Art is Life: Exploring the Creative Process with Maria Bowler

Host Arlia Hoffman welcomed Maria Bowler, a writer, coach, and retreat leader, for a rich conversation about the intersection of creativity, consistency, and discipline in the creative process. Arlia and Maria discussed the idea of creativity as a collaboration with the world's materials and experiences. They examined the nature of consistency as unwavering dedication to one's creative process. Maria introduced the idea of discipline as a commitment to self-awareness and curiosity rather than rigid adherence to schedules and highlights the importance of embracing our unique creative flow. The conversation emphasized the spiritual and relational aspects of creativity and the importance of redefining productivity through a more personal and intrinsic lens. About Maria Bowler Maria Bowler is a writer, coach, and retreat leader. She holds a masters in religion and the arts from Yale University, is a former magazine editor, and has taught creative writing at the university level. Canadian by birth, she now lives in the Driftless region of the US with her family. Website | Instagram | Substack About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The Women's Sanctuary podcast, personal coaching for soul and body, and group events like temple practice. Rooted in the tradition of women's circles throughout history, The Women's Sanctuary is a place of sacred rest, sacred connection, healing, and belonging.  Website | Facebook | Instagram | PInterest About Arlia Hoffman Arlia Hoffman is founder of The Women's Sanctuary and The Women's Agency.  She is an ordained minister and shamanic mentor and holds a Masters in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is passionate about supporting women as they re-member themselves. In The Women's Sanctuary, she facilitates sacred sisterhood, mentors women, and hold sacred events. Connect with Arlia: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices