The Creative Calm Podcast

Hello, lovely listeners! In today's episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, I'll be sharing my personal journey of navigating the winter season and the valuable lesson I've learned about embracing "cocoon mode." Join me as I discuss the significance of recognizing our bodies' need for rest, stillness, and rejuvenation, and how shifting our perspective from frustration t...

Hello and welcome to The Creative Calm Podcast, Episode 33. I'm your host, Denise Christenson Rae. In today's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by the incredible Scottie Durrett. As you might know, I'm passionate about helping you find success through rest, creativity, and play, and as a mom of four, I understand the challenges that come with balancing motherhood and personal...

Hello, beautiful souls! I'm Denise Christenson Rae, your host for today's episode of the CreativeCom podcast. I recently had the incredible opportunity to spend time with my 97-year-old relative and let me tell you, it was an experience that left me feeling inspired and uplifted. This amazing woman not only runs an antique store in Maine but also radiates joy, passion, and an unwavering...

Hey there, welcome back to The Creative Calm Podcast! In today's episode, I delve into the concept of breaking free from the imaginary box we often confine ourselves in. I share personal stories and insights to encourage you to embrace your authentic self, step outside your comfort zones, and live boldly.  Let's dive in and discover the joy of breaking free from self-imposed constraints...

Hey there, Creative Calm listeners! In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, I'm thrilled to have my dear friend Sarah Larsen join me to dive into the topic of finding an accountability partner for personal and professional growth. We'll be sharing our own experiences and discussing the transformative power of working with each other and offering the accountability that we each need...

Hey there, and welcome to The Creative Calm Podcast! This is the first installment of our Creator Spotlight. I'm thrilled to have you join us for this episode featuring Angeline Peterman, owner, creator, and educator of the brand Dots and Dust. Angeline is dedicated to helping people find their creative identities and channels her passion into teaching watercolor, modern calligraphy, and bibl...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, I dive into my beloved yearly tradition of selecting a guiding word for the year. I share my personal journey of choosing powerful words like surrender and create and how they impacted my life and creativity. I also reveal my word for 2024, "unleashed," and the significance of choosing a word that evokes both excitement and nervousness. I enc...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, I dive into the world of vision boards and how to make them a powerful tool in our lives. I'll share insights on the definition of vision boards, their versatility, and the process of creating them, whether in physical or digital form. I'll emphasize the importance of aligning the images and words on the board with our true desires and emotio...

Hello, and welcome to The Creative Calm Podcast. I'm your host, Denise Christenson Rae, and in this episode, we're going to dive into the transformative power of vision boards and manifestation. We'll discuss how vision boards serve as visual reminders to strengthen commitment, increase motivation, and provide clarity on goals and priorities.  So, join me as I guide you through the...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, host Denise Christenson Rae is joined by guest Leah Michelle to delve into the inevitability of life transitions and the power of embracing change through self-love, self-awareness, and mindset. They share insights on the importance of making mindful choices, finding joy in guilty pleasures, and exploring new activities as part of the self-discovery jo...

Hey there, and welcome to another episode of the Creative Com Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on the discomfort associated with embracing creativity, rest, and play in our everyday lives. I share the challenges my clients face in incorporating these essential aspects and delve into the reasons behind this discomfort. Throughout the episode, I provide valuable insights and encouragement...

Hey there, it's Denise Christensen Rae, and I'm thrilled to welcome you to Episode 23 of The Creative Calm Podcast. In this episode, I dive into the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones and embracing the discomfort that comes with personal growth. I share personal stories of facing fears and discomfort, from making life-changing decisions to pursuing my dreams and prioritizing...

Welcome to Episode 22 of the Creative Calm Podcast. Today, I shared my personal concept of intention time sheets, a flexible approach to time blocking that has helped me tackle overwhelming to-do lists and stay focused. Through these sheets, I've found a way to move past overwhelm, take control of my schedule, and motivate myself to accomplish small, meaningful steps towards my goals. If you&...

In this episode, we discuss embracing mistakes and the importance of perseverance. Progress, not perfection, is the key to growth. We all encounter obstacles, but it's how we navigate them that defines us. So let's keep failing forward, learning from our mistakes, and celebrating each other's dreams. xoxo, Denise Christenson Rae LET’S WORK TOGETHER: Free Offering Get a FREE meditati...

Did you know that memory keeping is a powerful act of gratitude? 📸✨ It's true! And in our latest episode of The CreativeCalms podcast, we dive deep into the connection between memory keeping and gratitude. Join me as I share my journey in memory keeping, from scrapbooking to digital tools like One Second Everyday.  xoxo, Denise Christenson Rae LET’S WORK TOGETHER: Live Offerings Elevate You...

In this episode, my guest Allison Cullen from You Do Woo and I dive deep into the world of Human Design, highlighting its transformative impact on both personal and professional aspects of life. Allison discusses how Human Design serves as an empowerment tool, akin to astrology and the ennegram, providing individuals with a blueprint of their energy type and how it interacts with others. Allison d...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, we discuss how our tendency to avoid small tasks and opt for comfort can hinder our future selves. I emphasize the importance of taking actions that will benefit our future selves and lead us towards our goals and dreams. Join us as we explore the concept of being kind to our future selves and making choices that propel us forward. Get ready for a shor...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, we delve into the power of artist dates and how they can help reduce stress and ignite our creative passions. I'm thrilled to share with you my personal experiences with artist dates and discuss the insightful concepts from Julia Cameron's influential book, "The Artist's Way." We'll explore practical tips, brainstorm fun a...

Welcome to a brand new episode of The Creative Calm Podcast! I'm your host, Denise Christensen Rea, a creative wellness coach who believes in infusing everyday life with zest and whimsy. In today's episode, we delve into the powerful practice of morning pages. If you haven't heard of them before, don't worry - we'll break it down for you. Morning pages are three pages of s...

Welcome to another episode of the Creative Calm Podcast! In today's episode, we dive deep into the topic of decluttering and how it can bring peace and energy to our lives and have a positive impact on our productivity. In this episode I emphasize the need for a nurturing and supportive physical environment and I provide practical tips for decluttering and creating visual peace. By clearing c...

In today's episode, we explore the concept of open loops and how they can create chaos in our minds. Inspired by the work of David Allen, author of "Getting Things Done," we discuss the challenges of having unfinished commitments and projects that constantly occupy our thoughts. It's like having too many tabs open in our browser, slowing down our productivity and energy. We exp...

In this episode of The Creative Calm Podcast, I dive deep into the concept of dabbling. I even go as far as calling myself a professional dabbler and proud of it!! Dabbling is defined as taking a slight and not very serious interest in a subject or trying a particular activity for a short period. While society often emphasizes the need to become experts in one or two areas, dabbling can be a fun a...

Welcome back to The Creative Calm Podcast! In this episode, I reflect on the significance of September as a fresh start and how it can act as a checkpoint for personal growth. I share my experience of feeling a newfound sense of confidence and ease as I approach this new school year. I discuss the concept of up-leveling and how I am able to see more clearly the transformations in my life over the...

Welcome to the Creative Calm Podcast, where we explore the transformative power of rest, creativity, and play in our daily lives. In this episode join us as we dive into the importance of embracing emotional lows and learn practical techniques to process and navigate them. xoxo, Denise Christenson Rae LET’S WORK TOGETHER: Live Offerings Elevate Your Energy: Stress Reduction & Creative Empowerm...

Welcome to the Creative Calm Podcast, where we explore the transformative power of rest, creativity, and play in our daily lives. In this episode, we tackle the common overwhelm many of us feel as we navigate the busy seasons of life. But fear not, I have a practical method of creativity that can be your lifesaver even in the midst of chaos. Join me as I introduce the concept of "creative mea...