The Art of Lost and Found with Brooke Estin

“The quality of our life is defined by what we pay attention to.” This isn’t just a quote — it’s a practice.In this episode, I share two deeply personal stories that taught me how powerful it is to shift the narrative. When I stopped identifying with my trauma and started seeing my resilience, everything changed.You’ll hear about:✨ A relationship rupture that shook my identity🌀 How trauma lives in the body — and what it took to release it🔥 The moment I surrendered the story of victimhood and stepped into healingIf you’ve ever felt stuck in a painful narrative, this episode is for you.Let’s talk about how changing your perspective can help you let go, grow, and reclaim your story.✨ Ready to design your dream life and build a business that lets you actually live? I'm Brooke Estin — former Silicon Valley strategist turned 6-figure founder. I help ambitious women and creatives create purpose-driven businesses aligned with their values, vision, and joy.👇 WORK WITH ME 👇Grow your biz with strategy + emotional clarity.🎨 Book your free Brand Therapy call here → https://brookeestin.com/freecall📌 FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR BIZ 👉 https://brookeestin.com/free

Ready to design your dream life and build a soul-aligned business that actually nourishes you, not burns you out? It all begins with understanding your natural energy and practicing self-leadership. Make the strategic decision to do small changes that actually spark that joy back into your business.In this video, I share with you 7 real wellness tips I have gathered through years of being a creative entrepreneur. And I don’t mean yoga retreats or big “finding yourself” trips to the tropics. I am talking about small daily habits that will make a huge difference in your overall well-being in the long run.✨ Ready to design your dream life and build a business that lets you actually live? I'm Brooke Estin — former Silicon Valley strategist turned 6-figure founder. I help ambitious women and creatives create purpose-driven businesses aligned with their values, vision, and joy.👇 WORK WITH ME 👇Grow your biz with strategy + emotional clarity.🎨 Book your free Brand Therapy call here → https://brookeestin.com/freecall📌 FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR BIZ 👉 https://brookeestin.com/free

Are you worried AI might take your creative job? Nathaniel Whittemore—a tech entrepreneur, strategist, and early AI pioneer—believes the opposite is true. In his words, “AI is a set of tools that can 100x what you can do as an individual.”In this powerful conversation, Nathaniel breaks down:- How AI can enhance creativity rather than replace it- Why now is a golden moment for creators who adapt- His personal journey from startup founder to AI thought leader- How using AI will help multiplying creative Potential, Not Destroy ItWhether you’re a writer, designer, marketer, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insight on how to stay ahead of the curve—and thrive creatively in the age of AI.Learn more about Nathaniel: (@nlw on all platforms) and his Generative AI company SuperIntelligent https://besuper.ai/home -- ✨ Ready to design your dream life and build a business that lets you actually live? I'm Brooke Estin — former Silicon Valley strategist turned 6-figure founder. I help ambitious women and creatives create purpose-driven businesses aligned with their values, vision, and joy.👇 WORK WITH ME 👇Grow your biz with strategy + emotional clarity.🎨 Book your free Brand Therapy call here → https://brookeestin.com/freecall📌 FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR BIZ 👉 https://brookeestin.com/free#entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset #businesscoaching #personaldevelopment #growthmindset #mindset #entrepreneurjourney #personalgrowth #businessgrowth #businesstips #businesssuccess #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #lifedesign #lifedesigncoach

Do you feel overwhelmed with your entrepreneurial journey? Have you really looked into what type of clients you're attracting? For many years, I worked with clients that saw my services as an expense, and would not value if I overdelivered or the experience I created. I felt burnt out and undervalued. But then I decided to raise my prices, to work on attracting the right type of client. Someone who would see what I brought to the table as an investment, not as an expense. I changed and improved my systems. And now, years later, I can tell that even if I take on less clients, I make more money than before. I am the owner of my own time and can really say that I feel freedom. ✨ Ready to design your dream life and build a business that lets you actually live? I'm Brooke Estin — former Silicon Valley strategist turned 6-figure founder. I help ambitious women and creatives create purpose-driven businesses aligned with their values, vision, and joy.🌍 Explore more at https://brookeestin.com/👇 RESOURCES FOR YOUR BIZ JOURNEY💌 Join my newsletter (& even more freebies!): https://brookeestin.com/free🧠 Life Design Coaching: https://brookeestin.com/coaching🎨 Brand Therapy: https://brookeestin.com/brand-therapy #businesscoaching #personaldevelopment #growthmindset #mindset #selflove #personalgrowth #businessgrowth #businesstips #businesssuccess #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #lifedesign #lifedesigncoach #entrepreneur--TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to the Art of Lost and Found!06:31 I felt misaligned and completely disconnected09:23 How everything was out of control12:12 How I work smarter, not harder 16:47 Integrity and Freedom 20:00 Shifting the focus, brought the right time of client

Kevin Whelan, known my many as the 'mayor of Sevilla,' shares his unique perspective on creativity, life design, and making dreams real. He discusses his journey of self-discovery and finding his talents through experiences like Burning Man and his own community driven "Glitterman" project.Throughout the conversation, Kevin emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing one's core talents and using them to connect with and support others. He highlights the significance of generosity, both in terms of time and resources, and the impact it can have on building strong communities.Kevin shares his own journey of finding his passion and building projects that align with his values. He emphasizes the importance of financial security, finding motivation in challenges, and creating meaningful connections with others.While we explore the philosophy behind what makes a good life, Kevin emphasizes the need for action and taking steps towards what brings joy and fulfillment. He encourages others to design their lives based on their values and desired experiences.You can find more information about Kevin here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfranciswhalen/And of course, send him an email atkevinfwhalen (at) gmail (dot) com.

Join me in welcome Indigenous Yogi Malina Dawn as she shares her story about how designing her website led to a multi-year journey of self-discovery, creativity, and the intersection of artistry, ancestral healing, and the complexities of creative entrepreneurship. The process of creating a website becomes a metaphor for confronting inner struggles and finding clarity in one's purpose and offerings. The conversation delves into the transformative journey of creating a website and the emotional, spiritual, and financial aspects of this process. We explores themes of clarity, power, alignment, and the creative possibilities of problem-solving. We even go into the sensitive topic of pricing and the balance between receiving financial abundance and making wellness accessible to all.   You can find more information about Malina here: https://malinadawn.com/ https://www.instagram.com/indigenousyogini/  

In this mini solo episode of The Art of Lost and Found Podcast, I share how I grew my income by taking on 45% less clients. I'll share my own experience and insights on the importance of choosing the right clients (and saying no to the wrong ones), recognizing when it’s time to make strategic shifts in your clientele, and how creating systems and automating certain processes can make everything flow with more ease, less time and stress. I open up about my own experiences of moving from low-paying clients to those who truly value quality and are ready to invest in their own growth. And most importantly, I talk about how crucial it is to design a business model that aligns with your core values and allows you to serve your clients in a meaningful way. Key Takeaways Many people prioritize branding prematurely. Client selection is crucial for business success. Raising prices without changing clientele can lead to issues. Working with clients who value your work is essential. Automation can liberate time and reduce overwhelm. Streamlining processes can lead to increased income with fewer clients. Investing in tools can enhance efficiency and professionalism. Understanding the value of your services helps in client relationships. Intentional business model design is key to avoiding burnout. Listening to intuition aids in making better client choices. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Art of Lost and Found 01:08 The Importance of Client Selection 05:51 Shifting Clientele for Better Returns 10:40 Streamlining Processes and Automation 14:27 Transformational Shifts in Business Strategy 18:42 Intentional Business Model Design Keywords branding, client selection, business strategy, automation, entrepreneurship, design, project management, client relationships, service providers, creative business

In this episode, we deep dive with Shawn Parell, a therapist, yoga + meditation teacher, and creative practitioner, about the process of reclaiming and embodying one's creativity. We explore the challenges of separating from one's creative self and the importance of reconnecting with it for a more authentic and fulfilling life. We get into the concept of self-abandonment and the fear of judgment that often holds people back from expressing their creativity as well as the value of practice and the evolution of one's creative journey. Our conversation touches on topics such as vulnerability, worthiness, and the intersection of inner and outer work in creative entrepreneurship. Shawn shares her personal journey of integrating her various passions and finding her authentic expression and we touch on the therapeutic aspect of creativity and the power of growth and transformation. You can learn more about Shawn's work on her website here: https://www.shawnparell.com/ If you like her brand and website, learn more about creating your own here: https://iknowagal.co/ Key Takeaways Separating from one's creative self can lead to feelings of self-abandonment and a disconnection from one's authentic expression. Reclaiming and embodying one's creativity is a healing process that requires courage and vulnerability. Practice is essential for cultivating authenticity and connecting with one's creative self. The fear of judgment and unworthiness often holds people back from expressing their creativity. Creative entrepreneurship requires both inner work and the development of practical skills. The journey of creativity is an ongoing process of evolution and self-discovery. The creative process requires different roles at different stages, such as the artist, the editor, and the promoter. Permission, trust, and vulnerability are essential in the creative journey. Integrating various passions and finding authentic expression is a personal and evolving process. Creativity can be a therapeutic and transformative act. Support and collaboration are crucial in the creative process. Quotes "A creative reclamation process really is a healing process." "We all have that fear of abandonment. It means that we're trying to avoid being kicked out of the tribe, which was certain death in ancient times." "Authenticity is about a daily practice of embracing who we are and letting go of who we think we should be." "Opportunity favors the prepared." "Recognizing we are not responsible for creating everything." "Enlightenment is an accident, but practice helps you be more accident prone." Chapters Introduction and Background Childhood Creativity and the Process of Separation The Tension Between Social Expectations and Authentic Expression Self-Abandonment and the Healing Process The Fear of Judgment and the Importance of Authenticity Creative Entrepreneurship: Inner Work and Practical Skills The Evolution of Creativity: A Journey of Self-Discovery The Essence of Truth in Visualization The Process of Integration and Expansion A Comprehensive and Holistic Engagement Trusting the Spark of Inspiration The Roles in the Creative Process Giving Permission to Your Younger Self The Healing and Transformative Power of Creativity The Importance of Support and Collaboration Keywords creativity, therapy, self-abandonment, authenticity, practice, vulnerability, worthiness, creative journey, creative entrepreneurship, creative process, support, collaboration, creative flow, roles, permission, trust, vulnerability, integration, authentic expression, therapeutic, growth, transformation

Use Neuroscience To Create Your Future Self with Dr. Alice Penn In this transformative episode, I dive in with Dr. Alice Penn, a distinguished executive and career coach who has navigated a fascinating journey from being a medical doctor in London to a career in corporate finance and ultimately, coaching. Alice shares her compelling story of personal and professional transformation, offering valuable insights into overcoming mental health challenges, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs.  In this episode, we delve into the pivotal moments that led to her career changes and her innovative coaching techniques that blend neuroscience with creativity. Our discussion also emphasizes the critical role of creativity and imagination in personal transformation and professional success. Tune in to discover how Alice harnesses the power of neuroscience and creativity to help high-achieving professionals break free from disillusionment and achieve a purpose-driven life. Episode Highlights Alice’s Professional Journey: Transition from medical doctor to corporate finance and coaching, driven by the desire to reach her true potential. Mental Health and Personal Struggles: Alice’s battles with perfectionism and limiting beliefs, leading to burnout and a re-evaluation of her career path. Neuroscience-Based Coaching: The importance of addressing root causes and how neurological patterns influence behaviors and thoughts. Creativity and Healing: The role of creative activities in Alice’s recovery and their importance in her coaching methods. Visualization Techniques: Using imagination to envision a better future and align with one’s true identity. Client Success Stories: Examples of how Alice’s methods have transformed the lives and careers of her clients. Mindset and Belief: The impact of mindset on physical and mental well-being, supported by research and personal anecdotes. This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative power of creativity, neuroscience, and intentional effort in overcoming personal and professional challenges. Join us as we explore the journey to fulfillment and the continuous process of personal growth. To learn more about Dr. Alice Penn and her work, visit her website at⁠ alicepennmd.com⁠. Keywords: Dr. Alice Penn, Executive coaching, Career transformation, Neuroscience coaching, Personal growth, Overcoming perfectionism, Mental health in professionals, Creativity in coaching, Limiting beliefs, Professional success tips, Visualization techniques, Mindset and belief shifts, Burnout recovery, Personal fulfillment, Career change stories, High-achiever coaching, Neuroscience and creativity, Intentional personal growth, Purpose-driven career, Personal transformation stories, Brand Builders Group, Business coaching, Creativity, Creative business, 

Rachel Rossitto is a coach, guide, and facilitator who has dedicated her life to supporting women in deepening awakening and empowering their Feminine Spirit using ancient wisdom, daily sacred rituals, and embodiment practices, many of which have been informed by her experience as a Birth Doula and as an Integrative Health Coach. Her approach is deeply transformative and rooted in a profound understanding of the sacred feminine energy. I know this first hand because I’ve been involved with Rachel and her work for several years now, dancing effortlessly between being a student of hers and her being a client of mine. In our conversation today, Rachel and I delve into the themes of feminine energy, creativity, and the often messy process of creation. Rachel shares her passion for serving women and helping them connect with their sacred feminine energy with the support, NOT banishment, of the sacred masculine. Her perspective expresses the importance of embracing the totality of who we are and the healing power of walking in our truth.We'll also explore creativity as a way of being and the value of staying grounded in our practice. Rachel's personal journey through the messy parts of life and the transformative power of meditation offer profound insights into the human experience.We get into altars, the intersection of creativity and business, and the dance between discipline and devotion. We'll also delve into her experience as a creative entrepreneur, and what it means to be a vessel for her work in this world.
Topic Areas​Embracing the Sacred Feminine: Healing and Empowerment​Creativity as a Way of Being: Embracing the Messy Process​The Power of Altars and Creativity​Bridging the Gap: Discipline and Devotion in Business​The Language of Reflection and Mirroring​Journey of Being a Vessel for the Divine​

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In this episode, I discuss the concept of the "Upper Limit Problem" or better known as the Fear of Success. We explore the fears that arise when you are outgrowing the life you currently have. This fear is deeply rooted in a fear of change and a lack of self-worth, one must explore this fear and build a new relationship with it in order to achieve success and fulfillment. We go into practical tips for overcoming the upper limit problem so that you can move closer to the life you actually desire. Takeaways The upper limit problem is the fear of outgrowing the life you currently have. This fear is rooted in a fear of change and a lack of self-worth. Addressing the upper limit problem is crucial for achieving success and fulfillment. Practical tips for overcoming the upper limit problem include allowing yourself to feel good and focusing on slow, steady growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:42 The Upper Limit Problem 04:23 Fear of Success is Fear of Change 06:25 Grieving the Loss of Familiarity 07:24 Self-Sabotage and Unworthiness 10:29 Overcoming the Upper Limit Problem To explore working together, head over to: ⁠https://brookeestin.com To connect on Instagram, find me ⁠https://www.instagram.com/brookeestin/

In this episode of The Art of Lost and Found we explore the crucial yet delicate balance between generosity and profitability for creative entrepreneurs. We delve into the challenges faced by creative entrepreneurs in maintaining a sustainable business model while staying in alignment with their values. We start with an exploration of boundaries, then move into stories with practical insights, including a client's journey toward balancing accessibility with financial sustainability in her healing practice. We get into self-worth and values and how they relate to setting boundaries that honor both generosity and financial stability. Finally, we briefly discuss intentional financial strategies, like cash flow management and the diversification of revenue streams to ensure long-term sustainability. To book your own Brand Strategy Call, head over to: https://brookeestin.com/#brand-therapy To connect on Instagram, find me https://www.instagram.com/brookeestin/

Today on the podcast, we welcome author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Adam Vibe Gunton. Adam is the founder of Recovered On Purpose, and he's the author of the book From Chains to Saved. Through his book, TED talk and online presence, his story of addiction and recovery has reached millions of people worldwide. With an entrepreneurial sales and marketing background, Adam broke sales records in two door-to-door industries and built a multimillion-dollar B2C marketing company with a team of 23 employees in three states. Now, as the founder and executive director of Recovered On Purpose, Adam lives by the affirmation, “I am the example of what is possible for an addict when they recover.” Adam shares how he started as a joyful young boy with straight A's and a promising athletic career before experiencing the depths of addiction, surviving an overdose that nearly took his life, and then finding his path to recovery. He shares a profound spiritual experience that solidified his faith and connected him with a larger vision for his life that led him to create his nonprofit, Recovered on Purpose, which now helps millions of people around the globe who struggle with addiction. We spoke about a variety of related themes such as identity, self-trust, building community, and fully stepping into a purpose that is much bigger than just oneself. You can find more about Adam's work here: Non-Profit: https://recoveredonpurpose.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamvibegunton/ TED TALK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuvHBlyLTro&themeRefresh=1

Today, we welcome creative extraordinaire, Nadine Hanafi as she shares how she monetized her creativity using strategic visual design. She's an award-winning designer, creative entrepreneur, and founder of We Are Visual and Digital Brand Kit. Nadine believes that beautiful branding is not a vanity accessory. It's a growth catalyst. When you have beautiful strategic branding, showing up is not just easier, but it's more exciting. And that confident glowing energy that you get from having impeccable branding permeates through everything you do. Nadine is a master of personal branding. She's known for her incredible digital business strategy capacity and her visual storytelling. Her work focuses on helping online experts package their knowledge and uniqueness into irresistible brands. Nadine and I first met several years ago when we were both working for the personal brand strategy firm, Brand Builders Group, where she was leading creative direction. What I loved most about this conversation was something that Nadine said towards the end. She said that one of the things that she wished that she had known earlier was that the growth of her business and her external success in the world was dependent on how much internal growth she had done. When your external success exceeds the work that you've done internally, you can't continue to grow and evolve. So the fact that she would give herself advice about being more focused on internal wellbeing and personal growth and development, excavating the things that are keeping us small and amplifying the things that are magical and amazing about us, just endeared her that much more to me. To follow more of Nadine's journey, head over to nadinehanafi.com or Nadine.Hanafi on Instagram. If you're a coach, consultant or creator who is need of beautiful, fast and budget-friendly branding, then head over to Digital Brand Kit and use the code "CREATIVEAMPLIFIER" to get 10% off your purchase.

In today's quick solo episode, I share a story of how my biggest client taught me to work with my intuition. It's the story of how I came to work with a client who I helped take from $0 to $3 million and how I learned to distinguish my intuition from my fear, and then identify past triggers I was bringing to the current situation that were keeping me playing small. Working with this multi-million dollar client helped me learn about my own intuition and how it can be harnessed to make better decisions in both my personal and professional life. It helped me better understand the space "where the woo meets the work". We explore the importance of translating intuition into action and creating structures that support intuitive decision-making. Takeaways Intuition is a valuable tool for making choices that are in alignment with one's true self. Deep contemplation and meditation can help connect with intuition and distinguish it from fear or past trauma. Translating intuition into action requires setting boundaries, communicating clearly, and being willing to walk away if necessary. Developing intuition involves practices such as silence, writing, and trying out different scenarios. Protecting and honoring oneself is essential in the process of connecting with intuition and making intuitive decisions. Combining intuition with practical work strategies can lead to positive outcomes and personal growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Woo Meets the Work 01:40 Understanding Intuition 04:06 Listening to Intuition: A Personal Story 09:44 Deep Contemplation and Meditation 12:14 Translating Intuition into Action 19:43 Developing Intuition for Better Decision-Making 21:10 Practices for Connecting with Intuition 23:06 Protecting and Honoring Yourself 24:06 The Magic of Combining Woo and Work

Emily Lane is a futurist and founder of the Evolutionary Intelligence Academy. With a professional background in business, a near-death experience catapulted her into a 20-year quest for deeper meaning and purpose. Her journey led her to distill, explore, and apply some of the most leading-edge inner technologies of our world today. Emily works multi-dimensionally and she shares practical tools of evolutionary intelligence so that leaders and pioneers can solidify their clarity, purpose, and of course, their creative power. Emily consults on the birth and direction of evolutionary projects, and she shared the stage with luminaries from academia, the World Bank, the United Nations, and World Economic Forum, among many others. She's spoken in front of royalty, in front of governments, Silicon Valley executives, and thousands of pioneers around the world. She's been published by Mindful Leader and taught at the Omega Institute in New York. She was a founding partner of the groundbreaking Conscious Business World Summit and former host of the world's largest Mindfulness in Business Conference, Wisdom 2.0 in San Francisco. All of her work is infused with uplifting activation energy and of course, her Irish sense of humor. This comes through quite a bit in the podcast. Our conversation focused on the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship, leadership and personal development. As woo or esoteric, as some of these ideas can feel at first, Emily is the master at making these concepts accessible, understandable, and actionable. In this conversation, she guides us through a step-by-step process to help us identify and connect with our inner guidance. This is part of what she calls connecting to evolutionary intelligence. We do this so that we can access that power to make practical decisions in our life and our work. Stay tuned to the end where Emily introduces her six week program for evolutionary leaders, which I very much look forward to participating in myself starting January, 2024. For more information about Emily, follow along here: https://www.evolutionaryintelligenceacademy.com ⁠https://www.instagram.com/evolutionary_intelligence⁠ To sign up for her Evolutionary Intelligence Academy, click here: https://www.evolutionaryintelligenceacademy.com/evolutionaryprofessional

Today, we welcome a creative powerhouse and true soul sister: Joanne "Jo" Garcia. As a first-generation all-American girl raised by Filipino immigrants in the US, Jo is one of those rare breeds of creatives who's equal parts creative thinker and master executor. She's a creative who gets shit done. While meeting Jo was a blessing, the circumstances of our meeting were heartbreaking. My dear friend Elaine battled breast cancer for four years before it took her life this time last year. During this time, Jo stepped into the most demanding role of her life - being the caretaker of our dying friend. In this episode, we speak about Jo's creative journey, the love, loss, and redemption she has experienced, and how her creativity has been an essential part of her burnout recovery that she's used to reclaim her life in the wake of extreme loss.

This week's mini-episode is a dive into how I'm managing to counter the dip in energy and spirits that often occur during the fall-winter seasons. For the next 21 days, I am committing to random acts of kindness as a way to cultivate my intentions of bringing in more love, abundance and freedom into my life. I share some of my own reflections on not meeting my own expectations and the disappointment that followed and why seeking perspective and recalibrating is essential during those lower moments. In setting the intention to manifest more love, abundance, and freedom, I've decided to challenge myself to align my inner world with the tangible external world. Takeaways The fall-winter seasons can bring a dip in energy and spirits, leading to self-judgment and fear. It's important to seek perspective and not dwell in negative emotions. Setting intentions for love, abundance, and freedom can help shift energy and cultivate a positive mindset. Acts of kindness and generosity can have a ripple effect and bring joy to both the giver and the receiver. Aligning actions with internal cultivation and practicing what you preach is essential for personal growth and integrity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:37 The Decision to Do 21 Days of Random Acts of Kindness 03:00 Reflecting on Expectations and Disappointment 04:26 Seeking Perspective and Recalibrating 05:26 Setting Intentions for Love, Abundance, and Freedom 08:47 The 21-Day Kindness Challenge 10:14 Aligning Actions with Internal Cultivation 13:17 Opening Doors for Love, Abundance, and Freedom 14:37 Being Opportunistic with Acts of Kindness 15:35 Cultivating Energy of Love, Abundance, and Freedom 17:02 Commitment to 21 Days of Acts of Service 18:29 Invitation to Join the Challenge

Today, I’m diving into website templates and how to confidently choose and customize one so you feel clear and confident moving forward. Be sure to stay all the way through the end where I’ll share my favorite website template partners and a 15-20% off your website.  And if you listen to this before Black Friday, then you’ll be able to get up to 40% off. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your business journey, this podcast will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create a website that reflects your unique brand and effectively serves your target audience.Find all your website templates (and discount links) here:https://brookeestin.com/websites

In today’s episode, I continue my conversation with Rudy Hexter. Rudy is a man of many talents. He’s a builder of homes that are designed to facilitate thriving as well as a teacher of Qigong and the Life Mandala Training. In our last episode, we talked about finding stability and community in the face of isolation and how inner exploration and spiritual practices provide the spark and fuel for daily life. Today, we explore how this is expressed in the tangible world. After a near-death experience from a motorcycle accident, Rudy had to radically alter his day-to-day life and set aside his self-reliance in order to accept the love and generosity his community offered. With fresh insights and a strong calling, he joined us my signature program, Aligned x Design, where he called in the support he needed, right when he needed it, to intentionally shape his path forward. Join us as we explore resilience and hope in the face of adversity. You can learn more about Rudy here: https://www.facebook.com/artofasha

As we continue the theme of showcasing Aligned x Design alumni, I'm thrilled to welcome Rudy Hexter to today’s episode. Rudy is a man of many talents. He’s a builder of homes that are designed to facilitate thriving as well as a teacher of Qigong and the Life Mandala Training. While navigating a chaotic upbringing full of instability where love felt conditional and fragile, Rudy found himself drawn to embodied practices as a way of grounding himself. On the podcast, he shares how building community and engaging in circle work has helped him explore many limiting beliefs about his relationships to others and to himself that were preventing him from feeling a sense of acceptance and home. Join us in the first of this two-part interview as we explore how community and deep inner reflection can help us learn to nurture ourselves and, in turn, teach and support others.

Today I’m continuing a conversation with Safiya Carroll Labelle, who was featured in our previous episode. Safiya is a multi-passionate artist, musician, web designer and founder of Wildlight Creative, who I had the pleasure of getting to know during the beta launch of my 12-week program, Aligned x Design.  In this episode, we talk about how Safiya learned to create structure around her artistry during Aligned x Design to allow for greater creative expansion. From feeling lost in a swamp to being exhausted by screen time, Safiya shares about career challenges she’s faced and how she uses art as a healing balm to bring herself back into feeling and community. Join us in this second half of our conversation as we explore how we can create the conditions we need to thrive creatively. To Join Aligned x Design, head over to: http://alignedxdesign.com/ More info about Safiya can be found here: https://linktr.ee/Softfirearts IG: @softfirearts IG: @wildlight.creative

Welcome Safiya Carol Labelle to the Art of Lost and Found Podcast! Safiya is a multi-passionate artist, musician, web designer and founder of Wildlight Creative, who I had the pleasure of getting to know during the beta launch of my 12-week program, Aligned x Design.  She grew up on a small island in BC, Canada, in the loving embrace of a vibrant artists’ community. She shares what it was like to grow up in such a free-spirited place and how a traumatic parental divorce and uprooting move with her mother caused her to lose her sense of belonging at the tender age of six. From finding community to fighting traditional constraints as an artist, our conversation was so rich and nourishing that we’re splitting it into two episodes. Join us in this first half as we dive into trusting yourself in the midst of the unknown. **** My conversation with Safiya doesn’t end here–tune in to our next episode for the second half of our conversation where we’ll talk about strategies for building the structure that allows for creative expansion in your life and business. To learn more about Aligned x Design, head over to: http://alignedxdesign.com/

Journey of Creative Healing: From Loss to Authenticity Today we welcome Veronica Lichter to the podcast. Veronica was one of the original students in my signature 12-week Aligned x Design Program, and had a profound transformation that resulted in her quitting her full-time teaching job and making the leap into being a full-time artist. Reflecting on the emotional and nostalgic aspects of the creative process, Veronica shares about importance of gratitude in letting go of things that no longer serve her, including past traumas, limiting beliefs and restrictive identities. She shared her experiences of feeling disconnected from her creativity and intuition, but through self-awareness and cultivating stillness, she was able to reconnect with her true self and activate her creativity in a whole new way.  "There is so much power in trusting in the creative process and surrendering to the magic of life." We explored the concept of trauma and the importance of meeting one's own needs as part of the process of maturing and growing as adults.  By acknowledging and processing our own traumas in order to break the cycle and create a different experience for our children, in particular, Veronica's 6-year-old-daughter, Mazzy. The main takeaway from this episode around the importance of self-awareness, resilience, and bravery in personal growth. These qualities can help us navigate challenges, connect with our true selves, and create a meaningful vision for our lives and work. To learn more about Aligned x Design, head over to: http://alignedxdesign.com/ #neurodivergence #alignedxdesign #designyourlife #onlinebusiness #creativepodcast #theartoflostandfound #clientspotlight #studentspotlight

In today's episode, I finally share my own life story. It's also the origin story for my signature program, Aligned x Design. I didn't just achieve my lifelong dream of living in Spain or running my own 6-figure business overnight. Mine is a story of wayfinding, humbling learnings, and constant course correction. This is the story of my own transformation, and how I developed the frameworks for Aligned x Design. I'm thrilled to share where this life design strategy has led me and dive into how I'm using what I've learned to help guide like-minded creatives, coaches, and entrepreneurs in the process of building a business that supports your life rather than eclipses it. The main take-away is simple: Design for the life you want, not the life you think is available to you.

“Moving into product sales with my templates have given me so much more time. There's been a weight that's been lifted off of my shoulders. I'm not chained to like client responses and deadlines. I'm free." - Melissa Lunt, Brand + Website Designer, Template Designer Today on The Art of Lost & Found Podcast, Melissa Lunt discusses her journey as a creative entrepreneur. She shares about her childhood love for art, struggles with depression and bullying, attending an art magnet high school, and eventually realizing the importance of college for her career- and the challenges of balancing creativity and business. We explore how her transition from creating art for self-expression to using her creativity for business led her to study graphic design. She eventually shifted from doing custom work to creating templates, which gave her the opportunity to explore and grow as a designer and attract the her ideal clients. She shares how her website templates have allowed her to liberate her time while also helping others transform their creativity into a website that feels like them. CLICK HERE TO GET 20% OFF SUPERHERO DESIGN TEMPLATE: use coupon code 'creativeamplifier' at check-out ---- To learn more about Melissa's work, you can follow her below: www.superherodesign.co @superherodesignco

“When you become just a number, not a person, but just a number there to execute the work, It's not sustainable. But I had invested so much in this and the pivot felt like a failure. I needed a change, but I didn't know what to change to since this was all I knew.” - Phil Lashley, Motion Graphics Designer Phil grew up in Barbados with three brothers in a middle-income family where their primary entertainment was their own imagination. After becoming fascinated with TV and visual motion design, he developed the the dreamed of becoming a motion graphics designer. His vision, hard work and commitment led him all the way to the "dream job" working in Hollywood on some of the most successful movies of all time. While Phil was honored to have made it all the way, he felt that his life was slowly eroding. That his dream job had in fact, taken over his entire life. Health problems started to show and he knew that something had to change. But after so much time, energy, resources and money had been invested in his education, it felt daunting to even consider what came next. Pivoting to a new career felt like a failure. Carving out a new path for himself has been incredibly challenging, yet also a beautiful process of self-discovery and personal growth. Now Phil travels the world with his wife helping entrepreneurs use the power of motion graphics to tell more engaging stories across new media platforms. On the podcast, Phil walks us through his proprietary framework called, FRAME, which he used to help guide his clients towards a higher level story that helps share their message in a more resonate, creative and profitable way. To learn more about Phil's work, you can follow him below: www.phillashley.com @phillashley To learn more about Brand Builder's Group, get your Free Personal Brand Strategy Call here: https://freebrandcall.com/be/

Today we welcome Ana Juma (@anajuma), Founder of @prophsee.  She is a creative entrepreneur who believes the art of journaling can be a powerful therapy for anxiety and depression. Through her own process of learning to dance with the darker parts of herself, Juma developed a consistent and deeply supportive journaling practice that she is sharing with the world through her publishing house, Prophsee (@prophsee).  Juma recently published a book of her poetry called 'Back to Earth'. It is a confessional poetry book that tells the story of undertaking the journey from loss and heartache to reclaiming one's truth and sovereignty.  Note: This episode was recorded over a year ago, but so much of what she shares is absolutely timeless. ✨ To follow more about Ana Juma's life, find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anajuma/

“It can feel like we aren’t worthy of putting ourselves out there or carving out a little corner of the internet because we haven’t achieved something yet.” - Amanda Bucci, Author of Followed: The Content Creators Guide to Being Seen, Facing Judgment, and Building an Authentic Personal Brand. Before garnering nearly half a million followers on Instagram, Amanda Bucci struggled with some of the same insecurities that so many of us face. And regardless of having "made it", she still navigates many of those same emotions today. During our wide-ranging conversation, Amanda dives into how judging creativity with a letter grade or some measurement of achievement drained the fun out of her creative expression. As she surrounded herself with science-based studies, she found herself thinking that the creative part of her simply didn’t exist. Cut to the present, where Amanda is a professional content creator who nurtures her creativity every single day as a tool for self-actualization. As we talk about her book, Followed: The Content Creator's Guide to Being Seen, Facing Judgment, and Building an Authentic Personal Brand, Amanda shares a core insight from her journey in entrepreneurship: her creativity isn’t only meant for marketing. She discovered that using her creativity purely to connect to herself with no outcome attached was her cure for burnout. This conversation is wide ranging. We cover creativity, social media, non-monogamy, coming out online, being triggered and so much more. Join us as we explore what it means to be a content creator in the age of social media in the face of being seen, feeling judged, and striving to listen to your own authentic voice.

“Money’s not the end-all and be-all because you can’t spend it from a casket.” - Landen Conner Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Is this who I am? Is this what my life is now?” You’ve put so much effort into getting where you are, only to look around and feel like something is off. This isn’t where you’re supposed to be. If you’ve ever felt out of alignment like this, then today’s episode is a must-listen. After establishing a career in pharmacy, Landen Conner had a serious health scare that forced him to stop in his tracks and deeply evaluate the direction his professional life was taking him. Landen was able to redirect his trajectory through the insight that pain may be necessary to help you get to a specific goal, but only when your actions continue to align with who you want to be as a person. Unnecessary pain comes from when he starts doing things that aren’t in the makeup of what he believes in or who he is. If he forgets to follow up with people or gets short-tempered, he knows it’s a sign he’s out of alignment and needs to shift. Landen found his calling as a personal branding photographer with a unique coaching technique that helps his clients overcome limiting beliefs, insecurity, and pain when it comes to being on camera. He believes that having one truly good picture of yourself can brighten any bad day by reminding you of who you are and who you want to be. Join us as we dive into his monumental pivot, exploring how realigning his actions with his heart fundamentally shifted his quality of life and his perspective on how pain shapes us. You can learn more about Landen at LandenConnerPhoto.com or Impact-Branding.com.

Today we welcome Lucy Alexandra Harper, a designer and creative workshop facilitator and multidisciplinary designer. She shares her story of how she lost her job in the pandemic and how she was able to not only rebound, but to redesign, reimagine and rebuild a new independent creative career. She shares insights on healthy creativity, releasing the need for approval, and taking charge of her own development. You can learn more about her work and follow her journey at: https://www.lucyalexandraharper.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lucyalexandraharper/

Today we welcome to the podcast Ian Koniak, a Sales Coach and Digital Course Creator, who is known by many as "The Master of Sales". Ian has worked at some of the largest companies in the world and holds the sales record at Salesforce to this day. This is somebody who has experienced selling over $100 million. We met through Brand Builder's Group and I helped him create his first online program, Untap Your Sales Potential, which he has taken over the $3M mark in sales - in just its second year. In this episode, Ian shares about his humble beginnings and his deep journey into healing a variety of addictions from sex/porn to gambling to drugs and alcohol. Through chaos, hedonism, international travel, relationships and through the belly of addiction.  Ambitious and self driven from an early age, Ian made the fatal mistake of placing his sense of self and worthiness in the external. This is a familiar struggle for so many of us and Ian demonstrates an extreme version of this. Against all odds, Ian recovered and is actively in recovery. He supports himself through his relationships, habits and continuous investment in his own personal growth, Ian is a pillar for many in his community. He is one of the highest energy, most ambitious and most generous people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Although he is an expert in Sales, he is a master at navigating through the difficulty that life presents. Having wrestled his own demons, Ian is grounded in who he is now. His faith, family and commitment to self-care and growth have guided him through an incredible journey of transformation. Join us as we explore both the internal and external journey of going to hell and back. He is an inspiration to many (myself included) and it's a huge honor to have him as a guest on The Art of Lost and Found podcast. For more on Ian Koniak, check out the following links: website: www.iankoniak.comonline program: www.untapyoursalespotential.comlinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iankoniak

Today we welcome to the podcast Laurie Shiers, a Creativity Coach who believes that creativity has the power to heal our lives and change the world. She helps her clients uncover fresh insights and possibilities, develop powerful habits and create meaningful and lasting change. Reconnecting with her innate sense of joy and wonder is what busted opened the door to Laurie’s own happiness and fulfillment. It allowed her to accept all parts of herself so that she could create with purpose, passion and joy, and align her inner world with her outer one. Laurie began her professional journey as an actor, but chose to pivot to marketing when she faced significant struggles with her inner critic and an unhealthy need for external validation. As she continued to work as a shadow artist making content for other people, she couldn’t shake this nagging feeling that she was out of alignment. She pushed through the grind until personal tragedy, the loss of her brother Robbie, forced her to step back and re-evaluate everything. In this episode, Laurie goes into how aligning her business with her ideal lifestyle helped her discover greater personal fulfillment, as well as how to better be of service to her community and clients. Join us as we delve into what it can look like when we stop and create the space we need to hear and trust our inner voice. For more on Laurie, check out https://laurieshiers.com/ or @brainchildcoaching

Today I’m talking to guest Carrie Alyson, an incredible professional visual artist and graphic designer. Carrie is an extra special guest for me personally.  We met back in 2021 when we were both part of a program called Creative Alchemy, which was run by artist and author, Amber Rae. Carrie’s energy was so warm, friendly, supportive, generous and engaging that she stuck out among the 70+ person group.  We connected more 1 to 1, and she eventually became a private coaching client. We recorded this podcast in 2021, so be sure to check out what Carrie is working on now at aspenhearted.com or on IG @aspenhearted . From a young age, Carrie learned to adjust who she was in order to fit in and feel accepted. She navigated the universal struggles of seeking external validation and feeling imposter syndrome whenever she didn’t express her creativity according to other people’s expectations. As her anxiety ran rampant and she continued to deny her authentic self, Carrie eventually burned out, which caused her to take an extended hiatus from creating. Being the resilient woman she is, Carrie refused to quit. She embedded herself deeper in creative communities and brought in the support she needed to heal. Through our coaching sessions together, she developed practical mantras and expectation-free experiments that helped her let go of the limiting beliefs that were holding her back. During this journey of self discovery, Carrie shares how she learned to let go of the outcome by refusing to put limits on her creativity. Join us on her empowering evolution from a woman just trying to fit in to an authentic and inspiring community leader, creating for others the accepting, exploratory spaces she longed for herself.

Our guest today is Zamir Dhanji. He is a Yoga Teacher - Storyteller - Holistic Counsellor and Founder of @the.mystic.yogi and the Inner Path Deck. A true creative at heart, he is is strongly influenced by developments in modern biology, physics and chemistry as he believes they provide a holistic and paradigm-shifting understanding of the body-mind system -  one that complements the scientific knowledge of ancient yogis. Zam and I go waaaaay back. He and I grew up together in Thailand and have developed a sacred bond over the decades In this episode, we explore the limiting beliefs that “we are not enough” and that “the world is not a safe place”. We dive into how our reactions to trauma often cause us to feel disconnected from nature and disoriented to life. Through deeply personal stories, Zamir leads us through the path he’s taken towards reorienting himself to life, death and a sense of purpose. From rejecting traditional studies on international relations to traveling with an empty wallet through Asia to sharing sacred final moments with his beloved grandfather, Zamir shares his revelations about the cycle of giving - the life practice of learning to give and receive freely with an abundant heart in spite of worldly traumas. Join us as we envision what the world can look like when we all open ourselves to this interconnected lifestyle of abundance and joy.

The guest on today’s show is Hanna Ruddies, an incredible healer, guide, coach and facilitator. Hanna spends her days guiding women through Feminine Embodiment, Ancestral Clearing, Female Sexuality & Womb Wisdom. When Hanna was younger, she had endless bladder infections, was diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), experienced sever pain with sex and masterbation, and had all but given up on healing. But instead of giving up on her healing, she decided to explore a different kind of healing journey and booked a spontaneous trip to Thailand for an intensive shamanism and tantra retreat that changed just about every aspect of her life. She discovered the connections between her illnesses and her deep traumas that went all the way back through her family lineage. The deeper she went, the more she discovered. Hanna says the Tantric, Taoist and Shamanic path opened her heart, body, soul and re-connected her with the divine feminine, which opened up new relationship dimensions across all elements of her life. Originally from Germany, and currently living in Portugal, Hanna now spends her time helping women reconnect with their bodies by learning to see the beauty, grace, power and purpose in all of life’s challenges, joys and changes. A special sidenote for this episode: We get pretty woo woo and unconventional around the topics of spirituality, mysticism, healing and alternative medicine. If that isn’t your vibe, this probably isn’t the episode for you. But if hearing things like “the Divine Feminine” or “Womb Space” is your jam, then let’s get into it.

Our guest today is Molly Elizabeth, a professional artist, imagination doula and founder of The Darling Revolution. She helps creatives come home to themselves so they can imagine & birth a better world. ​ As a Creative Professional, Molly has daily studio practice where she makes mesmerizing abstract expressionist art. She primarily works with acrylic paints, blacklight reflective pigments, collage or any other materials she can get her hands on. She also hosts a creativity focused podcast, also called The Darling Revolution, which dives into creativity, emotional literacy and finding your voice. ​ She believes that often, we are conditioned to stay quiet, stay small, not make too much of a fuss, and stop trusting our desires and imagination. If we can have a safe space to come home to these parts of ourselves, we can find the inner power source that we need to revolutionize our world. ​ But Molly wasn’t always the colorful, provocative, out-spoken creative doula she is today.  Molly grew up within a very conservative evangelical family and community, where she married young, had kids and eventually rose all the way to becoming a worship leader within her evangelical church community. Then, she experienced a deep loss that shook her faith in everything she had known.  She began to question her faith and the deeper she got, the more disconnected she became from what she had known. ​ On the podcast today, she shares her story, how had to lose everything in order to discover her truest self and how she uses her creative practices and communities to maintain the connection with herself and those around her. TOPICS COVERED: ​ Value and power of creativity Finding yourself in the midst of loss​ Grief for the loss of a loved one and how it led her to question her faith Losing her faith in the Evangelical notion of God Learning to forgive, rebuild trust and create a new version of community and so much more! ​ ​ CONNECT WITH MOLLY:​ ​ Molly Elizabeth on Instagram Molly's The Darling Revolution Podcast Molly's original artwork Molly's artwork merchandise

Our guest today is Nuno Queimado, a professional actor and acting teacher.  But his journey to get there was far from linear. Nuno made the difficult decision to pursue a degree in psychotherapy, rather than the more traditional and personally appealing path of becoming an engineer. As part of his training to become a psychotherapist, he of course had to undergo psychotherapy himself.  Through the experience of having his own therapist and learning to process his deeper emotions, feelings and experiences, he uncovered a life changing desire: he wanted to be an artist, and specifically, he wanted to do musicals. He shifted courses quite dramatically and moved to London where he joined a theater group and learned musical theater.  Despite being several years behind his peers, he went all in and eventually made it, and in 2018 he landed the Alternate Lead role of Hamilton in the critically acclaimed and multi-award winning Broadway musical, Hamilton, which (up until the pandemic) he has been performing in London's West End. On today’s episode, Nuno shares about how growing up in Portugal and learning to be a social chameleon left him feeling lost and disconnected from his own experience.  He shares his story of coming out o the closet as a gay man and how his work now centers around the power of creative expression to spread love, joy, empathy and connection.

Today on The Art of Lost and Found, our guest speaker is Cassey Shapiro. She is an Filipino-Australian living the dream in Amsterdam. We met many years ago when I was working with Impact Hub and came to the city often. Several years later when I moved to Amsterdam, Cassey quickly became one of my besties. Her smile, sense of humor and dedication to having a good time endeared me to her forever. After having worked in Advertising at Saatchi & Saatchi Australia, she went on to work at several advertising agencies in London, where she gained even more experience working with clients like Emirates, Sky, L'Oreal, and Suzuki before making her way to Amsterdam, where she completed her MBA. Cass spent several years rising up the ranks at WeWork Amsterdam yet she left just before the big epic crash that company and landed another level up at Reaktor, a European tech consultancy and agency, where she still works today. The heart of her creative reinvention story came in the wake of a great loss that encompassed both her personal and professional life. She had to break down her entire identity since everything she had relied on to help her create it was based on external factors: a relationship, a job and a comfortable living situation.  Cass’ creative journey and reinvention was something I witnessed in real time and couldn’t help but be inspired by her journey.

Nicolette Ghariadeh is a Feminine Embodiment & Intimacy Coach and serves as a powerful guide for women on their healing journeys.  What started out as an exploration of her own healing journey quickly evolved into full on creative transformation. After spending 7 years working in the adult entertainment industry as a stripper, she became increasingly aware of the parts of herself she was learning to heal and made bold decisions to shift her entire life to align with the true self she was uncovering.  Now, Nicolette is working full time as a women’s coach offering private 1:1 coaching and is currently working on developing a guided group program that covers feminine healing topics such as self-love, sensuality, relationships & intimacy and feminine expression.

Today on The Art of Lost and Found, our guest speaker is Sophie Lloyd.  Sophie Lloyd is a professionally trained Dancer, Yoga Teacher, Poet, and Creative Writer who I had the good fortune of meeting at a deeply intimate and nourishing women's retreat in Portugal. ​ In our conversation, Sophie shares her engaging backstory as a creative professional, narrating how creativity has always been a part of her life. We learn how she found her way forward, channeling her creative energy into writing and eventually becoming a published writer. Sophie trained in dance all her life and went on to become a professional dancer when most people go to university. Investing so much in her dance career helped her evolve as an artist and taught her to stay focused. Coming from a family of professionals working in the creative space, Sophie was familiar with the uncertainty that came with the profession. Today, she opens up about her journey as a dancer, yoga teacher, and creative writer. Sophie shares her experience getting deeper into her body through her yoga practice to make it a part of her life. We also discuss the challenges faced by creative professionals amid the #COVID19 lockdown worldwide and how to overcome them. As someone who enjoys making people smile through her writing, Sophie resorts to humor to help transform her thinking in the most tiring of times. "This whole, this structure of life that we're living in, it's all a bit silly, isn't it? Don't take it too seriously." ​ TOPICS COVERED: [01:19] Who is Sophie Lloyd? [3:03] Is creativity always expressive? [5:08] When Sophie started dancing. [06:14] Were Sophie’s parents supportive? [07:54] Why being driven by external validation is a trap and why loving the process is so important. [11:05] How COVID pushed us to have an unhealthy relationship with creativity. [12:46] Inviting creativity through wellbeing practices. [15:36] The restrictive cultural LIES we are told about creativity. [17:16] Finding creative expression. [20:48] Navigating impostor syndrome [22:43] What happens when your creativity is suppressed. [24:00] The gifts you get when you find creative expression. [26:16] What COVID-19 made us reevaluate. [28:37] Working without a structure. [31:20] Having a dialogue with characters who make up who you are. [33:32] How the pandemic proved that our old systems do not work. [35:16] One thing Sophie would tell you and her younger self. [36:33] Connecting with Sophie (and a beautiful reading!) ​ CONNECT WITH Sophie: ​ Sophie Lloyd on Instagram Sophie Lloyd's Friday Poem ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Today's episode features Corey Johnson. Corey is an internationally recognized brand strategist and brand identity designer and the co-founder of Viral Impact Studios, which he created with Prince EA (the spoken word artist and global phenomenon of an influencer with millions of followers). In addition to his brand and consulting work, he also is a recording artist under the stage name Corey Iris. His music sounds like a cross between The Weekend and Drake, but with his own personal flavor that makes it uniquely his own.  In this episode, Corey shares deeply personal experiences about his childhood and what led them into entrepreneurship and how a near-death experience at a Drake concert helped him to refocus on what matters and his exciting predictions about a more vibrant, diverse, and multifaceted future of the creative space. For more information, head over to www.brookeestin.com/podcast

Today’s episode is my first solo mini-episode! On today's episode, I go over the pattern that I am starting to see after having done 20+ interviews with all types of creatives. What is starting to emerge is a pattern similar to Joseph Campbell's The Hero's Journey  or Maureen Murdock's The Heroine's Journey, but with some key differences.  I refer to it as The Creative's Journey. During the first half of of the episode, I walk you step-by-step through the framework that is starting to crystalize.  Then, for the second half of the podcast, I go into my own personal Creative Journey as I map my own experience onto the framework. My story begins with  a story from age 5 when I first learned about the power of my own imagination and how I've used my imagination to reframe difficult situations that allow me to shift my perspective and rise to the challenge of reinvention after a crisis.

Today’s episode features Johnny Reyes, a globally renowned Music Producer, Recording Artist, DJ and Film Composer.  He began to DJ warehouse parties in the San Francisco rave scene at age 14 yet his story took a dark turn as he found himself deep in the hedonistic party scene where he was battling debilitating addictions, depression and even a suicide attempt. He eventually went to rehab, where he learned how to evolve his creativity without the need for his dangerous and addictive vices.  In addition to offering Addiction Coaching and Recovery Support, he is also the co-founder of I AM Retreats, a healing retreat company focused on amplifying wellness through sound-science and personalized audio production.  On today’s episode we explore the highs and lows of his creative recovery and transformation and the roles his relationships, health and career have played and what wisdom he has picked up along the journey.

Today's episode features Ashley Wilson, a creative entrepreneur, singer and musician based out of San Francisco, CA. Ashley is a marketer who has spent the last decade working in the San Francisco tech start world. In 2016, she founded Olivine Marketing, a boutique product marketing agency. Olivine has since evolved into a collective of product marketers and creatives, as well as a full-scale production company that helps  global SaaS companies tell their story better through cinematic videos, product marketing strategy and sales. Before starting Olivine, Ashley worked as a marketing consultant for developer-focused tech startups, which is how our paths crossed. As Ashley and I grew closer, she shared more about her creative journey which even included attending a performing arts high school, learning to play the jazz piano and launching her professional singing career. In this episode we discuss her creative journey and how she manages to balance her tech marketing entrepreneurial life with her growing singing career as a performing artist.  For more information and show notes, head over to www.brookestin.com/podcast

Today’s episode features Michael Kass, the founder of Story and Spirit. As a facilitator, coach, speaker, and award-winning storyteller, he's passionate about helping people, organizations and communities discover and harness the power of their stories to create change. Our conversation explores how Michael’s acting career led him to Hollywood and how he eventually found his way to the work of transformational storytelling. Whether giving corporate workshops, performing in an award-winning one man show or facilitating deep dealing work, Michael’s creativity is constantly evolving as new serendipitous opportunities reveal themselves along his journey. For more information, head over to www.brookeestin.com/podcast

Today’s episode features Diem Truong-Nguyen, a US-based artist and consultant. Our conversation covers her story of overcoming the “model minority” pressure of being a first generation Asian-American, how she found her way back to her creativity after a 10 year hiatus and how she learned to cultivate self-love through the timeless art of tattoo. For more information, head over to www.brookeestin.com/podcast

The Art of Lost and Found is a podcast that explores creative recovery and transformation. The core idea is simple: Every one of us is creative, even if we don’t know how to access it. It's in our nature. The key is re-learning how to access and use it as your own superpower. Being creative is NOT about making art, but rather it’s about rising above traditional ideas, patterns or relationships in order to create something new and meaningful. It's a tool to help you consider alternative perspectives, experiment with new ideas and better deal with uncertainty and challenges across all areas of your life. Join Creative Amplifier, Brooke Estin on a creative journey to explore stories and uncover insights, resources and tools to help you align your most creative, purposeful life. If you’re an aspiring or blocked creative, then tune in to hear stories, uncover insights and find resources and tools to help you reconnect with and activate your own creative superpowers. Learn more at www.brookeestin.com/podcast