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Curating the Curious

Welcome to Curating the Curious, the podcast that celebrates staying curious in life and never settling into a box.
This show is for the creators, the seekers, the explorers, the truth tellers….and the forever students of life.

No matter what age or stage you’re currently at, this is not as good as it gets and it is never too late to begin.

Join me as we explore all of the questions that come with the idea of curiosity. A place where the possibilities are endless and you can always start again.

We expand our lives through curiosity. One of my greatest passions is finding ways to encourage and inspire others to keep pushing, sharing, living, and making things for the world to see.

Copyright: © 2021 Curating the Curious

Latest Episodes:

Day 23- It's Time To Share Your LIGHT! Oct 01, 2025

"Whatever arrangement you have to do around you, of boundaries and who gets to be close...or far, and how much you look at social media...or don't, make those adjustments so you can hear yourself. When you can hear yourself you're that much closer to actually being able to feel your good life." -Adrienne Marie Brown

Welcome to DAY TWENTY THREE of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 22- The Obstacle is The Way...Limitations Will Set You Free! Sep 26, 2025

"Creativity is what happens when a mind encounters an obstacle. It's the human process of finding a way through, over, around, or beneath. No obstacle, no creativity." -Ben Orlin

Welcome to DAY TWENTY TWO of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 21- Using Self Doubt as as TOOL Sep 25, 2025

"My personal belief is that anybody who doesn't have self doubt or who is not criticizing their work is creating shitty work. It's vague, it's weightless, and it doesn't have any depth to it. I think criticism is that standard, and it's that purity in our brains that's saying, "I'm going to ensure 2 things: 1) that you really want to do this. 2) If you are going to do it, it's gonna mean something." and that's where I think self doubt is amazing." -Trevor Stoddart

Welcome to DAY TWENTY ONE of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 20- 5 Steps To Achieve Flow State Sep 24, 2025

When we're in flow, action and awareness become one. Finding your zone will transform your everyday experiences. There is a power in flow state where we discover our path to complete immersion and all sense of time just melts away. How do we achieve this state? Listen today and find out for yourself.

Welcome to DAY TWENTY of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 19- Play: The Path To Healing Sep 19, 2025

"People think that Play is the opposite of work. It's not. Play is the opposite of DEPRESSION." -Your Brain on Art (book)

Welcome to DAY NINETEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 18- Protect & Prioritize Your PEACE Sep 13, 2025

Let's make a pact to disconnect from any negativity and prioritize our mental health. Make some bread, hug a tree, unplug that television. Let's find some peace and make some art.

Welcome to DAY EIGHTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 17- Are You Playing Small When There's a Giant in Your Bones? Sep 08, 2025

"Are you playing small when there's a giant in your bones?" - In-Q

Welcome to DAY SEVENTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 16- How Do We Unclog Our Creative Drain? Sep 03, 2025

"Unused creativity is not benign. It metastasizes into resentment, grief, heartbreak, and depression." -Brene Brown

Welcome to DAY SIXTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 15- The Secret Tonic of Creativity: Let's Spark Some Childlike Wonder! Aug 28, 2025

How can embracing beginner's mind spark creativity and wonder in our lives? Let's set out on a quest for fresh perspectives!

Welcome to DAY FIFTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 14- Shake That Brain Awake! Fresh Eyes Create New Worlds Aug 22, 2025

"In the beginner's mind there are infinite possibilities. In the expert's, there are few." -Suzuki

"When you read children's books, you're given the space to read again as a child. To find your way back. Back to the time when new discoveries came daily and when the world was colossal. Before your imagination was trimmed and neatened, as if it were an optional extra." -Katherine Rundell

Welcome to DAY FOURTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 13- Sometimes You Gotta Grow Your Garden Before You Paint It Aug 13, 2025

Things take time. Did you know that Monet GREW his gardens BEFORE he painted them? Just think of the length of time that was put into some of his most famous works of art. Still to this day, people travel from all over the world to not only see his paintings in person, but also to visit his home in France. A place where you can stroll through his gardens (which were actually his most beloved creations for him personally).

What seeds are you patiently nourishing? What gardens are you looking to grow?

Welcome to DAY THIRTEEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 12- What Are The Seeds That You're Looking To Plant? New Beginnings Aug 12, 2025

"There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening, that is translated through you into action. And because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique. If you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open." -Martha Graham

Welcome to DAY TWELVE of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 11- Redefining Success...Beyond Public Approval Aug 11, 2025

"Your new life is going to cost you your old one. It's going to cost you your comfort zone and your sense of direction, it's going to cost you relationships and friends, it's going to cost you being liked and understood. It doesn't matter. The people who are meant for you are going to meet you on the other side. You are going to build a new comfort zone around the things that actually move you forward. Instead of being liked you are going to be loved. Instead of being understood you are going to be seen. All you're going to lose is what was built for a person that you no longer are. Let it go." -Brianna Weist

Welcome to DAY ELEVEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day in order to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 10- Sandcastles and Tides: A Quest For Identity Aug 06, 2025

Welcome to DAY TEN of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 9- Free People Free Others...Shine Your Light! Aug 05, 2025

Welcome to DAY NINE of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 8- You Are Not Too Old and It Is Never Too Late Jul 31, 2025

Welcome to DAY EIGHT of our new 30-day COMMUNITY PROJECT where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 7- Writing To Discover Your Truth Jul 30, 2025

Welcome to DAY SEVEN of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 6- Belonging vs. Fitting In Jul 29, 2025

Welcome to DAY SIX of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 5- Finding Joy in the Shadows Jul 28, 2025

Welcome to DAY FIVE of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve our mental health. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 4- Just Call Me "Fists of Justice" Jul 24, 2025

Welcome to DAY FOUR of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve mental health during difficult times. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 3- Alchemize That Sh*t Jul 23, 2025

Welcome to DAY THREE of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve mental health during difficult times. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something beautiful!

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Day 2- Let's Turn This Sh*t Into Something Beautiful Jul 22, 2025

Welcome to DAY TWO of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve mental health during difficult times. We all realize that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help!

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something more beautiful!

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Day 1 -We're in This Together...Create and Heal Jul 21, 2025

Welcome to DAY ONE of our new 30-day project where we make something with our hands every day to improve mental health during difficult times. We all know that creativity heals...it's time to put that knowledge into action.
These episodes will exist here, marked with the days numbered, in order for you to follow along at any speed that you like. Miss a day? Doesn't matter. Just pick up right where you left off and keep making things. These episodes will give us all some accountability, but if you need more, pair up with a partner. It really does help.

Join our creative community by making something today, whether it's for five minutes or several hours—your brain will thank you. Let's do this thing together and turn all of this sh*t into something more beautiful!

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#69- Marketing Your Art without Feeling Gross with Bec Griffiths Mar 04, 2025

Today's episode is an incredible conversation with Bec Griffiths, where we explore how she mixes her background in corporate marketing with her own personal artistry. Bec shares insights on marketing that feels genuine, true, and highly creative. We also discuss:

• How your curiosity is your superpower in business
• Why marketing and art might not be as different as you think
• Exploring her personal project "Multiplicity" and its themes of duality
• Tips for navigating marketing as an artist without feeling like a sell out
• Focusing on authenticity and truth as your marketing foundation
If you liked this episode, please share it!

Links:

Bec's Website
Bec's Current Class- The Art of Marketing

Bec's Instagram

Illuminate Classes Website

Bec's Personal Projects

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#68- The World Needs Your Creativity Now...More Than Ever Feb 20, 2025

We are ALL creative and we are ALL artists. Now is the time for us to begin throwing the old stuff into the compost bin and creating something new. Transmute that darkness into light!!!

I wrote this piece called "You Are An Artist" a few years ago because I firmly believe that we were all born into this world as creative beings. Some of us experienced a life that slowly chipped away at our belief in that, and others have merely lost a bit of the shine...but it's still there underneath it all.

Imagine a life where your imagination blooms like vibrant sunflowers in a once empty field. This is an episode about embracing curiosity and creativity as something that has the ability to transform your life...no matter where you are in your artistic journey. Whether you wield a paintbrush, pen, or simply the power of your mind, there's wide open space for you in this creative community. Now, more than ever, the world NEEDS your imagination and your (form of) art.

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#67- 2025 No Cherished Outcomes Dec 31, 2024

First things first...after multiple requests, Layne has returned, and she has some very wise words to share.

What if letting go of expectations could transform the way we navigate life's uncertainties? This episode of Curating the Curious explores this concept as we reflect on 2024, a year that challenged us in very unexpected ways. Embracing the idea of "no cherished outcomes," inspired by a Celtic poem (and Liz Gilbert, of course), we discuss how releasing our grip on expectations can lead us to something more.
As we close a challenging chapter and step into a new year (that's already looking pretty daunting honestly), we examine new perspectives gained from facing life's hurdles. Stay curious, be brave, and join us as we navigate the journey ahead with an open heart and mind, ready to meet whatever comes our way.

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#66- Breaking Habits and Sucking Less- (Cliffs Notes from a Curious Mind Episode 5) Feb 15, 2024

Show notes, chapter markers, and links coming soon...

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#65- Loosen Your Laces- You're Welcome! Jan 25, 2024

After spending the last several months (YEARS actually) studying habits and the different ways that they intertwine with our self image and identity, I'm excited to dedicate an episode to just a sampling of these ideas.
This episode is an invitation to step into the power of your unique voice and live with joy, shedding the constraints of a rigid self-narrative.
James Clear's "Atomic Habits" takes center stage in our discussion, offering a look at how small changes can lead to monumental shifts in our self-perception and identity. We navigate the landscape of neuroplasticity, taking a look at how altering our daily routines can rewire our brains and reinforce our self belief.
We end the episode by illuminating the subtle distinction between being humble and modest. Instead of diminishing our light under the guise of modesty, we champion humility as a genuine expression of self that empowers both ourselves and those around us.
Join me for an empowering conversation that encourages you to live unapologetically, honor your successes, and to inspire a collective ascent to loosening those laces and living out whatever largeness lies within you.
P.S. Please help me out and tell your friends this podcast is back! Apple Podcasts has paused a huge amount of listeners without them knowing. Between that and my (highly diminished) reach on social media, barely any of my subscribers even know that the podcast has returned. Thank you for sharing in any way you can! Muah

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#64- Purifying the Airwaves (Cliffs Notes from a Curious Mind Episode 4) Jan 18, 2024

Welcome back to another episode of Cliffs Notes from a Curious Mind! This is an abbreviated list of the top 7 things that I've learned, loved, listened to, and/or labored over. Today's topics are:
1) A bit of Martha Graham's wisdom
2) the vibrant spirit of John Batiste's 'American Symphony' (and his upcoming tour).
3) we peer through the lens of 'fundamental attribution error,' encouraging a deeper understanding of our judgments.
4) Dacher Keltner's book, 'Awe' takes us on a tour of wonder, inspiring us to seek out the extraordinary in the ordinary.
5) We dabble in neuroscience and find the healing properties of tears.
6) Brene Brown on finding friends who protect our light.
7) Rick Rubin and his advice on Metta Practice
***Bonus Quote at the end!

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#63- The Art of Pausing Jan 10, 2024

I'm back (again)! A while ago, I made the decision to step away from the noise (in order to hear myself instead).
In the time away from the constant buzz of social media, I found a renewed connection with the voice within.
I'm so excited to reconnect with all of you and extend a heartfelt thank you for your unwavering support!
And if you're looking for an extra spark of inspiration, don't miss out on Rachel Larson Weaver's episode (Episode 61)—it's the perfect springboard into our new season.

Your engagement and five-star reviews mean the world to me. Please share this episode if it resonates with you!

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#62- Wear Sunscreen Jan 04, 2024

Hello to all of my new listeners and welcome back to so many of you! Today I want to share something that I recorded several years ago called Wear Sunscreen. This spoken word song was a guiding force for me in my twenties and is something that I believe everyone can learn a little something from.
If you haven't heard it yet, you're welcome...and if you have, listen to it again.
Thanks so much for all of the shares and messages and people out there listening. This is one of my greatest joys and I'm soooo happy to be back!

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#61- Joyful and Expansive Living with Rachel Larsen Weaver (Interview) Jan 03, 2024

We're coming right out of the gate with someone that I see as the living embodiment of all of the joy, curiosity, truth telling, and creative living that I've envisioned for this new season.
In this first episode of Season 2, we talk about crafting a daily life that keeps us fulfilled and inspired, finding pockets of joy, building intentional friendships, and staying open to all of the POSSIBILITY that life has to offer.
If you're looking for that kick in the pants to keep you excited and hungry for a more expansive and colorful life, this is it.
Rachel's links:
Self-Love Guide Disguised as a Self Portrait Primer
Rachel's Weekly Newsletter (HERE & NOW)
Tom Weaver's Newsletter (Mind Under Matter)
Mother/Artist Book Club
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#60- It All Comes Back to Love...and Rick Rubin Mar 22, 2023

Isn't more love always the answer? Has the universe been sending me secret messages by way of Rick Rubin? So many questions...and also so many possible answers.
Today's episode is all about

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#59- How About Some Generational JOY? with Laura Aziz Feb 21, 2023

In the world of buzzwords, I think we’ve all heard the term “generational trauma”? But what about generational JOY? I mean, how much more interesting is that idea?? Leaving a legacy of joy! Is it possible? I don’t even know…but I definitely want to try.
I’ll never forget the day that I read and wrote down those two words by Laura Aziz. At that time, I was knee-deep in sifting through everything that was less than joyous in my life.
In that moment, Laura’s words gave me hope. And not just hope, but also a new target for me to aim for.
Laura and her words have often left me standing in awe as I try to figure out how she does it? How she always seems to be able to sum things up in a way that completely shifts my perspective.
Today, we are revisiting Laura's episode from the past: "You're Gonna Die". This one with Laura Aziz was one that stayed with me in many ways. Laura’s ideas and way of speaking truly hit me (every time) and I find myself thinking back to certain quotes of hers or things that she’s written quite often. I think I need to bring her back to chat again, but before I do, I wanted anyone who didn’t hear this to get the chance…and if you already did, it’s probably worth another listen.

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#58- What If...? Changing Your Story Feb 15, 2023

What would happen if we truly all believed that people out there really do want us to succeed? What if we believed that people want to learn from us and work with us and hear what we have to say with a true sense of childlike curiosity (and a completely open heart)? Would we share more? Would we censor ourselves less?
One of my favorite things about living curiously is having the belief that we can all write a new story whenever we decide to. It's not too late and you're never too old to start again and begin anew.
We also hear from Layne with an update on last week's performance! She tells us her future plans with her band and new projects they're working on.

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#57- Never Let Anyone Break Your Spirit with Layne Azzolini Jan 31, 2023

We're back with a new episode! This time, we have a very special guest...my baby girl, Layne Azzolini. Layne has been spending her time this year writing songs and today she's decided to share one with all of us.
We talk about what it feels like when someone makes fun of something that we're proud of or puts us down. We also discuss the fact that as we get older, the voices of doubt in the back of our minds seem to get a little louder.
Although things can sometimes knock us down, we have to remember not to allow anyone to break our spirit. Layne has helped me through the years to connect with the childlike wonder and freedom from my younger years. Her wisdom is a reminder for all. Rest if you must, but don't you quit.
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#56- Silence Can Be Golden- (Cliffs Notes From a Curious Mind) Dec 12, 2022

We have a new episode of Cliffs Notes From a Curious Mind.
This idea is an abbreviated and (hopefully) thought provoking series that will feature the top 7 things that I have learned, loved, listened to, and/or labored over.
These 7 things have been carefully chosen to speak about today in order for us to get curious together and maybe provide a bit of food for thought. Here are today's topics, which are the top 7 things that 2022 has taught me:
1) Intuition
2) Yin & Yang
3) Mind/Body Connection
4) New Beginnings
5) Tich Nhat Hanh and Sunflowers
6) The 7 Kinds of Rest (that we all need)
7) Michaela Coel: Do Not Be Afraid
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#55- Boundaries & Belonging Oct 23, 2022

Today's episode is sort of a hybrid between my earlier solo episodes and the new Cliffs Notes version. We will cover 7 things, but they will all follow a theme that braid them together.
Today's 7 things are:
1) A quote from Cleo Wade
2) The definition of TRUE friendship
3) Words by Charles Cooley
4) "Poopy LeAnna"
5) Fountains and Drains
6) Voluntary vs. Involuntary Chaos
7) Community and True Belonging
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#54- Don't Eat The Couch-(Episode 2 of Cliffs Notes From a Curious Mind) Sep 29, 2022

This is the second episode of Cliffs Notes From a Curious Mind.
This idea is an abbreviated and (hopefully) thought provoking series that will feature the top 7 things that I have learned, loved, listened to, and/or labored over in the past several days.
These 7 things have been carefully chosen to speak about today in order for us to get curious together and maybe provide a bit of food for thought. Here are today's topics:
1) The Best Teachers...
2) Dr. Becky!!! (I said Amy in the episode!)
3) My favorite app (it's free!)
4) Choose Your Mentors Wisely
5) 2 of the best uplifting and fun shows to watch
6) Cognitive Load info
7) Eating the Couch with Liz Gilbert (Big Magic)
****Here's the GoFundMe page for Lisha and her girls:
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Finding Wonder Retreats with Chandra & Cindy:
Finding Wonder

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#53- Smell the Cheese-Cliffs Notes From A Curious Mind-(First Episode) Sep 14, 2022

Cliffs Notes From a Curious Mind is an abbreviated and (hopefully) thought provoking episode that will feature the top 7 things that I have learned, loved, listened to, and/or labored over in the past several days.
These 7 things have been carefully chosen to speak about today in order for us to get curious together and maybe provide a bit of food for thought. Here are today's thought provoking topics:
1) Amy Krouse Rosenthal
2) Marrianne Williamson's Lamp Theory
3) Who Moved My Cheese?
4) Pondering the possible demise of social media
5) Stoics List of 5 Questions that will change your life
6) Intuition Vs. Fear
7) Our friend Lisha, who desperately needs our help
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Please donate if you are able to. No matter what though...PLEASE SHARE this link! Spread the word. Engagement is down for most of us on our socials, so we need all of the help that we can get right now. Thank you!

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#52- All the Books-(Best of the Best Compilation) Aug 24, 2022

One of my FAVORITE parts of each interview is when I ask my guest about the one book that they feel that everyone should read and why. There are no right or wrong answers...it's all about learning new and interesting ideas and opening our scope of what we feed our minds.
This particular episode is one that you'll probably want to have a pen and paper handy, in order to take a few notes. I bet you'll learn about at least one book that you never knew of before. Even if you happen to be the greatest bibliophile alive and don't learn any new titles, I guarantee you that you'll at least be persuaded into reading something that you hadn't previously considered.
Take a listen and let us know what you think!

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#51- No Mud, No Lotus Jul 20, 2022

I'm baaaaaaaack!! It's been a while and boy, have I missed you all. I've been busy learning how to "sort my mail" and get this life of mine back on track. Today we will catch up with things that have happened since I dropped that bomb of a last episode back in March.
Things burning through my mind right now...friendship, being and introvert, paradigm shifts, the beauty of living in the gray area, and basically just finding a way to exist (and flourish) in this deeply divided world we are living in.
I'm taking you on a quick review of the tectonic shift that has been my life so far in 2022 and hopefully answering some questions that so many of you have had for me.
Spoiler alert: I'm all good now...finally! No Mud, No Lotus!

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#50- Dealing with Criticism (and Gossip) - Learn to Sort Your Mail Mar 22, 2022

“If you are a woman who dares to show up in the world in any way—big or small—the backlash will be swift and fierce and painful. It will come from men and women and people beyond and in between.

When a man puts out his work, the world asks: is his work worthy?

When a woman puts out her work, the world asks: Is she worthy of putting out her work?

So…rarely will her criticism be about her work at all. It will be about HER."
-Glennon Doyle
"If you are a woman considering showing up and using her voice in the world, you have got to learn how to sort your mail."
Here's the link for:
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#49- Slow Burn with Michael Ash Smith Feb 28, 2022

Today we have Michael Ash Smith from Unvaeled and Mber Creative. Michael wears many hats and this conversation covered it all. In this episode we discussed:

the backstory of Unvaeled and how his magazine Unvael Journal came to be
the social media algorithm and why we shouldn’t take low engagement personally
how to embrace reels and rather than fighting the current (while maintaining your artistic integrity)
how to begin in analog photography and the beauty of slowing things down
self portraits and the different ways they can support our ability to interact with clients (most importantly though, the therapeutic side of it all)

This is a good one guys. Take a listen and let me know what you think!
Michael's links:
Mber
Michael's IG
Unvaeled
Narrow Spaces (record Label)
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#48- You Are An Artist Feb 10, 2022

You are an artist.
We are all artists in some way. Each one of us creates, shapes, molds, or even bakes things of some sort. We all dream, dance, plan, sketch, sing, and imagine new ideas. We’re not required to be good at these things…it’s all about the process. The light that it brings to your heart.
The moments of joy, energy, inspiration and flow will strike when you least expect it. Pay attention and follow where it leads. You are an artist and you belong. There is a creative space in this world for everyone. Welcome.
Today's episode is something I wrote this week and wanted to share with you all. I hope you enjoy and would love to hear from you if you do!
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#47- Living a Life of Curiosity- (Best of the Best Compilation) Jan 27, 2022

What does living a life of curiosity mean to you? Out of all of the things that we discuss on this podcast, that last question is my personal favorite.
No one person sees it the same way and every interpretation leads me closer to understanding what I was doing when I decided to create this show, with this name, Curating the Curious.
We've pulled this compilation together from each interview in the past year in order to inspire and also discuss what possibilities could be out there for all of us.
Hearing all of these words from each of our past guests has been music to our ears here. Hopefully it will be the same for you!

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#46- Creative Compass: Designing Your Road Map-(Thoughts for a New Year) Jan 05, 2022

“While the canvas of your life is painted with daily experiences, behaviors, reactions, and emotions…YOU are the one holding the brush.” -Oprah
This episode is all about sitting down with that paintbrush and designing your life on that canvas.
Did you know that the average person lasts 36 days with their New Year's Resolutions and goals?
There are many reasons why this occurs so often, but I believe that there are ways to transform this. Piece by piece. It’s truly all about finding clarity and focusing in on all of the details.
I’ve created a free class on goal setting for you and I'm really excited to pass it along and see what you make with it. After several weeks of revising and expanding the class, I’m planning to be able to have it finished for you sometime in the second week of January.
While we wait on that, I have an assignment here in this episode. Take a listen and let's see where this takes you.
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Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
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#45- The Pursuit of Meaning with David duChemin Nov 30, 2021

Today's episode with David duChemin is for the dreamers and the makers, on the hunt for the meaning behind it all. We talk about bringing value to the world, making a living (and a life) with the things that we create, as well as one of my favorite topics, Memento Mori. I've been wanting to speak with David for a while...and he did not disappoint!
David duChemin is a best-selling author, photographer, and a bit of a firebrand where the creative life is concerned. His podcast A Beautiful Anarchy, is about the joys and challenges of the creative life and a reminder that you're not alone if it often feels like a daily fight. David spent the last fifteen years traveling the world as a humanitarian photographer and leading creativity workshops on all seven continents. When he’s not exploring the globe for inspiration, he lives on Vancouver Island, Canada, while planning his next adventure. David's photography can be found at DavidduChemin.com and his podcast can be listened to at ABeautifulAnarchy.com or wherever great podcasts are served.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
David's Links:
Book Shop
Website
A Beautiful Anarchy Podcast
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#44- Morning Mantra Manifesting #8 - Gratitude Nov 23, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: Gratitude.
Gratitude is the portal to abundance, joy, and magic. As Eckhart Tolle says, “Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance.”
Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, change neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities. I dare you to try affirmations for 30 days and see what changes occur for you.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can spot them easily. )
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day/week for a good reset!
Remember, "Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
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The book/affirmation card link for today's episode:
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
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#43- Designing a LIFE with Stormy Solis Nov 15, 2021

This episode with Stormy Solis is for anyone who has ever had a dream, but isn't quite sure if it's possible or not. Maybe you didn't have the right role model, support, or guidance to provide you with that belief in yourself. Maybe you're currently stuck and allowing the self doubt to swallow you up? Whatever it might be, Stormy's story shows us that it IS possible. With hard work, determination, and a solid intention, you are capable of making magic.
I'm eternally grateful that Stormy felt the pull to open her heart and share her story with us. This episode is one that I hope all my listeners take the time to hear. You have the ability to build that thing that you dream of. You are the sole designer of your life and the time to live is now.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
Stormy's Links:
Stormy's All Heart Access
Her Website
(This is your last chance to sign up for All Heart Access before it's gone forever)
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#42- The Key to Really Living with Rebecca Annie Rose Williams (Wovenlight Journal) Nov 04, 2021

"If you can accept that your life will one day end, then you're more likely to fill it with the things that spark enjoyment. The things that make you happy." -Rebecca Annie Rose Williams
The pursuit of simple pleasures is something that I *try* to embrace in some way every day. Inspired by Rebecca, I believe it's the actual key to L-I-V-I-N-G.
If you've never heard of this beautiful soul, this episode will be my gift to you. Known as "Wovenlight Journal" on social media, Rebecca was a creative of many colors. The ultimate in staying curious in every way. She seemed to soak up every moment of life in order to get her hands dirty, make things, seek joy, and swim in the sea. To love her friends and family and spread her magic wherever she went.
Rebecca's body may have left this world, but her unforgettable existence is made up of fragments of beauty that she left behind for us to admire and learn from for many years to come. If nothing else, I hope this will spark a few thoughts for you to seek out and enjoy the pursuit of simple pleasures in your own life.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
Find Rebecca Here:
Instagram: @wovenlight_journal
Watch full video: Wovenlightvideo
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#41- An Episode for the Frustrated Creative- It Can Take a Long Time to Sound Like Yourself Oct 21, 2021

“Man, sometimes it takes a long time to sound like yourself.” -Miles Davis
We talk about finding our creative voice all the time. But Miles Davis, an icon, offering up this news flash that nobody escapes that period of the in-between...
That space inside of what we want to create and what we actually have developed the skills in order to fulfill that expectation. It can take years of hard work to close that gap. How do we keep moving and what do we do in order to remain inspired and focused?
Whether you're new to your creative endeavor or a seasoned pro, you have already or are just beginning to experience this. It's the great truth of creating. Join me as we discuss.
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Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
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#40- The 4 Agreements for Creatives Oct 05, 2021

Today we're going to talk about 4 steps you can take in your life (today) in order to simplify and enhance your creative life and career. Often, it's the simplest of ideas that are the most overlooked. However, they're also usually the most powerful in the way of transformation and change.
Come with me as we review this gem of an idea that was introduced over 20 years ago...and still plays an integral part in the way that I attempt to avoid negativity, self doubt, and creative paralyzation. These agreements are a gift and I'm excited to dissect them with you.
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#39- The One BIG Thing That's Holding You Back Sep 29, 2021

We talk about all of the roadblocks to creating all the time: resistance, your inner critic, fear of the unknown, imposter syndrome…the list goes on and on. But in this episode I want to simplify it all for you into one very obvious but often overlooked idea.
It’s been talked about in many ways, but I don’t think that people quite understand how reluctant they are to accepting this one thing as a part of life and just meeting it head on. Today's episode is about about that one BIG thing that's standing in your way of going for it and staying the course. Once you hear it, the idea might sound so obvious and simple that you dismiss me at first...but I urge you to really look into it.
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#38- Finding Wonder Together with Chandra Sandoval & Cindy Knight Sep 21, 2021

We've got a double whammy for you today with two amazing ladies, Chandra Sandoval and Cindy Knight! Since their original (and separate) appearances here on the podcast, These two have joined forces and are now leading women all over the world with their Finding Wonder retreats.
Regardless of whether you're looking to take part in a retreat, this episode is filled with so much inspiration and beauty. It’s about two people coming together with the purpose of lifting others up and shining a light on the beauty that exists around us in the everyday, as well as the extraordinary moments and locations.
You can check out everything they have to offer at:
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#37- Mental Health Check In - Hormones and "Happiness" Sep 13, 2021

Oof...last month was a doozy. If anything, it's provided me with a bit of wisdom, knowledge, and a great topic for today's episode. I'm bringing my story to you today and laying it all out on the table.
Mental health is something that I believe we need to normalize talking about in every way. As women, we can often be ruled by our hormones and discount it as PMS or something else that's (hopefully) temporary. What happens when the game changes and we lose touch with everything that we thought we knew about ourselves?
If you or someone you know seems to be struggling with a "different" level of stress, today's episode might be for you. There's nothing prescriptive here. It's an open discussion in order to bring awareness and possibly find some answers together.
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#36- The Best of the Best- All the Quotes- Season 1 Aug 25, 2021

This is my special gift to you today. In a time when words fail me, I've put together this beautiful compilation of all of the goodness from every guest that I've had on to speak so far this season.
The quotes section of every episode is one of my very favorite parts. I've been looking forward to sharing these all as a whole for some time now. I hope they bring a lift to your spirits and your day like they have for me.
If you have never caught an episode before, this might be a wonderful introduction to it all. Pass it on and share with your friends. This one hits me straight in the heart.
~LeAnna
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#35- Morning Mantra Manifesting #7- Stand in Your Power Aug 05, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: Stand in Your Power.
As you learn to love yourself, you become more powerful each day. Stand in that power and own who you are.
Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, change neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities. I dare you to try it for 30 days and see what changes occur for you.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can choose whether or not to listen in. )
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day/week for a good reset!
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
The book/affirmation card link for today's episode:
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#34- F*ck Being Modest- (You're Welcome) Jul 21, 2021

No mincing words here. F*CK being modest. Shrinking yourself so that others will be more comfortable in your presence is for the birds. Now humility...that's a totally different story. Being humble while also recognizing the power and unique abilities that you possess can be a wonderful thing.
Today we will dissect the difference between humility and modesty, and how it all intersects with two of the most important words I've learned along my voyage through the arts: "You're Welcome".
Perspective is everything and it's time to exist fully, without any apologies.
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#33- Beating Overwhelm Jul 12, 2021

Feeling the overwhelm of summer madness mixed with the chaos of post-pandemic life ramping back up again? How can we manage it all and keep our heads above water?
The key is all about taking the time to cut things into bite-sized chunks. "Micro-productivity" or "micro moves" (a term that I just made up for this episode) can be a true life-saver. Instead of allowing this new way of living to swallow us up, let's take a few small and simple steps together and beat the overwhelm.
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#32- Morning Mantra Manifesting #6- Money Mindset- I Deserve Abundance and Prosperity Jun 24, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: Money Mindset. You DESERVE abundance and prosperity. Let's talk about breaking through the imaginary ceiling in your mind and hitting that next level.
Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, change neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities. I dare you to try it for 3 weeks and see what changes occur for you.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can choose whether or not to listen in. )
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day/week for a good reset!
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
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#31- Finding Your Purpose Through the Fear Jun 18, 2021

We're all looking for fulfillment and purpose, aren't we? What if it all feels muddled and covered up by self doubt and fear...how do we move past that and get to the place we really want to be?
"Your fear will always be triggered by your creativity because creativity asks you to enter into realms of uncertain outcome...and fear HATES uncertain outcome." -Elizabeth Gilbert
How do we find our purpose in life? Let's discuss and figure it out together.
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#30- Outside the Box with Ashley Marston Jun 01, 2021

I'm excited to introduce one of the coolest, funniest, and most consistent artists I know...Ashley Marston. I can't think of too many people out there who keep it more real, while also maintaining a level of fun and inspiration at the same time.
Ashley is known for her work in capturing birth and underwater, as well family films. Her 365 day project called A Daily Occurrence has been running consistently for over 7 years now and she's taught students from all over the world how to stay inspired. To know her is to love her and I'm excited to release this episode. She's just a refreshing spirit to be around and her conversations are always filled with nuggets of wisdom.
Creative Compass:
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Ashley's Links:
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A Daily Occurrence Breakout
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#29- Morning Mantra Manifesting #5- You Are Not Running Out of Time May 20, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: You are not running out of time and you are not doing this thing wrong. It's okay not to know how it will all unfold. Trust in your own timing.
I've recently learned the power of affirmations and have begun to incorporate them into daily life. Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, change neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can choose whether or not to listen in.)
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day for a good reset!
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
The book/affirmation card link for today's episode (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
LeAnna's 2020 Course on Cultivating Creativity Through Self Portraiture:
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#28- Information is Power with Emma Goulding May 12, 2021

Today's episode with Emma Goulding covers so many thought provoking and inspiring topics. We talk about using social media as a tool for societal change, leaning into your identity with self portraits, feeling the fear and doing it anyway, and her goal of empowering others with information. Legacy is the key word and a greater purpose is lies beneath it all. It's never too late to begin on a new path and Emma shows us how to remain curious and adventurous in life!
Creative Compass:
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#27- Burnout Part 2-The Way to Healing May 06, 2021

Since hitting the publish button on my Part 1 episode about burnout and the toll it's been taking on me, I've received handfuls of messages from so many of you who are finding yourselves in the same position. We are not alone.
Throughout this process of taking a giant pause and finding new ways to heal, I've been collecting the thoughts and ideas that have been helpful for recovery. Here's a just a sample of what has been guiding me as of late. I hope these tips give you something useful to act on, like they have for me.
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
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The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#26- The Edge of Becoming with Cindy Knight Apr 29, 2021

This episode covers so many topics that have been on my heart for so long. We discuss the meaning of self portraiture and the role it has played in both of our lives.
Cindy also shines the light on the process of unraveling and becoming that happens through the passing of time. For some, aging can be a scary process, but if we change the lens through which we view it, becoming older and wiser is such a beautiful unfolding.
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
Half The Sky
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Here's the link for Chandra Sandoval and Cindy Knight's upcoming traveling retreat in Morocco:
Finding Wonder
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#25- Morning Mantra Manifesting #4- I Trust In The Timing of My Life Apr 26, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: I trust in the timing of my life. There is no rush, there is no hurry...all we have is now. I choose to be here now.
I've recently learned the power of affirmations and have begun to incorporate them into daily life. Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, change neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can choose whether or not to listen in.)
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day for a good reset!
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
The book/affirmation card link for today's episode (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Tickets for:
Phlock Live 2021
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LeAnna's 2020 Course on Cultivating Creativity Through Self Portraiture:
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#24- Burnout Part 1 - Where I've Been Apr 20, 2021

Boom, bang, crash and burn...that's where I've been. I'm happy to say that things are finally looking up!
For anyone who listened to my "Mindset-Which Wolf Do You Feed?" episode and felt overwhelmed by my intensity...apparently so did I! Shortly after that, I came face to face with a brick wall that wouldn't allow me to move any further, until I faced the music. Burnout is REAL. If you don't listen to the signs that your body sends you, things can turn pretty ugly.
I'm calling this episode Part 1 because I'm still slowly uncovering all of the pieces that I need to in order to completely recover.
I've missed being here and can't wait to find a way for it to fit into the structure of my life. For now, these are the few kernels of truth I have to offer.
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The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
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#23- Morning Mantra Manifesting #3 - I Rejoice in My Creative Energy Mar 29, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: I Rejoice in My Creative Energy. I Freely Express Who I am and Let My Own Unique Light SHINE
I've recently learned the power of affirmations and have begun to incorporate them into daily life. Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, increase neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with Morning Mantra Manifesting so you can choose whether or not to listen in.)
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day for a good reset!
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
LeAnna's 2020 Course on Cultivating Creativity Through Self Portraiture:
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#22- Mindset - Which Wolf Do You Feed? Mar 25, 2021

When it comes down to it, mindset is EVERYTHING. We've all heard the parable about the two wolves...which one do you feed? For some lucky people, positive thinking comes more naturally. For others (including myself), it can be a daily requirement to make sure you stay on the right track mentally. Feeding the right wolf can take some work.
After we've done that mindset work, we've also got to find ways to share the music within us and keep our creative spirit alive. Khalil Gibran once said, "When you are born, your work is placed in your heart." There is music in you. We've all been given a different song to play, but whatever your heart is calling you to do...don't let that chance slip by. Life is too darn short.
(If you haven't listened to Episode #15 called "You're Gonna Die...So Listen To This" with Laura Aziz, I highly recommend that you do that. It was life-changing for me.
This episode was built from the inspiration that Laura gave me on that day that we recorded that special episode. Hope you enjoy)
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The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
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#21- Morning Mantra Manifesting #2 - I am Open and Receptive To All Good Mar 22, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: I am Open and Receptive to All Good
"Every thought is either an investment or a cost". - T Harve Ecker
I've recently learned the power of affirmations and have begun to incorporate them into daily life. Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety, increase neural pathways, and increase healthy behaviors and activities.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with MMM so you can choose whether or not to listen in.)
Repeat after me, write them down, or listen a few times a day for a good reset!
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
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The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#20- Faith Over Fear with Sunny Mabrey Mar 18, 2021

Today's episode with actress, singer, model, and comedian Sunny Mabrey is all about feeling the fear and doing it anyway. Following your heart and going for every dream that enters your brain. Scared of that thing...do it anyway. Fall down once...stand up twice.
It's never too late for you to start something new, and if you can dream it up, then you can most definitely make it happen.
Join us as we relive a bit of our twenties together in LalaLand and also dig deeper into the lessons we've learned as time has moved forward.
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Mere Christianity By CS Lewis
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Find Sunny on Instagram and TikTok to see her comedy clips:
Sunny's Instagram
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Sunny's current and upcoming Film/TV Projects:
Hillbilly Elegy
Hunting Souls
A Unicorn for Christmas
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#19- Morning Mantra Manifesting (Intro) - I Am In Control Of My Reality Mar 15, 2021

Today's Morning Mantra Manifesting topic: Everything I do is a choice, so I am in control of my reality.
This is the very first day of this format that I'm popping in here for a little experiment. I've recently learned the power of affirmations and have begun to incorporate them into daily life.
If you're looking for a quick way to kick off your day, join me! (I'll title all of these episodes with MMM so you can choose whether or not to listen in.)
I'm going to see how this goes for now, and after I compile the input I receive from you, I'll decide whether or not it should be it's own separate thing with it's own podcast home. Daily? A few per week? Chime in on the Curating the Curious Instagram page and let me know what you think...I'm totally open to all thoughts and suggestions!
The book/affirmation card link for today's episode (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
How to Love Yourself Cards By Louis L Hay
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#18- Sisterhood - Finding (and Elevating) Your Wolfpack Mar 11, 2021

Do you have a strong support system in your life that lifts you up and supports you in all that you do? In today's episode we talk about finding your Wolfpack and tending to relationships that keep you growing and flourishing together.
The past year has tested so many friendships and ideas that we thought we had all figured out. Some friendships have bonded tighter, while others have dissolved.
All in all, the world is truly abundant and there's enough room for us to all sit at the table. How do we sift through and find the ones who truly "get" us?
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
Wolfpack By Abby Wambach
Wolfpack (Young Reader's Version)
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#17- Making Timeless Art with Kellee Quinn Mar 04, 2021

From traveling around the world to studying the work of the Old Masters, Kellee Quinn has done it all. She shares her stories and views on making art, inspired by all things from the past.
Her motherhood and breastfeeding work is in a league of it's own, and this episode gives insight as to why. There are no words to describe how much I enjoyed creating this episode. I guarantee you that after listening, you'll want to sit down with this Scottish beauty and have a pint of Guinness.
Kellee is now taking appointments for virtual fine art sessions that will blow your mind. They can be done from anywhere in the world, which means you're in luck.
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Boy, The Mole, The Fox, and The Horse By Charlie Mackesy
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#16- Is Anybody’s Art Truly Original? Feb 23, 2021

The big debate: Who and what is truly original? Does the consumption of social media help or hinder our creativity? With the help of Austin Kleon and his book Steal Like an Artist, we cover these topics along with all of the differing opinions floating around today.
Stealing, copying, fake it 'til you make it...all of these words and phrases can definitely have a negative connotation, but I've got a different view to explore. Is being "original" the end-all goal, or a totally impossible idea?
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
Steal Like An Artist By Austin Kleon
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#15- You're Gonna Die...So Listen To This! with Laura Aziz Feb 18, 2021

Wondering what this title is all about? You'll just have to listen to find out.
Today's episode with Laura Aziz was simply amazing and so much fun to record. Laura has been my Morning Pages Guru since the end of last year and it's high time that everybody gets a taste of all she has to say.
If you're interested in embarking on a Morning Pages journey of your own, but need an accountability coach who knows the ropes...Laura is your girl.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
Laura’s Links:
Instagram
Website
Morning Pages Group
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#14- Does Seeking Attention Kill Your Creativity? Feb 11, 2021

The path to creative fulfillment is one that so many of us are searching for...but how do we stay focused and true to course? The switch from "self to service" mindset can never fail you. Paying attention rather than seeking attention is yet another important layer.
As Joseph Gordon Levitt said, "if your creativity is driven by a desire to get attention, you will never be creatively fulfilled."
What steps can we take in order to get to that higher level of FLOW? All that and more in this Curious Quickie episode.
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
LeAnna's Course on Cultivating Creativity Through Self Portraiture:
Phlock+
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#13- Everything in Life is Art with Zoe Wittering Feb 02, 2021

Everything we do in life is art. From the food that we make, to way that we drink our tea. Today's guest Zoe Wittering is one of my favorite examples of this. By taking a look through her films and photos you can feel the way she takes in beauty from the every day occurrence and turns it into art. Her voice reminds me of listening to a calming meditation, and her films will bring you to another dimension.
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Zoe is also a creative mentor for videographers and photographers around the world.
Mentoring Link
Instagram Link
Zoe's Current Classes available at Phlock+ :
Mindful Mini Films
The Magice of Multiples
LeAnna's Course on Cultivating Creativity Through Self Portraiture:
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#12- Leaving a Legacy, What is Your "Why"...and Do the Numbers Truly Matter? Jan 26, 2021

In the wake of losing one of our brightest stars in the photography world, Jodye Sabatini of Yo.Saba.Saba I've been asking myself this question. What legacy do you want to leave behind as an artist and as a person? The topic of legacy can be discussed in so many ways, but I wanted to find a way to pay tribute to Jodye and her legacy that she left with us. Jodye, you will be missed!
We also chat about finding your "why", forgetting about the numbers, poet Maggie Smith, serotinous pine cones, Seth Godin's new book Practice, and The Clubhouse app. Follow me there @LeAnna_Azzolini
Jodye’s GoFundMe page
Book Links for this episode and Beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
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#11- Fortune Favors the Brave with Sarah Krieg Jan 19, 2021

Do you ever feel like you've got to be completely fearless in order to put yourself out there, be brave, and take risks in life? Sarah has decided that she is simply overly optimistic.
Join us as I chat with Sarah Krieg. One of the funniest and most talented ladies out there in the creative world right now. She's a filmmaker, photographer, educator, and podcaster. If you don't already know and love her from her new podcast The Shared Shutter, you will once you're done listening to this episode.
The book links for today's episode and beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Click HERE to download the rainbow baby video

Sarah's Breakout link:

https://www.clickphotoschool.com/filmmaking-for-photographers/

Sarah's Website:

https://sharedshutter.com/
Social:
Sarah's Instagram
Shared Shutter
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#10- The Path to Body Liberation with Teri Hofford Jan 12, 2021

Does the thought of chasing the concept of "body positivity" feel daunting, intimidating, or even impossible? Today's guest, Teri Hofford is going to break it down into something more manageable for you. The idea of body liberation is simply that...liberating.
Teri is an author, photographer, and a body image & mindset coach with an endless amount of knowledge to share. Buckle up! This is a good one.
The book links for today's episode and beyond (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
Teri's Book: The Geode Theory
The Alchemist By Paolo Coelho
other great books:
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
Find more about Teri at:
Teri's Facebook Page
Teri's Instagram Page
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#9- Wear Sunscreen... Dec 30, 2020

As we say goodbye to this year, I wanted to leave you with something short, sweet, and to the point.
This spoken word song made a lasting impression on me many years ago and guided me through my tumultuous 20's.
First written by Mary Schmich in the Chicago Tribune in 1997, and then turned into spoken word by filmmaker Baz Luhrmann in 1999. Enjoy it. Hear it. Remember these words.
Happy New Year...maybe? Hopefully? We will be cautiously optimistic on this one. See you in 2021.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
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#8- Finding Wonder with Chandra Sandoval Dec 22, 2020

Can we find wonder and beauty while navigating through the abyss of loss and grief?
Today we welcome my beautiful-to-the-core friend Chandra Sandoval. Her story is one that I think so many of us might be able to benefit from right now. She took something that was a devastating loss for herself and her family and turned it into a lifelong search for the wonder and beauty in the everyday.
As we all navigate through life differently this year, I think we can all take a bit of her story as a beautiful reminder that things will eventually get easier...and time really can heal.
The book links for today's episode and beyond: (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Prophet By Kahlil Gibran
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
You can find Chandra and her work at:
Website
Instagram
Retreats
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#7- Perfectionism is a Real B*tch Dec 17, 2020

Today's episode is all about the lie of perfectionism and silencing our annoying, but constant companion...the inner critic. We all have one, but it's our choice how much space we allow them to take up in our brain.
I've been a recovering perfectionist for many years, and although it will probably be a lifelong journey, I've come a long way. Join me as I share my viewpoint on it all, and dive into more vulnerable places along the way.
The book links for today's episode and beyond: (links can now only be accessed on a desktop):
The Artist's Way By Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Book & Journal Set (I own and love this!)
The 5 Minute Gratitude Journal
To find out more about Curating the Curious, head to:
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@leanna_azzolini_photography
LeAnna's Course on Cultivating Creativity:
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#5- Stretching Courage with Chloe Lodge Dec 01, 2020

Today we welcome Chloe Lodge, author of For the Love of the Photograph, world traveler, certified skydiver, and photography mentor based in New Zealand.
In this episode Chloe opens her heart and shares her story with us. We chat about overcoming self doubt, living a curious life filled with exploration, and the ways that difficult situations can empower and free us from the need to be people pleasers.
Between her books and workshops that she teaches, Chloe works with students from all around the world. Get ready to be inspired!
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
You can find Chloe at:
Website: chloelodge.com
Instagram: ChloeLodgePhotographer
For the Love of the Photograph; the book, journal and one-one mentoringhttps://www.fortheloveofthephotograph.com/shop
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THE ATELIER, where artists are encouraged to colour outside of the lines, and never stop

https://www.fortheloveofthephotograph.com/the-atelier

AUDIOBOOK 'For the Love of the Photograph' available

GooglePlay https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Chloe_Lodge_For_the_Love_of_the_Photograph?id=AQAAAECcLn1u8M

Apple Books https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/id1535010263

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#4- Finding Your Phlock with Laura Wood Nov 24, 2020

Today we welcome the amazing Laura Wood of @Ourkiddo and Laura Wood Photography. She is the co-founder and creator of the Phlock Community as well as Phlock Live, photographer extraordinaire, and one of the best people I know.
Join us as we talk about elevating others through community, having true intentions (and living with integrity), and not allowing crowd-pleasing to swallow us up.
Laura guides artists through the maze of business and art in the online community of Phlock and has inspired so many in the way of wedding photography, families, and also self portraiture. She is a true master of her craft and it is my pleasure to give you this special hour to hear her speak.
Phlock Beyond the Ordinary is available for right now and is packed with valuable information and classes.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
Find Laura at:
Instagram
Facebook
Website
Purchase Phlock Beyond the Ordinary
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Episode 3- Find Your Wild with Lauren Phillips Nov 17, 2020

Today we welcome Lauren Phillips with Love Her Wild Photography.
Lauren is a motherhood photographer living in Byron Bay Australia, who specializes in teaching creativity to artists. Her teachings are to unteach - and to encourage the creative muse inside each individual to arise in their own unique way, a true story of themselves by getting to know themselves better and removing blocks along the way.
Beyond the camera, she sells her presets which are used all over the world - Love Her Wild presets. Lauren has been teaching and holding retreats both internationally and across Australia for the last four years and is prepping to release an online course very soon.
In this episode we talk about nurturing your own unique artistic voice, dancing to your own beat, and embracing your weird. Get ready for some serious inspiration!
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
Find Lauren at:
Love Her Wild Photography
Love Her Wild Presets
Social:
@laurenphillipscreative
@loveherwildpresets
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Episode 2- Creative Self Care with Suzie Jay Goldsmith Nov 12, 2020

Today we welcome Suzie Jay Goldsmith. Author of the beautiful new book called The Rallying Cry, photographer, mentor and mum.
In this episode Suzie dazzles and inspires us while she shares her feelings on creativity as self care, embracing imperfection, giving ourselves permission to do the things that light us up, the value of curiosity and playful exploration, and nurturing resilience.
She works with parents and photographers to find passion, courage, meaning and purpose in their life and work. After 10 years of running her photography business, she has a new life mission: To encourage others to embrace their creativity and come home to the truest version of themselves.
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
You can find Suzie at www.mylittlemuse.co.uk
Social Media: @suziejaygoldsmith
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Episode 1- Welcome to Curating the Curious with LeAnna Azzolini Oct 26, 2020

Welcome to Curating the Curious, the podcast that celebrates staying curious in life and never settling into a box. Hosted by former inner-city elementary teacher, TV actress, LA realtor, wine slinger, waitress, salesperson, family photographer, and forever student of life…ME! LeAnna Azzolini.
This podcast has been a long time in the making and I'm super excited to finally be releasing it into the world. Join me as I introduce you to some of the most curious and interesting people I've met along the way through my many past lives. Each person that I've chosen to sit down and talk to has affected me on a deeper level. They're out in the world, making waves, living authentic lives, and expressing their unique gifts.
Get ready to be moved and inspired. It's time to take off on this journey and get curious together. Let's go!
Creative Compass:
Free Class on goal setting (designing your road map)
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