Creative by Nature Podcast with Jess Madenford

Jessica Madenford
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Because creativity isn’t something you do — it’s who you are. Creative by Nature blends self-expression, personal growth, and wellbeing in ways you can actually use. This podcast is for anyone ready to reconnect with their inner spark  — whether you’re deeply creative or someone who has never considered themselves “creative.”  You’ll hear stories and guidance for those moments when you pause and catch yourself thinking things like: “I used to have such a big imagination as a kid — what happened?” Or when you wonder, “Can I really trust myself?” Maybe you notice how often you’ve been silencing yourself just to fit in, or feel that surge of inspiration but don’t know where to begin.  Each episode meets you in those moments of doubt and “where do I even start?” feelings, helping you reconnect with your spark, trust yourself, and take simple, practical steps to express who you really are. Whether you want to feel more confident in your creativity, explore your intuition, or bring a little more mindful, inspired living into your day, Creative by Nature offers practical guidance, gentle support, and ideas you can experiment with right away. Subscribe now to reconnect with your imagination, explore self-expression, and cultivate a life of alignment, creativity, and joy. Visit thejourneytohere.net for free resources, guidance, and ways to connect with Jess. If this show resonates, share it with a friend and leave a review to help other creative souls discover a path to inspired living.

  1. 2d ago

    I’m the Daughter of a Hoarder (Part 2): The Shame, Secrets & Fear of Being Seen

    In Part 1, I shared my experience of growing up with a mother and grandmother who struggled with hoarding—the secrecy, shame, responsibility, and silence that shaped so much of my childhood. But as I continued my healing journey, I realized the hoarding wasn't the deepest wound. There was another layer underneath it all. And maybe you've experienced something similar. Maybe the details of your story are different, but you've spent years carrying the belief that certain parts of you are too much, too messy, too painful, or too shameful to let anyone see. Maybe you've become the perfectionist, the people pleaser, the overachiever, the one who keeps everything together because somewhere along the way you learned that being accepted meant being good. In this episode, I share the unexpected belief that surfaced through my own visibility work, meditation, and parts work: I'm a bad daughter. But beneath that belief was an even deeper question: What if the fear isn't that you're a bad person… but that if people truly knew your story, they would think less of you? Together, we'll explore the connection between shame, visibility, self-expression, creativity, and the courage it takes to tell the truth about who we are. If you've ever hidden parts of yourself to feel safe, struggled with perfectionism, feared judgment or rejection, kept parts of your story private, or found yourself shrinking instead of allowing yourself to be fully seen, this episode is for you. Because healing isn't always about getting rid of the parts of yourself you've hidden. Sometimes, healing is learning how to sit beside those parts with compassion, allow them to be seen, and finally give them the love and safety they have been asking for all along. This is the journey of coming home to yourself. 🔗 Connect with Jess: thejourneytohere.net

    33 min

  2. Jun 18

    I'm the Daughter of a Hoarder: When Telling the Truth Feels Like Betrayal

    For years, I avoided telling this part of my story. Not because I didn't love my mom. Not because I wanted to blame anyone. But because somewhere along the way, I learned that protecting the people I loved mattered more than telling the truth about my own experience. In this deeply personal episode, I'm sharing what it was like growing up with a mother and grandmother who struggled with hoarding, mental illness, addiction, and emotional disconnection. But this conversation isn't really about hoarding. It's about the secrets we carry. It's about the shame that keeps us silent. It's about becoming the "good girl," the caretaker, the protector—and what happens when those roles follow us into adulthood. As I reflect on memories from my childhood and the aftermath of my mother's passing, I explore the hidden beliefs that shaped me for decades: that telling the truth was dangerous, that protecting others was my responsibility, and that sharing my experience somehow made me a bad daughter. In this episode, I talk about: • Growing up around hoarding, secrecy, and emotional disconnection • The burden of carrying family secrets • How childhood experiences shape our relationship with truth and self-expression • The "good girl" role, people-pleasing, and becoming a caretaker • Shame, guilt, and complicated grief after the loss of a parent • Why telling the truth about your experience doesn't erase your love for someone • Learning to hold compassion and honesty at the same time • The healing power of self-expression and storytelling If you've ever struggled with family dysfunction, estrangement, complicated grief, people-pleasing, or the fear of speaking your truth, this episode is for you. You are not alone. Sometimes healing begins when we stop protecting everyone else and finally make space for our own story. Tune in and join me for this honest conversation about shame, truth, healing, and what it means to come home to yourself. Find Jess at thejourneytohere.net

    42 min

  3. Jun 11

    My Childhood Home Burned Down: The Memories, Grief, and Healing It Brought to the Surface

    Sometimes a loss isn't really about what was lost. Almost two months ago, my childhood home burned to the ground in a tragic house fire that claimed the lives of a mother and her six children. While the house hadn't belonged to my family for years, watching it disappear brought forward emotions I never expected. At first, I thought I was grieving the loss of a home. But what surfaced was much deeper. I found myself grieving multiple versions of the same loss: childhood memories, family stories, old identities, unresolved pain, burnout, people-pleasing patterns, and the version of myself I spent years trying to hold together. In this deeply personal episode, I share what happened when my childhood home burned down, how grief showed up in layers, and the surprising connection between this loss and a healing journey that began nearly a decade ago. This conversation explores what happens when something from your past finally disappears—and what remains when you can no longer hold onto what once defined you. This episode is ultimately a reflection on grief, healing, identity, and the courage it takes to release what no longer belongs to us. If you've ever found yourself grieving a place, a relationship, a role, a dream, or a version of yourself, I hope this conversation reminds you that healing isn't about rushing forward. Sometimes it's about honoring what was, making space for what is, and trusting what is still becoming. Connect with Jess: thejourneytohere.net

    1h 4m

  4. Jun 4

    Blue Aura Energy: Expression, Communication, and Creative Confidence

    In this final episode of the Energy of Color series, we’re exploring blue aura energy — the energy of communication, authentic self-expression, intuition, and creative truth. If you’ve ever struggled to speak up for yourself, set boundaries without guilt, trust your intuition, or express yourself creatively without second-guessing everything… this episode is for you. Jess dives deep into the connection between blue aura energy and the throat chakra, exploring how people-pleasing, burnout, overgiving, and fear of being misunderstood can disconnect you from your voice and your creativity. She also shares personal stories about her own healing journey, spiritual awakening, creative burnout, and the process of reconnecting with her authentic self-expression. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: What blue aura energy representsThe connection between creativity and self-expressionHow people-pleasing impacts your voice and intuitionSigns your throat chakra may be blocked or woundedWhat empowered blue energy looks and feels likeThe differences between dark blue and light blue aura energyHow spiritual awakening can deepen creative expressionWhy trusting yourself is essential to creative confidenceWays to reconnect with your intuition, boundaries, and authentic voiceThis episode is a gentle reminder that your voice matters. Your creativity matters. And you do not have to keep shrinking yourself to make other people comfortable. Whether you’re an artist, intuitive, healer, highly sensitive person, or simply someone learning how to trust yourself again, this conversation invites you to reconnect with your truth and express yourself more fully. If this episode resonates with you, be sure to share it with someone who may need this reminder too — or send them the aura color episode that instantly made you think of them. Listen now and begin reconnecting with the voice that’s been within you all along. Connect with Jess on Instagram - jessica.journeytohere Grab some freebies! Free Resources Take the Aura & Personality Quiz!

    54 min

  5. May 28

    Orange Aura Meaning: Creativity, Movement & Emotional Expression

    What if the restlessness, emotional heaviness, or creative block you’ve been feeling is actually your energy asking to move? In part 2 of the Energy of Color series, Jess explores orange aura energy — the vibrant energy connected to creativity, joy, emotional expression, movement, and the sacral chakra. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about reconnecting with yourself through creativity, intuition, and authentic self-expression. Jess shares personal stories and intuitive insights about how movement, art, and creative practices can help you process emotions, release stress, find clarity, and reconnect with your inner knowing during difficult seasons of life. You’ll also learn what orange energy looks like when it’s balanced, what happens when it becomes wounded or blocked, and why creativity can be such a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery. If you’ve been craving more inspiration, emotional freedom, playfulness, or creative flow, this episode is a gentle reminder that creativity isn’t just something you do — sometimes it’s the very thing that helps you come back to yourself. Tune in now to explore orange aura energy, sacral chakra healing, emotional wellness, and the healing power of creativity. Click here for FREE resources to support your creative healing, intuition, and spiritual growth. Connect with Jess at thejourneytohere.net

    25 min

  6. May 21

    Magenta Energy: Bold, Creative, and Fearlessly Authentic

    What if your creativity isn’t scattered… but expansive? In this episode, we’re diving into the vibrant, imaginative world of magenta energy—the aura of visionaries, dreamers, and deeply expressive souls. If you’ve ever felt like your ideas come faster than you can keep up with, or like your creativity doesn’t fit inside a box, this conversation is for you. Magenta energy blends intuition with imagination, allowing you to see possibilities where others see limits. But with that gift can also come challenges—like burnout, boredom, self-doubt, or feeling misunderstood. Inside this episode, we explore what it really means to live with magenta energy—both the beauty and the growing edges. You’ll hear reflections on:  What magenta energy looks like in your daily life and creative expression  Why you might jump between ideas (and why that’s not a flaw)  The emotional experience of being a deeply creative, non-traditional thinker  What happens when your creativity feels blocked or overwhelming  How to move from self-doubt and frustration back into flow  The difference between unbalanced vs. empowered magenta energy  Letting go of guilt when something no longer lights you up This episode is also a gentle reminder that your creative rhythm doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s—and that your uniqueness is not something to fix, but something to honor. If you’ve been craving permission to trust your ideas, follow your inspiration, and embrace your creative identity more fully… this is your invitation. Tune in and reconnect with the visionary within you. Resources mentioned in this episode: 🔗 A Guide to Reconnecting with Your Creativity 🔗 Aura Personality Quiz 🔗 Friendly Guide to Understanding Your Aura & Chakras

    21 min

  7. May 14

    Reconnect With Your Creativity

    There’s a part of you that has always been creative—even if it’s been quiet for a while. In this episode of Creative by Nature, you’re invited into a gentle, honest conversation about what it really means to reconnect with your creativity… not by forcing it, but by remembering it. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your creative self…  If you’ve told yourself you’re “not creative anymore”…  Or if creativity has started to feel like something extra instead of something essential… This episode is for you. Through seven foundational pillars—Remembering, Safety, Play, Sensation, Intuition, Expression, and Integration—you’ll be guided back to a version of creativity that feels natural, safe, and deeply your own. This isn’t about becoming someone new.  It’s about returning to who you’ve always been. You’ll hear reflections from real classroom experiences, insights from personal healing, and gentle prompts to help you reconnect with your own creative rhythm—without pressure or expectation. Whether you’re an artist, a writer, a teacher, or simply someone who feels deeply, this episode offers a supportive place to begin again. If something in this conversation resonates, you can download the free companion guide: (Just click here) Creative by Nature: A Guide to Reconnecting with Your Creativity Available in the show notes or on the free resources page at thejourneytohere.net. This is something you return to—at your own pace, in your own way. ✨ Creativity isn’t something you have to earn.  It’s something you remember. 🎧 Take a moment to listen, reflect, and reconnect.

    34 min

  8. May 7

    Trusting Your Inner Compass: How Travel and Energy Work Transform the Soul With Monique Teggelove

    What happens when you stop ignoring your intuition… and finally trust the quiet inner voice calling you toward something more? In this soul-expanding episode of the Creative by Nature Podcast, I sit down with intuitive healer, retreat leader, and world traveler Monique Teggelove to explore how following unconventional paths can lead to profound healing, spiritual awakening, and deep self-discovery. Monique shares her incredible journey from burnout and people-pleasing to selling everything, traveling the world, and ultimately being guided into the transformative world of energy healing, intuitive work, and spiritual retreats in Egypt. Together, we talk about: How travel can become a portal for healing and spiritual transformationThe difference between tourist travel and intentional, soul-led travelWhy slowing down in nature and sacred spaces can awaken inner wisdomHow intuition often speaks through nudges, synchronicities, and full-body knowingThe role of timing in healing and trusting when you’re ready for the next layerWhat it means to embrace being “different” and stop trying to fit into systems not built for youWhy your uniqueness may be the exact medicine the world needsIf you’ve been feeling the call to trust yourself more deeply, live more intuitively, or step outside the expected path to create a life that feels aligned with your soul—this conversation is for you. ✨ This episode is a beautiful reminder that your inner compass already knows the way. Connect with Monique: https://www.moniqueteggelove.com/

    48 min
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Because creativity isn’t something you do — it’s who you are. Creative by Nature blends self-expression, personal growth, and wellbeing in ways you can actually use. This podcast is for anyone ready to reconnect with their inner spark  — whether you’re deeply creative or someone who has never considered themselves “creative.”  You’ll hear stories and guidance for those moments when you pause and catch yourself thinking things like: “I used to have such a big imagination as a kid — what happened?” Or when you wonder, “Can I really trust myself?” Maybe you notice how often you’ve been silencing yourself just to fit in, or feel that surge of inspiration but don’t know where to begin.  Each episode meets you in those moments of doubt and “where do I even start?” feelings, helping you reconnect with your spark, trust yourself, and take simple, practical steps to express who you really are. Whether you want to feel more confident in your creativity, explore your intuition, or bring a little more mindful, inspired living into your day, Creative by Nature offers practical guidance, gentle support, and ideas you can experiment with right away. Subscribe now to reconnect with your imagination, explore self-expression, and cultivate a life of alignment, creativity, and joy. Visit thejourneytohere.net for free resources, guidance, and ways to connect with Jess. If this show resonates, share it with a friend and leave a review to help other creative souls discover a path to inspired living.

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