Wildly Creative Life with Brooke Schultz

https://heartful.brookebschultz.com HEARTFUL is a free digital magazine for family photographers that highlights images with soul. by photographers interested in telling honest stories that are deeper than pretty. Get inspired to make your best imagery yet. Submit your work! https://heartful.brookebschultz.com/contact   Family photography has traditionally been the lowest rung on the photography l...

If you work with clients who commission creations from you, this episode is a must listen. Learn how managing expectations is actually doing all of us a disservice, how managing expectations is getting lost in the weeds and what we need to do instead to create true innovation, plus the one assumption to change if you want to be more inspired by your own work while working for clients.  Mentions: h...

Our insecurities, weirdness, quirks, and things we're embarrassed of are our secret powers! I've taken some time to reflect on things I'm embarrassed about in my own life and realize how they've informed the unique offerings I'm able to put out in the world.   

Comparison offers us a lot of gifts, it calibrates our minds to what is possible and can be used to expand our vision. In today's episode, we are tackling 7 angles of comparison and what to do in these scenarios! Is it always the thief of joy? Find out! Plus, tune in so you can find out how to get a FREE pep talk from me for your business and any area you'd like clarity, advice, and feedback! Stay...

In today's episode, we chat all about regression, plus the less rigid approach on daily habits. Top 6 Takeaways: 1) when you feel you've regressed, it might not be a regression at all but a recalibration to your truest values. 2) the more all-or-nothing thinking we have, the more likely it is we'll go to 'nothing' - the surest way to kill any momentum. 3) believe your best creative work is yet to...

Anyone who has a recognizable style is just really good at making decisions and zeroing in on what they like and want. The people who grow the fastest seem to like the least amount of stuff! A vision is a series of decisions--knowing what it IS is just as important as what it ISN'T. Mentions: Episode 77: the indecisiveness cure https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-77-the-indecisiveness-cure/id...

Sharing your work can be fun, or it can be drudgery. Where do you want your creations to live, and how do you want people to experience them? Whether you want more outlets for your work to grow your creative biz or simply as a next step in your creative journey, this episode's gonna help you think about sharing your work in a whole new way.

In this episode, we're gonna dive deeper and hack the WAY you interact with creative work to skyrocket your creativity and effectiveness in honing in on your style and creating what you see in your head. Tune in for inspiration and tips to start putting into practice TODAY on consuming as a creator.

Have you ever heard the saying 'you are what you eat?' the same goes for what we consume creatively. Whatever you consume gets mashed up into this hodge podge beautiful mess that you then mold and shape into creative work that's completely your own. In this episode you'll learn: -how to curate the ultimate creative diet specific to YOU -how to clean up your current consumption habits in virtual an...

What do you get when you hold things lightly? Dangerous freedom! You have a bias toward action and GOING for it when you're not so worried about the outcome--even when it's "serious". Mentions: 6 Hacks for Skyrocketing Creativity (Even If You're Super Busy): brookebschultz.com/get-creating/ What To Wear for Family Photos at Home: brookeschultzphotography.com/join/

In today's episode - the top 10 books to increase your creativity that you've never heard of and we ARE going to do them countdown style so you'll get to stay tuned for the #1 book I recommend to increase your creativity!

When we buy something, create something, or want to create something what we really want is transformation. In this episode: -how the purchases we make are actually our desired transformations -how to sell your transformative experience to your clients without overdoing it -committing to creating transformative experiences (not transactional ones) and the difference between the two -creating your...

Do you ever feel gross when trying to sell a product or service? You're not alone. But putting your creation out in the world isn't pulling the wool over someone's eyes, it's not tricking them, it's providing them a unique opportunity! Get your mindset right and realize what you offer as a creator is life-changing even if it's not dramatic. Mentions: https://brookebschultz.com/

We're swimming in more images than ever before these days. So does professional family photography even matter? I mean, why not set up a tripod? Now, anyone who's tried to do that knows its not as easy as it sounds ;) --but just for argument's sake let's say it's possible. You certainly can get great photos of your kids without a pro photographer. So do we need family photo sessions + family photo...

People pleasing will kill all of your wildest dreams before they even have any chance and you'll make everyone involved miserable in the process. Whether you want to make history with a crazy idea or just want to have clients who love what you do, people pleasing will block out your best creative efforts in business and art. In this episode: -the difference between people pleasing and collaboratio...

Welcome to this episode where I'm gonna spill the details on the terrifying beginning dance class I went to and what happened next. How you can use this terrifying experience of mine to propel you forward in whatever you're working on in your creativity! Mentions: https://brookebschultz.com/ Range by David Epstein

I wanted to share some of my fave books, quotes, and a few writing pieces of my own about the creative process... to just give a little nourishment to your weary soul. Leaving you to feel inspired to take on the day ahead!

In today's episode, I'm chatting with Monica Packer, from the About Progress Podcast, on how busy women must do habits differently! She shares practical tips for busy women to take what you learn and put it into action. Mentions: https://www.aboutprogress.com/habitclass

Are you overthinking everything in your business? Being an entrepreneur requires a willingness to RISK. Today, I'm sharing a practical exercise to empower you to stop overthinking NOW & step into your unique magic! Learn more: https://brookebschultz.com/

If you love the idea of a retreat but need to do it yourself for budget or because you just want time and space to yourself to rejuvenate + reconnect to your creative self, this episode will give you the raw ingredients for a successful retreat + loads of ideas for a memorable experience. Apply for the Retreat with Brooke + Kaley https://brookebschultz.com/lovesoakedxkaley

WHY should you bother to make things? If it doesn't make any money, have an audience, or save the world, isn't it just a waste of time? "Unused creativity is not benign. It metastasizes. It turns into grief, rage, judgement, sorrow, shame." "There's no such thing as creative people, and non-creative people. There are only people who use their creativity and people who don't. Unused creativity does...

If you think making something from a tough problem or heavy experience is going to make that thing worse OR make it even more of a problem in your life, the opposite is true! Today I am sharing two paths to process your toughest problems. Connect on IG @brookebschultz Learn more: 6 Hacks for Skyrocketing your Creativity - https://brookebschultz.com/get-creating Find your Style Masterclass - https:...

Most creativity + productivity advice just DOES NOT WORK if you are the main caregiver to your kids. If you're a mom, I'm sharing how I rewrite the narrative we've been told from "experts" and how to apply it with an unpredictable "routine". Show notes:
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We are humans! We don't have to have it all figured out! I've gotten beautiful biz/creativity advice from those not far along in their journey at all. It's a gift to be a rookie and it's a gift to be an expert, the collision of the two is special, so when you have expertise in something, being a rookie at something else is fertile ground for good ideas.

Everything we have and enjoy was created in a human mind first. The tech we're connected thru. The phone. Your fave book that changed your life. The best award winning movies, your fave shirt. You're interacting with other people's creations all day every day and it makes our lives SO rich and meaningful. Today I am sharing some encouraging words to help get your creative juices flowing as well as...