Creative Imperfections

As we stand on the edge of a new year, there’s a lot of noise. New goals... New plans... New versions of yourself you’re expected to become overnight. But before you add anything else to your plate… I want to ask you something different. What if the most powerful way to enter the new year is by carrying less?

If you’re listening to this at the end of the year and feeling that familiar tightness in your chest… that little voice whispering, “I should’ve done more,” or “This year didn’t go the way I planned,” or “I’m behind”… I want you to hear this clearly: You did not waste the year.

As creatives, we build a picture in our minds of who we’re supposed to be, what our career is supposed to look like, what success is supposed to feel like, and who we thought we’d become by a certain age. We cling to that picture like it’s the script we aren’t allowed to deviate from. And then life happens. We change. The world shifts under our feet. And suddenly the story we were so sure about… i...

There's this feeling that sneaks up on creatives at the end of the year: the sense that you're behind. Behind on your goals. Behind on your dreams. Behind on what you said you'd do, who you said you'd be, and where you thought you'd end up by now. But... you are not behind. You are becoming. 

There’s a certain kind of rejection that creatives know too well. And it’s not the obvious kind like the email that flat-out says no. No, the harder rejection is the silent kind. The kind where you put your work out into the world and hear… nothing. 

There’s a funny thing creatives do. We love beginnings. Beginnings feel shiny. They’re sparkly little daydreams dressed up as productivity. But endings? Endings don’t whisper. Endings stare you down. Endings demand presence and patience and a level of commitment that makes most creative brains immediately look for the nearest exit. 

There’s this myth that January has magic powers. “January Me” is somehow going to be more disciplined, more organized, more motivated, even though Current Me is ignoring everything I said I wanted. That’s not how it works. January doesn’t change you. New Year’s Day doesn’t come with a new personality download. If you’re avoiding your dreams in December, you’re probably going to avoid them in Janua...

You didn’t choose struggle for the sake of suffering, you chose possibility instead of predictability. Let's be honest - creatives are the only people who will leave a 9-to-5 job, a steady paycheck, and a sense of security… to chase rejection, feast on uncertainty, and call it “living the dream.” 

As we close in on the end of the year, I want to discuss what most creatives are feeling... the final push... and ultimate burnout. But what if it's not burnout? What if it's leading to your next breakthrough? 

This week my little ones are back to share their opinions on what adults need more of, if they play enough, and how to plan the perfect adult playdate! Don't miss this one!! 

In this week's episode of Creative Imperfections, my Little Voices are back! And this time they are sharing with the world all above their love for Pokeman (echo included!) and believing that you are capable of anything. Make sure you get to the 1:35 mark for a little laugh. 

The "small" stuff is what leads up to the big stuff. Most creatives don't celebrate the little wins, they move the bar and never celebrate getting to each milestone. Let's shift the gears and celebrate today! Share your wins with me. 

What do you do when you feel certain feelings? My little voices are back in a new episode of "Creative Imperfections" to talk about all the feelings! Take a listen to their words of wisdoms. Who knows... maybe you just need a squishy pancake, too. ;)

You may not believe it (yet), but you are not late, you are not behind, you are on your own timeline. Let's honor that today! 

Contrary to your own belief... you are NOT lazy. I mean, you could be, but most likely, you're not. It's tough for Creatives to be lazy. So what is it then? Take a listen and hear my thoughts on what's really behind feeling "lazy". 

Today's episode of Creative Imperfections brings back the Little Voices with more Big Truths on Dreaming BIG. Take a listen and get inspired by the littlest authentically unfiltered voices who still know how to dream! 

This week is extra special with my two tiny guests sharing their words of encouragement to help you believe in yourself! My special guests (my kids) will be on from time to time in this special series we call "Little Voices, Big Truths". I hope you enjoy this imperfectly perfect piece of my world! 

This one hits home on many levels - not only for creatives but humans as a whole. In today's episode of Creative Imperfections, I have a story to share with you that changed my way of looking at the obstacles, interruptions, and collisions in my life and work. My challenge to you after you listen to this is to pause and ask yourself: Is this an empty boat? 

In today's episode, I'll show you a NEW twist on an old classic. A new way to play Jenga with your time and energy to better suit your needs. It's time to build the life you don't need a vacation from! 

This week, let's talk about perfectionism! Depending on which way you look at it... Perfectionism is Fear in Disguise... and sometimes Perfectionism is Procrastination in a Tux. 

Contrary to popular inner dialogue... your voice IS enough!

Today we tackle the topic of Creative Burnout and life that you're falling behind. 

Let's talk about the Imperfect Magic of simply Showing Up. 

This is what Creative Imperfections is all about: Welcome to the Messy Magic! Everyone is welcome here and I'm happy to share this safe space with you. 

We've all been here - the part of a project where we want to throw it all away and start over. I call this "The Crumpled Paper Phase". Let's navigate it together!