The Tillage Podcast

The Tillage Podcast

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  • 147: How to Break Free from the Stories That Keep You Stuck

    If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or unable to follow through on the goals you deeply care about, this episode will speak to you. We often think the problem is procrastination or lack of willpower but the truth runs much deeper. Beneath the surface lies an old story you’ve been carrying for years, one that’s been quietly shaping your beliefs, your confidence, and your sense of safety in change.

    In this episode of The Tillage Podcast, I guide you through the powerful inner work of rewriting the narratives that are keeping you stuck.

    You’ll discover:✨ How subconscious stories shape your behavior and block progress✨ Why “feeling stuck” is really about feeling safe✨ A simple framework to uncover, reframe, and rewrite limiting beliefs✨ What it truly means to reclaim your personal power and act on your potential

    This is the deep, transformative work that leads to lasting change. Tune in and learn how to release old stories, reclaim your strength, and step into the most powerful version of yourself.


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    29 min
  • 146: The Power of Connection: Rethinking Networking in Business with Deanna Seymour

    Networking doesn’t have to feel gross, transactional, or overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with Deanna Seymour to reimagine networking as simple, authentic connection. Together we unpack how creatives can grow their businesses without burnout by focusing on joy, alignment, and community.

    Deanna shares her powerful SHARE framework—a practical guide to building relationships that feel good and lead to sustainable growth.

    If you’ve ever felt weighed down by all the “shoulds” in business this conversation will remind you that fun, freedom, and connection can fuel your work in more effective ways than hustle ever could.

    Tune in and discover how to bring the joy back into your business, build genuine connections, and grow in a way that feels aligned with who you are.

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    44 min
  • 145: The Sacredness of an Idea: How to Protect and Nurture Your Creative Dreams

    Have you ever held onto a dream so big it felt almost too fragile to share? In this episode of The Tillage Podcast, we’re talking about the sacredness of an idea—how to protect your creative dreams in their earliest stages and why declaring them matters.

    You’ll learn:

    • Why new ideas feel so tender and fragile

    • The first step to protecting your dream by truly owning it

    • How declaring your ideas makes them more tangible, inspiring, and achievable

    • Why choosing the right people to share your dream with can make all the difference

    If you’ve been sitting on a big idea, whether it’s writing a book, hosting a conference, or starting a new business...this episode will remind you that your dreams are worth protecting, nurturing, and bringing into the light.

    ✨ Tune in and discover how to honor the sacredness of your ideas and take one brave step toward making them real.


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    34 min
  • 144: From Dark Night of the Soul to Creative Renewal with Leah Guzman

    What happens when life looks “perfect” on the outside: healthy kids, a loving partner, a meaningful career, but inside you feel like you’re withering away? In this powerful episode, I sit down with art therapist and creative entrepreneur Leah Guzman to talk about her dark night of the soul and the transformation it sparked.

    Leah shares how overwhelm, anxiety, and depression led her to rediscover her art, set boundaries, and finally listen to what her soul was asking for. From journaling at 2 a.m. to creating children’s books and building an online membership, Leah’s story is proof that honoring your desires and creativity can bring healing, growth, and even ripple effects into the lives of others.

    We explore:
    ✨ The signs you’re in a “dark night of the soul” (and why nothing has to look “wrong” for it to happen)✨ How art and journaling can be tools for healing and clarity✨ Why people-pleasing and lack of boundaries keep you stuck and how to break free✨ The ripple effect of small changes that unlock bigger dreams✨ Practical ways to listen to your soul and say yes to what truly lights you up

    If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting “more,” struggled with burnout, or longed to step into a bigger version of yourself, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with tools to start your own renewal.


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    45 min
  • 143: What Will It Cost You? The Hidden Price of Staying Stuck vs. Choosing Change

    Are you stuck in old patterns that keep holding you back? In this episode, we dive into the real question behind change: What will it cost you to stay the same?

    You’ll learn why lasting change isn’t just about willpower or habit trackers, but it’s about facing discomfort, rewriting old stories, and aligning emotion, belief, and action.

    Discover:

    • The hidden cost of not changing (and what you may already be missing out on)

    • Why true transformation happens at the emotional (not just mental level)

    • How sitting with discomfort can become your most powerful tool for growth

    • The ripple effect your personal change has on family, relationships, and the world around you

    • Practical reflection questions inspired by Mastin Kipp’s Claim Your Power to help you move forward

    If you’re ready to stop circling the same patterns and start stepping into the life you want, this episode will challenge and inspire you to take action.

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    33 min
  • 142: Your Business Will Only Grow as Deeply as You Do with Michelle Rohr of The Secret O.W.L. Society

    What if the key to growing your business was healing? In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Rohr of The Secret OWL Society to explore why your business can only grow as deeply as you do.

    Michelle shares her powerful journey of moving from fear and self-protection into a life built on self-devotion and personal growth. Together, we talk about the hidden patterns that hold entrepreneurs back and how to replace them with practices that nurture confidence, creativity, and sustainable success.

    You’ll learn why taking full responsibility for your life helps you reclaim your power, how facing fear builds momentum, and why devotion to your well-being is more effective than strict discipline. Most importantly, you’ll discover how choosing to love yourself more creates the freedom to grow both personally and professionally.


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    48 min
  • 141: Celebrating 3 Years of The Tillage Podcast: Why Looking Back Matters

    Three years, 141 episodes, and countless lessons later—The Tillage Podcast is officially celebrating its 3rd birthday! 🎉

    In this episode, I’m reflecting on what looking back can teach us as creatives and entrepreneurs. From noticing patterns in our energy and mindset, to gaining clarity on what’s working and what isn’t, and even recognizing how our hopes and desires shift over time...reflection is one of the most powerful tools we have for growth.

    We’ll also talk about the invisible impact of our work and how gratitude for the journey fuels resilience for what’s next.

    If you’ve ever rushed past your own milestones without pausing to celebrate, this episode is your invitation to stop, look back, and honor how far you’ve come. Because your story matters and your journey matters.🧡


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    26 min
  • 140: Embracing Being Scrappy in Your Creative Business

    When life and business feel messy, do you wait for the perfect conditions or push through? In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of "making it work" this summer like taking meetings from a YMCA bench and even recording this episode from my car.

    We’ll talk about why shifting from perfection to progress is so hard for creatives, how embracing scrappy seasons can actually fuel resilience and momentum, and practical ways to move forward when conditions are far from perfect.

    If you’ve ever struggled with waiting for the “right” time, place, or setup before creating, this episode will encourage you to show up as you are...because done is better than perfect, and your work matters and is worth fighting for. 🧡


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    39 min
  • 139: Balancing Household Labor and Business Growth with Audra King of She Loves Her Biz

    In this empowering conversation, business coach Audra King joins us to explore how the division of household labor directly impacts women entrepreneurs and their ability to thrive creatively and financially. We unpack the concepts of mental load, invisible labor, and why so many women feel like the “default” parent or household manager...even while running full-time businesses.

    Audra shares practical strategies for having collaborative, non-accusatory conversations with your partner, drawing on insights from Eve Rodsky’s Fair Play framework. You’ll learn why fair doesn’t have to mean 50/50, how to identify and release guilt around taking time for your creative work, and how shifting household roles can unlock more energy, focus, and joy in your business.

    If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the weight of running a household while trying to grow your creative business, this episode will help you reclaim your time, protect your creative energy, and advocate for the fairness you deserve.


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    35 min
  • 138: From The Archives | Encouragement When Starting is Difficult with Kristi Westberg of At The Dot Design

    Starting something new can feel overwhelming, whether it's launching a creative business, diving into surface pattern design, or simply beginning a passion project. There is a whole lot that goes on in our minds and hearts that can create some stall.

    In this episode, artist and educator Kristi Westberg of At The Dot Design shares her journey from graphic design to rare book conservation to becoming a fabric designer and Skillshare instructor.

    Kristi opens up about the mental hurdles of taking the first step, how setting realistic goals helped her build momentum, and why imperfect action is often the key to growth. She reminds us that progress rarely happens overnight, but consistency and patience can change everything.

    If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to start, or overwhelmed by perfectionism, this episode will give you practical tips and encouragement to move forward, embrace the process, and build confidence along the way.


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    39 min

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The Tillage Podcast is a space I've created to help you gain clarity on your creative journey. Being a creative entrepreneur comes with its ups and downs, and sometimes it can feel like you're all on…

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