Creativity Found: finding creativity later in life

Claire Waite Brown
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Creativity Found: finding creativity later in life

How does creativity benefit our lives as grown-ups? I'm Claire, and I re-found my creativity after a time of almost crippling anxiety. Now I want to share the stories of other people who have found or re-found their creativity as adults, and hopefully inspire many more grown-ups to get creative.I chat with my guests about their childhood experiences of creativity and the arts, how they came to the creative practices they now love, the barriers they had to overcome to start their creative re-awakening, and how what they do now benefits their whole lives.

  1. HÁ 2 DIAS

    From isolation to inspiration with the Creativity Found Collective

    The Creativity Found Collective is a vibrant community where creativity thrives and everyone supports one another. This bonus episode showcases how being part of the Creativity Found Collective can spark inspiration, foster connections and provide valuable support for creative small business owners. With insights from various members, hear about the importance of collaboration and sharing experiences in the creative realm, as well as the mental health benefits of engaging in artistic activi...

    11min
  2. Meet the Collective: Writing, coaching and penguins with Nina Lenton

    27 DE JAN. · BÔNUS

    Meet the Collective: Writing, coaching and penguins with Nina Lenton

    Nina Lenton is a business coach and mentor with a rich background in marketing and project management, who in this episode shares her insights into the world of creativity and the importance of nurturing it in both personal and professional realms. Nina discusses her passion for helping business owners rediscover their creative spark, especially when the daily grind threatens to overshadow their artistic pursuits. Nina's approach combines coaching with practical planning, allowing clien...

    19min
  3. Meet the Collective: Making kilts with Paula Duncan

    19 DE JAN. · BÔNUS

    Meet the Collective: Making kilts with Paula Duncan

    Preserving the traditional craft of kilt making. Paula Duncan is a bespoke kilt maker and tutor, with over 11 years of teaching experience, who has adapted her classes to an online format, making it easier for busy adults to embrace their creativity while learning a new skill. Paula teaches students from all walks of life, some seeking to create a single kilt while others aspire to turn their newfound skills into a business. As a member of the Creativity Found Collective, Paula thrives in a...

    16min
  4. Meet the Collective: From gremlins to growth with Sheena Whyatt

    12 DE JAN. · BÔNUS

    Meet the Collective: From gremlins to growth with Sheena Whyatt

    Running a small business can feel isolating, but finding the right support and community can make all the difference when it comes to achieving your dreams.Sheena Whyatt is a business coach with over 23 years of experience, who loves to help creative entrepreneurs navigate the challenges they face. In this chat Sheena and I discuss the common struggles many small business owners – in any field – face, including relentless self-doubt and the nagging voice of the 'gremlin' that often hinders pr...

    26min
  5. Meet the Collective: Mindful mosaic making with Becky Paton

    5 DE JAN. · BÔNUS

    Meet the Collective: Mindful mosaic making with Becky Paton

    Explore the transformative power of mosaic art as a mindful and enjoyable way to express yourself. Becky Paton teaches mosaic classes for adults of all abilities, and in this episode she is keen to emphasize that anyone, regardless of their perceived creativity, can create beautiful pieces with the right materials and guidance. Becky tells me about her experiences of creating mosaics with children and families in hospital settings, illustrating how art can provide comfort and a sense of nor...

    19min
  6. Shawna Curee – cakes, crochet & connecting in the metaverse

    08/12/2024

    Shawna Curee – cakes, crochet & connecting in the metaverse

    How can engaging in creative activities influence an individual's sense of self and overall fulfillment in life? Shawna Curee was a very creative child, who loved drawing, writing, and creating games with her siblings. A nurturing home and school environment allowed her to freely explore her artistic inclinations, until, inspired by the film Free Willy, Shawna decided she wanted to be a marine biologist instead of following her creative passions. At college she soon realized that wasn't the ...

    40min
  7. Ashton Rodenhiser: the listening eye!

    24/11/2024

    Ashton Rodenhiser: the listening eye!

    From self-doubting doodler to skilled graphic facilitator, embracing the messiness of creativity can lead to transformative experiences. Societal pressures initially deterred my guest Ashton Rodenhiser from pursuing the arts in higher education. Instead she went to community college and then on to a role working in parenting programs and prenatal support, followed by transitioning to family support, a facilitation role that Ashton especially enjoyed.Ashton discovered graphic facilitation thro...

    46min
  8. Oksana Kukurudza – storytelling in times of conflict

    10/11/2024

    Oksana Kukurudza – storytelling in times of conflict

    Oksana Kukurudza is currently immersed in a deeply personal writing project titled Sunflowers Bend But Rarely Break, which explores her parents' harrowing experiences as forced labourers in Nazi Germany during World War II. Oksana's motivation for writing stems not only from her parents' stories but also from the striking parallels she observes between their experiences and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Born and raised in Western Ukraine, which was part of Poland before the war, Oksana's m...

    35min
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How does creativity benefit our lives as grown-ups? I'm Claire, and I re-found my creativity after a time of almost crippling anxiety. Now I want to share the stories of other people who have found or re-found their creativity as adults, and hopefully inspire many more grown-ups to get creative.I chat with my guests about their childhood experiences of creativity and the arts, how they came to the creative practices they now love, the barriers they had to overcome to start their creative re-awakening, and how what they do now benefits their whole lives.

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