EP 20 - Traveling the World to Find Your Way Home: Divorce & reinvention with David Shakiban

Divorce can be devastating, but if we approach what happens next with some introspection  and creativity, it can take us on journeys — physical and emotional — that bring us back home to ourselves.   In this episode, I chat with David Shakiban, a modern-day renaissance man who’s as innovative and mindful about his approach to life as he is about his creative pursuits. A website designer, acoustic guitarist, mosaic artist, and the creative force behind his company, ColorGrooves, David is big on introspection and personal growth. So when he found himself feeling lost after a painful divorce years ago, he went on an extended, epic trip that allowed him to work his way around Europe, collaborate with other artists, and start the process of healing.   We also talk about the challenges of being creative in a world that doesn’t support that creativity; how traveling is a gift, but it doesn’t let us escape the inner work we need to do; finding love again; and how even the most painful event in our lives can be a catalyst for creating something beautiful.  Oh, and he also shares what his battle cry, “Free Zaza,” means — which I’ve now adopted as a personal mantra.  More about David: Visit his website: https://colorgrooves.com/ Check out his portfolio: https://shakiban.com/ Listen to his album, Cusp: https://shakiban.bandcamp.com/album/cusp More About Lisa Marie: To learn more about Lisa Marie, get more content, or schedule a one-on-one coaching session, visit her website at: www.lisamarieconnections.com or her contact page, at: www.lisamarieconnections.com/connect Follow her on Instagram: @lisamarieconnections AFTER THE EPISODE: Love the podcast? Please rate the show and leave a review! Know someone who would benefit from hearing this episode? Please consider sharing it with them! PLEASE NOTE: The "From Lemons to Limoncello" podcast and content posted by Lisa Marie DeSanto is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this website, the podcast, linked to content, or from coaching sessions is at the user’s own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.