Have you ever felt like you were not trusting yourself and your passions because you were trying to make others happy? Or you were going along with what is more socially rewarding? Maybe your passions are a creative outlet at first, but what if they are more than that? Creativity can play such an important role in our lives and show up in many ways. Learning to embrace it and other artistic expressions can also help us live a balanced and full life.

Abby and Mary reflect on their conversation with Ayanna Witter-Johnson and how she pushed through the noise in pursuing her career in music.

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In Your Ellement is a teen-hosted podcast covering conversations with teen allies. Sixteen-year-old host and TEDx speaker, Abby Jones, chats with some of the most inspiring educators, creators, and changemakers reflecting on their teen years, what makes them feel the most “in their element” on the daily, and things they wish they had known as a teenager.

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