Calm and Creative Podcast

To grab Volta's free guide to 5 Easy Exercises for Creative Relaxation, visit: https://www.colorsnack.com/calm To join the free and private Calm and Creative Community, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/804189398089705/

Take-aways from the episode:

• [00:02:09] Overcoming Challenges:
  • Sara shares challenges from art school to balancing family life.
  • Advice on defining 'bare minimum' and self-care to avoid burnout.
• [00:05:24] Rediscovering Creativity:
  • Tips for reigniting creative spark by exploring different mediums.
  • Significance of self-care activities like painting pottery, pickleball.
• [00:07:12] Self-Care and Routine:
  • Emphasis on skincare as self-love.
  • Role of personal care routines in creative mindset maintenance.
• [00:09:20] Finding Time for Creativity:
  • Importance of scheduling 'play time' for productivity.
  • Personal experiences of fitting creativity into a busy schedule.
• [00:19:01] Sara's Podcast - "I Like Art":
  • Introduction to Sara's podcast about art in everyday life.
  • Encouraging creative pursuits regardless of professional background.
• [00:21:27] Final Thoughts and Resources:
  • Information about Sara's studio tour and contact details.
  • Introduction to Sara's newsletter 'Sending Flowers'.

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• Personal Meditation Journey
  • Volta discusses her decade-long meditation practice and its initial challenges.
  • Acknowledges the struggle with quieting the mind, especially with anxiety.
• Evolution of Watercolor Meditation
  • Inspiration from painting an Enso Circle, combining breath with brush strokes.
  • Highlights the meditative state achieved through creative engagement.
• Benefits of Visual Meditation
  • Discusses brain science and the impact of creative activities on stress levels.
  • Encourages using visual meditation as an alternative to traditional practices.
• Workshop Experiences and Outcomes
  • Shares experiences from leading workshops for corporate clients and communities.
  • Highlights the calming effects of repetitive mark-making and visual focus.

Tune into a heartwarming conversation with artist Ana Sneeringer, as she unveils how art can be a powerful ally in your journey towards self-confidence and inner power. Get inspired by Ana's personal story and her transformative use of art to stand firm in her own power.

To grab Volta's free guide to 5 Easy Exercises for Creative Relaxation, visit: https://www.colorsnack.com/calm To join the free and private Calm and Creative Community, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/804189398089705/

Key Takeaways:

• Ana's cross-cultural experiences shaped her exploration of personal power through art.
• Overcoming self-doubt is a common theme for artists at any stage, with art serving as a medium for growth and self-acceptance.
• Engaging in creative activities can be a profound practice in building resilience and self-esteem.
• The process of creating art can offer a sense of unity and empowerment that transcends the canvas and nourishes life itself.

To grab Volta's free guide to 5 Easy Exercises for Creative Relaxation, visit: https://www.colorsnack.com/calm To join the free and private Calm and Creative Community, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/804189398089705/

In today's conversation, Juliana delves into several intriguing topics, providing valuable takeaways for listeners of all backgrounds:

• Discover how Juliana maintains a stable routine amidst the challenges of travel and shifting environments.
• Explore the world of improvisation as Juliana reveals how her improv classes serve as both an artist's date and a form of self-care.
• Gain a deeper understanding of self-care and its dual nature – as both a treat and a discipline – and how it plays a vital role in Juliana's life.
• Learn about the transformative power of music and how Juliana uses it as a channel for her creative energy and emotional well-being.
• Dive into Juliana's perspective on dealing with failure, and glean valuable insights into how she navigates setbacks on her creative journey.

Hi Sweet friends!

Welcome to Snacks, Art & Affirmations, a podcast for artists and creative entrepreneurs.

On this podcast we’ll dive into all things mindset as they relate to our creative journey. We’ll explore different tools & tips that can help us cultivate a more resilient and positive perspective on life.

I’m Volta, I’m a watercolor & animation artist & the founder of Color Snack Creative Studio.

And I’m so happy that you’re here!

This is an intro episode where I go over the reason for starting a podcast and what to expect.

Thank you for listening

xoxo, Volta