In this episode I talk about what it means to become your own best friend and how to truly have your own back.

Because we spend our whole lives with ourselves. And the relationship we build with ourselves shapes everything: how we create, how we show up, how we move through challenges.

In this episode, I share the three pillars that have helped me nurture that relationship over time:

– self-acceptance

– self-care

– self-support

We talk about the inner critic, where it often comes from, and how to gently shift towards a more compassionate inner voice. I also share simple, practical ways to support yourself, especially when things feel messy, imperfect, or uncertain.

This is something I’m still learning too. But the more I practice it, the more I realize how much it changes everything.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re too hard on yourself, or like you’re constantly pushing without really supporting yourself, this episode is for you.

And if you feel like sharing, I’d love to hear what being your own best friend looks like for you.

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A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

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How to Build a Self-Care Toolbox for Yourself

If you’ve ever felt the urge to create something, to start a podcast, a blog, a YouTube channel, or write a book, but keep holding yourself back, this episode is for you.

Because usually it’s not a lack of ideas that stops most of us. More often it’s fear.

Fear of being seen, of judgment. Of not being good enough.

In this episode, I’m sharing a gentle, practical way to move through that fear using something you might not expect: AI.

Not as a replacement for your voice but as a starting point. A bridge. A kind of support you can lean on while you build confidence and find your own way of expressing yourself.

I’ll walk you through a simple “courage ladder” you can follow, step by step, to go from feeling completely stuck to actually creating and sharing your ideas more freely.

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, this might be your invitation to begin.

You don’t have to be fearless. You just have to take the first step.

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a free guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

What happens when you don’t want to create from a place of having everything figured out?

In this conversation, I explore the idea of creating content for yourself first—while you’re still in the middle of figuring things out. I talk about the tension between polished, “useful” content and more honest, process-based sharing, and why I’m starting to believe that the messy middle might actually be where the real value is.

We live in a time where information is everywhere. Answers are easy to find. But what feels more meaningful—at least to me—is seeing how someone finds their own way.

This episode is a reflection on:

• creating from where you are, not where you think you should be
• letting go of the pressure to have all the answers
• trusting that there isn’t just one “right” way to do things

If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving on from things faster than you can package them… or like you want to share more honestly but aren’t sure if it’s “valuable enough”… this might resonate.

Video links:

Do you have too many interests? https://youtu.be/ExZUEqhuP3o?is=JfvK1hBNx0pA0-4I

Idea books: https://youtu.be/icmDCpctyvQ?is=ayd8wc44NbwaAC2N

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a free guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

Back in Spain again for a while, I took my phone down to the beach on Monday morning to test my writing system in a new environment.

I had no topic or clear idea what to talk about. And definitely some resistance before I left the house.

But I went anyway.

In this episode, I’m sharing what happens when you start creating before you feel ready. Before you have anything meaningful to say. I talk about the resistance that shows up (even when we know something works), how momentum is created through imperfect action, and why waiting for readiness can quietly delay creativity.

Sometimes the first few minutes feel like rambling. Like mental morning pages. Random observations. But if you stay with it, something shifts. An idea appears. And often, that one small idea is all you need for the week.

We also talk about:

• building momentum through tiny steps
• creating a “container” for your creativity
• becoming the kind of person who takes action
• and treating your work like an experiment instead of a test

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready to start something (a podcast, a blog, a creative project) this is your reminder that readiness rarely comes first. Action does.

I hope this episode encourages you to take one small, messy step today.

And if you’d like help figuring out what that first step could look like for you, I’d love to brainstorm with you.

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The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

In this episode, I’m sharing a gentle writing system I’ve been testing to stay consistent with creating without burning out. Instead of forcing productivity, I’ve been experimenting with a rhythm that feels calm, flexible, and actually doable in real life as a busy parent and creator.

I walk you through the simple 5-step process I’ve been trying: generating ideas on morning walks, choosing one weekly theme, turning it into multiple pieces of content, using a 10-minute writing method to overcome resistance, and lightly editing before publishing.

I also talk honestly about learning to speak more freely, embracing imperfection, and showing up authentically even when it feels messy.

If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, pressure, or creative overwhelm, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need more discipline. You might just need a process that supports you.

Try it for a week and see what happens. ✨

you can also watch the video here: https://youtu.be/cKp87iUGWAc?is=lpra7AdQ3lKr7T6N

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

In this quick update episode, I’m sharing what I’ve been working on lately, including a brand-new mini course that teaches you how to create your own mini course in just 3 days.

Creating a Mini Course in 3 Days: https://three-days-to-creating-a-mini-course.teachery.co/mini-course-sales-page

If you’re someone with lots of ideas but struggle to finish projects before the next one grabs your attention, this simple step-by-step system is designed for you.

I also just released a new video showing how to set up a clean, simple sales page using a beginner-friendly platform I love. In this episode, I explain why I chose it, what makes it so easy to use, and how you can customize it to match your own style.

Link to Video: https://youtu.be/EB3xgy6RKbw?si=FNMKiLq0yCVCJ4fg

Try Teachery for free for 14 Days (affiliate link): https://www.teachery.co/limited-time?a=ybJJfGGY

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

If you’ve been thinking about starting a blog or an online business using your creative hobbies, but you’re struggling to choose a niche, this episode is for you.

You can watch this as a video over here: https://youtu.be/-975Xd9Te90?si=FlDooBx3VmsTLbo2

When I started my blog, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to focus on. I had lots of interests and didn’t want to box myself into just one thing. So I wrote about everything I was curious about: crafts, knitting, sewing, painting, journaling, gardening, recipes, self-care, business, etc.

Over time, I noticed two important things:

- What I enjoyed creating

- What people actually wanted to read and search for

In this episode, I talk about:

- Whether you really need a niche to start a blog or YouTube channel

- How experimenting helped me find what worked

- Why being a beginner can actually be an advantage

- How a few high-ranking posts can support your entire creative business

- A simple brainstorming exercise to help you get started

If you’re a multi-passionate creative and want to build a slow, sustainable online business without turning your hobby into something you hate, I hope this encourages you to start.

✨ Grab a notebook and brainstorm along with me

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✨ New episodes coming very soon

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

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A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

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You can download it here:

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I want to document my own journey and share what has worked well so far.

So if you are a creative person and want to build an online business in a slow and steady way (without burning yourself out) feel free to subscribe to this channel and get regular videos on everything I know about creating a business online.

You can also listen to some of these videos here on the podcast (as long as they don't involve me showing something on the computer).

Link to this week's video: https://youtu.be/_TZm0Xdz_ZA?si=2peA58IMqgGSd3pd

So happy you are here! 🤍

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

What happens when you stop trying to be productive and let yourself wander instead?

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal reflection from a walk I recorded about a year ago, during a time when my creativity felt unexpectedly blocked.

So I did something different. I went for a walk. I talked without a plan. I let myself wander—mentally and physically—and noticed what shifted.

In this episode, I talk about:

• The pressure to always create something useful or polished
• How forcing structure can sometimes block creativity
• Why walking helps me think more clearly
• Experimenting as a creative practice
• And why wandering isn’t wasted time, but an essential part of the process

This is a quiet, honest episode about listening to intuition, trusting your internal signals, and allowing creativity to unfold in its own time.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, tired of optimizing everything, or disconnected from your own voice, this episode is an invitation to slow down, step outside, and let yourself wander.

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp

In this episode, I’m speaking to creative introverts who feel a quiet call to make or share something, but don’t want to force themselves into hustle, noise, or constant visibility.We live in a time full of possibilities. Blogs, videos, courses, shops, newsletters.

And with so many options, it’s easy to feel scattered or stuck. Instead of pushing for more output, this video offers a different starting point: listening for what feels alive right now.

Let's create a creative life or business that feels alive, expressive, and sustainable, without burning ourselves out! Thanks for being here. 🥰

🌿 If you’re looking for a simpler, calmer way to grow your online business, I’ve created a FREE guide for you:

The Simple Way to Grow

A gentle system based on three simple steps: Share → Connect → Support

It will help you focus on what actually matters, without trying to do everything at once.

You can download it here:

👉 https://cherryfarmer.gumroad.com/l/qatsrp