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Unleash Your Inner Creative with Lauren LoGrasso (A Creativity Podcast)

Unleash Your Inner Creative is a Webby Award-winning podcast designed to help you break free from self-doubt, embrace your creativity, and live an authentic, purpose-filled life. I’m Lauren LoGrasso, a multi-passionate creative, and I believe that repressed creativity is one of the root causes of unhappiness—which is why I’m here to help you unleash yours! Through a blend of inspiring interviews, solo episodes, and coaching sessions, this show explores creativity, mental health, spirituality, and self-development.

On the pod, you’ll hear from incredible guests like The Artist’s Way author Julia Cameron, How I Built This host Guy Raz, brain coach Jim Kwik, and Codependent No More’s Melody Beattie, as well as artists and performers like Chrisette Michele and Hannah Berner. Together, we share the tools and insights to help you rewire your mindset, overcome fear, and follow your heart’s deepest desires. Whether you’re a lifelong creative or just feeling a spark, I invite you to tune in, tap into your true potential, and unleash your inner creative!

New episodes are out every Thursday – follow, rate and review wherever you get your podcasts 🙂

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Copyright: © Lauren LoGrasso

Latest Episodes:

✨Julia Cameron on Living The Artist's Way: Guidance, Creativity & Receiving Answers to Prayers🙏 Jan 10, 2024

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On The Guest: Today I’m honored to say that for the fourth year in a row Unleash is having on the iconic author of, The Artist's Way and prolific creative, Julia Cameron. Julia is an artist, teacher, poet, playwright, novelist, filmmaker, journalist, and music composer. She’s best known for writing The Artist’s Way which has sold millions of copies, has been translated into 40 different languages and gave her the title “The Queen of Change” for starting a movement that brought creativity into mainstream conversation. Without The Artist’s Way, there would be no Unleash-she got me thinking about creativity as a spiritual pursuit and I have never looked back.

From today’s chat, you’ll learn:

A new tool called guidance that will help you literally get the answer to your prayers
How guidance can be utilized during creative process
An exciting announcement about Julia's personal life and how it's affecting her creativity and...
Julia’s tips on to know to whether to let something go or continue to have faith

-Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)

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✨2024 Forecast🐲🐉 Navigating YEAR OF THE DRAGON: Chinese Astrology Deep Dive w/ Mitra Rahbar Jan 03, 2024

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On The Guest:

Mitra Rahbar is a healer, intuitive, singer, author, humanitarian and spiritual teacher. She has worked with stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Gisele Bunchen, Sheryl Crowe and Courtney Cox and ME. Most importantly Mitra is a dear friend and spiritual advisor to me. She has a deep understanding of Chinese astrology and today she is on to give us a look at what 2024, the year of the dragon has in store!

From today’s chat, you’ll learn:

The main themes of this year's energy and how you can best utilize it!
Some of the benefits and challenges to expect in the new year
Tips for setting and achieving goals in the different phases of the year and maintaining steady self-love and self-care
How to step up and embrace dragon energy + what it has in store for your specific path!

-Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)

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Join Mitra's Class: https://www.voiceofmitra.com/

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🙏💗Gratitude: Creative Healing, SOULcial Justice & A Tease of 2024 Dec 27, 2023

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On this short holiday episode I just wanted to take this time to let you know how deeply grateful I am to be in community with you and support you on your creative journey. I want to sincerely thank you for doing the same for me. I will share why I'm so grateful for who you are, your creativity and for being a part of this show. I also give a tease of our episode next week which is a forecast for 2024 through the lens of Chinese astrology, numerology and what my guest has gathered as an intuitive.

Also, if this show has meant something to you, it would mean so much to me and the Unleash team if you would share it with a friend --podcasts really are spread person to person and it would mean so much to grow this community of people committed to healing through creativity. Also, if you'd like to support the show, rate and review on apple and rate it on Spotify- it takes a couple minutes and make a huge difference! XO! Happy holidays and happy New Year!

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🌟 Unleash Christmas Joy: My Parents Rate Holiday Foods+ a Hilarious Q&A, Heartwarming Moments & Sing-Along! 🎄✨ Dec 20, 2023

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Have you ever listened to a podcast with two living icons as guests? How about one that is ALSO a Christmas special/ Spectacular and filled to the brim with creativity and laughs. Well today, today you’re going to get all that and SO much more! Usually this show helps you gain tools you to love, trust and know yourself enough to claim your right creativity and pursue whatever it is that is on your heart! Today, we’re just here to have a little fun, spread a little holiday cheer and spend some time with my favorite humans, my parents, the illustrious Jo Ann and Mike LoGrasso…As they join us for the fourth annual Unleash Christmas Spectacular on Unleash Your Inner Creative!

On Today’s Pod, You’ll Hear:

A Special Game: Overrated, underrated, or perfectly rated - Holiday food edition (7:02)
A hilarious and at times heartfelt Christmas Q&A (17:53)
Our Christmas Carol Sing-Along (35:12)
The longest-ever “summary” of When Harry Met Sally delivered by my Mom (36:53)
Holiday wishes for Unleash listeners, the world and each other (50:41)

-Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)

Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative

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✨Unlocking Creativity: A Deep Dive into Sobriety, Spirituality & Self-Development w/ Zoë Pawlak Dec 13, 2023

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Today’s guest is Zoë Pawlak. She is an artist, industrial designer, entrepreneurial leader and speaker. Zoe’s work has been featured in places like the Architectural Digest, Interior Design, and Martha Stewart Living. Her paintings are also in the private collections of the Government of Canada, Cobie Smulders, and Club Monaco. She speaks a lot about the power and beauty of getting sober and sobriety. I wanted to have Zoë on because I was super interested in her take on the connection between sobriety and creativity and also because of her interesting insights on self-development, healing and spirituality and how they all intersect with creativity.

From today’s chat, you’ll learn:

How sobriety could help you creatively unleash and live a more authentic life
Techniques to tend to your mental health and move through life as a sensitive human
How to listen to the wisdom of your heart, gut AND brain
How to find a devotion to journaling + a brand new journaling technique to help you start!

-Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much to get the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)

Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative
Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso

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The JOY of Being Single: Unveiling the TRUTH About Single Life, Marriage & Happiness w/ Author/Researcher, Bella DePaulo Dec 06, 2023

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Hi Cutie! In this episode, you'll hear my conversation with Bella DePaulo, a social scientist and researcher with an expertise in the benefits of Single life and the author of the new book, Single At Heart. On the pod today, Bella discusses the societal pressures to find a partner, explaining that longterm single life actually leads to happiness for many people. She advocates for recognizing and celebrating personal milestones and achievements that aren't marriage or children-focused. Bella further shares advice for those struggling with societal expectations and how solitude could lead to creativity...Whether you're single or partnered, this episode is an important one to begin to understand and come to peace with the fact that we are forever in relationship with ourselves. The relationship you have with yourself is the one relationship that no matter what, you can always count on being there. This conversation will give you tools to start developing deep self-acceptance, self-love and enjoyment of your own company. Timestamps and links below, my love!

Links:

Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative
Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso
Get Bella's book: https://www.amazon.com/Single-Heart-Rewards-Fulfillment-Singlehood-ebook/dp/B0BPHMX1KF

Timestamps:

00:04 Introduction: Topic Intro/Show Intro

00:53 Guest Intro- Bella DePaulo: The Single Life Expert

01:19 The Misconceptions of Single Life

02:06 The Interview Begins: Bella DePaulo's Story

02:51 The Joy of Being Single: Bella's Personal Experience

04:38 The Science Behind Happiness and Marriage

06:57 The Misrepresentation of Marriage in Society

07:30 The Concept of Being Single at Heart

08:09 The Misunderstanding of Single Life

10:17 The Importance of Self-Acceptance and Self-Love

11:18 The Challenges of Being Single in a Coupled World

14:40 The Importance of Being True to Yourself

27:14 Happily Single People Feel Threatening to Coupled People?

31:08 Questioning Happiness and Conformity

31:23 Why Singles Need the Legal Benefits of Marriage

34:21 Challenging Social Norms and Celebrating Individual Achievements

38:15 Navigating Uncomfortable Questions and Embracing Authenticity

42:23 The Bias and Sexism in Society's Perception of Singlehood

45:06 The Power of Solitude and Self-Partnership

54:51 Defining 'Single at Heart' and Embracing Self-Love

57:32 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements

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The Antidote to Imposter Syndrome + Achieving Your Greatest Creative Dream w/ Filmmaker, Jeffrey Crane Graham Nov 29, 2023

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Hi Cutie! Today I sit down with Jeffrey Crane Graham to discuss his journey in creating his feature film 'Always Lola'. Jeffrey or Jeff, as I call him, and I have know each other since we were little 20-somethings working (or in my case, interning) at AfterBuzz TV. Today he shares how he achieved his greatest creative dream: writing, producing and directing a feature film --which is now out on Prime Video, no less! He will talk about how he alchemized. his personal grief into a compelling script, the antidote to imposter syndrome and the importance of staying true to personal vision as an artist. Jeff provides insight into the challenges and benefits of working with one's spouse, vulnerability’s role in the creative process, the changing climate of the industry, and the key tenant to all good stories. It’s a compelling episode between two friends that will give you practical tools to go toward your dreams on a shoestring budget and a full heart. Timestamps and links below!! Love you more than you know.

Link to watch/rent, 'Always, Lola' Here: https://www.amazon.com/Always-Lola-Roxy-Striar/dp/B0CBB4SGZG

Follow Unleash: @unleashyourinnercreative

Follow Me: @LaurenLoGrasso

TIMESTAMPS:

00:04 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:52 Jeffrey’s Journey to Filmmaking

02:27 Jeffrey’s Move to New York City

04:49 Jeffrey’s Creative Process and Inspiration

09:26 Jeffrey’s Film Project: Always Lola

12:46 Challenges and Triumphs in Filmmaking

19:23 Collaborating with a University for Film Production

25:53 How to work with a Spouse in Creative Projects

29:35 How to navigate Creative Differences in Film Production

32:35 The Power of Communication in Relationships

33:13 The Challenges of Producing a Micro-Budget Film

34:01 The KEY to Good Storytelling

35:39 The Evolution of your Creative Identity

36:33 The Decision to Write and Direct

42:22 The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership

45:58 The Struggles and Triumphs of film making

48:53 How to navigate Journey of Self-Discovery and Transformation

49:22 The Challenges and Rewards of Casting

52:51 The Impact of the Strike on Film Distribution

54:12 The Joy and Fear of Releasing a creative project

59:59 The Importance of Supporting Independent Film

01:00:26 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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Burnout: Why it Happens, How to Spot it & Tools to Stop it w/ Anne Helen Petersen (Best of Unleash) Nov 22, 2023

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The Best Of Unleah (original Episode Description Below!)

Anne Helen Petersen is an academic, journalist, and author best known for her work as the former senior culture writer and western correspondent at BuzzFeed, her book Can't Even: How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation, and her most recent gig as a writer at Substack. On top of that, She has been featured in publications such as Forbes, The New York Times, Business Insider, The Wallstreet Journal, NPR and many more.

As I mentioned, Anne wrote a book on Millennial burnout and is an expert on it. So I wanted to have Anne on the show, because honestly, I am pretty burnt out. And I have been for a while. Reading her book was a revelation of just how much I’ve been living hand to mouth and my out-of-whack priorities have been.The awareness of what burnout looks like, has helped me start to make small changes to rejuvenate myself and get back in touch with the sweetness and simple joys of life. It’s my hope that this interview can be an inciting moment for you to do the same, if you’re feeling similarly.

From This Conversation You’ll Learn:

What burnout is and how to know if you have it
Why she was drawn to the topic
How to form a practice to deal with your burnout & rest
Why millennials suffer for burnout more
What our boomer parents/history has to do with it
What to do if you feel like you never work hard enough
How the pandemic is affecting burnout
Why you should talk to trees and plants (REALLY)
Why a traditional office setting lends itself to burnout
Why employers both overwork millennials and criticize them for not being hardworking enough
Why Anne believes it’s sometimes better to do what you really like instead of what you love
How to get over Creative heartbreak
And more!

Get Anne's Book Here!

Download my new song, "Freakshow" Here: ffm.to/laurenlofreakshow

Time codes:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:06 Revisiting the Burnout Episode

01:11 The Importance of Rest and Reflection

01:51 Introducing the Guest: Anne Helen Peterson

02:33 The Burnout Generation: A Deep Dive

03:03 Anne Helen Peterson's Expertise and Background

03:31 Personal Experiences with Burnout

04:18 Understanding and Dealing with Burnout

04:56 Interview with Anne Helen Peterson Begins

06:22 Personal Journey and Burnout Realization

06:34 Understanding Millennial Burnout

10:14 The Impact of Work Culture on Burnout

13:07 The Role of Parenting and Childhood in Burnout

24:46 The Pandemic and Its Effect on Burnout

27:42 The Paradox of Productivity on Slack

28:20 The Impact of Surveillance on Work Culture

29:48 The Journey of Writing a Book

31:58 The Misconception of Millennials and Work

41:43 The Transition from Academia to Journalism

46:52 The Challenges and Freedom of the Gig Economy

53:03 Reflections on Childhood and the Journey to Now

54:31 Closing Thoughts and Acknowledgements

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The MOST Creative Story: She Taught Her Dog to 'Talk' & Wrote a Book About It w/ Alexis Devine aka @WhatAboutBunny Nov 15, 2023

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This week on Unleash, you'll hear from artist, author and internet sensation, Alexis Devine, who shares her journey of teaching her dog, Bunny, to communicate via the use of talking buttons. The unique approach to pet communication garnered Alexis viral fame on TikTok, with her page 'whataboutbunny'. We delve into Alexis' book, 'I Am Bunny', that details her experiences and revelations about herself and her creativity through teaching Bunny. The conversation also touches on the interesting overlap of creativity and science, Alexis' autism diagnosis, navigating life's unexpected turns, and cultivating patience during the creative process.

Timestamps/Chapters:

00:04 Introduction and Guest Introduction

02:38 Interview begins

03:02 Alexis's Artistic Journey/Life before Bunny

06:02 Impact of the Pandemic and Bunny's Arrival

06:16 Teaching Bunny to Communicate

07:58 Alexis's Unexpected Internet Fame

08:21 Reflections on Alexis's Artistic Career

09:46 Transitioning to a New Creative Path

19:24 The Role of Empathy in Communication

22:37 Advice for Teaching Dogs to Communicate.

26:37 The Journey to Writing a Book

27:26 The Process of Writing and Overcoming Challenge

29:01 Releasing the Book and Dealing with Vulnerability

30:12 Sharing Personal Trauma in the Book

31:47 Balancing Light and Deep Moments in the Book

39:34 The Intersection of Art and Science

41:19 Participation in a Canine Cognition Study

42:30 Discovering Autism diagnosis Through Bunny & repairing childhood hurts

46:07 Reflecting on the Journey with Bunny

47:37 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

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🇮🇹 My Sicilian Soul Journey: Uncover Ancestral Secrets, Creative Sparks & Family Healing Nov 08, 2023

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Ciao, Creativo🇮🇹✨! Today I'm going to take you inside my deeply joyful and emotional journey back to Sicily. On this trip I reconnected with my ancestral roots and got to introduce my parents to our long-lost relatives (first cousins) after over seven decades. Throughout the episode, you'll hear me delve into the cultural lessons gleaned from my Sicilian ancestry, the formative role family has played in shaping my creativity, why I actually love language barriers and even some funny takeaways about Sicilan food and culture. We will also explore why your ancestry is a rich resource for creative inspiration and talk through how YOU can better understand yourself through addressing familial and generational grief. Hope you love it! Strap in for a Sicilan Adventure 🍝

Chapters:

00:04Introduction and Ancestral Journey

00:23The Importance of Knowing Your Roots

01:02The Privilege of Knowing Your Ancestry

02:12The Role of Family in Creativity

02:26The Power of Finding YOUR Creative Topic

04:29My Sicilian Origin Story

06:31The Unexpected Family ReunionS

10:04The Emotional Impact of Meeting Family

13:31The Trip to Sicily: A Homecoming

15:41The Healing Power of Family Connection

25:17The Role of Creativity in Sicilian Culture

40:53The Grief of Losing Cultural Roots

55:09The Miracle of Sicily Jo Ann

59:15Michelin Stars Are Overrated + I HATE Small Foods

01:00:37 The Uniqueness of Italian Culture

01:03:21The Healing Power of Ancestral Connection

01:06:12The Importance of Family in Creative Expression

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