  the busy woman looking to reconnect with your inner vision, know your direction… and bring your creativity & vision to light.  If you consistently put yourself at the bottom of your list & want to be at the top - It’s time to reclaim that purpose. Whether you’re balancing career, family, entrepreneurship, or just a jam-packed schedule, “Awaken Your Vision Within” retreat offers a rare opportunity to step away from your daily routine  and shape your future how you really want it to be!  

Ok, as we wind down 2024, I thought it’d be a great time to share some reflection prompts with you, so you have time. Do this before you jump into the new year. Let’s dive in! 

Connect with Clarissa:

• Dec 29th In-Person Vision Board Workshop, Pasadena, CA: Register through Diana Novelo [email protected]
• Jan 18th in-person Vision Board Workshop, San Francisco, CA: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-person-vision-board-workshop-tickets-1100575503959

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This coming Saturday December 14th, I’m hosting a virtual class called Self-Expression Sanctuary. It’s a combo arts, movement, and journaling class for the simple purpose of self-care and getting back to our creative self.

I’ve used the power of art, movement, and journaling on my self-care journey for a very long time. A few months ago I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts, Good Life Project with Jonathan Fields. He interviewed today’s guest Julia Hotz and that’s when I learned a new term (that you’ll want to know too): Social Prescribing. 

Here’s more about Julia: Julia Hotz is a solutions-focused journalist and author of The Connection Cure —the first book chronicling the science, stories, and spread of social prescribing. She works at  the Solutions Journalism Network, where she helps other journalists rigorously report on what’s working to solve today’s biggest problems.

Before becoming a journalist, Julia worked as a teacher, bartender, pizza server, and summer camp “forest ranger”. She enjoys hiking up mountains, biking around New York, riling up dance floors, running around parks, budget traveling around the world, and building the ‘longest road’ around Catan. 

Tune into my conversation with Julia to learn about this radically simple approach to getting well and join me Saturday if you want to experience some of this magic!

Connect with Julia:

• Website: https://www.hotzthoughts.com/about
• The Connection Cure Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Connection-Cure/Julia-Hotz/9781668030332

Connect with Clarissa:

• Dec 14th Self-Expression Sanctuary Virtual Experience: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/selfexpressionsanctuary
• Dec 29th In-Person Vision Board Workshop, Pasadena, CA: Register through Diana Novelo [email protected]
• Jan 18th in-person Vision Board Workshop, San Francisco, CA: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-person-vision-board-workshop-tickets-1100575503959

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I love it when things fall into place. If you caught last week’s episode, I talked about unlocking your true voice through arts, movement, and journaling. We’re continuing this thread with today’s guest, Kathleen Conlon. Kathleen is an artist friend. We did an art business online course together back in 2018-ish. Fast-forward, now she’s on my podcast!  It’s been wonderful to see her progress, hear about her journey through cancer and see how her artwork has continued to transform 💖

If you’re curious about the healing nature of art, this episode is especially for you. 

About Kathleen in her words: I retired from teaching in 2017 to focus on my painting. In 2018, I was diagnosed with cancer. I spent 1.5 years on treatments and can now say I am cancer free. I have discovered having a positive attitude and filling my days with joyful experiences has made all the difference in my life. Painting with bright colors is my way of creating joy with color! My art takes me on a journey of healing. 

Connect with Kathleen:

• Kathleen has a special for our podcast listeners: http://kconlonart.com and enter code PYP24 to get 10% off prints and originals Dec 5th - 25th
• Instagram: @conlon.kathleen

Connect with Clarissa:

• December 14th: Virtual Self-Expression Sanctuary. Register here https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/selfexpressionsanctuary
• Jan 18th 2025, In-person vision board workshop, San Francisco: Learn more and sign up here
• Learn more about the San Francisco workshop venue here: https://twibc.com/center/
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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Happy Thanksgiving to our US listeners!

Welcome to another episode of Painting Your Path™—where we explore what it means to create a life on your own terms. I’m your host, Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, and today, we’re diving into something close to my heart: unlocking your true voice through self-expression.

There’s so many ways to express yourself beyond words. If you have trouble speaking your mind, sharing your thoughts, or expressing yourself in other ways, this one’s for you! You’re not alone and I offer a solution to help you break free to unlock your true voice. 

Happy listening! 

• Jan 18th 2025, In-person vision board workshop, San Francisco: Learn more and sign up here
• Learn more about the San Francisco workshop venue here: https://twibc.com/center/

Connect with Clarissa:

• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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How’s your week been so far? I was in Palm Springs earlier this week and over last weekend. It was one of the most fun trips of 2024. We celebrated a friend’s birthday and I didn’t realize that this annual trip has been a FOURTEEN year tradition! 

Speaking of traditions, a week from today is Thanksgiving here in the US. A time of over-indulgence, giving thanks (which ought to be every day!), and it can also be a polarizing day dealing with family…

I thought you’d enjoy this today - 3 tips to keep calm throughout the holidays. 

Oh and if you’re in San Francisco January 18th and want to meet IRL, I’m hosting a vision board workshop!

• Jan 18th 2025, In-person vision board workshop, San Francisco: Learn more and sign up here
• Learn more about the San Francisco workshop venue here: https://twibc.com/center/

Connect with Clarissa:

• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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In this week’s podcast, my guest Megan Gaul and I discussed our personal journeys in discovering and pursuing our passions, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, self-compassion, and mindfulness in career development. We also dove into career transitions, personal growth, and sustainable weight loss, highlighting the need for a holistic approach that addresses emotional and mental health. 

I also got into a topic I don’t talk about - my own struggles and challenges with weight. If you’ve ever had this challenge too, this episode is especially for you.

More about Megan: Megan is a health coach from Staten Island. Her mission is to help women achieve and maintain consistent healthy habits, all while staying authentic to themselves. Her realization that this was her mission took shape with her own 100-lb weight loss in 2018, where she discovered the importance of food freedom, emotional management, and self-trust. Initially an educator, Megan realized she was being called to coach others to prioritize their own health, like she had learned to do. But unlike the diet industry at large, she did not want women to make these changes through guilt, fear, or urgency. Instead, she and her clients focus on honesty, small habit-change, celebrating improvements, and most importantly, self-compassion. 

On a side note: I’ve scheduled my first 2025 vision board session in San Francisco, CA on January 18th from 11am to 1pm. Details in the show notes!

Let’s dive into my conversation with Megan!

Connect with Megan:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/partake_foodie
Free Partake Meal Planner Club membership:  www.partakemealplanning.com/jointheclub
Free 1-1 session application, for those who want to take control with their own authentic weight-loss journey: https://forms.gle/efNUmA4yWYsQan6H7

Connect with Clarissa:

• Jan 18th 2025, In-person vision board workshop, San Francisco: Learn more and sign up here
• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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Creatives - this episode is for you! I had the opportunity to interview the wonderful Emiko Rainbow. Chances are you’ve seen her work on products at some of your favorite stores…

Emiko shared her creative journey, from childhood doodles to freelancing and eventually starting her own brand. Emiko discovered illustration as a commercial and fun medium, allowing her to work in various styles and mediums, including children's books.

About Emiko: Emiko Rainbow is a Japanese Caucasian American illustrator and designer. She was called to the arts at a young age and she followed her creative passions that led to an Illustration BFA. She successfully runs her multifaceted freelance art business creating art celebrating authenticity and diversity. Her art brings color and joy to children’s books, home decor,  stationery, apparel, and so much more.

Connect with Emiko:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emikorainbow/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077764366093


Connect with Clarissa:

• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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 If you’re ever feeling really shitty about your progress or just plain ole bummed out, this episode is for you! I share a fun prompt that I’ve been seeing a lot and I wanted to share it with you too…

Connect with Clarissa:

• To register for Clarissa’s Nov 3rd vision board workshop, email [email protected] 
• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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Have you ever had an idea that kept coming back? Like someone repeatedly tapping you on the shoulder. That’s your intuition trying to get your attention.

My intuition has said plenty to me…

• Don’t go down that dark alley by yourself
• Quit this horrific job! This workplace is a hell hole!
• Write a book
• Start coaching
• Create your own art stage
• Lead a women’s retreat

Intuition can be an elusive concept. Today’s podcast guest and Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression virtual retreat facilitator, Ellie Foden, and I dive into intuition and why you ought to heed the call the next time intuition comes knocking.

In our conversation we dive into: 

• Honoring your intuition (her story is quite a strong testament to that!) 
• The call to courage: having the conviction to bravely follow your own path
• Unlocking authentic expression through your art and how that is the magnet to paying customers/clients/raving fans

Here’s more about Ellie: Ellie is a vogue-featured fashion designer, entrepreneur, yoga + meditation teacher of 12 years, and the creator of MAVERICK MIND co: a podcast and mentorship space to guide creative minds towards anchored self-assurance, authentic creative expression, and soulful business success. She is obsessed with drawing together both the spiritual and the strategy on the creative path, to empower you to design your own path to freedom on your terms.

Connect with Ellie:
Website: https://maverickmind.elliefoden.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maverickmindco

Ellie's free gift: A free 3-day challenge to unlock the roadblocks in your way from making a living from your art: https://maverickmindco.myflodesk.com/biie4h6m5j


Connect with Clarissa:

• To register for Clarissa’s Nov 3rd vision board workshop, email [email protected] 
• Missed the Painting Your Path™ to Self-Expression Art + Wellness Retreat? Grab your VIP pass here: https://fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/order-form22902jgg
• Have you read Radical Freedom? (I’m Chapter 78): https://mybook.link/book/B0DBK7G34W
• Free resource guide: roadmap to help you paint your path: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7
• Would you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramsey
• Would you like to sponsor an episode? Email Clarissa at [email protected] and write SPONSOR in the subject

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