So WHAT does a CREATIVE PRACTICE supporting WELLNESS actually look like?

05/26/24 • 14 min

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OVERVIEW
In this episode, we’ll explore the first part of a 3 part series - The WHAT, WHY, and HOW map of creative wellness. Let’s dismantle the artist pedestal and get back to basics, exploring 10 simple examples of what a nourishing, accessible creative practice, supporting wellness actually looks like.
KEY TAKEAWAYS

you don’t need to become an artist in any way to benefit from a deep and nourishing creative practice.
tuning into your creativity through holistic art-making practices can unlock your creative power in other areas of your personal and business life too.
a deep and personal creative practice is not a nice to have that should be parked for a rainy day. It is a ticket to nourish and care for yourself, make better decisions and feel less overwhelmed in your life, as you access your natural inner power and wisdom

10 examples of what a creative practice supporting wellness looks like:

Grounding your creativity
Organising materials
Gather inspiration
Permission to play
Creative goals
Become aware of your excuses
Prioritise your creative time
Express yourself freely
Bask in reflection
Share your art

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FOR EPISODE LINKS & MORE INFO VISIT: https://samhorton.co/blog/ep2Part 1/3 - The WHAT, WHY & HOW map of creative wellness

you don’t need to become an artist in any way to benefit from a deep and nourishing creative practice.
tuning into your creativity through holistic art-making practices can unlock your creative power in other areas of your personal and business life too.
a deep and personal creative practice is not a nice to have that should be parked for a rainy day. It is a ticket to nourish and care for yourself, make better decisions and feel less overwhelmed in your life, as you access your natural inner power and wisdom

10 examples of what a creative practice supporting wellness looks like:

Grounding your creativity
Organising materials
Gather inspiration
Permission to play
Creative goals
Become aware of your excuses
Prioritise your creative time
Express yourself freely
Bask in reflection
Share your art

FOR EPISODE LINKS & MORE INFO VISIT: https://samhorton.co/blog/ep2

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The road to EMPOWERED CREATIVE WELLNESS, inspired by my own personal journey

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In this first episode, I will explain how following a personal growth journey led by creativity can be a supportive and transformative experience, using my own story to inspire you.

Key Takeaways

The creative stuff you are hoarding is there for a reason
That creative itch you feel is guiding you to add depth and meaning to your life
You will always find the time for things that add value to your life, no matter how hectic your schedule
A creative practice can be a great comfort and catalyst for growth during difficult times
The resistance to creativity is real because a deep creative practice is really good for you
The creative process is more important than the finished artwork
The journey towards creative empowerment acts like a mirror and a foundation for our overall personal wellness and growth.

Trigger Warnings

Some topics in this episode may be triggering for some listeners. References are made to relationship breakdown and pregnancy loss.

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EMPOWERING WOMEN through ART with Ros Gervay

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In this episode I’m talking with artist and business coach - Ros Gervay about her many exciting projects, the artists’s journey and how women can empower themselves through art.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Ros’s journey from a background in design and primary teaching to becoming a full time artist and artist business coach
How Ros has developed a confidence super power despite being an introvert through her art practice
The challenges and opportunities in applying this confidence to a new singing hobby or other new endeavours
The transformation in understanding how creative practices can be a spiritual practice Ros’s discusses her challgenes with creative space and flow in pereparing artworks for the Sydney Affordable Art Fair
The difference between being an artist in business making money from your art and being an artist creating art for the process
The process of creating Ros’s delightful and fun wall mural projects Inspiring artist empowerment stories from Ros’s Artist Business Coaching program
The beauty in the art process with no attachment to the outcome
The importance of play and exploration in a creative practice

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