The Compassionate Creative Podcast

In this episode:

-his definition of compassion and why it’s an important part of his personal and professional life, especially when it comes to his son

-as humans we all have so many similarities, so knowing that we share the same challenges we can be more humane and compassionate

-his background in business consultation and why he decided to focus more on the importance of interconnectedness in the work environment; how this led to writing his book “The Art of Compassionate Business”

-why the relationship between the business and their stakeholders is so important and why nurturing a robust and compassionate relationship is much more profitable for all

-a simple tip for businesses to nurture relationships with their stakeholders, customers & employees: recognizing other’s needs

-why interdependence is the most important principle in business

-the difference between the qualitative and quantitative aspects of business environments and why both are very important

-why fear and control based workplaces do not allow for creativity, collaboration or innovative and why more compassionate businesses bring about more profitability

-the synergy between compassion and creativity and why both are important for any business’ success

Bruno's Website: brunocignacco.com

Bruno's Instagram: @brunocignacco

Buy "The Art of Compassionate Business": Amazon

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In this episode:

-why she decided to use the words “Metamorphosis - Simplified” on the landing page of her website

-how the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) method has helped her with her small business and a self-proclaimed ‘overthinker’

-why we need to understand our audience and community; we don’t need to over explain when we find the right people and target the right audience

-how she has fused her wealth of experiences and share her knowledge across many different methods of communication (dance, language, writing, consulting)

-what is creative placemaking and how her background in dance introduced her to this work

-how she helps entrepreneurs through ‘Consult with Kristine’ and the outsourcing work she does

-how she helps businesses and entrepreneurs to ‘reclaim their time’ and how this also encourages more self-compassion

-why building up your community is so important

Here are Kristine's links:

Consult with Kristine

Website:

https://www.consultwithkristine.com/

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristine-leslie-8b1648207/

Pinterest:

https://www.pinterest.com/mmeleslie/consult-with-kristine/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/consultwithkristine

Calendly:

https://calendly.com/consult-with-kristine

Digital Business Card:

https://bit.ly/3yKrtf1

Young, Black, and Well-Read (Kristine's Blog)

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/youngblackandwellread_/

*ManyLink (alternative to Linktree):

https://many.link/youngblackandwellread

Blog Subscription page:

https://mailchi.mp/16b4d7d05512/young-black-and-well-read

Afro-Latinx Dance Project

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https://www.instagram.com/afrolatindance_llc/

Linktree:

https://linktr.ee/afrolatindp

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In this episode:

-shares what centering prayer is

-how you do it and how it can help creatives (or anyone) to let go of what doesn’t need your attention and focus on what they need to

-why centering prayer is different from using a mantra in a meditation and why it’s important to start with baby steps and work your way up to longer ‘sits’

-what the benefits are from centering prayer and how it has changed his own life

-how he uses centering prayer and affirmations to help him with his creative process

-why anyone can do centering prayer

-the inspiration behind his latest book “Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self Through Centering Prayer”

-how he was able to show himself compassion when it came to the struggles of finding a publisher for the book

-how he wants to help people discover themselves through his offerings

Rich's Website: silenceteaches.com

Rich's Instagram: @rich_lewis3

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21 Day Yoga Journey 

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Today I am sharing some thoughts on creating good habits and how it ties into my latest offering...A 21 Day Yoga Journey. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about habits. I found a wonderful quote the other day by Sean Covey: “Depending on what they are, our habits will either make us or break us.” 

21 Day Yoga Journey begins March 1 through my YouTube Channel (Be sure to SUBSCRIBE) 

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In this episode:

-her yoga journey which has started to include kundalini yoga which she never pictured would be part of her practice

-‘The Brave Kind Community’ - why she started it and why it was a way for her to tap into her creative soul and help others

-her story of her sobriety; why it allowed her to become more connected to herself on a deeper level, including reclaiming her inner child

-why her creative sober circle has supported her and connected to women all over the world through art

-the inspiration behind self published memoir ‘Strong Roots, Wayward Soul’ and how she was able to show herself compassion through the creative process of writing it

-how she was able to work through the painful parts of writing her memoir by allowing space for ‘pause’ as well as working with a somatic healer and integrating her yoga practice

-why it is so important to lead by example and how she’s had to work to let go of worrying about what other people think

Christy's Website: wearethebravekind.com

Christy's Instagram: @the_bravekind

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Today I am sharing my thoughts about the trucker “freedom convoy” here in Ontario. I have many emotions and I haven’t been able to find a place to channel my energy around it. I thought I would use this platform to share, as I have been really struggling to understand and hold space for people who are standing behind this particular movement and upholding systems that cause harm to so many. Today I am challenging you to take a look at your privilege and proximity to power.

I also want to share some of the resources and educators that have taught me (and continue to teach me) so much about dismantling my own personal biases. 

@ckyourprivilege (the inspiration for the name of this episode)

@jamilamalika

@newleaffoundationto

@janayathefuture

@dearyoga_

@accordingtoweeze

@rachelricketts

@wetsuweten_checkpoint

@matriarch.movement

@lindork

@selamdebs

Wheel of Power & Privilege (Illustrated by @sylviaduckworth)

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In this episode:

-the inspiration behind her essential oils business “Earth Keeper” and why she is hopeful it will inspire others to lead a less wasteful and toxin filled life

-how motherhood has also inspired her small business and why she wants to empower other moms to make their own products that are safe to use

-why there is a big disconnect between the consumer and the product and why we sometimes neglect the important connection to our skin and the products we put on it

-how essential oils are another way for her to express her creativity; finding different combinations and creating personalized rollers and perfumes to suit people’s needs

-through all of her creative endeavors, she has come to realize that ‘you’ve already got it in you’ and why she wants to help people discover this within themselves

Jeanine's website: jeaninedinger.com

Jeanine's Instagram: @jeaninedinger

Earth Keeper Instagram: @earthkeeproils

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Today I am offering a meditation practice with a focus on setting an intention for your day. Based on my last #freeflowfriday (New Year Intentions) I wanted to offer you a tangible practice that you can come back to whenever you need some guidance setting an intention to help you be more productive, creative and grounded. I hope you enjoy it! 

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In this episode:

-her transition into motherhood and why prioritizing tasks has helped with showing herself compassion even on the difficult days

-how the momentum vs. motivation mindset has helped not feel overwhelmed as a mother and entrepreneur

-how becoming a mother has enhanced her creativity; how her daughter has inspired more play and has taught her to become more present

-her journey moving to Switzerland and what that process of integrating herself in a new country was like

-how being open and patient with the process allowed things to “fall into place”

-making the transition from performer into choreographer and what that was like in a new country, speaking a new language

-how she felt about working in amateur theatre and then working on her first professional production during the pandemic

-working through feelings and thoughts of self-doubt through the choreographic process

Jeanine's Website: jeaninedinger.com

Jeanine's Instagram: @jeaninedinger

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Happy New Year and welcome to the first #freeflowfriday of 2022. Today I am sharing my intentions for the new year and why they are different from resolutions. An intention is not a goal, but more of a feeling, a vibration; how you want to move through the world, what you wish to embody, what you want to nourish and grow. Let me know your thoughts!

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