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Learning to say no (even when you doubt yourself)
Saying no is hard but necessary - here are three exercises to help. Fear/FOMO can confuse possibility with probability but protecting your energy and creative clarity is a leadership move. Clarity is kind: Use body cues, flip the yes, and craft a compassionate “no” to stay aligned with what matters most, without burning out.
How to know when your work is good enough (and stop overworking)
Knowing when a creative project is "done" is especially challenging in a perfectionism-driven, hyperproductive culture. True completion is less about perfection and more about asking: Does this work still need something from me? Your work doesn't have to be perfect to be powerful, and you don't have to earn your rest, creativity, or visibility through overwork.
What to do when you feel like you’ve failed
When we’re in the “space between” action and outcome, it can feel like we’ve failed and the inner critic wants to lead. Momentum is critical - try these 4 ways to stay grounded: reframe, act, track and celebrate.
Staying creative amidst instability: 5 tested actions
Is disruption and instability in life making it hard to keep up your creative practice? Here are 5 tips to cultivate creativity, and free journal prompts to support you to take action.
Waiting for the right conditions before changing?
Are you waiting for conditions to change before you take action towards that big - or little! - goal you dream of reaching? So much of life is: ‘we make plans and life happens’. But why wait until everything is ‘just right’ to get started? Here are some free action prompts to support you to keep moving.
Facing uncertainty? 5 tips for a healthy transition
Are you going through any changes right now? Is the change wanted or unwanted? How have you navigated the disruption? Through my own experience of navigating disruptive change, I have found 5 tips for making a healthy transition (plus a bonus tip).
Wet Palette Magic: Unleashing the Power of Acrylic Paints
Do you want to extend the life of your acrylic paint? Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, a wet palette can be a game-changer when it comes to acrylic paint. I created this step-by-step guide to help you easily make your own wet palette.
Why make art when the world is backwards and upside down?
This blog post dives into the critical role I see that art plays for addressing the challenges of today. In this blog post I also offer two free activities to support you to apply what is being discussed, to benefit your own life.