In this continuation of my journey through Julia Cameron's book The Artist's Way, I'll cover my own experiences with Week 1, which focuses on recovering your sense of safety.

✔️ Many parents don't say, "Experiment. Try it out. See what happens." A toddler making a finger painting? Sure. But teens ready to decide what to do in life? Nope. It's all about money and the ability to find a job.

✔️ Early criticism can stay with us if not properly exorcised.

✔️ Shadow artists are frequently found attached to practicing artists.

Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252

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In this continuation of my journey through Julia Cameron's book The Artist's Way, I'll cover my own experiences with Morning Pages and Artist Dates.

✔️ Sometimes art can be highbrow and cerebral. Other times we just wanna cheer the protagonist and boo the baddie.

✔️ We're skeletons in flesh suits on a rock in space. You can afford one night a week to do what YOU want to do.

✔️ Taking the time in the morning to sort out your own thoughts is more important than we give it credit for.

Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252

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Please note: I am not looking for guests for this podcast. If you message me from ihustleandgrindalldayeverydayandobsessovermoney.org, it's an automatic no. You clearly haven't listened to this series or absorbed the point!

How does someone go from the corporate world to fully embracing life as an artist? I can only speak for myself and this is my backstory.

In this initial kick-off to my miniseries "From Hustle to Flow: My Artist’s Way Experiment," I peel back the curtain on how I got into staffing & HR work in the first place, what made me good at it, and why I ultimately walked away from the corporate burnout.

But this isn’t just about me. This is also about you.

Because here’s the deal: if you’re still clinging to the idea that creativity is optional—that it’s only for “artists” with paint under their nails—you’re setting yourself up to fail in the modern economy. The people who thrive now are the ones who can pivot, innovate, and create. Doesn't matter if you're an accountant, a doctor, a carpenter, a barista, etc.

Whether you’re in business, tech, HR, or something that doesn’t even have a label yet, creativity isn’t a luxury. It’s survival.

In this miniseries, I’ll share my journey through Julia Cameron's book The Artist’s Way and show how unlocking creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about reclaiming your life.

Links:

https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252

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Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT