Creative Struggles

Nahjalae Lovelace
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This podcast dives into the unfiltered grind of chasing a dream in acting and the creative world. Instead of polished stories from those who’ve already ‘made it,’ you’ll hear the raw, funny, and heartfelt perspective of guests and myself still in the hustle — pushing, learning, and carving out a place in the film industry. It’s about navigating the struggle in real time. If you’re a creative chasing your dreams, this is your space to feel seen.

  1. HACE 6 DÍAS ·  VIDEO

    When Acting Isn't The ONLY Canvas | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 4

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor who also expresses their creativity through painting. We talk about navigating an industry that wants you to pick one lane, creating without permission, and staying connected to your art when acting isn't the only outlet.   #painter #artists #creator #painting #actor #hobbies #sidejobs #acting #actress #actingjourney #actingtips #handmade   Guest: Keshia Ramdhanie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/keishaannram?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/PaintingsByKeisha?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaARNr1RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaejljpbfIKHUD8wKBVHJYdnzfn9Vg3bkbKFkUTRQzivf41OqqtLi22RJiUmSw_aem_g-WGvKQI_l1iNlGO-eV_UA&dd_referrer=https://l.instagram.com/   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev

    55 min

  2. 15 ABR ·  VIDEO

    Making Music without Losing Yourself | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 3

    In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with a recording artist who is navigating the music industry while staying true to who they are. We talk authenticity, pressure to conform, and what it really takes to build a music career without losing yourself.   #music #recordingartist #rap #hiphop #musicindustry #musician #rapartist #rapper #neosoul #randb #lyrisist   Guest: Johnathon Black Instagram https://www.instagram.com/johnathon.blacks_world?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== All streaming platforms Johnathon.Black   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev

    47 min

  3. 8 ABR ·  VIDEO

    The Cost of FREE | Creatives Struggles | S2 Ep. 2

    Working for free is often framed as “paying your dues” in the creative industry — but what does it actually cost? In this episode of Creative Struggles, I sit down with an actor to unpack the reality of unpaid work, favor-for-favor culture, and the emotional toll that comes with constantly saying yes. We talk honestly about when free work can be strategic, when it becomes exploitative, and how to choose opportunities that align with your values, time, and long-term goals. From blurred boundaries to learning how to say no without guilt, this conversation explores what creatives give up when they work for “exposure” — and how to protect your worth without burning bridges. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about unpaid opportunities or questioned whether a “favor” was really worth it, this episode is for you.   #free #notpaid #actors #actingjourney #actingtips   Guest: Jerry Davis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asulay?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev

    1 h 32 min

  4. 1 ABR ·  VIDEO

    Behind The Scenes | Creative Struggles | S2 Ep. 1

    Intimate scenes require trust, communication, and clear boundaries — but that’s not always the reality on set. In this episode of Creative Struggles, I’m joined by a fellow actress to talk honestly about uncomfortable moments during intimate scenes, power dynamics, and why safety should never be optional. We break down what should be standard practice, how to advocate for yourself, and why your comfort matters just as much as the performance. Listener discretion advised. Guest: Olivia Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ojthajuicegirl?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Facebook and Tik tok @ D. Olivia Jordan If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev

    1 h 2 min

  5. 25 MAR ·  VIDEO

    Every Opportunity is Not Aligned | Creative Struggles| Ep. 20

    Not Every Opportunity Is Aligned explores the pressure creatives feel to say yes to everything - and the growth that comes with learning when to say no. In this episode, we talk about unaligned opportunities, guilt, fear, and how choosing yourself doesn't mean you're giving up on your dream. If you've ever questioned whether an opportunity was truly meant for you, this conversation is for you.   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev   #actor #cr8tivestruggles #KnowYourWorth #Opportunities #ActingAdvice

    13 min

  6. TRÁILER DE LA TEMPORADA 2 ·  VIDEO

    Season 2 Trailer | Creatives Struggles

    Season 2 of Creative Struggles is here — premiering Wednesday, April 1st. This season dives deeper into the real experiences of actors and creatives navigating the industry in real time — not after they’ve made it, but while they’re still building, learning, and figuring it out. From rejection and self-doubt to growth, pivots, and new opportunities, these conversations highlight what it really takes to keep going when the path isn’t clear. If you’re chasing a dream and learning as you go, this season is for you.   #actorslife #actingtips #actor #cr8tivestruggles #actingjourney   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode! You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev

    1 min

  7. 18 MAR ·  VIDEO

    Is Rejection Personal? | Creative Struggles | Ep. 19

    Rejection is part of the acting journey - but that doesn't make it hurt any less. In this episode of Creative Struggles, I talk honestly about how rejection shows up in the creative process, why it feels deeply personal even when it's not, and how easy it is to internalize a “no" as a reflection of your worth. If you've ever questioned yourself, your talent, or whether you're doing enough after being rejected — this one's for you!   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev   #actor #cr8tivestruggles #Rejection #Vulnerability #ActingLife #KeepGoing

    11 min

  8. 11 MAR ·  VIDEO

    Clapping for Yourself | Creaative Struggles | Ep. 18

    Clapping for Yourself is about learning how to keep going when no one is watching, cheering, or validating your effort. In this episode of Creative Struggles, we talk about the quiet phase of the creative journey - when progress feels invisible and motivation has to come from within. If you've ever felt discouraged by the lack of applause, this episode is your reminder that showing up still counts. Sometimes, the most important recognition comes from you.   If you would like to share any stories, questions, topics, encouraging words, etc., send an email to cr8tivestruggles@outlook.com and I will share them on the next episode!   You can find the video version of this episode on Youtube at Creative Struggles   Please follow, like, subscribe, comment, leave review, share and send an email!   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cr8tivestruggles/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581997290521 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Cr8tivestruggles Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nahjalae?_t=8ifoX1PN8P5&_r=1   I also have my own earring business, Nahjalae’s Polymer Earrings, that I handcraft! Check them out on my Etsy Shop!   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NahjalaePolyEarrings   Music: Mikhail Smusev   #actor #cr8tivestruggles #CelebrateYourself #SelfWorth #Motivation #CreatorsJourney

    15 min
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This podcast dives into the unfiltered grind of chasing a dream in acting and the creative world. Instead of polished stories from those who’ve already ‘made it,’ you’ll hear the raw, funny, and heartfelt perspective of guests and myself still in the hustle — pushing, learning, and carving out a place in the film industry. It’s about navigating the struggle in real time. If you’re a creative chasing your dreams, this is your space to feel seen.

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  • Creador
    Nahjalae Lovelace
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    28
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
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