This episode holds a split screen: one vacation loosens the grip of stress until wonder returns—clouds, flowers, small glimmers that say, “create again.” The other vacation stirs old habits of shrinking and people-pleasing… and still, creativity insists. We talk about claiming a pocket of solitude, painting anyway, and how making—even as an “escape”—can be a faithful first step toward voicing what’s true.

We explore the link between nervous-system safety and creative flow, how revisiting childhood delight can re-align a practice, and why gentle accountability (these weekly check-ins) helps us notice what’s actually happening inside. If you’ve ever felt both called to create and tempted to disappear, this one’s for you. What helps you feel safe enough to try? Tell us on Instagram or in the comments—we’d love to hear.

Thank you so much for listening.

If you know someone who needs this kind of gentle nudge, send it their way. The more kind, creative hearts in this space, the better.

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