“The quality of our life is defined by what we pay attention to.” This isn’t just a quote — it’s a practice.
In this episode, I share two deeply personal stories that taught me how powerful it is to shift the narrative. When I stopped identifying with my trauma and started seeing my resilience, everything changed.
You’ll hear about:
✨ A relationship rupture that shook my identity
🌀 How trauma lives in the body — and what it took to release it
🔥 The moment I surrendered the story of victimhood and stepped into healing
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a painful narrative, this episode is for you.
Let’s talk about how changing your perspective can help you let go, grow, and reclaim your story.
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Ready to design your dream life and build a soul-aligned business that actually nourishes you, not burns you out? It all begins with understanding your natural energy and practicing self-leadership. Make the strategic decision to do small changes that actually spark that joy back into your business.
In this video, I share with you 7 real wellness tips I have gathered through years of being a creative entrepreneur. And I don’t mean yoga retreats or big “finding yourself” trips to the tropics. I am talking about small daily habits that will make a huge difference in your overall well-being in the long run.
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Are you worried AI might take your creative job? Nathaniel Whittemore—a tech entrepreneur, strategist, and early AI pioneer—believes the opposite is true. In his words, “AI is a set of tools that can 100x what you can do as an individual.”
In this powerful conversation, Nathaniel breaks down:- How AI can enhance creativity rather than replace it- Why now is a golden moment for creators who adapt- His personal journey from startup founder to AI thought leader- How using AI will help multiplying creative Potential, Not Destroy It
Whether you’re a writer, designer, marketer, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insight on how to stay ahead of the curve—and thrive creatively in the age of AI.Learn more about Nathaniel: (@nlw on all platforms) and his Generative AI company SuperIntelligent https://besuper.ai/home --
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Do you feel overwhelmed with your entrepreneurial journey? Have you really looked into what type of clients you're attracting? For many years, I worked with clients that saw my services as an expense, and would not value if I overdelivered or the experience I created. I felt burnt out and undervalued.
But then I decided to raise my prices, to work on attracting the right type of client. Someone who would see what I brought to the table as an investment, not as an expense. I changed and improved my systems. And now, years later, I can tell that even if I take on less clients, I make more money than before. I am the owner of my own time and can really say that I feel freedom.
✨ Ready to design your dream life and build a business that lets you actually live? I'm Brooke Estin — former Silicon Valley strategist turned 6-figure founder. I help ambitious women and creatives create purpose-driven businesses aligned with their values, vision, and joy.🌍
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Welcome to the Art of Lost and Found!
06:31 I felt misaligned and completely disconnected
09:23 How everything was out of control
12:12 How I work smarter, not harder
16:47 Integrity and Freedom
20:00 Shifting the focus, brought the right time of client
Kevin Whelan, known my many as the 'mayor of Sevilla,' shares his unique perspective on creativity, life design, and making dreams real. He discusses his journey of self-discovery and finding his talents through experiences like Burning Man and his own community driven "Glitterman" project.
Throughout the conversation, Kevin emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing one's core talents and using them to connect with and support others. He highlights the significance of generosity, both in terms of time and resources, and the impact it can have on building strong communities.
Kevin shares his own journey of finding his passion and building projects that align with his values. He emphasizes the importance of financial security, finding motivation in challenges, and creating meaningful connections with others.
While we explore the philosophy behind what makes a good life, Kevin emphasizes the need for action and taking steps towards what brings joy and fulfillment. He encourages others to design their lives based on their values and desired experiences.
You can find more information about Kevin here:
And of course, send him an email atkevinfwhalen (at) gmail (dot) com.
Join me in welcome Indigenous Yogi Malina Dawn as she shares her story about how designing her website led to a multi-year journey of self-discovery, creativity, and the intersection of artistry, ancestral healing, and the complexities of creative entrepreneurship.
The process of creating a website becomes a metaphor for confronting inner struggles and finding clarity in one's purpose and offerings. The conversation delves into the transformative journey of creating a website and the emotional, spiritual, and financial aspects of this process.
We explores themes of clarity, power, alignment, and the creative possibilities of problem-solving. We even go into the sensitive topic of pricing and the balance between receiving financial abundance and making wellness accessible to all.
You can find more information about Malina here:
In this mini solo episode of The Art of Lost and Found Podcast, I share how I grew my income by taking on 45% less clients.
I'll share my own experience and insights on the importance of choosing the right clients (and saying no to the wrong ones), recognizing when it’s time to make strategic shifts in your clientele, and how creating systems and automating certain processes can make everything flow with more ease, less time and stress. I open up about my own experiences of moving from low-paying clients to those who truly value quality and are ready to invest in their own growth. And most importantly, I talk about how crucial it is to design a business model that aligns with your core values and allows you to serve your clients in a meaningful way.
Key Takeaways
Many people prioritize branding prematurely. Client selection is crucial for business success. Raising prices without changing clientele can lead to issues. Working with clients who value your work is essential. Automation can liberate time and reduce overwhelm. Streamlining processes can lead to increased income with fewer clients. Investing in tools can enhance efficiency and professionalism. Understanding the value of your services helps in client relationships. Intentional business model design is key to avoiding burnout. Listening to intuition aids in making better client choices.Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Art of Lost and Found
01:08 The Importance of Client Selection
05:51 Shifting Clientele for Better Returns
10:40 Streamlining Processes and Automation
14:27 Transformational Shifts in Business Strategy
18:42 Intentional Business Model Design
Keywords
branding, client selection, business strategy, automation, entrepreneurship, design, project management, client relationships, service providers, creative business
In this episode, we deep dive with Shawn Parell, a therapist, yoga + meditation teacher, and creative practitioner, about the process of reclaiming and embodying one's creativity.
We explore the challenges of separating from one's creative self and the importance of reconnecting with it for a more authentic and fulfilling life. We get into the concept of self-abandonment and the fear of judgment that often holds people back from expressing their creativity as well as the value of practice and the evolution of one's creative journey.
Our conversation touches on topics such as vulnerability, worthiness, and the intersection of inner and outer work in creative entrepreneurship.
Shawn shares her personal journey of integrating her various passions and finding her authentic expression and we touch on the therapeutic aspect of creativity and the power of growth and transformation.
You can learn more about Shawn's work on her website here: https://www.shawnparell.com/
If you like her brand and website, learn more about creating your own here: https://iknowagal.co/
Key Takeaways
Separating from one's creative self can lead to feelings of self-abandonment and a disconnection from one's authentic expression.
Reclaiming and embodying one's creativity is a healing process that requires courage and vulnerability.
Practice is essential for cultivating authenticity and connecting with one's creative self.
The fear of judgment and unworthiness often holds people back from expressing their creativity.
Creative entrepreneurship requires both inner work and the development of practical skills.
The journey of creativity is an ongoing process of evolution and self-discovery. The creative process requires different roles at different stages, such as the artist, the editor, and the promoter.
Permission, trust, and vulnerability are essential in the creative journey.
Integrating various passions and finding authentic expression is a personal and evolving process.
Creativity can be a therapeutic and transformative act.
Support and collaboration are crucial in the creative process.
Quotes
"A creative reclamation process really is a healing process."
"We all have that fear of abandonment. It means that we're trying to avoid being kicked out of the tribe, which was certain death in ancient times."
"Authenticity is about a daily practice of embracing who we are and letting go of who we think we should be."
"Opportunity favors the prepared."
"Recognizing we are not responsible for creating everything."
"Enlightenment is an accident, but practice helps you be more accident prone."
Chapters
Introduction and Background Childhood Creativity and the Process of Separation The Tension Between Social Expectations and Authentic Expression Self-Abandonment and the Healing Process The Fear of Judgment and the Importance of Authenticity Creative Entrepreneurship: Inner Work and Practical Skills The Evolution of Creativity: A Journey of Self-Discovery The Essence of Truth in Visualization The Process of Integration and Expansion A Comprehensive and Holistic Engagement Trusting the Spark of Inspiration The Roles in the Creative Process Giving Permission to Your Younger Self The Healing and Transformative Power of Creativity The Importance of Support and CollaborationKeywords creativity, therapy, self-abandonment, authenticity, practice, vulnerability, worthiness, creative journey, creative entrepreneurship, creative process, support, collaboration, creative flow, roles, permission, trust, vulnerability, integration, authentic expression, therapeutic, growth, transformation
Use Neuroscience To Create Your Future Self with Dr. Alice Penn
In this transformative episode, I dive in with Dr. Alice Penn, a distinguished executive and career coach who has navigated a fascinating journey from being a medical doctor in London to a career in corporate finance and ultimately, coaching. Alice shares her compelling story of personal and professional transformation, offering valuable insights into overcoming mental health challenges, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs.
In this episode, we delve into the pivotal moments that led to her career changes and her innovative coaching techniques that blend neuroscience with creativity. Our discussion also emphasizes the critical role of creativity and imagination in personal transformation and professional success. Tune in to discover how Alice harnesses the power of neuroscience and creativity to help high-achieving professionals break free from disillusionment and achieve a purpose-driven life.
Episode Highlights
Alice’s Professional Journey: Transition from medical doctor to corporate finance and coaching, driven by the desire to reach her true potential.
Mental Health and Personal Struggles: Alice’s battles with perfectionism and limiting beliefs, leading to burnout and a re-evaluation of her career path.
Neuroscience-Based Coaching: The importance of addressing root causes and how neurological patterns influence behaviors and thoughts.
Creativity and Healing: The role of creative activities in Alice’s recovery and their importance in her coaching methods.
Visualization Techniques: Using imagination to envision a better future and align with one’s true identity.
Client Success Stories: Examples of how Alice’s methods have transformed the lives and careers of her clients.
Mindset and Belief: The impact of mindset on physical and mental well-being, supported by research and personal anecdotes.
This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative power of creativity, neuroscience, and intentional effort in overcoming personal and professional challenges. Join us as we explore the journey to fulfillment and the continuous process of personal growth.
To learn more about Dr. Alice Penn and her work, visit her website at alicepennmd.com.
Keywords:
Dr. Alice Penn, Executive coaching, Career transformation, Neuroscience coaching, Personal growth, Overcoming perfectionism, Mental health in professionals, Creativity in coaching, Limiting beliefs, Professional success tips, Visualization techniques, Mindset and belief shifts, Burnout recovery, Personal fulfillment, Career change stories, High-achiever coaching, Neuroscience and creativity, Intentional personal growth, Purpose-driven career, Personal transformation stories, Brand Builders Group, Business coaching, Creativity, Creative business,
Rachel Rossitto is a coach, guide, and facilitator who has dedicated her life to supporting women in deepening awakening and empowering their Feminine Spirit using ancient wisdom, daily sacred rituals, and embodiment practices, many of which have been informed by her experience as a Birth Doula and as an Integrative Health Coach.
Her approach is deeply transformative and rooted in a profound understanding of the sacred feminine energy. I know this first hand because I’ve been involved with Rachel and her work for several years now, dancing effortlessly between being a student of hers and her being a client of mine.
In our conversation today, Rachel and I delve into the themes of feminine energy, creativity, and the often messy process of creation. Rachel shares her passion for serving women and helping them connect with their sacred feminine energy with the support, NOT banishment, of the sacred masculine.
Her perspective expresses the importance of embracing the totality of who we are and the healing power of walking in our truth.
We'll also explore creativity as a way of being and the value of staying grounded in our practice. Rachel's personal journey through the messy parts of life and the transformative power of meditation offer profound insights into the human experience.
We get into altars, the intersection of creativity and business, and the dance between discipline and devotion. We'll also delve into her experience as a creative entrepreneur, and what it means to be a vessel for her work in this world.
Topic Areas
Embracing the Sacred Feminine: Healing and Empowerment
Creativity as a Way of Being: Embracing the Messy ProcessThe Power of Altars and CreativityBridging the Gap: Discipline and Devotion in BusinessThe Language of Reflection and MirroringJourney of Being a Vessel for the Divine Connect With RachelIn this episode, I discuss the concept of the "Upper Limit Problem" or better known as the Fear of Success. We explore the fears that arise when you are outgrowing the life you currently have. This fear is deeply rooted in a fear of change and a lack of self-worth, one must explore this fear and build a new relationship with it in order to achieve success and fulfillment. We go into practical tips for overcoming the upper limit problem so that you can move closer to the life you actually desire.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:42 The Upper Limit Problem
04:23 Fear of Success is Fear of Change
06:25 Grieving the Loss of Familiarity
07:24 Self-Sabotage and Unworthiness
10:29 Overcoming the Upper Limit Problem
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In this episode of The Art of Lost and Found we explore the crucial yet delicate balance between generosity and profitability for creative entrepreneurs. We delve into the challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs in maintaining a sustainable business model while staying in alignment with their values.
We start with an exploration of boundaries, then move into stories with practical insights, including a client's journey toward balancing accessibility with financial sustainability in her healing practice.
We get into self-worth and values and how they relate to setting boundaries that honor both generosity and financial stability.
Finally, we briefly discuss intentional financial strategies, like cash flow management and the diversification of revenue streams to ensure long-term sustainability.
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Today on the podcast, we welcome author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Adam Vibe Gunton. Adam is the founder of Recovered On Purpose, and he's the author of the book From Chains to Saved.
Through his book, TED talk and online presence, his story of addiction and recovery has reached millions of people worldwide. With an entrepreneurial sales and marketing background, Adam broke sales records in two door-to-door industries and built a multimillion-dollar B2C marketing company with a team of 23 employees in three states.
Now, as the founder and executive director of Recovered On Purpose, Adam lives by the affirmation, “I am the example of what is possible for an addict when they recover.” Adam shares how he started as a joyful young boy with straight A's and a promising athletic career before experiencing the depths of addiction, surviving an overdose that nearly took his life, and then finding his path to recovery.
He shares a profound spiritual experience that solidified his faith and connected him with a larger vision for his life that led him to create his nonprofit, Recovered on Purpose, which now helps millions of people around the globe who struggle with addiction.
We spoke about a variety of related themes such as identity, self-trust, building community, and fully stepping into a purpose that is much bigger than just oneself.
You can find more about Adam's work here:
Non-Profit: https://recoveredonpurpose.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamvibegunton/
TED TALK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuvHBlyLTro&themeRefresh=1
Today, we welcome creative extraordinaire, Nadine Hanafi as she shares how she monetized her creativity using strategic visual design. She's an award-winning designer, creative entrepreneur, and founder of We Are Visual and Digital Brand Kit. Nadine believes that beautiful branding is not a vanity accessory. It's a growth catalyst. When you have beautiful strategic branding, showing up is not just easier, but it's more exciting. And that confident glowing energy that you get from having impeccable branding permeates through everything you do.
Nadine is a master of personal branding. She's known for her incredible digital business strategy capacity and her visual storytelling. Her work focuses on helping online experts package their knowledge and uniqueness into irresistible brands.
Nadine and I first met several years ago when we were both working for the personal brand strategy firm, Brand Builders Group, where she was leading creative direction.
What I loved most about this conversation was something that Nadine said towards the end. She said that one of the things that she wished that she had known earlier was that the growth of her business and her external success in the world was dependent on how much internal growth she had done. When your external success exceeds the work that you've done internally, you can't continue to grow and evolve.
So the fact that she would give herself advice about being more focused on internal wellbeing and personal growth and development, excavating the things that are keeping us small and amplifying the things that are magical and amazing about us, just endeared her that much more to me.
To follow more of Nadine's journey, head over to nadinehanafi.com or Nadine.Hanafi on Instagram.
If you're a coach, consultant or creator who is need of beautiful, fast and budget-friendly branding, then head over to Digital Brand Kit and use the code "CREATIVEAMPLIFIER" to get 10% off your purchase.
In today's quick solo episode, I share a story of how my biggest client taught me to work with my intuition. It's the story of how I came to work with a client who I helped take from $0 to $3 million and how I learned to distinguish my intuition from my fear, and then identify past triggers I was bringing to the current situation that were keeping me playing small.
Working with this multi-million dollar client helped me learn about my own intuition and how it can be harnessed to make better decisions in both my personal and professional life. It helped me better understand the space "where the woo meets the work".
We explore the importance of translating intuition into action and creating structures that support intuitive decision-making.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: The Woo Meets the Work
01:40 Understanding Intuition
04:06 Listening to Intuition: A Personal Story
09:44 Deep Contemplation and Meditation
12:14 Translating Intuition into Action
19:43 Developing Intuition for Better Decision-Making
21:10 Practices for Connecting with Intuition
23:06 Protecting and Honoring Yourself
24:06 The Magic of Combining Woo and Work
Emily Lane is a futurist and founder of the Evolutionary Intelligence Academy. With a professional background in business, a near-death experience catapulted her into a 20-year quest for deeper meaning and purpose. Her journey led her to distill, explore, and apply some of the most leading-edge inner technologies of our world today. Emily works multi-dimensionally and she shares practical tools of evolutionary intelligence so that leaders and pioneers can solidify their clarity, purpose, and of course, their creative power.
Emily consults on the birth and direction of evolutionary projects, and she shared the stage with luminaries from academia, the World Bank, the United Nations, and World Economic Forum, among many others.
She's spoken in front of royalty, in front of governments, Silicon Valley executives, and thousands of pioneers around the world. She's been published by Mindful Leader and taught at the Omega Institute in New York. She was a founding partner of the groundbreaking Conscious Business World Summit and former host of the world's largest Mindfulness in Business Conference, Wisdom 2.0 in San Francisco.
All of her work is infused with uplifting activation energy and of course, her Irish sense of humor. This comes through quite a bit in the podcast. Our conversation focused on the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, leadership and personal development.
As woo or esoteric, as some of these ideas can feel at first, Emily is the master at making these concepts accessible, understandable, and actionable. In this conversation, she guides us through a step-by-step process to help us identify and connect with our inner guidance. This is part of what she calls connecting to evolutionary intelligence.
We do this so that we can access that power to make practical decisions in our life and our work. Stay tuned to the end where Emily introduces her six week program for evolutionary leaders, which I very much look forward to participating in myself starting January, 2024.
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https://www.evolutionaryintelligenceacademy.com/evolutionaryprofessional
Today, we welcome a creative powerhouse and true soul sister: Joanne "Jo" Garcia.
As a first-generation all-American girl raised by Filipino immigrants in the US, Jo is one of those rare breeds of creatives who's equal parts creative thinker and master executor. She's a creative who gets shit done.
While meeting Jo was a blessing, the circumstances of our meeting were heartbreaking. My dear friend Elaine battled breast cancer for four years before it took her life this time last year. During this time, Jo stepped into the most demanding role of her life - being the caretaker of our dying friend.
In this episode, we speak about Jo's creative journey, the love, loss, and redemption she has experienced, and how her creativity has been an essential part of her burnout recovery that she's used to reclaim her life in the wake of extreme loss.
This week's mini-episode is a dive into how I'm managing to counter the dip in energy and spirits that often occur during the fall-winter seasons.
For the next 21 days, I am committing to random acts of kindness as a way to cultivate my intentions of bringing in more love, abundance and freedom into my life. I share some of my own reflections on not meeting my own expectations and the disappointment that followed and why seeking perspective and recalibrating is essential during those lower moments.
In setting the intention to manifest more love, abundance, and freedom, I've decided to challenge myself to align my inner world with the tangible external world.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:37 The Decision to Do 21 Days of Random Acts of Kindness
03:00 Reflecting on Expectations and Disappointment
04:26 Seeking Perspective and Recalibrating
05:26 Setting Intentions for Love, Abundance, and Freedom
08:47 The 21-Day Kindness Challenge
10:14 Aligning Actions with Internal Cultivation
13:17 Opening Doors for Love, Abundance, and Freedom
14:37 Being Opportunistic with Acts of Kindness
15:35 Cultivating Energy of Love, Abundance, and Freedom
17:02 Commitment to 21 Days of Acts of Service
18:29 Invitation to Join the Challenge
Today, I’m diving into website templates and how to confidently choose and customize one so you feel clear and confident moving forward.
Be sure to stay all the way through the end where I’ll share my favorite website template partners and a 15-20% off your website. And if you listen to this before Black Friday, then you’ll be able to get up to 40% off.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your business journey, this podcast will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create a website that reflects your unique brand and effectively serves your target audience.
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In today’s episode, I continue my conversation with Rudy Hexter. Rudy is a man of many talents. He’s a builder of homes that are designed to facilitate thriving as well as a teacher of Qigong and the Life Mandala Training.
In our last episode, we talked about finding stability and community in the face of isolation and how inner exploration and spiritual practices provide the spark and fuel for daily life. Today, we explore how this is expressed in the tangible world.
After a near-death experience from a motorcycle accident, Rudy had to radically alter his day-to-day life and set aside his self-reliance in order to accept the love and generosity his community offered. With fresh insights and a strong calling, he joined us my signature program, Aligned x Design, where he called in the support he needed, right when he needed it, to intentionally shape his path forward.
Join us as we explore resilience and hope in the face of adversity.
You can learn more about Rudy here: