The Art of Creative Living

• From Attorney to Author: The Inspiring Creative Life of Amber Byers

  In this episode, host Nicola Newman interviews Amber Byers, a former attorney who transformed her life by following her creative calling. As an award-winning author and founder of Tadpole Press, Amber shares her journey from the legal world to building a thriving creative business centered around writing and community.Discover Amber's three powerful tenets for authentic creative living:Listen to your authentic voice and trust your body's wisdomHave fun with your creativity without taking yourself too seriouslyBuild a supportive community that champions your unique visionAmber opens up about winning gold at the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards for her book "Sophie and Spot," and how she created the popular Tadpole Press 100-word writing contest that now attracts entries from nearly 60 countries worldwide.This heartfelt conversation explores how embracing creativity as a safe playground can lead to personal fulfillment beyond traditional measures of success. Whether you're considering a creative career change or simply looking to reconnect with your authentic self, Amber's story will inspire you to listen to your inner wisdom and follow your heart.Visit www.tadpolepress.com to learn more about Amber's work and the Tadpole Press writing contest.

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• Tools & Technology We Use in Our Creative Lives

  In this episode, writer Beth Cregan and I dive deep into the various tools and technology we use to support our creative lives. From good old-fashioned analog tools like planners, notebooks, and index cards to cutting-edge digital apps, software, and AI assistants, we cover a wide array of resources that help us organise, plan, create, and track our creative projects. Find all the details and links to these tools on the podcast show notes page at: www.nicolanewman.com/podcast/technology-tools-ai Nicola Newman: www.nicolanewman.com Beth Cregan: www.writeawaywithme.com Let's Connect! Share your favourite technology and tools with us on Instagram at @write.away.with.me and @nicolanewman_ Subscribe to our podcast for more discussions on creativity!

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• Creative Momentum: Finding your way through the Messy Middle

  Let's delve into the 'messy middle' of creative projects! Join Beth and me (Nicola) as we discuss our personal experiences and strategies to push forward. We delve into self-awareness including understanding one's own personality traits and energies which helps in personalising the creative process. Beth explains how having a clear vision of the final outcome can keep you motivated. We emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and prioritising the creative process. We also discuss the significance of remaining flexible and adaptive, and how sideways movement can be an integral part of the process, with challenges overcome often leading to substantial periods of rapid progress. Other aspects covered are the importance of self-compassion, embracing a sense of safety, understanding life circumstances, celebrating small wins, and wisely investing in skills and supplies that make the process easier. We are also thrilled and excited to announce "The Art of Creative Living" podcast has been selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 20 Australia Creativity Podcasts on the web.https://blog.feedspot.com/australia_creativity_podcasts/

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• ‘Stay On The Boat’: Navigating Solitude & Loneliness in our Creative Lives

  Join Nicola Newman & Beth Cregan for a meaningful conversation about the nature and importance of solitude, loneliness, and the creative process. Through the lens of Nic's sailing life, we explore the intricate balance between solitude and the potential for loneliness that creatives often encounter with their work. We delve into some of the struggles that are integral to our creative lives - from confronting the omnipresent fear of failure to navigating uncertainty without a roadmap! Yet, amidst these challenges, we discover that staying connected to ourselves and our work fosters self-trust, stamina and authenticity. This discussion is a compassionate guide for creatives facing the challenges that arise in the creative process. ⁠www.nicolanewman.com⁠ ⁠www.writeawaywithme.com

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• Build a Relationship with Your Creative Self

  Welcome to another episode of "Nic and Beth’s Creative Chats" with your hosts, Nicola Newman and Beth Cregan! Today, we're on a journey to uncover ways to nurture a deep and meaningful relationship with your creative self. Nicola and Beth open up about their personal reflective practices, anchors, and the daily rituals that keep their creativity flowing. They share how journaling becomes a supportive companion in their creative processes from morning pages to evening reflections. This episode goes deep into the significance of values and core desires, serving as the guiding compass that shapes and evolves your creative journey over time. We'll also dive into mindfulness practices in action – from gardening to sketching, along with Nic's 'Intuitive Pause', designed to ground you in the present moment. Anticipate a delightful blend of laughter, inspiration, and practical tips to elevate your creative living adventures. www.nicolanewman.com www.writeawaywithme.com

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