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Rock That Creative Job
Jamie Roberts
99 episodes
3 days ago
Hey Creative! In this episode, we explore why losing hope during a career setback isn’t a moral failure — it’s a neurobiological response to stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. We'll break down: • what’s happening beneath the surface after a career setback • how dopamine dips can make the future feel foggy • how the brain often mistakes “unfamiliar” for “unsafe” • 3 science-based strategies to rebuild hope again! This episode offers science-backed tools to gently shift your brain ou...
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Hey Creative! In this episode, we explore why losing hope during a career setback isn’t a moral failure — it’s a neurobiological response to stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. We'll break down: • what’s happening beneath the surface after a career setback • how dopamine dips can make the future feel foggy • how the brain often mistakes “unfamiliar” for “unsafe” • 3 science-based strategies to rebuild hope again! This episode offers science-backed tools to gently shift your brain ou...
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Episodes (20/99)
Rock That Creative Job
Rebuilding Hope After a Career Disruption
Hey Creative! In this episode, we explore why losing hope during a career setback isn’t a moral failure — it’s a neurobiological response to stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. We'll break down: • what’s happening beneath the surface after a career setback • how dopamine dips can make the future feel foggy • how the brain often mistakes “unfamiliar” for “unsafe” • 3 science-based strategies to rebuild hope again! This episode offers science-backed tools to gently shift your brain ou...
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3 days ago
16 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
The Hidden Therapeutic Relief in Flow
In this special podcast episode, my guest Renata McElvany (Creativity Coach & Sr. Designer ) and I dive into the details of how flow state isn’t just a productivity booster—it’s a neurobiological reset button that allows the brain to shift into a restorative pattern that creates many hidden therapeutic benefits. Three key takeaways from this episode: How flow state reduces stress in real time and suppresses the brain’s threat circuits, creating a natural calming effect.Why flow is a power...
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1 week ago
44 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
The Science of Creative Job Loss Heartbreak
Grieving the loss of your professional experiences isn’t a weakness—it’s your nervous system trying to finish a story it hasn’t been allowed to tell. This is why losing a creative job, a client, a team, a title, or even the daily rhythm of creative work doesn’t just sting us emotionally—it rewires our brain’s chemistry. In this episode, we discuss what happens when the routines, recognition, and relationships that fuel your brain’s reward system suddenly vanish, and how unprocessed grie...
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2 weeks ago
21 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
When Your Creative Confidence is a Costume
Halloween is over—but are you still wearing a mask? Many creatives know the pressure to put on a confident face while hiding self-doubt, overwhelm, or neurodivergent traits. But behind the polished exterior, masking takes a big toll. Neuroscience shows that constantly suppressing your true self strains the brain, heightens stress, and can fuel imposter syndrome. In this episode, we explore the hidden costs of masking in creative work and how dropping the “costume” can unlock more authen...
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3 weeks ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
The Hidden Cost of Creative Loneliness
Behind the deadlines, design comps, and late-night edits, many creative professionals wrestle with something harder to admit: loneliness. Research shows isolation doesn’t just affect our mood—it rewires the brain, fueling self-doubt, stress, perfectionism, and eventually burnout. In this episode, we explore the neuroscience of loneliness, why it hits creatives so uniquely, and how connection can reignite both well-being and creative flow. You'll learn: Understand how loneliness impacts ...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
When Past Mistakes Haunt Your Creative Future
Do you ever catch yourself replaying old mistakes on a loop? That late-night overthinking about a client meeting, a missed opportunity, or a creative decision you wish you’d handled differently? Rumination often feels like problem-solving, but neuroscience shows it’s actually your brain stuck in a feedback trap that drains focus and blocks creativity. In this episode, we unpack the brain science behind rumination and share practical ways to break the cycle so you can stop dwelling on the past...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Finding Flow After a Creative Career Flatline
Feeling stuck in your creative career? You’re not alone. Stagnation and the fear of falling behind—especially with constant industry changes and new tools—can leave even the most skilled professionals doubting themselves. In this episode, we explore the neuroscience behind that “stuck” feeling, why your brain reacts with fear and paralysis, and how to rewire your mindset so you can move forward with confidence and find that flow again! You’ll learn how to: Understand the brain sci...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
When Rejections Just Keep Coming
For creatives, where work and identity are deeply intertwined, rejection can feel like a personal attack. But here’s the good news: you can train your brain to process rejection differently—so it fuels resilience instead of self-doubt. In this episode, we explore 5 neuroscience-backed strategies to handle rejection in your creative career without losing momentum, motivation, or your spark. From calming your nervous system to reframing feedback, you’ll learn: Why rejection feels so incredibly ...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Breaking the Shame Cycle in Creative
Shame is one of the biggest blocks creatives face—it silences our ideas, fuels our perfectionism, and keeps us from putting our best work out into the world. In this episode, we explore how shame takes hold in the minds of creatives and what neuroscience reveals about rewiring it. You’ll learn five practical, brain-based techniques to shift out of self-criticism and into creative flow, including how to reframe mistakes, practice micro-bravery, and build resilience through community. LET...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
5 Proven Techniques for Getting Unstuck
Every creative hits moments where the anxiety takes over, the ideas dry up, the motivation fades, or fear takes the wheel. In this episode, we'll dive into some very practical, science-backed methods designed to help you manage the anxiety, reset your mind, and protect your mental health. If you’ve been struggling to move forward on projects, promote your work, or feel confident in your day-to-day creative life, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to shift gears, reclaim your mom...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
What to Do When Fear is Blocking Creativity
Fear is one of the biggest invisible roadblocks in our creative careers—it clouds judgment, stalls decision-making, and makes self-promotion or bold ideas feel impossible. Plus, it just feels bad. 😖 In this episode, we explore the neuroscience and psychology behind fear’s grip on the creative brain. You’ll learn how fear hijacks your creativity, why stress hormones disrupt imagination, and what practical steps you can take to condition your body to automatically shift from survival mode back ...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Creative Burnout Relief With Hypnosis (w/ Special Guest: Garrett Wood, Clinical Hypnotherapist)
Your MacBook isn't the only thing that deserves the sleep setting. Join me in this special-guest episode as I talk with Garrett Wood, national board-certified wellness coach & clinical hypnotherapist. Garrett demystifies hypnosis and shares practical strategies for creative professionals seeking relief from burnout. Key takeaways include: • Why creatives often reach burnout states faster—especially when they feel disconnected from their community or workplace (or both!) • How our cr...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Breaking Free From Perfection Anxiety
You know what I’m talking about. Kerning and re-kerning. Editing, and re-editing. Feeling like you're never quite done... The pursuit of perfection can be a major creativity energizer, but the dangerous combination of excessively high standards and overly critical evaluation can lead to anxiety, depression, and procrastination that feeds the hungry imposter beast. In this episode where we'll discuss: • 3 clinically recognized forms of perfectionism, how and when they show up for creativ...
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3 months ago
30 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
The Danger of Feeling Unseen as a Creative
Solitude is great for creative work, but do you know when you're slipping from solitude into isolation? Your body certainly does. Neuroscience research shows that loneliness triggers a physical pain response in the brain, as well as a few other dangerous reactions that are especially detrimental for creatives. In this episode we'll discuss the specifics of solitude vs. isolation so you can learn how to tell when you're sliding into a potentially harmful situation AND I'll share the 3 ke...
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3 months ago
26 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
When Job Shifts Feel Like Loss of Identity
We've all experienced some sort of creative identity loss in our lives. These are usually initiated by a career transition, whether it's a job loss, a title promotion, a re-org, or even the acquisition of a new client or contract role. And since our creative identities drive our behaviors, a sudden change can create unwanted or unhealthy results. Join me in this informative and inspiring episode for more juicy mental health strategies & neuroscience insights, like: • Why this experi...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
3 Ways to Stop Your Comparison Spiral
Feeling discouraged every time you see great creative work, or a killer portfolio, or another I-just-got-hired career announcement? This episode will walk you through the neuroscience roots of social comparison, why this is extra destructive for creatives, and 3 actionable steps (plus the brain-science behind them!) you can take to avoid the spiral that is frequently contributing to our mental health struggles as creative professionals. Listen in and gain the emotional strength you need...
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4 months ago
24 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
When Your Creative Courage Disappears
Hey Creatives! We are kicking Season 3 off this week (woo-hoo!) with our first LIVE Creative Energy Collective support sessions that are focused on a killer mental health topic: CREATIVE COURAGE We'll talk about how our courage can disappear, and the strategies to use our eternal desire to create as the life-force energy behind our courage—even when we feel like worn out, lifeless husks in desperate need of rejuvenation. A few additional questions to ponder as you think about your own c...
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4 months ago
15 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Season 3: TRAILER
Welcome back, Creatives! Season 3 is finally here! 🤩 And it's time to prioritize your professional mental health. Here's a quick 90 second trailer so you'll know what you can expect from the Rock That Creative Job Podcast this time around. Click subscribe because it's gonna be LIT, y'all. 🔥 Want LIVE support? Join the Creative Energy Collective at rockthatcreativejob.com Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast e...
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4 months ago
1 minute

Rock That Creative Job
Your Creative Career Future in 2025
Hey Creatives! Join me for this special BONUS episode as we discuss the future of your creative career, and close out Season 2 of the podcast with this 80th episode! In this episode, I'll outline some of the core creative career struggles, skillsets, education, and technologies we should all keep on the radar, so we can continue to build the resiliency and confidence we need to handle these current and future obstacles in a healthier, more productive way. I'll also share the 5 c...
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11 months ago
18 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
How to Steer Your Creative Career
Whether you’re on an in-house or agency team, knowing how to successfully steer your creative career is a skillset we ALL need to master! Join me in this incredibly informative episode where I chat with Head of HR, Kelsey Miller, about how to align your strengths (and your current life-chapter!) with the company you’re currently in to build the best creative professional future for yourself. We’ll talk specifically about how to make the most out of your current role to create a solid portfoli...
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11 months ago
35 minutes

Rock That Creative Job
Hey Creative! In this episode, we explore why losing hope during a career setback isn’t a moral failure — it’s a neurobiological response to stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. We'll break down: • what’s happening beneath the surface after a career setback • how dopamine dips can make the future feel foggy • how the brain often mistakes “unfamiliar” for “unsafe” • 3 science-based strategies to rebuild hope again! This episode offers science-backed tools to gently shift your brain ou...