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E78 Creativity makes you happier: The Science Behind creative joy Jun 12, 2025

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Creativity makes you happier: The Science Behind creative joy

Visit www.bdi-create.today for the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching!

In this episode of 'Create Today with Beth Buffington,' we explore the incredible benefits of creativity for your joy, health, and brain.

Learn about the magic of 'creative flow' and how it releases feel-good chemicals that boost your mental and emotional well-being.

Whether you're painting, journaling, or gardening, discover how even small creative activities can improve your mood, lower stress, and build resilience.

Come… discover or rediscover the joy and science of creativity, and make sure to schedule time for it in your busy life.

Let's stay creative together, my friend!

00:00 Welcome to Create Today with Beth Buffington
00:42 The Importance of Creativity
02:57 Understanding Creative Flow
04:40 The Science Behind Creative Flow
07:11 Incorporating Creativity into Daily Life
08:33 Reflecting on Your Creative Activities
11:59 Making Creativity a Habit 12:36 Conclusion and Next Steps 
14:22 Finding Community and how you can Create-Today with Beth

Offerings at BDI Create-Today:  
Visit www.bdi-create.today
for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching!
👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡  
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Register to the Create-Today Workshops!  
https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar

Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate”  
https://www.bdi-create.today/courses

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:  
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page:  
https://www.bdi-create.today

E77 - Transform your life. Prioritize creativity over your comfort zone. Guest: Rachel Burr, author, executive coach and leadership consultant Jun 05, 2025

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E77 - Transform your life. Prioritize creativity over your comfort zone.
Guest: Rachel Burr, author, executive coach and leadership consultant

Unlock Your Creative Potential with Rachel Burr. Discover how to embrace your transformational goo In this episode of Create Today with Beth Buffington.

Beth welcomes Rachel Burr, an expert in human behavior, communication, and leadership development. With over 15 years of experience, Rachel shares her journey from transforming from what she thought she should do…to becoming what she felt called to do.

She discusses the crucial role of creativity in leadership and the importance of self-reflection to unlock our core strengths.

Rachel also introduces her new book, 'Butterfly Goo,' exploring the messy yet essential process of personal transformation.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that encourages you to answer the call of your creative journey. In this episode you’ll fill your mind with thoughts on creativity, leadership, transformation, self-reflection, creative or executive coaching and personal development.

Enjoy and fill your creative self to the brim!

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:24 Meet Rachel Burr: Experience and Philosophy
02:21 Rachel's Journey: From Psychology to Coaching
04:53 The Importance of Creativity in Leadership
09:09 Understanding Your Core and Self-Reflection
17:14 The Concept of Transformation and 'Butterfly Goo'
24:36 The Hero's Journey: Embrace Your Role
24:46 Engage with the Book: Takeaways and Self-Reflection
25:07 The Playground of Life: An Invitation to Play
27:25 Facing the Inner Critic: Championing Yourself
28:21 The Creative Process: Embracing Fluidity and Subjectivity
30:37 The Quest: Bravery and Transformation
32:10 Hearing the Call: Starting Your Journey
35:09 Overcoming Blocks: Taking Action
36:50 Metacognition: Managing the Gremlins
38:27 Final Thoughts: Embrace Creativity and Transformation

How to find Rachel Burr and her book ‘Butterfly Goo’
Website: https://catamentum.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmburr/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catamentum/

Rachel’s book: ‘Butterfly Goo’ 
https://butterflygoobook.net/

Offerings at BDI Create.Today  

Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡  
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:  
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page:  
https://www.bdi-create.today

E76 Unlock your potential with a Creative Process that really WORKS! May 29, 2025

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E76 Unlock your potential with a Creative Process that really WORKS!

In this episode of BDI Create Today, we explore the often-overlooked but crucial creative process.

We will explore the common struggles like unfinished projects and creative burnout– and how having a successful creative process helps you bypass these roadblocks.

This episode introduces Beth’s very own structured creative process "Going FourWords with Your Creativity" that will revitalize and refine your creativity.

Join Beth as she discusses the four key phases: Revive, Realize, Refine, and Release – offering a roadmap to transform ideas into tangible masterpieces.

You will learn how to enhance your productivity, improve the quality of your work, reduce stress, and foster greater innovation.

NEXT you'll want to go to… www.bdi-create.today and sign up for the in-depth "Going FourWords" workshop that takes a deep dive into each of the four words – to help you navigate your creative work from inception to completion…so you can create…that next great masterpiece!

Sign up for the “Going FourWords” Creative Process Workshop: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar

Sign up for the Greeting Card Printing Workshop:  
https://www.bdi-create.today/offers/5tuYYVWW/checkout

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching  

00:00 Introduction to the Creative Process
02:15 The Importance of a Structured Creative Process
04:19 Overview of the Four Phases
05:24 Phase 1: Revive
06:34 Phase 2: Realize
07:55 Phase 3: Refine
10:20 Phase 4: Release
11:56 Benefits of a Creative Process
15:50 Learn about Create-Today Procreate Kickstart 

Offerings at BDI Create.Today
Sign up for the Greeting Card Printing Workshop:  
https://www.bdi-create.today/offers/5tuYYVWW/checkout

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Sign up for the “Going FourWords” Creative Process Workshop: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar

Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate” 
https://www.bdi-create.today/courses

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page: 
https://www.bdi-create.today

E75 - The world needs your creativity. Be brave and make cool stuff to share, send and sell! May 22, 2025

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E75 - Be brave, and make some super cool stuff with your creativity!

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👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

You work hard on your creativity. And, sometimes you create a project with carries a message that must be shared, sent… or sold to your customers.

In this episode of BDI Create Today, we explore the “Release” stage in my “Going FourWords” creative process.

Some creativity is just for fun. It’s created for your personal exploration and growth.

But, YOU have a creative voice that needs to be shared with a world who is needing to hear what you are saying with your creativity.

This week we discuss the importance of putting down your tools… and releasing your creativity into the world—to do what it was created to do!

We talk about the common struggles creatives face, such as perfection paralysis and fear of rejection–and more.

You’ll gather valuable tips to build your confidence and help you realize how to celebrate your creative accomplishments—so you can be brave, and get your work “released” to the people who will delight in your creativity.

Join in as we look into the critical stage of “Release” This is the pivotal point where you need use this new found bravery…and share your creativity with a world that is craving what you have to say.

Learning to be brave and “release” your work - even if (or when) everyone doesn’t love or understand your creative message - this bravery is going to give you power.

Building your confidence to “release” will empower you in heart, mind, body and soul.

Let’s investigate how to “release” your creativity…together!

00:00 Introduction to the Creative Process
00:53 The Final Stage: Release
01:38 Overcoming the Fear of Releasing Your Work
13:20 Celebrating Your Creative Success
17:51 Recap of the Four Stages
21:17 Use the FourWords to RELEASE!
23:20 Final thoughts and how to proceed

Offerings at BDI Create.Today

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page:
https://www.bdi-create.today

E74 - Secrets to getting your creative project…done! May 15, 2025

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E74 - Secrets to getting your creative project…done!

Show Beth Your Greeting Card Design Progress! 
https://www.instagram.com/b.b.buffington_celebratetoday/

Get on the Greeting Card Workshop Waitlist: Send me an email to say “YES!” 
Email: beth@bdi-create.today

In this episode of Create Today, we explore 'Refine', the third word in my "Going FourWords" Creative Process.

Today we discuss the importance of focusing on a chosen idea and carrying it through to completion amidst common challenges like distractions, your inner critic and imposter syndrome. We’ll discuss tips and techniques to overcome these obstacles – so you can “get the work done!”

This episode is packed with practical tips to help you refine your creative process so you can be productive, get your work done, and achieve beautiful results.

00:00 Check in and Introduction to the Four Stages of Creativity 
00:35 Revive: Rejuvenating Creative Energy 
00:59 Realize: Embracing Childlike Curiosity 
01:32 Refine: Choosing and Focusing on Ideas 
03:12 Overcoming Creative Blocks and Distractions 
08:52 Techniques to Stay Focused and Productive 
18:21 Creating a Distraction-Free Workspace 
20:46 Finding Time for Creative Work 23:27 Conclusion and  
24:36 How you can thrive with Create-Today’s membership

Offerings at BDI Create.Today

Show Beth Your Card Design Progress! 
https://www.instagram.com/b.b.buffington_celebratetoday/

Get on the Greeting Card Workshop Waitlist: Send me an email to say “YES!” 
Email: beth@bdi-create.today

Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page: 
https://www.bdi-create.today

E73 - Exploring the Magic of Dark Rooms with Lucia Rollow May 08, 2025

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E73 - Exploring the Magic of Dark Rooms with Lucia Rollow, Photographer & Community Organizer

Welcome to another episode of 'Create Today with Beth Buffington!'

Today, Beth welcomes Lucia Rollow, a passionate photographer, educator, and community organizer from Brooklyn, NY.

Lucia is the founder of the Bushwick Community Darkroom, a creative hub for analog photography enthusiasts.

Discover Lucia’s journey from discovering her love for photography at a young age to creating a thriving community space that emphasizes accessibility, experimentation, and collective care.

Learn about her innovative techniques and her dedication to fostering a creative community. If you’re curious about bringing more creativity into your life through photography or simply fascinated by the art of dark rooms, this episode is a must-listen!

00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode and checkin about Card Challenge 00:19

Meet Lucia Rollow: Photographer and Community Organizer
01:39 Lucia's Journey into Photography
03:59 Building the Bushwick Community Darkroom
06:57 Marketing and Community Engagement
10:39 Exploring Alternative Photography Processes
17:33 The Importance of Community in Creativity
21:22 Finding Your Creative Community
22:34 The Power of Member Mixers
23:40 The Importance of Creative Passion
24:27 Balancing Introversion and Community Building
26:10 The Decline of Community and Its Impact
35:33 Starting Small and Staying Curious in Photography
39:08 Upcoming Workshops and Projects
40:20 Connecting Through Creativity
41:14 Final Thoughts on Creativity and Community 
42:00 Join the BDI Create-Today Membership

How to find Lucia Rollow and the Bushwick Community Darkroom

Instagram & Threads:
https://www.instagram.com/bushwickdkrm/

The Bushwick Community Darkroom Website (get on the email list for information!) www.bushwickcommunitydarkroom.com

Lucia is currently curating a traveling group exhibition called World Building, which showcases photographic work that imagines new futures—utopias, dystopias, and everything in between. The show launches at Superﬁne! Art Fair in Brooklyn and will head to the Bushwick Community Darkroom gallery before traveling to Sluice_ Art Fair in Iceland this May.

Lucia Rollow's personal photography website:

www.Luciarollow.com

Offerings at BDI Create.Today
Show Beth Your Card Design Progress! DM her on Instagram! 
https://www.instagram.com/b.b.buffington_celebratetoday/

Get on the Greeting Card Workshop Waitlist – Send me an email to say “YES!” 
Email: beth@bdi-create.today

Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching!

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page: 
https://www.bdi-create.today

E72 - Let’s Make Art! Join the Greeting Card Design Challenge May 01, 2025

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E72 Let’s Make Art! Join the Greeting Card Design Challenge!

Hey there! :) Get on the Greeting Card Workshop Waitlist:
Send me an email to say “YES!” 
Email: beth@bdi-create.today

Visit https://www.bdi-create.today, for online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching!

This week, We start an exciting challenge together!
Welcome to the Heartfelt Card Design Challenge!

During the month of May we will explore the power found in the art of the humble greeting card. Discover how these simple paper sentiments can bring joy, healing, and transformation…to the people they are given to… AND the artist that creates them. (That’s you :)

You are going to learn how to use your creativity to design unique greeting cards…  that will be given to…sent to… purchased for…  people who need to hear what YOUR creative voice has to say and share.

Join me today and throughout the month of May to discover the process of creating art that is both approachable and will be cherished for years to come.

Plus, (draw yourself a drumroll here...) get ready for an upcoming workshop where you'll learn how to turn your artwork into beautifully printed cards!

Listen in and learn all the details!

Let’s Create-Today…together – to make this month a time of creative expression and meaningful connections.

00:00 Introduction to Create Today with Beth Buffington
00:31 The Power of Greeting Cards
01:27 Personal Stories and Memories
04:34 Creating Your Own Greeting Cards
05:10 Artistic Freedom and Mediums
11:19 Sharing Your Art and Workshops
14:40 Encouragement 
15:45 The Create-Today Community and YOU :)

Offerings at BDI Create.Today

Show Beth Your Card Design Progress! 
https://www.instagram.com/b.b.buffington_celebratetoday/

Get on the Greeting Card Workshop Waitlist:
Send me an email and say “YES!” 
Email: beth@bdi-create.today

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page: 
https://www.bdi-create.today

E71 - Tell Your Story with Your Art - Tips from Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga, Author, TV and Film Producer Apr 24, 2025

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E71 - Tell Your Story with Your Art – with Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga, Author, TV and Film Producer

Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 👉
Join the Create-Today Membership 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching
 Connect with a creative community that supports YOU and your creative needs and goals.

🎨 Join Beth Buffington on Create Today as she welcomes Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga, a France-based film and TV producer and founder of the Artist Labs.

Théo shares his journey from a creatively inclined childhood to establishing a career in the film industry, and discusses how creativity fuels his pursuits.

Learn about Théo's morning routines, and how Artist Labs is assisting creatives to get a solid start with their goals and businesses. He also has fabulous advice for budding artists.

Don't miss this engaging conversation on embracing creativity and making your passion a reality.

00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga
01:39 Théo's Early Life and Creative Beginnings
03:36 Pursuing Filmmaking Against the Odds
05:42 Journey to America and Breaking into the Film Industry
09:43 Founding Artist Lab and Giving Back
11:21 The Vision and Structure of Artist Lab
15:37 Publishing Screenplays: Artist Lab Additions
16:46 Creativity in Leadership and Personal Growth
23:28 Navigating Modern Challenges and Staying Creative
25:36 The Overload of Information in the Digital Age
28:03 The Importance of Morning Rituals
28:57 Théo's Morning Routine 31:30 Balancing Discipline and Self-Care
34:26 Advice for Aspiring Creatives
41:14 Current Projects and Future Plans
43:43 How to Connect with Théo and the Artist Lab
46:27 Final Thoughts. Encouragement and the Create-Today Membership

SHOW NOTES:

How to find Théo Mahy-Ma-Somga
Instagram  
@artistlab_studio   

Artist Lab Website:  
https://www.artistlab.studio/  

Get the Artist Lab Newsletter:  
https://www.artistlab.studio/newsletter/  

Linkedin  
@theomahymasomga

Offerings at BDI Create.Today

Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching!
👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching

Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page: 
https://www.bdi-create.today

E70 You can wake up your creativity—and thrive, guest Jaime Townzen, author, illustrator Apr 17, 2025

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You CAN wake up your creativity—and thrive, guest Jaime Townzen, author, illustrator

Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 💡

👉 Join the Create-Today Membership 
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching
Connect with a creative community that supports YOU and your creative needs and goals. 🎨

This week on ‘Create Today with Beth Buffington’, Beth chats with Jamie Townzen, a renowned Southern California-based writer and professional artist whose watercolor paintings have gathered international acclaim.

Jamie has a powerful story about how she rediscovered her creativity through watercolor painting during a period of personal loss and transformation.

She shares her transformation from UCLA pre-med to a creative writing major at the University of Redlands. She was influenced by a empathetic professor who saw her creative strengths and obsession with storytelling.

You’ll find how she rediscovered her creativity after it had dimmed when life showered her with grief, change, and the pandemic. You’ll find how you can strengthen your creativity and reach for goals that you’ve dreamed about.

Jaime offers insights about her debut novel ‘Absorbed;' the healing power of art; and the importance of belonging to a creative community.

Jamie's story encourages listeners to find their own creative outlets and embrace vulnerability for personal growth and well-being.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Jaime Townzen
01:09 Jamie's Creative Journey and Early Influences
02:55 Discovering a Passion for Writing
05:55 Rediscovering Creativity Through Painting
09:26 The Healing Power of Art
15:35 Writing and Publishing 'Absorbed'
21:57 Book Details and Supporting Local Bookstores
24:32 Exploring the Library's Hidden Gems
24:47 Creativity and Confidence: A Personal Journey
25:20 The Power of Creative Communities
26:16 The Creative Pledge: A Promise to Yourself
31:16 Daily Creative Rituals: Building a Healthy Habit
33:54 Finding Time for Creativity in a Busy Life
37:28 Small Steps to Reignite Your Creative Passion
40:46 The Healing Power of Creativity
43:13 Connecting Through Creativity: A Family Affair
46:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Show Notes:

How to find Jaime Townzen:
www.jaimetownzen.com
http://www.instagram.com/jaimegetscreative
https://www.facebook.com/jaime.townzen/
https://tiktok.com/@jaimegetscreative

How to purchase Jaime’s book ‘Absorbed’ 
Jaime highly recommends finding her book through your closest independent bookstore. To order her book at a bookstore or library use this ISBN number:
Paperback: ISBN 9798218513580 
Hardcover: ISBN 9798218516178

Also available for purchase through: Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, Kobo Amazon
Amazon Link:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jaime-Townzen/author/B0DNHZY5BQ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=cad1506b-7bd2-474f-9356-1a03603be0c5

E69 This Evening Ritual will Reduce Anxiety & Unlock Creativity - Guest Lisa Murphy Apr 10, 2025

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This Evening Ritual will Reduce Anxiety & Unlock Creativity

End your day with peace, not pressure.
In this second episode of a two part series we welcome back Lisa Murphy, Healthy Aging Coach as she shares the power of evening rituals to help you unwind, reduce anxiety, and reset your creative mind.

Your nighttime routine doesn’t just affect your sleep—it sets the tone for tomorrow’s creativity, clarity, and emotional well-being.

Instead of ending your day with doom scrolling, work emails, or Netflix binges— learn how to create intentional, calming evening habits that lower cortisol, invite relaxation, and naturally boost melatonin, dopamine, and serotonin.

These rituals are the key to deep rest, a clear mind, and a heart ready to create.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why your brain craves routine at night—and how to use it to your advantage 
✔️ The impact of screen time and overstimulation on sleep and stress 
✔️ How evening rituals support mental clarity, emotional balance, and creative flow 
✔️ Simple nighttime habits that lead to better mornings 
✔️ Tools to help you calm your mind, reflect, and end the day with gratitude and intention

✨ Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, a busy parent, or someone seeking more joy and less stress, building an evening ritual will become your secret superpower for a better tomorrow.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:22 Recap of Morning Pillar
03:00 Beth's Morning Routine Changes
06:21 Introducing the Evening Pillar
06:56 Evening Rituals and Device Use
09:32 Balancing Evening Activities
11:31 Implementing Changes with Family
13:24 Practical Tips for Evening Rituals
21:17 Planning for Future Retreats
23:07 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

🔔 Subscribe for weekly insights on creativity, focus, and living with creative intention.  
Click here: https://www.bdi-create.today/  

💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s one thing you plan to change in your evening to create a more successful tomorrow?

SHOW NOTES
Reach out to Lisa Murphy 
Get your complimentary session:
https://www.lisamurphyllc.com/

Create-Today Offerings:
Register to the Create-Today Workshops!
https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar

Other Creative Resources at Create-Today: 
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources

The Create-Today Home Page:
https://www.bdi-create.today

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