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RCA welcomes innovation leader Dr. Karen Tilstra—founder of Creativity Effect—for a heartfelt, practical conversation on crossing our inner “death lines,” the hidden beliefs that shut down potential. We talk design thinking, courageous feedback, creative leadership, and simple tools to move through fear into freedom.

Plus, Shawn’s “This Week in Spiritual History” highlights: the Feast of the Nativity of Mary (Sep 8), St. Augustine’s first parish Mass (1565), the founding vote that led to Harvard College (1636), Michelangelo’s David unveiled (1504), and—just for fun—Hug Your Hound Day (Sun, Sep 14).

 Links mentioned: Creativity Effect • Dr. Tilstra’s book The Deathline. 

Guest: Dr. Karen Tilstra, founder & president of Creativity Effect — training in creative leadership & innovation. (Website: CreativityEffect.com)
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Book: The Deathline: Stopping the #1 All-Time Killer of Human Potential (Amazon)
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Key Takeaways / Lessons

• Everyone is creative; creativity is a birthright, not a job title.
• The “death line” is an imaginary limit—notice it, name it, and take one courageous step.
• You don’t need all the answers to begin; progress clarifies the path.
• Feedback is a lifeline when offered with kindness and curiosity.
• Micro-practice: Toll Booth Technique—pause, breathe, ask “What’s really going on?”, then choose the next right step.

Reflection / Journal Prompts

1. Where am I sensing a “death line” right now?
2. What small, kind action crosses that line today?
3. Who needs my curious, generous feedback this week?

Affirmations

• I cross fear’s line with love and clarity.
• My creativity is alive, welcome, and useful today.
• Each small step opens a larger way.

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