Muse

Turning 39 & Done With Overthinking!This episode started with a simple question I heard in a video:“Am I in enough places to be seen?”A good question.A useful question.But within minutes I caught myself wondering if I was visible enough, doing enough, showing up in the “right” places to move my life forward.And that’s when I realized something uncomfortable.Those questions weren’t even mine.In this episode I talk about attention and the invisible force shaping our creative lives more than we realize. Every post we scroll, every voice we listen to, every idea we absorb becomes part of the lens through which we see our own work.Sometimes inspiration fuels us.Sometimes it quietly turns into a measuring stick.I also share the shift moving towards lately, and what I’ve been calling my “unthinking era.”Less overthinking.Less comparison.More creating.This episode is about recognizing when your attention has drifted away from your own path and how to bring it back.Because what you pay attention to doesn’t just influence your creativity.It becomes the blueprint for your life.In this episode we talk about:• Why attention is the most important creative decision you make• The subtle trap when inspiration turns into comparison• How other people's advice can accidentally derail your own path• What my new “unthinking era” actually means• Simple ways to redirect your attention when your mind starts overthinking.If this episode resonates, send it to someone who might need the reminder too. That genuinely helps the show grow.And thank you for being here for Episode 39.Keep Creating :)

When we stop creating, life does not fall apart.Something essential goes quiet.This episode of Muse explores why creating matters beyond productivity, identity, or outcome. Creation is not just self expression. It is a form of participation. A way humans process reality, share meaning, and recognize themselves in one another.We talk about creation as circulation, art as generosity, and why contribution is not about scale, but clarity. From artists who reshaped culture to the quiet ways people participate simply by feeling moved, this episode is an invitation to see creativity as a living exchange. Not an extra. A necessity.If you have ever felt the pull to create, or felt deeply changed by something someone else made, this episode is for you.Muse is a monthly podcast exploring creativity, meaning, and the inner life.

Authenticity gets talked about like a vibe you can put on...but when your voice is evolving, that advice falls apart fast.In this episode of Muse, I talk about why authenticity isn’t an aesthetic, how confidence actually builds through learning yourself, and why alignment is a practice you return to and not a place you arrive at.We explore:why confidence doesn’t come from success or pushing harderhow learning your voice builds trust over timerecognizing when something feels off, and listening to that signalwhy pausing can bring more clarity than forcing momentumIf you’ve ever stopped mid-project because it didn’t sound like you, this episode is for you.Authenticity ≠ aestheticConfidence builds through familiarity, not proofAlignment is a practice, not a personality traitCreative growth isn’t linearYour signals matter: frustration, excitement, clarityPausing is part of the processHow do you show up more authentically, with confidence and in alignment? Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Most people try to figure out what they want by adding more… but clarity actually comes from knowing what you don’t.In this episode, we explore how your “no’s” reveal what truly excites you, how to turn your don’ts into direction, and why creative clarity begins with subtraction.Featuring examples from Tarantino, Nolan, and Gwen Stefani — three creators who know exactly what they stand for.If this episode hits, follow Muse on Spotify or subscribe on YouTube so you don’t miss next week’s drop.LINKS: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

If you’ve ever felt stuck, scattered, or completely blank when trying to come up with ideas, you’re not alone. Whether you’re overflowing with thoughts or feel like your brain is on pause, this episode breaks down what’s actually happening under the surface.We’ll explore:What an idea really is (and why that matters)How curiosity sparks ideationThe two most common states that block idea flowWhat it takes to cultivate, sustain, and create from your ideas over timeI’ll also walk through a real example of how a single question sparked by a TikTok, led me down a path of exploration, research, and insight. This isn’t about getting "better" ideas. It’s about learning how to recognize them, follow them, and build trust with your own creative rhythm.🎧 This episode pairs with Ep. 34 — "Why Starting Feels So Hard & How to Finally Begin Again⁠"Listen to that one next if you're ready to take your idea and actually start.✨ Related links:🎙️ Listen to the episode 34: Why Starting Feels So Hard & How to Finally Begin Again — for those ready to take the next step and actually start creating📺 Watch: The Jazz of Thinking — a full video about curiosity, rhythm, and how nonlinear thinking becomes clarity. (Not a podcast episode, but closely connected to today’s theme.)🎥 ⁠@DrRachelBarr on TikTok⁠If you’re on your own journey of self-expression, creative growth, or just learning how to follow your ideas then stick around.Muse is the space where we turn curiosity into creation.

Starting is the hardest part — not the work itself, just the beginning.If you’ve been wanting to create again but keep stalling, this episode breaks down why beginnings feel so heavy, and how to finally move through that friction.Inside the episode:• the emotional weight of starting• perfectionism + identity pressure• fear of visibility• why your brain treats beginnings like a threat• how to start again in a way that’s actually sustainableStart with one tiny pointLower the emotional stakesChoose momentum over masteryCreate a starting ritualStop before you’re drainedThis is the direction Muse is moving:real conversations about creativity, momentum, identity, and actually making things again.Follow the pod if you’re ready to start — or start again.⭐ The 5 Ways to Begin Again:Start with one tiny pointLower the emotional stakesChoose momentum over masteryCreate a starting ritualStop before you’re drainedThis is the direction Muse is moving:real conversations about creativity, momentum, identity, and actually making things again.👉 Follow the pod if you’re ready to start, or start again.👇 https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

This week’s episode is honest.Not polished, not profound, just real.I’ve been stuck, frustrated, unmotivated, and uninspired.But two things kept me moving:→ starting a new project (my prints)→ and my commitment to 100 episodes.Not every week is exciting.Not every episode is the “big one.”Some are just the truth of showing up, even when I don’t feel like it.Consistency > perfection.And this episode is part of that journey.If you’re in a funk, or you’ve been avoiding your work, or you’re trying to build something that isn’t always fun…this one’s for you.Would love to know what tools or perspectives help you when you're in a funk? Follow if you haven’t already. New chapters every week… whether I’m ready or not.LINK TO MORE: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

What if your creativity followed the same physics as nature?You’re not stuck, you’re just in a different season.This episode maps your creative process like the four seasons of the year:🌱 Spring – ideas sprout☀️ Summer – energy expands🍂 Autumn – refine and harvest❄️ Winter – rest and integrateYou’ll learn how to spot the weather patterns in your own creativity, and what each one’s trying to grow.– Spot your current phase without judging it– Stop chasing endless output– Learn how each season fuels the nextWhen you work with your natural rhythm, growth stops feeling like a fight.--> For More: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

We always talk about creating, and rarely about carving.In this episode, we explore self-editing as the secret art of creative evolution. Editing isn’t about deleting what you made, it’s about uncovering what was always waiting underneath.From creative decisions to emotional growth, “The Art of Self-Editing” reframes refinement as freedom and not restriction. 🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to refine your work, your voice, and maybe even yourself.🔔 Follow for more weekly episodes on creativity, self-knowledge, and the art of building your freedom-designed life.—📸 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damarissgalvez/?hl=en& TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dsgalvez?lang=en📚 Join the Bratty Book Club on Substack: https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-club🧠 Main Substack (Hub):https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D

Most people are drowning in inspiration, but starving for originality. And it’s not because you’re not creative, it’s because you’re not curating.In this episode, we break down the step no one talks about: the filter between input and output. If you’re trying to find your voice, sharpen your taste, get into creative flow, or simply stop feeling overwhelmed by the noise, then this conversation is your reset.In this episode:why unfiltered input kills your originalityhow curation shapes your voice, taste, and identitythe link between curation, flow, and creative momentumsimple ways to curate your influences and protect your creative mindListen in, then go curate your world. Your future work will thank you.Follow for more episodes like this! Check Out my other work: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Why do some days feel creatively electric and others feel like static? In this episode, I break down the two forces that shape your creative identity way more than discipline ever could: flow and taste.You’ll learn how to turn flow into momentum, how to train your taste so your work actually feels like you, and why most creatives get stuck in loops they don’t even realize they’re in.If this episode hits, follow the show, share it with a friend, and check out my creative tools + resources here:https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvezLet’s build a life you can feel.

What Nature Taught Me About Momentum You Can’t See:This week’s episode started with a simple walk. No music, no podcast, just me, my dogs, and a quiet moment that turned into some realizations. As I watched how much nature had changed in a place I hadn’t visited for years, I realized: Nature keeps growing even when there is no one there to notice. I talk about the kind of momentum you can’t track or plan for. The one that builds under the surface while you’re busy thinking nothing’s changing.About how walking, noticing, and creating all tap into that same rhythm of invisible progress.This one’s part reflection, part experiment. Because maybe the real science of showing up is this: trusting that growth is happening even when you can’t see it yet.Follow My Journey: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvezLink to TikTok mentioned: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMAXaUWrf/

Season 2 begins...not because I had to start over, but because the energy shifted.The pace changed. My space changed. I changed.This episode is about ignition; physical, creative, and energetic.The word for this month is RE-IGNITION and this is the first time I’ve set a monthly intention like this. Everything I’ve been doing, from revamping my room to reclaiming my rhythm, has been about letting that word shape how I move, how I create, and how I show up.I’m sharing:-> Why that single word set the tone for everything I’ve done this month-> How movement (literal and internal) reactivated my creative flow-> Why creating space to experiment without pressure is so essential-> And how having this podcast has helped me return—not from absence, but through alignmentThis isn’t a polished comeback. It’s the result of living my way into clarity, then letting the next season follow.Follow The Revamp: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

🎉 25 episodes, 6 months, and my first video ep. Muse Season 1 is officially wrapped.This one’s part celebration, part reflection, part love letter to what I’ve learned by showing up each week.Instead of a full walkthrough I’m pulling the four big themes that carried me through:🌱 purpose and alignment🔥 trust and self image✨ creative spark and flow🎙 identity, storytelling, and expressionFrom Bratty Book Club sparks to rethinking flow, from self trust to being seen, this season became the foundation for the whole ecosystem I’m building.Season 2 starts next week → all in video, deeper Substack tie ins, and more room to create on my own terms.Thanks for riding this wave with me. Here’s to what’s next.Join Bratty Book Club: https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-clubFollow for More: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Two books, one realization: the stories we tell shape who we believe we are.In this episode, I explore how storytelling and identity are woven together, and why belonging so often begins with the narratives we carry about who we are. From childhood moments of wanting to fit in, to the inner conflict of feeling different but not wanting to be like everyone else, I share how these personal stories shaped the way I connect with people and the world around me.What if the way we see ourselves or don’t, comes from stories we didn’t even realize we were telling?And what happens when we finally allow ourselves to be seen?This isn’t a deep dive. It’s a reflection on identity, belonging, and the quiet power of rewriting your inner narrative when the old one doesn’t fit anymore.—And if you’re into books, mischief, and side-spirals join Bratty Book Club →https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-clubFor more riffs, reflections, and creative chaos → https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Being multi passionate is beautiful but it isn’t always stable. Over the years I’ve gone from culinary arts to pottery to design and beyond, trying to figure out where it all leads. Do I teach Do I create for the algorithm Or do I just keep making art for the sake of making it.In this episode I share honestly about the tension between being an artist and being a creator, and how I’m learning to build a path that doesn’t really exist yet. I walk through the compass I’ve created, my mission of Freedom Design, my four pillars, and why I remind myself again and again I am an artist first.If you’re also trying to create a life outside the box this one’s for you.Check Out My Work: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvezAnd As Always Keep Creating :)

This week I'm sharing about starting over. A video sparked some ideas and now I'm feeling overwhelmed about the changes I've made and how to actually get started. Learning to give myself grace and understanding that I don't have to have everything figured out. Feeling grateful to have this platform to share my feelings and thoughts in real time as I'm needing to process these changes. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just trying to work though so heavy feelings. Know that you're not alone. Take some time to move through these feelings. Maybe this episode can support where you're at even just a little! Check Out My Work: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvezAnd As Always, Keep Creating xox

My very first guest episode is here! I sit down with my beautiful friend Mohammed—funny, creative, charismatic, and one of those people who makes any space brighter. Together we dive into our creative outlets, the struggles and joy of learning, and what it looks like to keep growing as artists and as people.This one is more raw, collaborative, and storytelling-driven than my solo episodes—you’ll hear us laugh, reflect, and even uncover things we didn’t know about each other. Mohammed brings his own perspective as a dancer, actor, and artist, adding new layers to the themes of Muse: personal growth, creativity, and self-expression.And yes, by the end we’re already plotting a possible monthly series—“Moody Mondays with Mohammed.” 👀Check Out More:https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

In today’s quick solo episode, I check in on the week, set an intention, and dive into a question we all wrestle with: how do we actually find alignment in our lives?I also share why my guest episode with my friend Mohammed isn’t dropping just yet—I wanted to give our long, thoughtful chat the time it deserves in editing. So for now, it’s just you and me.We grow up thinking clarity will just arrive with age—but the truth is, the older we get, the harder it can feel to figure out what we really want. The blocks get louder, the paths get blurrier.But alignment? It’s not something you stumble into—it’s something you return to.✨ The hopeful, younger version of you who believed things would work out✨ The joy and curiosity that still lights you up, even now✨ The permission to follow what feels fun—even if the path isn’t fully clearAlignment shifts as we shift. It can be found in work, family, projects, or the small everyday sparks that make life worth showing up for.This episode is your reminder that you can find it. You can trust yourself. And you can choose joy—at any age, in any season.So the question is: what will you do to find alignment today?—✨ Let’s stay connected:Follow me or check out: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Lately I’ve been feeling… off. Trying to figure out where the momentum I had to create went.This episode is a raw reflection on that strange space—when you’re surrounded by ideas, content, inspiration… and still feel like you can't create. I share how I’ve been sitting in that over-and-under-stimulated headspace, and the 3 shifts I’m making to reset my creative system:Cutting back on short-form contentImmersing myself in long-form: YouTube, books, movies, articlesCreating a digital garden to hold what I’m learning and what moves meIf you’ve been feeling foggy, distracted, or numb to your own spark, you’re not alone. This is a recalibration. A soft revolt against noise. A way back to real creative clarity.—✨ LINKS → Follow me: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez→ Join the newsletter + Bratty Book Club: https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-clubI hope this encourages you today! And as always, Keep Creating!

Sometimes the best episodes aren’t the ones you planned—they’re the ones that arrive in the moment, unpolished but true. In this episode, I share why podcasting has become my personal outlet, not a performance.I talk about stepping away from the pressure of algorithms, slow growth, and what happens when you create for yourself first. Because when you stop chasing trends and start following the spark, you find the real joy in making—whether it reaches five people today or five thousand five years from now.If you’ve ever felt stuck creating for the “shoulds,” this is your reminder: your voice matters most when it’s yours.✨ Connect + Explore📬 Join my Substack Bratty Book Club: https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-club🌐 All links, projects, and tools: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

In this first episode of August, we’re talking about something that feels… real. That weird in-between space where your creative energy feels quiet, unclear, or flat-out missing.Finding Your Spark (When You Feel in Limbo) is a reflection on what it means to honor slower seasons and still trust that your creativity hasn’t left you—it’s just shifting shape.I share a bit about where I’m at creatively, what I’ve learned about letting sparks lead without needing a big outcome, and why softness, curiosity, and small flickers still count.✨ Plus! Bratty Book Club officially kicks off this week—our first Substack post drops Thursday, August 7th. So if you're into books, personal chaos, and unfiltered opinions, come hang out there too.🎧 Episode topics include:- Creative limbo and seasonal energy shifts- How to feel creative without “producing” anything- Permission to rest, feel lost, and still be an artist- Soft ways to find your next spark🎟 Join Bratty Book Club: https://damarisgalvez.substack.com/s/bratty-book-club📸 Follow along: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez💌 Muse drops every Monday.

This summer has felt different.I’m not pushing as hard. I’m not moving as fast.And instead of fighting that, I’m learning to trust the season I’m in.In this episode, we explore how to navigate creative resistance when it’s actually a signal—not a stop sign. I share how I’m redefining purpose, letting go of hustle guilt, and finding clarity through rest, reflection, and intentional slowness.We talk about:– What it means to create slowly– How to tell if it’s rest or resistance– Why purpose isn’t always tied to productivity– Daily practices to reconnect with your creative sparkIf you’ve been feeling off, this might be the reminder you needed:You’re still a creative—even when you’re moving slow.—🎙New episodes every Monday💭 Want to support the pod? Rate, review & share📱 Let’s connect: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvezAnd As Always, Keep Creating

What if self-trust wasn’t a feeling... but a series of tiny recalibrations that reshape who you are?In this episode, I’m taking you deep into my own story—how I slowly learned to trust myself, not just in theory, but in real-life decisions that shaped who I am. From being the eldest daughter trying to please everyone, to choosing to leave home at 17, to building a new creative identity rooted in alignment and truth—this one’s personal.We’re also talking Psycho-Cybernetics and the power of self-image:“Change the self-image and you change the personality and behavior.” – Maxwell MaltzBecause how you see yourself shapes every boundary, every risk, every possibility. Let’s break that wide open together.🎧 In this episode:– My real-life stages of self-trust (the messy, the brave, and the rebuilding)– Why self-image runs deeper than mindset– How your inner voice shapes your outer reality– The moment I realized I could make mistakes and still trust myself– Simple, powerful ways to start building trust in yourself right now🎨 Wanna go deeper?✨ Take the free quiz → What Type of Creative Are You?🌀 Start the course → The Creative Spiral: Start Before You’re Ready🎁 Grab your toolkit → Creative Type Downloads💌 Let’s stay in orbit:📚 Explore everything → Visit 💌 Substack → Coming soon—If this episode hit home, share it with someone who’s learning to trust themselves too.You don’t have to be ready. You just have to begin. 💛

Hello hola hola… welcome back to Muse—where creativity and personal growth merge.This week, I’m talking about how presence and perspective have been my lifelines after getting laid off last month. It’s been shaking up how I see myself, my work, and my future—and helping me redefine what matters most as an artist.I’m sharing:✨ The personal pillars I’ve never shared publicly before—the compass guiding how I live and create✨ How presence helps me stay connected to my truth (instead of getting lost in “what’s next?”)✨ How perspective helps me reframe challenges into possibility and creativity✨ Practical tools and questions to help you ground yourself and your creative work, even when life feels messyPresence and perspective aren’t just life tools—they’re creative tools that keep us moving, exploring, and expressing ourselves authentically.Thanks for tuning in, and I’d love to hear: What helps you stay grounded when life shifts?Keep creating!For More Tools:https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

I’ve officially hit the 4-month mark of this podcast—and launched a creative quiz, toolkits, and my new Creative Spiral Course in that time. And yet… I just got laid off.This episode, I’m getting raw about how losing my job has made me question everything: why I create, what my work means, and what purpose looks like when life changes overnight.I’m sharing 8 ways I’m finding and redefining purpose, even in chaos:Listening to the quiet voice beneath the noiseCreating before I’m readyFollowing curiosity’s threadsNoticing what feels alive—even when it’s scaryReframing hard shit as part of my storyTrusting the future version of meBuilding community around shared valuesAllowing my purpose to evolvePurpose isn’t one big aha moment—it’s the tiny choices we make every day.✨ Mentioned in this episode:→ Take my free Creative Type Quiz→ Dive deeper with The Creative Voice Toolkits→ Check out The Creative Spiral CourseWhat’s one thing you do—big or small—that makes you feel like you’re living on purpose? Let’s talk about it.Keep creating.

Ever feel like your creativity goes MIA? One minute you’re on fire, the next you’re ghosting your own projects.Been there. Built my way back. That’s why I created The Creative Spiral—a raw, real system to get you unstuck and back into your work, no matter how many times you fall off.→ 28 pages of sharp prompts, videos, audio guides, and savage truth-bombs→ Built for creatives who refuse to stay stuck→ Ready to finish what you start—for realBecause your creative fire is worth it.PLUS:🎨 Want to know how you naturally create—and why you get stuck? Take my Creative Type Quiz. Discover your creative style and your color—and what makes your creative spark burn brightest.🛠️ Dive deeper with the Creative Toolkits designed for your unique creative type.Link: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

Ever wonder why you create the way you do? Or why sometimes your voice feels loud, clear, and alive—and other times it’s buried under resistance, self-doubt, or fog? In this episode, Dámaris pulls back the curtain on her latest creative project: a powerful quiz designed to help you discover your unique creative type.She shares why she built it, what it reveals (and doesn’t), and how it evolved alongside her own identity as a multi-passionate artist. This isn’t about labels or boxes—it’s a mirror. A map. A soft but sharp nudge back to your own creative truth.You’ll hear:Why the original quiz didn’t quite fit anymoreThe shift toward creative voice over personalityA sneak peek at the Creative Voice Toolkit—the next step after the quizHow this framework helps you reconnect to your work after burnout, life detours, or just plain getting lost✨ Take the free quiz now → https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6858d5ddacb03100156fd73c🧰 Grab your Creative Type Toolkit→ https://www.damarisgalvez.com/shophttps://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez“You already know what kind of creative you are. This quiz just reminds you.”

In this episode, we're talking about something most creatives struggle with but rarely say out loud: self- validation.Why is it so hard to celebrate ourselves without feeling cringe? Why do we downplay our creative wins, wait for permission to feel proud, or need external approval to feel like it counts?I share a personal moment from my own life this week and how I caught myself shying away from being seen, and how that's connected to deeper beliefs around worth, ego and visibility. We’ll talk about:- The link between self-worth and creative output- Why celebration isn’t ego, it’s connection- How to break the habit of moving on too fast from your own wins- Simple ways to validate yourself (without applause)Plus, I’m so excited to share what’s coming:🧭 Creative Quiz – a free tool to help you uncover what type of creative you are🧰 Creative Toolkit – designed to help you take action based on your creative type🌀 And a mini-course launching in a couple of weeks to help you reset your creative momentum and reconnect with your voiceIf you're ready to stop chasing likes and start owning your voice, this one's for you!

Where does creative momentum really come from? And why does it vanish the moment you start questioning it?In this week’s episode of Muse, we’re getting unapologetically honest about Drive, Desire, and Momentum—the emotional fuel that powers creative work (and life).You’ll hear:Why hustle culture kills authentic drive—and what to build insteadHow to reconnect with your core desires (without guilt or shame)The truth about momentum: how to spark it and how to keep it aliveIf you’ve been stuck in “overthinking instead of moving”—or craving that wild creative force again—this is your reset.✨ Now is the perfect time to shake off stagnant energy and reignite your creative fire. Let’s do it.Links: https://linktr.ee/DamarisGalvez

EP. 9 — Expectations, Intentions, and Aligned ActionThis week, I’m pulling back the curtain. No script, just truth. After feeling a massive internal shift, I’m changing how I show up—on this podcast, on socials, and in life. We’re talking expectations: the ones we place on ourselves, how they quietly shape our actions, and what it looks like to move from pressure to presence.This episode is for anyone feeling the weight of doing things “right” and craving something real. We’ll explore:— signs you're living in expectation instead of intention— why burnout, resentment, and creative blocks are often rooted in this— how to shift into aligned, grounded action— the power of just 3% movement toward the version of you you’re becomingIt’s not about perfect execution—it’s about honest evolution. If you’ve been feeling a mid-year nudge to realign, this one's your permission slip to do it your way.Tune in. Breathe deep. Let’s move.

In the final episode of The Unraveling arc, we land at The Becoming Point—the moment when you stop waiting to be ready and just start.This episode dives into what it really means to be a beginner, why humility is essential to growth, and how teaching yourself something new expands your identity—not just your skills.If you’ve been avoiding something because you’re scared of being bad at it, this one’s for you.Take The Edge Map Quiz to find out where your creative energy is coming from—and what your next move could be:https://tally.so/r/wMgQ5A

This week on Muse, we’re talking about showing up as your real, raw self—even when it’s terrifying.We unpack what authentic self-expression really means, how we learned to hide parts of ourselves, and why reclaiming our full creative voice is essential.Whether you’ve been diluting your truth, splitting yourself across different roles, or feeling blocked in your creative work—this episode is your invitation to get real again.Want help finding where your voice is right now?Take The Edge Map Quiz to discover your creative archetype and a challenge to bring that part of you out of hiding:https://tally.so/r/wMgQ5A

It’s not failure we fear—it’s being seen.Not just visible, but witnessed in the raw, unfinished, becoming stage of our creative process.In this episode, I explore what it really means to be seen as a creator—and why it feels so damn uncomfortable. We’ll talk about the nervous system roots of creative fear, what it costs to stay hidden, and how to move through vulnerability with courage (not perfection). You’ll hear my own journey of learning to show up, speak up, and share even when I wasn’t “ready.”If fear has ever stopped you from hitting publish, sharing your truth, or fully expressing your voice—this one's for you.We’ll cover:Why being seen feels so riskyThe link between vulnerability and visibilitySigns you’re in creative survival modeHow to work with fear instead of against itWhy showing up imperfectly is powerfulThis is a truth-soaked, tender episode for anyone craving real connection through their creativity. Let’s face the fear together.New episode next week: Authentic Self-Expression.

Welcome to a brand new arc inside Muse — The Unraveling. In this episode, I talk about the creative lies we tell ourselves to feel safe—especially the one that says we just need more time.I share the story of how a single pottery class unlocked a path I wasn’t ready for… and how I nearly lost it by waiting for the “right” moment.This isn’t about perfect timing. It’s about showing up imperfectly, honestly, and letting your creativity live now—not someday.✨ If you’ve ever said, “I’ll start when I’m ready,” this one’s for you.🎙️ Topics in this episode:The myth of not having enough timeLearning to trust your gut before you feel “ready”How small creative shifts lead to big breakthroughsThe origin of Tierra Forma CeramicsThe difference between pressure and presence🌱 Let this be your reminder: You don’t need more time. You just need to begin.

In this episode, we're digging into the difference between self-esteem and confidence- and why understanding it changes everything. Self-esteem is how you value yourself.Confidence is how you trust yourself to act.Knowing the difference isn't just semantics-it's the missing link that can shift how you show up in your creative life, your relationships, and your sense of self. I'll break it down, share real examples, and give you some gut- check questions to help you figure out where your own edges are- and how to start building from there. This is my first full month of sharing my thoughts and experiences on how to live a more intentional creative life. Thank you for being here! Like and share the Pod :)And like always, Keep Creating! xx

Ever feel like you're holding back who you really are? In this episode of Muse, we’re unpacking the deep-rooted conditioning that keeps us small—those quiet beliefs and patterns that tell us we’re too much or not enough. I’m sharing personal stories, inner shifts, and how I’m learning to break free and show up as my most honest, unapologetic self.If you’re ready to let go of who you think you should be and step into who you really are—this one’s for you.New episodes every Monday. Let’s keep growing and keep creating.

In this episode of muse, I'm sharing about resistance- how it shows up in our creative lives and how to move through it. I share my personal journey of putting off this podcast for years (yep, years), what finally helped me break through the fear, and how you can start taking action even when motivation feels far away. If you've ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or afraid to start, this one's for you. Thanks for listening, and keep creating!

Welcome to the very first episode of Muse! In this debut, I dive into the power of creativity and what it means to live with purpose. I explore how creativity helps us connect with the world, why everyone has creativity potential, and how purpose isn't just something we find-it's something we create through action. Whether you're just starting your journey or trying to reconnect with your passions, this episode is all about encouraging you to start small, follow your curiosity, and take meaningful steps towards a more intentional and creative life. Let's get inspired and move toward our purpose together!Find Me:Website: https://www.damarisgalvez.com/IG: www.instagram.com/damarissgalvezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dsgalvez

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