In this episode, I dig into a simple but uncomfortable question: how much of yourself are you willing to change just to be successful? Inspired by Dijon’s conversation with Zane Lowe, I explore the tension between authenticity and validation — how easy it is to shape-shift for the tribe, and how rare it is to build a life that bends around who you actually are. From the pitfalls of creating for approval to the hollowness of “manufactured realness,” I break down why the truest work is messy, p...
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In this episode, I dig into a simple but uncomfortable question: how much of yourself are you willing to change just to be successful? Inspired by Dijon’s conversation with Zane Lowe, I explore the tension between authenticity and validation — how easy it is to shape-shift for the tribe, and how rare it is to build a life that bends around who you actually are. From the pitfalls of creating for approval to the hollowness of “manufactured realness,” I break down why the truest work is messy, p...
#20 Mental Clarity, Deep Work and The Path to Creative Depth
The Sound Mind
52 minutes
1 year ago
#20 Mental Clarity, Deep Work and The Path to Creative Depth
In this episode we explore the essential elements of nurturing creativity and mental clarity for artists. We discuss the benefits of taking time off to reset your mind and the power of working less but diving deeper into your projects for more profound results. Learn how to set yourself up mentally for a creative headspace, drawing on techniques from the renowned "Artist’s Way" program. We also address common struggles such as impatience and envy, offering strategies to focus more on wh...
The Sound Mind
In this episode, I dig into a simple but uncomfortable question: how much of yourself are you willing to change just to be successful? Inspired by Dijon’s conversation with Zane Lowe, I explore the tension between authenticity and validation — how easy it is to shape-shift for the tribe, and how rare it is to build a life that bends around who you actually are. From the pitfalls of creating for approval to the hollowness of “manufactured realness,” I break down why the truest work is messy, p...
