The Complete Creative

Ever wonder what it would feel like to wake up tomorrow already living your ideal life? In this episode of The Complete Creative, I guide you through a powerful visualization exercise designed to help you picture—and actually feel—what true balance and alignment look like.   We’ll explore: Why balance doesn’t mean “doing it all”—it means focusing on what matters most How to recognize what drains y...

Do you ever feel like your creativity just…vanished? Like every idea floated out the window and you’re staring down a creative block you can’t move past?   In this episode, Brie breaks down the myth of the creative block—and shares a refreshing perspective on what’s really going on when you feel stuck. Spoiler: it might not be a block at all. It might be an invitation.   Highlights: How to recogni...

If your creative spark has been feeling dim, the issue may not be time — it might be energy leaks. In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie walks you through her Energy Audit, a simple yet powerful practice for spotting where your energy is draining and how to shift it back into alignment.   You’ll explore five key life domains that impact your creative energy, uncover hidden leaks, and lear...

What if everything you’ve believed about imposter syndrome isn't true? In this episode, Brie Stockwell shares a spicy opinion: imposter syndrome isn’t real—and the discomfort you’re feeling?   In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “imposter syndrome” isn’t a syndrome at all The surprising origin of the term and how it spread A nature-based metaphor to understand creative discomfort What’s actually ha...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a flood of ideas, unsure which ones to act on—or afraid they’ll vanish if you don’t move fast enough? In this episode, Brie shares how she shifted from creative urgency to intentional flow, learning to honor ideas without letting them take over.   Brie walks through her personal system for capturing inspiration, why not all ideas deserve your energy, and how to de...

In this episode, Brie shares how the simple practice of gratitude can completely shift your energy—and your creative process. As she preps for a big move and heads out on vacation, she reflects on what it means to be in “the having” and how that mindset has helped her find clarity, calm, and joy in the middle of uncertainty.   This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is fine. It’...

What if a few simple words could completely shift how you approach your creative work? In this episode, success coach for creatives, Brie Stockwell, explores the power of mantras and how they can help anchor your practice with clarity and intention. She shares her personal morning mantra, “Something amazing is happening today,” and how it’s transformed her mindset—and her work.   You’ll hear how t...

In episode 5, Brie Stockwell shares a powerful practice for creatives: collecting evidence of your own success. Drawing from neuroscience and her own photography journey, Brie explains how retraining your brain to focus on what’s working can increase confidence, reduce self-doubt, and boost creative momentum. She shares why our brains are wired to focus on the negative, how to work with that wirin...

In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie Stockwell explores what it really takes to move from dreaming to doing. Whether it’s a passion project, a creative goal, or something deeply personal, you’ll learn how to stop overthinking, start taking action, and follow through—without letting perfectionism, fear, or overwhelm derail you.   In this episode, you’ll discover: Why so many creative idea...

Your life is more than just your creative work—it’s a whole garden, full of relationships, rest, movement, and growth. In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie Stockwell walks through what it means to tend to all the parts of your life with care and intention. You’ll discover how your body, your mindset, your routines, and even your downtime all contribute to the creative life you’re buildin...

In this episode of The Complete Creative, I (Brie!) share why walking isn’t just good for your body—it’s a powerhouse tool for your creative life. From problem-solving to inspiration and nervous system resets, I break down four types of intentional walks that help unlock clarity, spark new ideas, and calm your mind. Also, a little behind-the-scenes moment: this episode is a re-record. A technical...

Welcome to the very first public episode of The Complete Creative! I’m Brie Stockwell—creative coach, photographer, musician, adventurer, and mom—and this podcast is where we ditch perfection, embrace the messy middle, and learn to create satisfying, extraordinary lives on our own terms.   In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind launching this podcast (again), why I chose to re-record m...