75. "I'm Bad at Art" (And Other Creative Myths)

Think you're "bad at art"? This episode will help you release perfectionism, reconnect with creativity, and use simple art practices to calm your nervous system. Have you ever said, "I'm not creative," or "I'm bad at art"? I have. And in this conversation with art teacher and creativity guide Jen Volansky, we explore where those stories begin - often in childhood and how they can quietly shape what we allow ourselves to try as adults. This episode is not about becoming "good" at art. It's about giving yourself permission to create without pressure, judgement, or perfection. Jen shares how art became an anchor through difficult seasons, how simple creative practices can help us pause before we react, and why creativity already exists in the everyday ways we solve problems, parent, cook, dress, garden, doodle, and connect. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in your head, this episode is your invitation to come back to yourself - one doodle, one pause, one small creative moment at a time. What You'll Learn • Why saying "I'm bad at art" can keep you stuck in an old story • How creativity helps you move from trigger-react to pause-respond • Why art is about process, not performance • How doodling can calm your nervous system in just a few minutes • How to reconnect with your child through curiosity about their creativity • Why creating, not consuming, can help you feel more grounded and alive Resources & Links Grab Jen's Doodle Sheet https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/PfFSz50    Connect with Jen Website:  [email protected] Instagram:  @artwithjenniev & @arthappenshere.vt Share the Episode If this conversation reminded you that you don't need to be perfect to begin, share it with someone who needs permission to create again. Remember  This is your reminder that you don't need fixing - you just need tools, space, and permission to come back to yourself. Work With Me 1:1 If you heard yourself in this episode - the "I'm not creative," the fear of getting it wrong, the old story that you're just not good at art, I currently have one space open for private 1:1 coaching in May. This isn't about being told to calm down or think more positively. It's about slowing things down enough to notice what's really happening underneath your reactions, so you can find simple tools that help you feel more grounded, connected, and in control. If you're curious, go to the link below or simply DM me on Instagram @jennymcoaching. No pressure. Just a conversation. https://jennymcoaching.com/contactme/   This podcast is produced by www.keystepsupport.com