The Moderately Tortured Artist

I've had a long and toxic relationship with overwhelm and we went through a break up a couple of months ago.

My energy has returned, my zest for creating, really everything about the way I move through my day and how I feel about it has shifted.

And I wanted to share what allowed for that to happen. When I realised what was hiding BEHIND the label of overwhelm.

If you're experiencing overwhelm right now, I hope this episode supports you in a beautiful way.

And if the LIMITLESS experience intrigues you, you can find out more here: https://www.embodyyourartistry.com/limitless

Desire. It's a juicy word that kicks up a lot of sensation in your body right? But when it comes to WHAT you desire and your MOTIVATION and DEVOTION to get there, not all desires are made equal.

Most people use vague language to articulate their desires. Words like "happy," "healthy" and "more creative." Which makes them intangible. They then actually mean very little on their own. And they don't inspire action because there are far too many variables.

We use vague language because we're afraid to claim what it is we truly desire. We'd rather live in I-don't-know-how Land. That. Stops. Now.

Your words create your world. Yep, the language you use each and every day is influencing and colouring how you feel. So is it empowering or disempowering you? Serving you or not?

The uncomfortable news is that right now you're most likely speaking out of habit and through the lens of your conditioning rather than being intentional about it. The wonderful news? That can change TODAY and I'd love to show you how.

This episode is for anyone who has ever believed they should tone themselves down to blend into the background, to avoid standing out.

That you shouldn't boldly share your gifts, draw attention to yourself or be exceptional because it comes with too much risk.

It asks you "Where are you accepting being a background person when that costume doesn't fit anymore?"

And explores a self-honouring way to come out of hiding and embrace your full expression.

I know, rejection isn't a topic that makes me jump out of bed and do pirouettes either, but I do think it's important to talk about.

So even though it makes me feel incredibly vulnerable and a tad apprehensive, I'm sharing a rejection story of my own on the podcast this week.

A pretty recent one.

Complete with all the gory details, shaky knees, awkward emotions AND valuable lessons.

Because rejection (or the fear of it) is holding far too many creative tongues and hearts captive.

And it doesn't have to mean what you've made it mean...

This episode is an audio version of a Facebook Live I did to call you forward.

If you know you've been hiding, dipping your toe in the water or trying to convince yourself that "you don't have what it takes" or your art "isn't that important" - this is for you.

Gather around the campfire.

Grab a blanket and a beer, mulled wine or cup of hot chocolate.

Because I have a battle cry I need you to hear and FEEL.

...Your joie de vivre may depend on it.

This episode is for those who are waiting. Waiting for permission to take up space, to share their work or to be chosen.

And waiting to feel ready to step up and out of their comfort zone, to accept themselves wholeheartedly or to run towards what lights them up.

Feeling hesitant, scared or doubtful is human and normal but when those emotions keep you frozen in place, then we've got some tending to do.

You can find out more or jump into Embody Your Voice here: https://thatsweetroar.com/embody-your-voice

Sensitivity is one of those things many creatives have in spades and yet the messaging we tend to receive is often one of "too sensitive" or "overly emotional".

In this episode I unpack this a little and encourage you to follow your own trail of breadcrumbs.

Is your sensitivity something you're proud of and embrace or is it something you have distanced yourself from and hide?

And how can you ensure your relationship with both sensitivity and sensation are one that fuels your creativity instead of dulling it?

If you'd like to take a closer look at Unbind Your Artistry, head this way: https://www.embodyyourartistry.com/unbind-your-artistry

Welcome to the first episode of 2021! Where we explore how goals, New Year's Resolutions and our collective obsession with never-ending self improvement is impacting you.

The way I'm discerning between whether going after something is serving or sapping me comes down to - what lies underneath?

What is the driving force behind this desire to stretch or to grow? Am I being pushed or being pulled?

And if it does feel as though it's doing more harm than good, what's another alternative?

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Want to share your thoughts? You can find me on Instagram at @bykimberleysmith

Why is it that even after all the self help books and mindset work our minds are still full of doubt and drama, holding us captive?

Could it be that we have to go another layer deeper?

This episode is about how to cultivate safety and self compassion. It starts with uncovering your inner child and the weight they're carrying and then healing by meeting those needs in small ways today.

If you'd like to check out my workshop, From Self Doubt to Surrender, you can do that here: https://thatsweetroar.com/self-doubt-to-surrender-for-performers