How Ceri Jones Tretter Turned Pain into Purpose Through The Collaboratory

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Behind the Story, I sit down with Ceri Jones-Tretter, a visionary artist, spiritual seeker, and founder of The Collaboratory, a creative school that fosters artistic expression and healing. From her transition from a high-powered executive to a creative entrepreneur, Ceri shares her journey of reinvention, faith, and overcoming trauma. We dive deep into her spiritual awakening, how she transformed her life and her art, and the intersection of creativity and healing. Ceri also discusses the power of working art, the importance of understanding one’s identity, and her passion for empowering others to reconnect with their creativity. Whether it’s welding, blacksmithing, or fabric art, Ceri's philosophy of "working art" challenges us to see the transformative power of creation, both in our lives and in the world. Tune in to hear her insights on how to turn life’s struggles into the very framework for creative growth and spiritual evolution.Support the show