Positivity during difficult times
06/25/23 • 65 min
In this episode we delve into the topic of positivity, after a listener asked if we would consider changing the podcast title to something more ‘positive’. Julie and Phoebe chat about their thoughts on this idea, and why they decided to use the word ‘fail’ in the podtcast title in the first place. This leads them into a deeper dive into the concept of positivity. It’s not always easy to stay positive when life throws you lemons, (and you’re out of gin and your tonic has gone flat) sometimes you don’t want to ‘smile’ and put on a brave face. So what else can we do? They reflect on how they turn difficult situations around - using analogies about marigolds and onions...
Mentioned:
Ben Howard interview with Jo Whiley Radio2
Ben Howard interview in the Gaurdian
https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/marigolds/
plus more links and show notes over at our substack
Find Julie here: www.juliebattisti.com @juliebattisti & Julie’s newsletter
Find Phoebe here: www.phoebegander.com @phoebeganderart & Phoebe’s newsletter:
Podcast Website:
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In this episode we delve into the topic of positivity, after a listener asked if we would consider changing the podcast title to something more ‘positive’. Julie and Phoebe chat about their thoughts on this idea, and why they decided to use the word ‘fail’ in the podtcast title in the first place. This leads them into a deeper dive into the concept of positivity. It’s not always easy to stay positive when life throws you lemons, (and you’re out of gin and your tonic has gone flat) sometimes you don’t want to ‘smile’ and put on a brave face. So what else can we do? They reflect on how they turn difficult situations around - using analogies about marigolds and onions...
Mentioned:
Ben Howard interview with Jo Whiley Radio2
Ben Howard interview in the Gaurdian
https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/marigolds/
plus more links and show notes over at our substack
Find Julie here: www.juliebattisti.com @juliebattisti & Julie’s newsletter
Find Phoebe here: www.phoebegander.com @phoebeganderart & Phoebe’s newsletter:
Podcast Website:
Submit a question or fail here
Buy us a Ko-fi!
Please don’t forget to rate and review! And take a screenshot and tag us in your stories to help spread the word...
Keep Failing!
Julie & Phoebe xx
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Juggling porridge & listener Q's
This week on the pod Julie’s household has been hit by yet another bout of illness, causing her to fret over more missed studio time. Phoebe debriefs Julie on how her first ‘Sip and Paint’ art workshop went... and it brings up some profound realisations about why she has avoided teaching for so long. Julie realised she may now not be able to complete as many artworks for her exhibition, but shares a podcast she listened to that had a positive impact on the way she viewed this - realising that its only her that cares about the number of artworks, and the importance of enjoying the process rather than becoming stressed over a fixed outcome. Then they move on to answering listener questions, and share their advice on topics ranging from studio lighting and creating engaging instagram posts, to overcoming creative block and getting over the fear of getting crickets when you share your work.
Enjoy!
PG & JB xx
Mentioned:
Preview app for planning Instagram posts
Low Toxic Painting information:
Green Guide for Artists (book)
Non- Toxic oil painting mediums and oil varnishes- Jackson’s blog
Less toxic brush cleaning method- Jackson’s blog
Oil Painting without solvents - Sophie Ploeg
Find Julie here: www.juliebattisti.com , @juliebattisti
Find Phoebe here: www.phoebegander.com , @phoebeganderart
Podcast Website: Submit a question or fail here
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Keep Failing!
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Unravelling Perfectionism - Part 1
This week Julie discusses how lucky she feels to love her job, her impending photoshoot and her struggle with writing a newsletter. Phoebe is sick of the rain, feeling likes she’s failing at remembering important things and has finally sent off an important parcel of artwork. She has been procrastinating, which leads them into this week’s topic of perfectionism. What is perfectionism and how does it show up for them both? Do they even consider themselves perfectionists?
FLAAP also now has a Facebook group ‘Fail Like An Artist Group’ so please click on the link and sign up, think of it as a place to connect with other FLAAPers, share your issues and wins! If you are interested in helping us moderate the group please drop us an email [email protected]
Mentioned:
The Neurodivergent Woman Podcast: Perfectionism with Jennifer Kemp
The Imperfects: Dr Emily - Curb Your Perfectionism
More show notes and fun stuff in the newsletter:
https://faillikeanartist.substack.com
Find Julie here: www.juliebattisti.com , @juliebattisti & Julie’s newsletter
Find Phoebe here: www.phoebegander.com , @phoebeganderart & Phoebe’s newsletter:
Podcast Website:
Submit a question or fail here
Buy us a Ko-fi!
Please don’t forget to rate and review! And take a screenshot and tag us in your stories to help spread the word...
Keep Failing!
Julie & Phoebe
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