The Creative Reset

Nik Stephney
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The Creative Reset is a collection of guided meditations for creatives craving space to breathe, reflect, and drop into flow. Each episode invites you to let go, explore your edges, and reconnect with the beauty and flow within your creative process. Hosted by Nik Stephney, an Afrofuturist, Creative Coach & Strategist helping creatives birth and nurture meaningful ideas. Learn more: www.nikstephney.com

Episodes

  1. 11/10/2024

    The Ocean of Grief (A Guided Meditation For Loss)

    This guided meditation is an invitation to journey deep into the waters of grief. Find yourself in the nurturing embrace of Yemaya—the mother of the sea. Grief can feel heavy, like a weight we carry in our bodies and hearts. This meditation will guide you to gently explore those parts of yourself where grief resides and offer them up to the vast, timeless ocean. Whether you're processing a recent loss or carrying something that's been with you for a long time, this meditation offers a sacred space to be held, to feel, and to release. Let the ocean carry what you're ready to let go, and return to shore feeling lighter, grounded, and deeply supported. This meditation is especially for those who feel the weight of loss, transition, or sorrow. Come as you are; the ocean is here to hold you. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    17 min

  2. 11/03/2024

    The Gift of Receiving (A Guided Meditation To Accept Love and Support)

    In a world that often asks us to give more than we receive, this meditation is an invitation to pause, soften, and open yourself to the gift of receiving. For many of us receiving can feel challenging. We've been taught to hustle, to over-give, and to carry it all on our own to prove our worth. But in this meditation, you're reminded that you don't have to earn love, care, or abundance. You are already deserving, simply by being here. Perfect for anyone who's ready to let go of over-giving and step into the fullness of their own worth. By the end of this meditation, I hope you'll feel lighter, more open, and deeply connected to the flow of life's abundance. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    17 min

  3. 10/27/2024

    Letting Go of Control (A Guided Meditation To Embrace The Flow)

    In this gentle meditation, you're invited to release the need to control every part of your life and embrace the freedom of letting go. You'll explore what it means to let go of the identities you hold so tightly, and soften into the essence of who you are beneath it all. This meditation is a space to breathe, relax, and reconnect with the part of you that trusts life's unfolding—even when things don't go as planned. You'll learn to find peace in redirections and to see delays not as obstacles but as gentle nudges guiding you toward your true path. By the end, you'll feel lighter, more open, and anchored in a deep sense of inner peace. Perfect for anyone ready to release the weight of control and find solace in the beauty of life's unknowns. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    16 min

  4. 10/20/2024

    Be Proud Of Your Progress (A Guided Meditation For Self-Gratitude)

    In this guided meditation, I invite you to pause, reflect, and celebrate the progress you've made on your journey. So often, we overlook the small steps and quiet moments of growth that shape who we are becoming. This meditation is a sacred space for you to honor all the ways you've moved forward, both seen and unseen. Through gentle breathwork and affirmations, you'll be guided to reconnect with your inner strength, acknowledge your growth, and embrace the path that lies ahead. Whether you're facing challenges or simply feeling stuck, this meditation will help you cultivate self-compassion, gratitude, and confidence in the progress you've made. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    13 min

  5. 10/13/2024

    Awaken Your Wild, Creative Energy (A Guided Meditation For Confidence)

    In this meditation, I invite you on a gentle journey to awaken your ancestral energy and step fully into your confidence. Reconnect with the strength, wisdom, and resilience of those who came before you, learning how to carry their wild, untamed power into your everyday life. Rooted in earth-based wisdom and honoring the sacred lineage of your ancestors, this meditation offers you the opportunity to realign with your inner fire. As you breathe deeply, visualize, and repeat affirmations, you'll feel the presence of your ancestors surrounding you, guiding you toward your most authentic, confident self. This is an invitation to return home, where your confidence is unshakable and your power is limitless. Whether you're looking to embrace your voice, ground yourself in your truth, or simply find the courage to shine brighter, this meditation will help you cultivate that energy from a place of deep connection. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    13 min

  6. 10/06/2024

    The Pleasure of Slowing Down (A Guided Meditation for Rest)

    In this soothing guided meditation, we explore the radical power of rest and the pleasure found in slowing down. As we move into Fall, we are reminded that, just like the Earth, we, too, are allowed to pause. Through gentle breathwork and body awareness, you'll be invited to release the tension, expectations, and constant demands of the world around you. Inspired by the words of Audre Lorde, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare," this meditation reframes rest as a radical act of self-care and resistance. Rest isn't something you need to earn—it's your birthright. Join me in this moment of deep stillness to reconnect with your body, honor the cycle of the season, and embrace the joy of simply being. This is a space to breathe, let go, and reclaim your right to rest. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please follow for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    14 min

  7. 09/29/2024

    You Don't Have To Lead Alone (A Guided Meditation For Overwhelm)

    Leadership can feel like a weight pressing down on you. Like you're the one holding everything up. But you don't have to carry this all by yourself. In this guided meditation, we'll slow down and step into a quiet space where you can breathe, soften, and reconnect with the part of you that's been waiting to be heard. In that stillness, you'll rediscover your center. We'll shift into the energy of co-creation and imagine the people, community, and partners who are here, ready to lift alongside you. Leadership isn't meant to be done solo. There's power in allowing others to share the load and join in shaping the vision. They hold you up just as you hold them. As bell hooks reminds us, "Knowing how to be solitary is central to the art of loving." It's in solitude that we love and lead ourselves, and from there, open ourselves to meaningful connection with others. If you're feeling overwhelmed, if the weight feels like too much—this is for you. Let's find balance together. Breathe in the stillness. Breathe out into community. You're not alone in this, and you never have to be. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please like, comment, and subscribe for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    13 min

  8. 09/22/2024

    The Revolution Begins With You

    This meditation is a sacred invitation for you to return home to yourself. Inspired by Toni Cade Bambara's wisdom, "Revolution begins with the self, in the self," this journey is for those ready to step fully into their truth, reclaim their power, and spark change from the inside out. Here, you'll be guided to break free from limiting beliefs, confront the fears that hold you back, and embrace radical self-honesty. This is an offering for those who have been waiting—for the perfect time, for permission, for validation—and are now ready to rise. Whether in your work, relationships, or creative expression, this meditation supports you in living your fullest potential, right now, in this moment. It's time to stop holding back. The revolution you seek has always been within. Take a deep breath, align with your purpose, and move from a place of deep authenticity. Your journey to self-revolution begins here. 💡 Stay Connected If this meditation resonates with you, please like, comment, and subscribe for more. Visit www.nikstephney.com for free resources or to apply for coaching.

    14 min

  9. 09/14/2024

    Welcome To The Creative Reset

    Ever wonder what's holding you back from your full creative potential? The Creative Reset is your intimate space for breaking free from creative blocks and finding your flow. This podcast offers guided meditations and soulful conversations that nurture your creative spirit. Each episode invites you to pause, reset, and align with your true purpose, exploring themes like letting go, embracing vulnerability, and stepping boldly into your authenticity. Whether you're a creative leader, artist, or entrepreneur, these meditations will move into a state of effortless flow.  Hosted by Nik Stephney, a Creative Coach with over a decade of experience guiding teams, building culture-forward brands, and leading transformative campaigns.  Ready to discover what's possible when you stop postponing yourself? Let's go. Your reset starts now. ~ To explore more and deepen your journey into creative flow, visit www.nikstephney.com. There, you'll find free resources, insights, and guides to help you break through stagnation and move into innovation. Your creativity is not something to be postponed. The time to step into your power is now, and I'm here to guide you every step of the way.

    1 min

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The Creative Reset is a collection of guided meditations for creatives craving space to breathe, reflect, and drop into flow. Each episode invites you to let go, explore your edges, and reconnect with the beauty and flow within your creative process. Hosted by Nik Stephney, an Afrofuturist, Creative Coach & Strategist helping creatives birth and nurture meaningful ideas. Learn more: www.nikstephney.com

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  • Creator
    Nik Stephney
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
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