Unleash Your Inner Creative with Lauren LoGrasso

Today’s guest is somebody whose goal is to inspire climate action with, get this, watercolors. Her name is Nicole Kelner. And in just about a year of pursuing climate art, that’s art, that teaches about climate change, she has gained a huge following, makes her whole living from art, has been recognized by publications such as The Verge, Canary Media and YES Magazine and has even caught the eye of President Barack Obama who now follows her work on Twitter. From today's chat, you'll learn:  -How to make a living from your passion -How to transition your career  -Why all your previous experiences could lend themselves to your dream job -How to combine creativity and activism -Think like an entrepreneur even when you're pursuing a traditionally creative career -How to make and sell prints, merch and build an online store - Easy and approachable tips to increase sustainability  AND MORE! Vote for Unleash for the People's Choice Podcast Awards HERE -In the ARTS category!  Follow Nicole: @MindfulNicole Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Hello Babes! This is the final week of the show's hiatus, as I travel back from Rome, I am also here to encourage you to not be afraid to take a break and slow down and disappear from the world for a while to get back to yourself. It is a vital part of the creative process and also, of being a human. Be sure to check out old episodes and thank you for coming with me on this journey! We'll be back next week with a full-length episode.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Hello Babes! Today the show is on a hiatus, as I swim through the sea in my ancestral land of Sicily, but I as I take my time off, I am also here to encourage you to not be afraid to take a break and slow down. It is a vital part of the creative process. Be sure to check out old episodes and thank you for coming with me on this journey!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Hi Babes! Here's Part 2/2 with hit indie artist and Berklee School of Music teacher, Susan Cattaneo! Thanks for your patience!! From today's conversation, you'll learn:  -Why Susan has had her greatest success post-child & why you might, too! -How a near-death experience can completely alter you creatively -How to forget the rules and play -Why over-practing can be a foe -How to dedicate yourself to joy -The power of stripping all the technique, frills and pageantry away and telling hard truths -Lessons from your younger self -The importance of asking for signs -How to start a new career in your 30s More on Susan below :) Susan Cattaneo is an award winning singer/songwriter, teacher at the prestigious Berklee School of Music and all around phenomenal human.  Her last album The Hammer and The Heart charted #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and yielded a #1 song on folk radio and a top 10 album of 2017. Her latest album, All Is Quiet, cracked open my heart in the most beautiful way, and you’ll hear that on the interview today. It’s a must-listen. Remember to Rate, Review and Follow Unleash on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods! Follow the show on Instagram: @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On the Guest: Susan Cattaneo is an award winning singer/songwriter, teacher at the prestigious Berklee School of Music and all around phenomenal human.  Her last album The Hammer and The Heart charted #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and yielded a #1 song on folk radio and a top 10 album of 2017. Her latest album, All Is Quiet, cracked open my heart in the most beautiful way, and you’ll hear that on the interview today. It’s a must-listen.  From our conversation you’ll learn about ageism in the music industry and why it’s worth fighting, how to start healing generational pain passed from Mothers to Daughters, the importance of stillness, rest and quiet for the creative process, a writing exercise to help get you unblocked and how your inner child can inspire your next creative project. Remember to Rate, Review and Follow Unleash on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods! Follow the show on Instagram: @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On today’s episode my boyfriend, Timmy and I talk all about our recent experiences speaking a goal or a dream into existence. Timmy had something manifest quickly and I had something that just happened that was a slow burn over many years. From these experiences, we’ve learned a lot and are eager to share. From this episode you’ll learn The difference between a quick and slow burn manifestation  How to access courageous vulnerability The importance of specificity Why sometimes you need someone else in to help nudge you in the right direction of your dream The importance of removing desperation when you ask for things How to your spirit guides can assist in manifesting (inspired by Spirit Sis aka Steffi Hill) Why you literally must speak something out loud How you can start to test this out in a small way, so it’s not overwhelming And More! Remember to Rate, Review and Follow Unleash on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods! Follow the show on Instagram: @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Find out what I am up to and more: https://linktr.ee/laurenlograsso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On The Guest: Yemi Penn is a British-born Nigerian author, Engineer, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur whose mission is to help others overcome and transform their traumas. As a true multi-passionate creative, she has managed to dip her toes into many industries. Most recently she released a short documentary titled “Did I Choose My Trauma?” that follows her experience from childhood abuse to actively healing adulthood. From this conversation you’ll learn: Healthy ways to tap into your trauma The reason matriarchal wounds run so deep The wisdom of our bodies (and the pain they hold) How to break cycle of generational trauma Traditional Eastern modalities of healing trauma How to move through transferred trauma How to get specific about what part of you needs healing The role of curiosity in empathy, tolerance, and purpose The concept of bending reality The equation for manifestation Why you might not trust your intuition How to start reclaiming your pleasure How sexuality unlocks creativity The problem with collecting and hoarding accomplishments How to recognize your “alibis” How to find your WHY The journey to a healthy mind And so much more! Check out “Did I Choose My Trauma?” Documentary Buy her book Did You Get The Memo?: Because I F**king Didn't Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

I am back with the second half of the lessons I learned from taking my break and also just some revelations I've had from the past few weeks of being alive/pursuing a creative path.  It turns out a I learned a lot from this time and wanted to share my findings with you. Check out this episode to learn:      -How to never make a fear-based decision again [at 2 mins]      -Why it's not the work you don't like, it's just the way you're doing it-and how to change [at 6 mins]      -The importance of taking the long way around [at 10 mins]      -The power of a good creative partnership [at 13 mins]     -Why there might be a reason that you're dragging your feet [at 16 mins]     -A big lesson I learned from a tip jar about life [at 20 mins]    -Why People only appreciate what they pay for  [at 23 mins]    -Why none of us should feel badly about tiktok (even though I kind of do)  [at 28 mins]    -The power of Ego Death [at 28 mins]    -The are consequences of building too big too fast and how to find beauty in the grind [at 30 mins]    -How to give yourself optimal places to create [at 33 mins]    -And MORE! [at the whole time mins] This episode is dedicated to my dear Uncle, Anthony Ribaudo aka Uncle Tony. He passed away last week and we celebrate his life this weekend. To learn more about him, check out his obituary at this link: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/grosse-pointe-woods-mi/anthony-ribaudo-10775791 -My Dad and I wrote it together and it is very special to me. Love you, Uncle T. Thank you for teaching me how to live passionately and generously.  Follow me @laurenlograsso, the show @unleashyourinnercreative and leave us a rating on Spotify and a rating and review on Apple! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

I am officially back after my May *sort of* hiatus. It turns out a I learned a lot from this time and wanted to share my findings with you.  Check out this episode for great tips on: Why when you take a break you should take it all the way Lessons on how to build community Getting rid of stories about yourself/your life that don't serve you  Why making space may create an increased emphasis on your health Why taking a BIG trip might be the ultimate dream to tackle  How to come home to yourself  And MORE! Get tickets to my 06/01 show here: https://shows.fanflex.com/artists/xcJ1j3C4ia2T3jlEdsze/campaigns/gcqCWfXwox1YuBjacivk Follow me @laurenlograsso, the show @unleashyourinnercreative and leave us a rating on Spotify and a rating and review on Apple!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On Tuesday, 05/24/2022 another school shooting happened in Texas, killing at least 19 children and two adults. We cannot let this become normal. Do not go numb. Feel the pain and let it incite you to do something. You can start by texting the number below. Harden not your hearts. We can make a change and make it so that innocent children and people stop getting killed.  Join the millions of Americans demanding our lawmakers stand up to the gun lobby so our children don’t have to stand up to gunmen. Text ACT to 644-33. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Hi creative cuties- this one really inspired me- Dr. Dom got rejected from over 100 medical schools and had to apply three years in a row before finally getting into ONE and graduating with honors. That's just a small part of what makes this episode great- there's also tons of mental health and self-development tips! Before we get to the best of show, I share some BRAND NEW CONTENT at the top of this episode about what I've been up to in the past week and the creative rejuvenation tool that I have been using for the past week that has helped me finally break free from some of the fog/depression I was in. Maybe it can help you, too! Talk soon :)  OH! Also, I have a show in LA coming up on Wed, 06/01 at 8pm at Urban Press Winery in Burbank, CA. Link to get tickets here: https://shows.fanflex.com/artists/xcJ1j3C4ia2T3jlEdsze/campaigns/gcqCWfXwox1YuBjacivk Original Show Description: Our first episode for Mental Health Awareness Month! Dr. Domenick Sportelli is a board certified adult and child psychiatrist and well-known media expert in behavioral health. Aside from having his own medical practice & making tv appearances on shows like “The Doctors” on CBS, he hosts his own amazing podcast, called “Psych Unfiltered” which you should totally check out. And if that wasn’t enough, Dr. Dom is also an actor, producer, and brilliant musician. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to embrace the multi-hyphenate in you and let go of the labels The role culture plays in mental health The importance of resilience & perseverance in achieving your dreams How your pain points can evolve into a passion How to know if you’ve found your calling Why psychiatric meds are a tool, NOT a solution Why your age shouldn’t stop you from doing what you love What we can learn from the terminally ill How to believe in yourself when you’re surrounded by non-believers Why the grades don’t make the student Creative solutions for landing your dream job Art & the mystical experience The link between creativity & mental health Where to start if you’re struggling with your mental health The importance of talk therapy How to deal with irrational fear & why fear is useful How to find a therapist How to differentiate between psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and therapists Tried & true therapy methods that WORK Why you don’t have to be on medication forever And so much more! -- Get my new song, "Therapy" here: https://ffm.to/laurenlotherapy Follow the show @unleashYourInnerCreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Remember to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Follow on Spotify & tell a friend about the show! Love you!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Hi my dear creative cutie! Today's best of episode is another amazing one. Honestly, one of my favorite conversations EVER! I think it has some of the most tangible takeaway of any show or any topic I've ever done on the pod. If you struggle with your mental health - especially anxiety, overthinking and depression, this episode and the tools Meredith offers, will be so very helpful to you. I also loved listening to it because it is a snapshot of the show at a very specific time. It was July 2020- the height of the pandemic and I think I was so far from being burnt out at the time-- I hear all this energy and polish in my voice. It makes me excited for the me I might meet again after this rest and revaluation. I hope you're doing well in this time. Enjoy this episode- even if you've already heard it, it's worth the re-listen...There was so much that I even forgot! Original title and description below. OH! Also, I have a show in LA coming up on Wed, 06/01 at 8pm at Urban Press Winery in Burbank, CA. Link to get tickets here: https://shows.fanflex.com/artists/xcJ1j3C4ia2T3jlEdsze/campaigns/gcqCWfXwox1YuBjacivk Original Show Description: Meredith Arthur is a mental health pioneer, author, Emmy-Nominated creative producer, and a content leader at Pinterest. She’s best known for being a founding member of the food site: Chowhound, creating the mental health wellness site/community, Beautiful Voyager, writing for Medium and for her debut book, Get Out of My Head: Inspiration for Overthinkers in an Anxious World. I wanted to have Meredith on the show because she has so many actionable tools to help you get out of your own way. So many creatives are overthinkers...Including myself...If we get stuck in our heads, it really can keep us from meaningful opportunities to express ourselves, so I am excited to share her insight to help you stop the anxiety feedback loop! From our conversation, you’ll also learn: What anxiety REALLY is and some great ways to manage it The benefits of anxiety medication How to find your ‘audience’ Methods to shut up the inner critic The best way to let go of the illusion of control Tips to eliminate bad mental habits A brilliant tool to get someone to see you as more than just one type of creative And tons more! Get Meredith's Book HERE! Listen to "Like a Bomb" Here: ffm.to/likeabomb Follow me: @laurenlograsso & @UnleashYourInnerCreative --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On this "Best of Episode" I re-air the episode where I detail every step of my mental health journey and how you can do the same for yours. BUT before I get to that, some exciting announcements about an award the show won, as well as an update on what has been happening since I took my break, plus insight on why I chose to re-share this episode with you. Original show description below!  But first, here's the link to get tickets to my show tonight (05/04) it's at 8pm at Urban Press Winery in Burbank. Tickets here: https://shows.fanflex.com/artists/xcJ1j3C4ia2T3jlEdsze/campaigns/rvHyntab12ywCp7BZiFm  On this episode of the pod, you guessed it: I, your host (Lauren LoGrasso) will be sharing my full mental health journey- from my family history, to childhood, to  how I got to where I am today--in a good place with and most importantly: aware that my mental health is something that needs to be tended to. My hope is that in hearing my story you’ll: 1) Be able to trace the lines of your own mental health journey and gain some new insight about yourself 2) You’ll go onto share your story with someone else so that we can all become part of the destigmatization of mental health and 3) To really share all of who I am - what I am finding is that we cannot fully appreciate the good and the light without acknowledging and owning the dark, too - you must feel it to heal it.  Please note: we (My associate producer Emily (who acts as a guide for this episode) and I) talk about some sensitive topics including anxiety and depression, body image and eating disorders and also physical abuse/violence. If any of those topics are tough for you, please keep that in mind before listening. Love you and thank you for holding space for me today as I talk through this vulnerable subject! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

Learn all about my big break and how it's happening.  Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso -Leave the show a rating/review on Apple -Leave a rating on Spotify! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message

On The Guest: Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles, Human Design specialists and co-creators of DayLuna, are here on a mission to empower the collective towards self-love, personal freedom, and radical authenticity. Their wildly successful DayLuna Human Design Podcast has generated over 850k downloads worldwide. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to navigate your life in alignment with your purpose The danger of comparing yourself to your colleagues The basics of human design The blueprint of your energy Why self-awareness is freeing Strategy vs authority The 5 different energy types Energy differences in couples and how to navigate them The ideal work hours for your energy Ideal careers for different energy types What you’re designed to feel when you are in alignment The importance of focus and rest for Projectors How to use your specific creative energy The danger in confusing the love of recognition for the love of the work The collective “crumbling” and “rising” And so much more! Check out Dayluna Human Design Podcast Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unleashyourinnercreative/message