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The Artists Way

The Secret

Big Magic

In this conversation, Gabrielle Mastronardo interviews Christina Herbst, the creator of the podcast and blog, The Intuitive Creative. They discuss the power of intuition and creativity, and how they intersect in people's lives. Christina shares her personal journey of discovering and trusting her intuition, including a near-death experience that strengthened her connection to her intuition. They also explore the themes that have emerged from Christina's interviews with various creatives, such as the importance of taking the first step, embracing beginner's mindset, and navigating the blurred line between fear and intuition.

Takeaways

• Listening to and trusting your intuition can lead to transformative experiences and a more authentic life.
• Creativity and intuition are interconnected, and tapping into one can enhance the other.
• Taking the first step and embracing a beginner's mindset are crucial in pursuing creative endeavors.
• Distinguishing between fear and intuition can be challenging, but paying attention to how thoughts and feelings manifest in the body can provide clarity.
• Living authentically and following intuition can inspire others and create positive change. Be selective in your creative pursuits and prioritize what feels aligned with your interests and values.
• Find a balance between monetized work and creative hobbies to maintain a sense of joy and inspiration.
• Pay attention to your intuition and trust its guidance in making decisions about your career path.
• Childhood interests and passions can foreshadow future passions and provide clues about your true purpose.
• Traveling can broaden perspectives and teach valuable life lessons, such as embracing different cultures and ways of living.
• Living consciously involves prioritizing self-reflection, meditation, and embracing different cultural perspectives.

Kaleigh Atkinson, owner of Love Cafe & Ashtanga MKE, shares her journey of self-discovery, travel, and the exploration of inner and outer worlds.

She discusses her experiences with Ashtanga yoga, meditation, and the impact of toxic relationships. Kaleigh also delves into her work with the community and the creation of the 'One Minute Remaining' podcast, which aims to correct the narrative around people with criminal records. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the practice of yoga, childhood experiences, personal growth, and the creation of Love Cafe. It delves into the impact of yoga and meditation on personal well-being, the influence of childhood experiences on adult life, and the journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The conversation also explores the inspiration behind Love Cafe and its mission to promote conscious living and wellness.

Takeaways

• The power of community and the impact of Ashtanga yoga on personal growth.
• The journey of self-discovery through travel and exploration of inner and outer worlds.
• The impact of toxic relationships and the process of healing and self-empowerment.
• The importance of correcting the narrative around people with criminal records and the role of storytelling in creating understanding and empathy. The practice of yoga and meditation can have a profound impact on personal well-being and mental clarity.
• Childhood experiences can foreshadow and influence adult life, leading to self-discovery and empowerment.
• The creation of Love Cafe is inspired by the mission to promote conscious living, wellness, and self-discovery through accessible and inclusive practices.
• Living consciously involves embodying personal truth, following inner guidance, and inspiring others to raise their vibration and consciousness.

Chapters

00:00Journey of Self-Discovery and Ashtanga Yoga

03:14Exploration of Inner and Outer Worlds

08:17Vipassana Experience and Impact on Life

14:23Creating 'One Minute Remaining' Podcast

27:22Influence of Childhood Experiences on Adult Life

37:08The Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment

44:25Inspiration Behind Love Cafe and Conscious Living

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