Pain In The Arts

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"What happens when you try to build a creative life while also being a responsible adult? Disorder. But delightfully so. Join writer Breallyn and her husband Lyndon as they navigate the unpredictable, deeply satisfying, and occasionally absurd reality of making art while managing, well… everything else. From creative breakthroughs to imposter syndrome, from the rush of finishing a project to the frustration of starting over, they share an unfiltered look at what it really takes to transform inspiration into finished work. Whether you’re a writer, musician, artist, or just someone who believes creativity is worth the effort, this podcast from Creative Life Chronicles is for you. Listen on your favourite podcast app - https://access.acast.com/rss/66bc1a4d8681753490f376cc/default Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/painintheartslife Produced on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong Boon Wurrung Peoples of the Eastern Kulin." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3D AGO

    Slow Art: Trusting the Process When Progress Feels Impossible

    When your creative project stalls and the doubts start racing in, how do you find your way back to the work? This week Lyndon and Breallyn explore the idea of slow art: embracing the process, sitting with doubt, and trusting the work even when progress has ground to a halt. Breallyn shares an account of her writing project losing momentum, and what a visit to Bruno’s Art and Sculpture Garden in Marysville revealed about what it looks like to build a creative life — and rebuild it — over decades. From Tolkien’s 12-year road to Middle Earth to the feeling of being “gorged out” by too much beauty at once, this episode is a gentle reminder that the best things rarely arrive in a hurry. Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 10m

  2. MAR 2

    The Art of Showing Up: Mental Hygiene, Self-Talk & Living with Intention

    What does it really mean to show up — not just for your art, but for yourself? Inspired by artist Michael David Mayo — "the most important art I make isn't on canvas, it's the way I speak to myself, the way I choose to meet each day" — Lyndon and Breallyn discuss the concept of mental hygiene for creatives: the deliberate, daily practice of shaping your mindset the same way you'd shape a piece of art. Michael David Mayo on Instagram Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min

  3. FEB 23

    Why Your Laundry Pile Might Be Your Best Creative Tool

    Do you ever feel like the laundry, the school runs, and the endless to-do list are stealing time from your creative work? In this episode of Pain in the Arts, Lyndon and Breallyn explore how to reframe the "busywork" of everyday life. Can those daily chores actually help us and how do repetitive, low-demand tasks quietly trigger creative breakthroughs? It's a fresh, practical perspective on finding meaning in the mundane - and letting it fuel your art. Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min

  4. FEB 16

    Impossible Goals: Goal Setting When Life Changes

    What happens to your goals when life completely changes? In this episode, Lyndon and Breallyn explore goal setting—but not in the way you might expect. They share how a decade ago they stopped planning for the future entirely, and why. When their daughter Birdie was diagnosed with Phelan-McDermid Syndrome, their goals shifted from creative ambitions to survival. They discuss the "impossible goals" they pursued around her communication and the miraculous shifts that have emerged. A conversation about disability, parenting, and finding your way back to the future. Content note: This episode discusses disability, parenting a child with complex medical and neuropsychiatric needs, and statistics around vulnerability for girls with intellectual disabilities. Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr

  5. FEB 9

    Time and Artistic Pressure: Reframing How We Face Time

    What if your creative window hasn't actually closed - it's just opening in a different way? In this episode, Lyndon and Breallyn tackle the pressure artists feel to achieve success by a certain age. But instead of accepting that timeline, Breallyn offers a radical reframe: what if past, present, and future are all happening right now? She explores how different cultures perceive time and introduces a 'time travel' thought experiment that could change how you approach your art - and possibly your life. Featuring the wisdom of Leanne Morgan and a surprising, unqualified foray into quantum physics. Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min

  6. FEB 2

    Are Micro-Decisions Killing Your Productivity?

    Are you drowning in "micro-decisions"? In the Season 2 premiere of Pain In The Arts, Lyndon and Breallyn explore why the smallest daily choices - from returning camping gear to hardware store runs - can sap the mental energy needed to show up for your craft. After a summer of extreme weather and evacuations, they discuss the idea of "strategic stillness" and whether routines or rituals are the best way to protect your creative space. It’s a conversation about clearing the mental clutter so you can return to the art that reinvigorates you. The Travelling Professor Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  7. JAN 26

    Skye Cusack on Writing, Culture, and Creative Momentum

    Lyndon and Breallyn are once again joined by Dulgubarra-Yidinji writer Skye Cusack to talk writing, culture, and creative momentum. Skye reflects on the journey of her second book, Checked Out, including an emotionally intense return to Country and time spent reconnecting with her heritage and family. They also touch on her debut novel, The Dangers of Just One Person, and Skye shares a glimpse into her current work-in-progress—a new horror manuscript. It’s a conversation about writing, cultural connection and finding humour in the unpredictable rhythms of creative life. Skye Cusack on ABC The Dangers Of Just One Person - by Skye Cusack https://www.instagram.com/magabalabooks Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m

  8. JAN 19 · BONUS

    [RE-RELEASE] The Deep Work Dilemma: Finding Focus in Creative Chaos

    We're officially back from camping - and yes, we have plenty of mozzie bites and stories to tell once we're back in the studio - but while we’re technically still on our summer break, we wanted to revisit this conversation from April 8th, 2025. In this episode, Brea and I dive into the 'Deep Work' debate. We’ve all heard that rigidly scheduled, uninterrupted blocks of time are the only way to get real work done, but we wanted to see if there’s room for a more flexible flow. Do we actually need those massive windows of time to be creative? We explore the stress that kicks in when a dedicated creative window gets unexpectedly cut short, and we contrast the 'Deep Work' concept with the more fluid, inspiration-driven side of making art. We also talk about mental preparation, the frustration of losing momentum, and whether years of experience can eventually help you create meaningful work in shorter, sharper bursts. Full Transcript: https://paininthearts.life/index.php/transcript/ep-15-the-deep-work-dilemma-finding-focus-in-creative-chaos/ Pain In The Arts is a Creative Life Chronicles production. Enjoyed this episode? Please share with a friend! Support the show, access exclusive content, or explore our free tier on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/painintheartslife For more from Creative Life Chronicles (website coming soon!) and the Pain In The Arts podcast, visit our website: http://www.paininthearts.life Recorded and produced at Morning Phase Recording Room. Original theme music by Lyndon Wesley: http://www.lyndonwesley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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"What happens when you try to build a creative life while also being a responsible adult? Disorder. But delightfully so. Join writer Breallyn and her husband Lyndon as they navigate the unpredictable, deeply satisfying, and occasionally absurd reality of making art while managing, well… everything else. From creative breakthroughs to imposter syndrome, from the rush of finishing a project to the frustration of starting over, they share an unfiltered look at what it really takes to transform inspiration into finished work. Whether you’re a writer, musician, artist, or just someone who believes creativity is worth the effort, this podcast from Creative Life Chronicles is for you. Listen on your favourite podcast app - https://access.acast.com/rss/66bc1a4d8681753490f376cc/default Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/painintheartslife Produced on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong Boon Wurrung Peoples of the Eastern Kulin." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Creative Life Chronicles
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
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    © 2025 Creative Life Chronicles
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    Pain In The Arts