Have you ever considered a dramatic career change, a leap from a structured path into the wide-open world of creative expression? Our guest, Ronald Jackson, embodies this very journey. Growing up in the rural Arkansas Delta as the youngest of eleven children, Ronald's early life was steeped in a family legacy of challenging norms. After a distinguished 21-year career in the U.S. Army, a profound "aha moment" set him on an entirely new course.

Join us for an intimate conversation with Ronald as we explore his incredible transition from military life to a celebrated self-taught artist. Discover the story behind the spiritual epiphany that reshaped his path as an artist, how he "partnered with time" to develop his craft without formal training, and the deeply personal inspiration behind his striking mask paintings. If you’re looking for inspiration and action steps to redefine your life's purpose, this episode is for you.

00:00 - Introduction to Ronald Jackson

03:15 - A Creative Childhood in the Rural South

05:00 - The Power of Play and Imagination

07:00 - An Unexpected Welcome to the Art World

10:30 - The Epiphany: A Spiritual Awakening

18:50 - The Decision to Partner with Time

24:40 - From Behind the Scenes to Best in Show

27:30 - The Story Behind the Masks

33:00 - Finding Your Artistic Voice Through Self-Discovery

36:15 - Redefining Success: From Being an Artist to Being Authentic

38:15 - Conclusion

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This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Santiago Cardona and Daniel Espinosa.

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