Did you know the average person makes a staggering 35,000 decisions every day? Emily and Evie dive into the fascinating world of decision-making, exploring how to combat decision fatigue and make better choices without exhausting your mental resources. Emily shares her personal struggle with turning small decisions into big ones, while Evie reveals her coping mechanisms for managing her limited decision-making capacity.

Episode Highlights:

The Four Q’s

Question:

What is a decision you’ve made that, after you made it, you instantly felt better?

Quest:

Practice identifying the different types of decisions you make in a day (hat, haircut, tattoo). If it’s a hat decision, figure out a way to make those decisions easier.

Quality Creativity:

Using AI for vacation planning:

Decision Mentor

Claude AI

Quote:

“Decision is a sharp knife that cuts clean and straight; indecision, a dull one that hacks and tears and leaves ragged edges behind.”

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Episode 48: Creative Decision Making

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

Ever wondered how creativity actually works in your brain? In this mind-expanding conversation, Evie and Emily unpack the fascinating connection between neuropsychology and creative expression. Discover how your brain's networks interact during creative tasks and why regular creative practice might be just as crucial for your brain health as physical exercise is for your body!

Episode Highlights:

Helpful Links:

Emotion Wheel

Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking

The Four Q’s

Question:

Based on our discussion of the various brain networks, do you feel you have a healthy balance? Or do you tend to be more dominant in the default mode network or the executive control network?

Quest:

Practice one of the drawing techniques presented in the episode.

Quality Creativity:

Bilateral Drawings for engaging the entire brain. Sign up for our newsletter for details.

Quote:

“Creativity, not normality, has become the paradigm of mental health.”

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Episode 47: Neuropsychology & Creativity

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

Keeping up with your health can feel like a full-time job. It’s a lot! Evie and Emily are diving into brain health metrics to understand what they are, why they matter, and how you can track them.

From brain imaging to at-home tests, they break down accessible options to help you establish baselines and track over time.

Episode Highlights:

Helpful Links:

For links to all the tests mentioned, check out the full episode post Episode 46: Measuring Brain Health

The Four Q’s

Question:

What brain health metric are you going to start tracking?

Quest:

Download the Brain Health Checklist

Quality Creativity:

A nod to Peloton for a creative way to find new music

Quote:

“The chief function of the body is to carry the brain around.”

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Episode 46: Measuring Brain Health

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

Is fear holding you back? In this illuminating conversation, Evie and Emily unpack how fear operates as one of the most powerful drivers of human behavior and explore its complex relationship with creativity. 

Everyone experiences fear to a varying degree, but creativity might be the perfect antidote.

Episode Highlights:

Helpful Links:

Emotion Wheel

Episode 43: Embracing Imperfection

The Four Q’s

Question:

How has fear gotten in the way of your creativity?

Quest:

Complete reflection drawings. Sign up for our newsletter for details!

Quality Creativity:

Using mindful moments and “Glimmers”  to combat fears.

Quote:

“Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”

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Episode 45: Fear & Creativity

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

In this follow-up episode to their previous discussion on habits, Emily and Evie Soape explore how to troubleshoot habits when you hit obstacles or fall off track. They discuss strategies for getting started with new habits, overcoming common barriers, and maintaining consistency with behavior change.

Episode Highlights:

Helpful Links:

Episode 42: Goal Setting & Habits

Episode 11: Reducing Friction

Episode 37: Developing the Habit of Creativity

90 Journaling Prompts for Self-Discovery from Ness Labs

The Four Tendencies Quiz by Gretchen Rubin

The Four Q’s

Question:

What is the biggest barrier for you when it comes to establishing or breaking a habit?

Quest:

Reflect on your habits and troubleshoot your problem area.

Quality Creativity:

A creative way to hang curtains: Kwik Hang

Quote:

“Creativity is a habit, and the best creativity is the result of good work habits.”

For additional info, check out our show notes page:

Episode 44: Troubleshooting Habits

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Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

Perfectionism is real, and it seems to be on the rise. You may notice your perfectionist tendencies. In this episode, Evie and Emily are getting into the psychology of perfectionism - what it is, why it happens, and how it impacts our lives.

But it’s not all bad news! Creativity and self-expression can help shift perfectionistic tendencies, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and self-compassion. Whether you struggle with procrastination, fear of failure, or an obsession with high standards, this episode will offer insights and actionable steps to help you embrace imperfection and reclaim joy in the creative process.

Episode highlights:

Helpful Links:

Perfectionism in Adolescence

Perfectionism is Increasing Over Time: A Meta-Analysis

Understanding the Psychology Behind Perfectionism

3 Ways Art Therapy Can Help with Perfectionism and Fear of Failure

The Happiness Lab: How to Be Imperfect 

The Four Q’s

Question:

How has perfectionism shown up in your life?

Quest:

If this episode resonated with you, ask yourself these reflection questions: Is perfectionism a problem for you? How do you know? How does this pattern affect you and/or your relationships? How would you be without this problem? Is it worth working to improve on this area of life? 

Quality Creativity:

Art Therapy directives to overcome perfectionism

Quote:

“Perfectionism is a dangerous state of mind in an imperfect world.”

For additional info, check out our show notes page:

Episode 43: Embracing Imperfection

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Have a creative week!

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

It doesn’t matter the time of year, it’s always a good time to talk about goals and habits. Our New Year’s energy wore off months ago, and we are headed into summer - which is a notoriously bad time for starting and maintaining habits. So, as the weather heats up and we lose the regular school day routines, we are revisiting the topic with new energy.

Episode highlights:

Helpful Links:

Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg

Atomic Habits by James Clear

How to Change by Katy Milkman

Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin

Episode 37 | Developing the Habit of Creativity

The Four Q’s

Question:

What is a behavior change strategy that you currently use? Or what one do you want to try?

Quest:

Try one of the behavior change strategies with a habit you are working on.

Quality Creativity:

The Reddit Group: Get Motivated Buddies.

It’s a creative way to find an accountability partner. It’s an online community that helps you pair up with someone with similar habit goals.

Quote:

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing, that’s why we  recommend it daily.”

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Episode 42: Goal Setting & Habits

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Have a creative week!

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

In this episode, Evie and Emily explore what it truly means to be a Creative and how creativity is more than just producing art - it’s a mindset, a process, and a practice that shapes our lives. They discuss how to cultivate creativity, overcome self-doubt, and integrate creative habits into daily life.

Episode highlights:

The Four Q’s

Question:

Out of the 3 components of creativity: mindset, process, and practice, which area needs the most attention in your life?

Quest:

Sign up for the Creative Connections newsletter. It comes out every other Friday and is full of insights and advice to help you live a healthy, creative life.

Quality Creativity:

Evie shares her story of how her mindset shifted during the pandemic to embrace different ways of offering art therapy. As a result, her practice has grown, and she continues using some of the same techniques even after the pandemic.

Quote:

“We cannot solve a problem with the same kind of thinking we used when we created it.”

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Episode 41: The Creative Principles

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Have a creative week!

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

You may not realize it, but we are in the midst of an epidemic of loneliness. We are spending more time alone and have fewer close friends. It’s a trend that needs our attention because social connection is as much a part of health as nutrition and exercise.

In this episode, Evie and Emily address the topic of social connection and how it impacts our lives. Plus, they discuss tips on deepening existing connections and building new ones. 

Episode highlights:

Helpful Links:

Health Effects of Social Isolation and Loneliness

Our Epidemic of Loneliness

Loneliness and Social Isolation in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan: An International Survey

The Four Q’s

Question:

What is your biggest challenge in making social connections?

Quest:

Download and complete the Social Connection Bingo card.

Quality Creativity:

Emily shares the story about how she met one of her best friends.

Quote:

“In a world of algorithms, hashtags, and followers… know the importance of human connection.”

For additional info, check out our show notes page:

Episode 40: Building Social Connections

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Connect with The Everyday Creative Collective

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Follow us on Instagram: @theeverydaycreativecollective

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Have a creative week!

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

Boundaries are essential for maintaining healthy relationships, protecting your well-being, and ensuring that your time and energy are spent in ways that align with your values. Without clear boundaries, feeling overwhelmed, taken advantage of, or burned out is easy.

In this episode, Evie and Emily dive into the importance of setting personal boundaries - emotionally, physically, and with time and space. They discuss what boundaries matter, how they impact relationships, and ways to establish and maintain them effectively. They also explore self-reflection techniques, mindfulness, and creative exercises to help you gain clarity on your own limits.

Episode highlights:

Helpful Links:

Psych Central: The Importance of Personal Boundaries

Positive Psychology: How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Build Positive Relationships

The Four Q’s

Question:

What are some ways you’ve adopted healthy boundaries in your life?

Quest:

Set a boundary!

Quality Creativity:

Art Therapy Directive: Creative a visual representation of your relationships and the various levels of access you give them to your life - your time, personal information, and your attention.

Quote:

“I would rather adjust my life to your absence than adjust my boundaries to accommodate your disrespect.”

For additional info, check out our show notes page:

Episode 39: Creating Boundaries

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Have a creative week!

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠