Struggling to create? It might not be laziness, but burnout. Your nervous system is protecting you from performance. Learn 3 ways to make creating safe again & break the cycle. Tell me what happened! Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 - The Burnout Nobody Talks About1:30 - What I Discovered About My Creative Block3:15 - 3 Steps to Climb Out of Creative Burnout

Stay in touch: https://bio.site/helengarcia#CreativeBurnout #NervousSystem #CreativeHealing #authenticity

In this conversation, Matthew Bliss discusses the intersection of creativity and risk in podcasting, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, philosophical thinking, and the challenges of conventional wisdom in the industry. He shares insights on how to flourish creatively, the significance of building others' brands, and the balance between chaos and strategy in podcasting. Matthew encourages podcasters to embrace vulnerability and self-validation as they navigate their creative journeys.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Risk

05:45 Challenging Conventional Wisdom in Podcasting

11:45 The Intersection of Philosophy and Podcasting

17:55 Flourishing in the Creative Process

23:29 Building a Business in Podcasting

29:41 Embracing Vulnerability and Risk

35:27 Chaos vs. Strategy in Podcasting

Matthew's Podcast Website: https://rethinkingpodcasting.com/

Follow Helen's Work: https://bio.site/helengarcia

I get pretty vulnerable in this episode. It’s an open, honest look at all the rebrands, mistakes, and wrong turns I’ve made in podcasting—basically, the stuff we usually try to hide. But the funny thing is, when I was spiraling about it, my friend Matthew just smiled and said, “These aren’t failures… they’re snapshots of your growth. Happy reinventions.”

And honestly, that shifted everything for me.

Follow Matthew's WorkWebsite: https://rethinkingpodcasting.com/

Listen on Matthew's Podcast: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/2d35b2d9-cce8-4f09-99a5-dd46589acf91/

Follow Helen's Work: https://bio.site/helengarcia

In this episode, Helen explores the intertwined journey as both a creator and a therapist. She reflects on her personal experiences with burnout, the blending of her identities, and the importance of honesty in the process of reinvention. Through her narrative, she emphasizes that transformation is not a linear path but a layered experience that reveals one's true self.

Newsletter: https://sincerepractice.substack.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehelengarcia/

Time Stamps

00:00 The Journey of Transformation

02:48 Burnout and Breakthrough

06:01 The Evolution of Identity

08:40 Reinvention and Choices

In this episode of Sincere Practice, Helen Garcia interviews Tiphany Kane, an entrepreneur and former educator, about her journey from teaching to building an audio studio and media company. They discuss the challenges of advocating for change in the education system, the importance of community, and the power of podcasting as a medium for self-discovery and connection. Tiphany shares her insights on fear, collaboration, and the impact of making a difference in the world.

Get to Know Tiphany -

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiphany-kane-m-ed-514264175/

Company: https://kasamediapro.com/about-2

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiphanykane/?hl=en

Indiegogo campaign: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-us-finish-a-community-space-for-audio-pros

Interview in Authority Magazine: https://medium.com/authority-magazine/tiphany-kane-of-kasa-media-productions-on-becoming-free-from-the-fear-of-failure-3147bd8c91fa

Helen explores the tension between productivity and creativity, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and nurturing one's spiritual life. She discusses how busyness can lead to a lack of fulfillment in creative work and offers practical spiritual practices to cultivate presence and creativity.

Chapters

00:00 The Illusion of Productivity

02:45 The Spirituality of Creativity

05:53 Practices for Creative Stillness

I spent 5 days testing out Twyla Tharp’s Creative Habit — a system for showing up and doing creative work every single day (no excuses, no waiting for inspiration).

In this video, I share what it was like to build a ritual, what worked, what didn’t, and how it shifted the way I think about creativity. If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect moment” to start your project, this might be the push you need.

📚 Book Mentioned: The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp - https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Habit-Learn-Use-Life/dp/0743235274

Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR4fJ89xA32I4rpZZidtV6w
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Digital information can be overwhelming — endless news cycles, arguments online, and the feeling that you should do more. In this video, I share the 3 simple habits I use to calm my mind, stay grounded, and protect my mental health when everything feels chaotic.

Struggling with negative self-talk while creating? In this video, I share what I’ve learned about silencing the inner critic through insights from Cal Newport’s So Good They Can’t Ignore You. Instead of chasing passion, Newport emphasizes the power of building rare and valuable skills—and I reflect on how this shift has helped me approach content creation with more clarity and purpose.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sincerebyhelengarcia

Helen explores the theme of reinvention and purpose through the lens of Michael J. Fox's memoir, 'No Time Like The Future.' It discusses how Fox's battle with Parkinson's disease led him to reimagine his identity and redefine retirement as a pivot, not an end

Subscribe to the Sincere Newsletter: ⁠https://mindbyhelengarcia.substack.com/

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Yv_dvkyiUfI

Time Stamps

• 00:00 What is Sincere?
• 00:34 Michael J. Fox's Identity Disruption
• 01:50 Radical Honesty and Presence
• 02:37 Gratitude as Fuel for Creativity
• 03:44 Embracing Fluid Futures
• 05:02 Closing Reflections and Invitation