Your Creative Practice Checklist: 7 ideas you can start using today

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Starting a creative practice doesn’t have to be another thing on your never-ending to-do list. Or time-consuming. Or difficult. Starting a creative practice can be easy and simple and wait for it…fun. But you need to be ready to change what you’re doing now.  Starting a creative practice is all about being open to trying…

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How a Money Mindset Coach Changed My Life

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Do you constantly worry about money and struggle to make ends meet?  I know I did even when I was making “good” money as a pharmacist.  As I started to lean into my career as an artist, that whole starving artist mentality kept keeping me stuck in scarcity.   I was finally tired of living with…

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7 Fun Art Challenge Ideas for Your Inner Artist

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Whether you’re an experienced artist or not, these art challenge ideas will spark your creativity.  Sometimes the best thing to expand your horizons is to give yourself a challenge.   You can explore new techniques and experiment with different mediums.  You can give yourself time limitations.  Or you could try a new art form altogether.  You…

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5 Craft Retreats That Will Inspire Your Creativity

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Are you a creative soul in need of a break?  Look no further than craft retreats, the ultimate escape for those seeking inspiration, fun, and a chance to make new crafty friends. Craft retreats offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of creativity if you’re an expert crafter or just getting started.  …

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10 Quotes About Positive Thoughts to Live By

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Sometimes, all it takes is a few words of wisdom to shift our mindset and help us see the brighter side of life. Here are 10 quotes about positive thoughts from some of the most influential leaders. Let these words inspire you to embrace the power of positivity. “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”…

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The Art of Getting It Wrong

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Mistakes are going to happen in life. Learn how you can shift your perception of what a mistake is in order to celebrate it instead. In this guide, we examine the art of getting it wrong and how to redefine success with failure. And how making mistakes with a mindful approach can be a powerful…

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Artist’s Famous Quotes to Inspire You

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These artists’ famous quotes draw from their own experiences and creative wisdom. The quotes will inspire you to pursue your own greatness. Reflect on these artists’ famous quotes from the minds of renowned painters, writers, and actors to jumpstart your next creative project. “The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing…

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Be Less Self-Critical with Mindful Art

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The way we think about ourselves affects our moods, behaviors, and relationships. Self-critical thoughts are negative thoughts that can cause us to feel bad about ourselves.  Even though they are often not based in reality self-critical thoughts can feel very true.   Start by noticing what’s happening inside your head. If you notice yourself being critical…

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Art Journaling for Beginners

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Art journaling is a great way to create a daily art practice.  You can use your art journal as a creative outlet and as a way to tune into your emotions.  You can use watercolors, acrylic paint, ink, pencil, pastel, and/or collage in your art journal.  I recommend using only materials found around the home…

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Healthiest Habits in 10 Simple Steps

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The best way to stay healthy is by making small changes in your life that will add up over time. Here are some simple steps to take every day to create your healthiest habits. Here’s how to start making healthy changes today. 1. Pick one thing. Creating your healthiest habits can be as simple as…

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