Welcome to a profoundly moving episode of the BOLD BEYOND Show. Today, I have the honor of hosting Christina Dunbar, a remarkable voice in the realm of creativity and a source of inspiration for many. In this episode, I have a heartfelt discussion with Christina about the complexities of grief, the healing power of art, and the courage to embrace life’s messiness. Christina shares her personal journey through the recent loss of her mother, reflecting on the intense emotions of rage, sorrow, and eventual gratitude. Together, we explore how grief reshapes identity and life plans but also opens doors to new creative expressions. We also dive deep into the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive relationships, staying connected to one’s essence through creativity, and the necessity of finding joy and beauty even in pain. Join us as we navigate these deeply human experiences, reminding us all of the transformative power of being open and vulnerable in the face of life’s inevitable challenges.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

:: Embracing Grief as a Catalyst for Creativity

:: The Importance of Community and Gratitude

:: Living Authentically Through Art

:: Integrating Play and Creativity in Healing

:: The Power of Presence and Personal Narratives in Creativity

CONTACT CHRISTINA:

IG: @christinadunbar

Substack: christinadunbar@substack.com

Website: www.christinadunbar.com

ABOUT KRISTINA:

Kristina Italic emboldens people to break free of stale narratives so they confidently bet on themselves and get their whole damn cake in life. Her unique lens started from growing up in poverty in West Virginia to becoming a sought-after Occupational therapist to now being a Transformational Speaker, Well-being Advisor, and Artist who lives in Los Angeles. Kristina intimately knows there is more beyond what we know is possible if we are bold enough to go there.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL

⁠⁠⁠IG⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠:⁠⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK:

Website:⁠⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠⁠

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CHRISTINA’S SHOUT OUTS:

:: Liza Plotkin, Christina’s mama.

:: Regena Garrepy https://www.instagram.com/regenagarrepy/

:: Michelle Ghilotti: https://www.instagram.com/couturehappiness/