Why do your best ideas always show up in the shower, on a walk, or right before bed, but vanish the moment you sit at your desk? In this minisode, we explore the strange phenomenon of “creative lag".

We’ve all been stuck in an endless cycle of tweaking, undoing, and redoing; chasing a flawless render that never comes.

In this minisode, we dive into the perfectionism trap, and the neuroscience behind this loop.

Drawing on research (Frost et al., 2023; APA guidelines on perfectionism), we’ll explore how our brains get hooked on iteration, and practical ways to reframe progress.

If every polygon feels wrong — this episode is for you.

We’ve all been there: bouncing between ZBrush, Blender, Photoshop, and that YouTube tutorial you promise to finish later. It feels productive, but science says otherwise.

In this minisode, we dive into the cognitive cost of multitasking, exploring the neuroscience of task-switching, attention residue, and memory strain. Backed by research, including a 2024 University of Michigan study on multitasking in creative professionals, we reveal why your brain struggles with constant context shifts.

More importantly, we’ll share practical tools to help you reclaim your mental energy and channel it into deeper, more fulfilling creative work.

Tune in, take notes, and learn how to work with your brain, not against it.

Why do even the most talented artists feel like they are not good enough?

In minisode 2 of Peace ◇ Pixels, I explore the psychology of imposter syndrome, how social media amplifies comparison traps, and why self-doubt impacts the creative brain.

Backed by research from Clance & Imes (2023 update), Stanford University, and the APA, this episode breaks down the science behind imposter syndrome and offers practical tools: journaling, peer feedback, and reframing mastery.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not good enough,” this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and take your power back from imposter syndrome.

In our very first minisode, I open the doors to Peace ◇ Pixels, a podcast created for digital artists, creatives, and makers navigating the intersection of art and mental wellness. 

Here’s what you’ll hear:

• Why Peace & Pixels was born

• The core values we’ll always stand on (creativity, balance, authenticity)

• The mission: helping artists thrive without burning out

• What to expect from future episodes (practical tips, conversations, and stories)

• A thank-you to early listeners for being here from the start

This is more than just a podcast, it’s a community. Thank you for taking the first step in this journey with me. Let’s grow together, one pixel and one moment of peace at a time.