What if being a little delusional is exactly what you need to make the impossible happen?

In this guest episode of The Complete Creative, Brie chats with artist, Hannah Sucsy, for a powerful conversation on why rationality might be the very thing holding you back. They uncover how intentionally choosing to believe in impossible outcomes can actually rewire your mindset and open up space for new creative possibilities.

This episode is part permission slip, part mindset shift—and 100% fuel for your next "impossible" move.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Why believing in impossible goals on purpose is a creative superpower

How to use “delusional” thinking to create psychological momentum

What recording your wins really does for your confidence

The science behind belief, attention, and progress

Why resistance isn’t a signal to stop—it’s a signal to double down

Connect with Hannah:

🔗 Website: https://www.teascarlet.com/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teascarlet_creates/

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Welcome to The Complete Creative! I’m Brie Stockwell, life & business coach for creative visionaries, entrepreneurs, and innovators who want to achieve success without sacrificing their energy, joy, relationships, peace, or vision.

This podcast is about wholeness—about building a life and business that feel aligned, sustainable, and fulfilling. Each week, you’ll get stories, coaching insights, and practical strategies to help you overcome creative blocks, stay focused, find your flow, and bring your ideas into reality with clarity and confidence.

If you’re ready to explore where intuition meets strategy—and where the woo meets the what-to-do—this podcast is for you. Follow The Complete Creative so you never miss an episode.

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Ever wonder what it would feel like to wake up tomorrow already living your ideal life? In this episode of The Complete Creative, I guide you through a powerful visualization exercise designed to help you picture—and actually feel—what true balance and alignment look like.

We’ll explore:

Why balance doesn’t mean “doing it all”—it means focusing on what matters most

How to recognize what drains your energy vs. what fuels your creativity

The small daily choices that create big shifts in flow and fulfillment

A simple visualization practice to reset your mindset and reconnect with your vision

By the end, you’ll have more than just a pretty daydream—you’ll walk away with an action-inspiring vision for your ideal, aligned life.

Want help putting this into practice? Check out my Focus and Flow program, where you’ll get access to my Energy Audit GPT plus 30 days of coaching-in-your-pocket. Or, if you’re ready for deeper transformation, let's work together 1:1—we’ll bring your ideal life into reality, together. 

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Do you ever feel like your creativity just…vanished? Like every idea floated out the window and you’re staring down a creative block you can’t move past?

In this episode, Brie breaks down the myth of the creative block—and shares a refreshing perspective on what’s really going on when you feel stuck. Spoiler: it might not be a block at all. It might be an invitation.

Highlights:

How to recognize the difference between a true block and simple resistance

Subtle signals that show you’re forcing your work—and how to shift out of that

What “flow” actually feels like (and how to get there)

Creative tools to interrupt the perfectionism spiral

Simple tactics like walks, play, and tiny shifts that can spark movement again

Feeling blocked doesn’t mean you’re out of ideas—it might mean there’s something new waiting to emerge.

Mentioned in this episode:

Play with Zentangle.

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If your creative spark has been feeling dim, the issue may not be time — it might be energy leaks. In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie walks you through her Energy Audit, a simple yet powerful practice for spotting where your energy is draining and how to shift it back into alignment.

You’ll explore five key life domains that impact your creative energy, uncover hidden leaks, and learn how to make intentional changes without overwhelm. This isn’t about overhauling your life overnight — it’s about noticing, adjusting, and allowing more energy to flow into what matters most.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The five life domains where energy naturally flows — or drains

How to recognize “energy leak” cues before they burn you out

Why attention and intention are your most valuable tools for change

Practical examples of quick shifts that restore energy

How to use these insights to create more focus, flow, and creativity

If you’re ready to take this work deeper and get personal support while creating lasting change, join me in my Focus & Flow Coaching Experience — including access to my full Energy Audit & Guide GPT. Learn more at creativemindscoach.com/focusandflow.

Mentioned in this episode:

Listen to Episode 1 to hear more about the start of the podcast.

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What if everything you’ve believed about imposter syndrome isn't true? In this episode, Brie Stockwell shares a spicy opinion: imposter syndrome isn’t real—and the discomfort you’re feeling?

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The surprising origin of the term and how it spread

A nature-based metaphor to understand creative discomfort

What’s actually happening when you’re on the edge of growth

How to reframe doubt as creative risk, curiosity, or identity evolution

Why you don’t need to feel “ready” to belong

Whether you’re launching something new, raising your prices, or just showing up fully as yourself—this episode will remind you that you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a flood of ideas, unsure which ones to act on—or afraid they’ll vanish if you don’t move fast enough? In this episode, Brie shares how she shifted from creative urgency to intentional flow, learning to honor ideas without letting them take over.

Brie walks through her personal system for capturing inspiration, why not all ideas deserve your energy, and how to decide when it’s time to bring one to life. Whether you’re overflowing with ideas or wondering where they’ve all gone, this episode offers a refreshing, grounded way to relate to your creative sparks.

You’ll hear about:

Why honoring ideas matters more than acting on all of them

How Brie uses a “someday maybe” list to reduce energetic clutter

When to tune in—and when to tune out

What to do when you feel like the ideas aren’t coming

Simple tools to capture inspiration your way (hello, sticky notes!)

Questions to help you decide which idea to pursue next

This conversation is a love letter to the creative mind—and a reminder that not every idea has to become a project.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 2: Walking for Creatives: Boost Clarity, Calm, and Flow

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In this episode, Brie shares how the simple practice of gratitude can completely shift your energy—and your creative process. As she preps for a big move and heads out on vacation, she reflects on what it means to be in “the having” and how that mindset has helped her find clarity, calm, and joy in the middle of uncertainty.

This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is fine. It’s about seeing what’s already working, appreciating what you’ve got, and using that awareness to stay grounded in your work and life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How gratitude reduces stress, perfectionism, and self-doubt

Why being in “the having” can improve creativity and even sleep

Simple ways to bring gratitude into your daily and creative routines

What to do when your energy dips or comparison creeps in

How to reconnect with what you love—even during a lull

Mentioned in this episode:

The Having by Suh Yoon Lee

The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy

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What if a few simple words could completely shift how you approach your creative work? In this episode, success coach for creatives, Brie Stockwell, explores the power of mantras and how they can help anchor your practice with clarity and intention. She shares her personal morning mantra, “Something amazing is happening today,” and how it’s transformed her mindset—and her work.

You’ll hear how to create your own personalized mantra, why “positive” mantras sometimes fall flat, and how your words can help you move past resistance, fear, and perfectionism. Whether you’re preparing to create, transitioning between tasks, or navigating uncertainty, this episode is full of gentle, practical encouragement to help you show up with more ease and purpose.

In this episode, Brie covers:

How to create a mantra that supports your specific goals and energy

The neuroscience behind intentional thinking and creative flow

Why “Let it be light” helps calm resistance and welcome joy

Ways to use mantras during transitions, tough moments, and daily rituals

Examples of how mantras shape creativity, connection, and courage

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In episode 5, Brie Stockwell shares a powerful practice for creatives: collecting evidence of your own success. Drawing from neuroscience and her own photography journey, Brie explains how retraining your brain to focus on what’s working can increase confidence, reduce self-doubt, and boost creative momentum. She shares why our brains are wired to focus on the negative, how to work with that wiring (not against it), and the small but powerful ways we can begin to shift our attention toward the positive.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What negativity bias is and how it affects your creative work

Why noticing small wins leads to bigger success

How to train your reticular activating system to see what’s going right

Simple tools to build your “evidence collection” of wins

How this practice reduces stress and builds resilience

This isn’t about fluff or feel-good affirmations—it’s a practical, grounded approach to boosting your creative mindset with real data: your own wins.

Mentioned in the episode:

Deepak Chopra’s quote from The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success

Atomic Habits by James Clear

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