Creator Alchemy

Corey Wilks, Psy.D.
Creator Alchemy

Psychological insights to transform your business, your life, and yourself. This show is for creators , entrepreneurs, and leaders who want both: impact and alignment, ambition and authenticity, freedom and fulfillment. I'm Dr. Corey Wilks, a psychologist and executive coach who helps ambitious creators and entrepreneurs escape mediocrity and build extraordinary lives and businesses. On this show, I share strategies and insights to help you overcome self-sabotage, break through internal barriers, and unlock the impact only you can have—so you can reach your full potential and build a life and business that actually matter to you. Through solo episodes and raw, honest conversations with inspiring creators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, we explore the intersection of psychology, personal development, entrepreneurship, and creativity—and what it really takes to thrive, not just succeed. Whether you're wrestling with imposter syndrome, stuck in a life that looks good on paper but feels misaligned, or finally ready to figure out what you really want—this podcast will help you make the most of the one life you've got.

  1. APR 24

    #23 - Mental Health Habits for Entrepreneurs with Psychologist Dr. Nick Wignall

    In this conversation, psychologists Dr. Corey Wilks and Dr. Nick Wignall discuss essential mental health habits tailored for entrepreneurs. They explore strategies to manage overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout, emphasizing the importance of sleep and relaxation. The dialogue also covers building assertiveness and confidence through incremental steps, as well as the distinction between pursuing fleeting pleasures and long-term fulfillment. The conversation is rich with practical tips and insights aimed at fostering emotional well-being in the entrepreneurial journey. NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to the Creator Alchemy Newsletter for exclusive content and unlock the Psychology of Success Masterclass for free. Go to https://www.creatoralchemy.com/ EPISODE LINKS: Nick’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFriendlyMind Nick’s newsletter: https://nickwignall.com/newsletter/ Nick’s 13 Spike Points of View on Emotional Health article: https://nickwignall.com/13-spiky-points-of-view-on-emotional-health/ Anne-Laure Le Cunff’s Liminal Creativity article: https://nesslabs.com/liminal-creativity TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 02:33 How to overcome overwhelm and close open loops 07:52 How to take back control of chronic worry and anxiety 16:53 How to overcome self-limiting beliefs 24:25 How to overcome insomnia and improve sleep 40:20 How to manage burnout 47:00 How to build confidence and overcome insecurity 59:36 How to jump off the Hedonic Treadmill and do fulfilling work 01:04:30 Final Thoughts and Recommended Resources SOCIAL LINKS: Website: https://coreywilkspsyd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coreywilkspsyd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreywilkspsyd/ Twitter: https://x.com/CoreyWilksPsyD Instagram: a href="https://www.instagram.com/coreywilkspsyd/" rel="noopener

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  2. APR 23

    #22 - How To Reach Your Potential By Using "Future Self" Frameworks with Steve Timoney

    In this conversation, Corey Wilks and performance coach Steve Timoney explore frameworks for reaching one's potential through the concept of the future self. They discuss strategies for defining and aligning with one's ideal future self, the importance of values, the use of feedback loops, and the creation of a mental advisory board to guide decision-making. The dialogue emphasizes the need for clarity in identity and actions to avoid cognitive dissonance and achieve personal and professional goals. NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to the Creator Alchemy Newsletter for exclusive content and unlock the Psychology of Success Masterclass for free. Go to https://www.creatoralchemy.com/ EPISODE LINKS: Steve Timoney's Links: X/Twitter: https://x.com/SteveTimoney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-timoney-214306101/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephentimoney Website: https://www.stephentimoney.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 01:41 How to define your ideal future self 07:55 How to focus on what matters and filter out distractions 13:46 How to develop a process to align your actions and intentions (and avoid doing unaligned work) 23:33 How to overcome short-term thinking and clarify what’s worth your most precious resources 31:02 How to leverage feedback loops to get 12 months’ worth of work done in 3 months 33:40 How to leverage a Mental Advisory Board to guide yourself toward your ideal future 41:30 Final Thoughts on reaching your potential by leveraging “Future Self” frameworks SOCIAL LINKS: Website: https://coreywilkspsyd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coreywilkspsyd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreywilkspsyd/ Twitter: a href="https://x.com/CoreyWilksPsyD" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    47 min

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Psychological insights to transform your business, your life, and yourself. This show is for creators , entrepreneurs, and leaders who want both: impact and alignment, ambition and authenticity, freedom and fulfillment. I'm Dr. Corey Wilks, a psychologist and executive coach who helps ambitious creators and entrepreneurs escape mediocrity and build extraordinary lives and businesses. On this show, I share strategies and insights to help you overcome self-sabotage, break through internal barriers, and unlock the impact only you can have—so you can reach your full potential and build a life and business that actually matter to you. Through solo episodes and raw, honest conversations with inspiring creators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, we explore the intersection of psychology, personal development, entrepreneurship, and creativity—and what it really takes to thrive, not just succeed. Whether you're wrestling with imposter syndrome, stuck in a life that looks good on paper but feels misaligned, or finally ready to figure out what you really want—this podcast will help you make the most of the one life you've got.

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