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EPISODE · Feb 27, 2025 · 43 MIN

The Creative Cure for Writers: Trauma-Informed Approaches for Memoir and Embracing Your Creativity with Jacob Nordby

from Writing Your Resilience: Building Resilience, Embracing Trauma and Healing Through Writing · host Lisa Cooper Ellison

Send us Fan Mail Do you struggle to see yourself as creative? Or have you ever wondered where your creativity comes from, and how to maximize it? This week, I’m joined by Jacob Nordby, founder of A Writing Room Collective and author of Blessed are the Weird: A Manifesto for Creatives, and The Creative Cure, a powerful guide to reconnecting with your creative self. In this week’s episode, Jacob and I dive deep into the healing power of creativity, trauma, and the inner wisdom we all carry within us. Grab your pen, open your heart, and join us as we discuss how to nurture your creative intuition, overcome the obstacles of comparison and fear, and how creativity can be the bridge back to feeling truly alive. Episode Highlights 1:27: The Authentic Work of Creativity 6:51: The Trifecta of Rejection, Trauma, and Socialization 10:33 Polyvagal Theory and the Creative Process 12:50 The Role of Intuition in Creativity 15:29 The Secret to Guiding Yourself 19:37: Connecting with Your Body’s Wisdom 21:49 Recovering Our Connection to Our True Nature 35:00 Connecting with Jacob Resources Mentioned During this Episode: The Creative Cure book page: www.creativecurebook.com Bonus multimedia journaling program gift: www.creativeselfjournal.com The ACES Test Polyvagal Theory and the Ventral Vagal State The Seven Chakras Human Design Writing Rituals with Natalie Buster Writing Down Your Soul by Janet Conner Seeking Wisdom by Julia Cameron Jacob’s Bio: Jacob Nordby is a co-founder of A Writing Room Collective, Heal + Create, The Institute for Creative Living Foundation 501(c)3, and the author of several books, including Blessed Are the Weird – A Manifesto for Creatives and The Creative Cure. He previously worked as the marketing director for a traditional publishing house and oversaw the launch of many bestselling books. A working author and creative guide, he has a passion for helping writers solve their challenges and enjoy the satisfaction of sharing their work with the world. Connect with Jacob: Website: https://www.jacobnordby.com/ The Creative Cure book page: www.creativecurebook.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacobnordby/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobnordby/ Creative Self Journal Gift: https://www.jacobnordby.com/creative-self-journal-gift/ Visit https://lisacooperellison.com/yourdesign/ and use promo code RESILIENCE to get 30% off your foundational report. Visit https://lisacooperellison.com/yourdesign/ and use promo code RESILIENCE to get 30% off your foundational report. Building Better Memoir Scenes: https://janefriedman.com/building-better-memoir-scenes-with-lisa-cooper-ellison/ Connect with your host, Lisa: Get Your Free Copy of Ditch Your Inner Critic: https://lisacooperellison.com/subscribe/ Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn Produced by Espresso Podcast Production

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Send us Fan Mail Do you struggle to see yourself as creative? Or have you ever wondered where your creativity comes from, and how to maximize it? This week, I’m joined by Jacob Nordby, founder of A Writing Room Collective and author of Blessed are the Weird: A Manifesto for Creatives, and The Creative Cure, a powerful guide to reconnecting with your creative self. In this week’s episode, Jacob and I dive deep into the healing power of creativity, trauma, and the inner wisdom we all carry with...

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