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Why Creativity Feels Hard - And How to Make It Easier

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If you’ve ever wondered why something you love — creating — can feel like pulling teeth to start, this is your episode. We’re unpacking the real reasons creativity feels so hard (hint: it's not because you're lazy or lack discipline) — and sharing practical mindset shifts and "biohacks" that will help you make creating feel easier, lighter, and even fun again.

We’re diving deep into:
✨ Why your brain naturally resists creativity — and how to outsmart it
✨ The myth of "laziness" and why you’re not broken
✨ Why perfectionism and fear of failure are wired into all of us
✨ The three questions that will instantly make creativity feel lighter
✨ How to flip the script on self-doubt and procrastination

This is a permission slip to be a messy, joyful, imperfect creative — and to stop making it so freaking hard on yourself.

🎧 Grab your coffee, and let’s talk about how to finally get out of your own way.

Check us out on Instagram: @valeriemckeehan and @thatmakguy. Shoot us a DM, let us know what you think or if you have a topic you'd like us to cover.

Thanks for listening to The UnBound Creative!

If today’s episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave us a review, it helps more creatives discover the show.

💌 Connect with us on Instagram:
@valeriemckeehan & @thatmakguy (that’s Mak with a K!)

Keep creating bravely. We’re so glad you’re here.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Podcast Beginnings: Improv-Style Conversation (00:00:00)

2. Why We Avoid What We Love: The Creative Paradox (00:02:27)

3. How Our Biological Wiring Fights Creativity (00:05:40)

4. Reframing Nervousness as Excitement (00:13:17)

5. The Story You Tell Yourself Changes Everything (00:21:44)

6. Finding Joy in the Process Not the Outcome (00:32:09)

7. Learning to Override Your Brain's Resistance (00:40:30)

8. Key Biohacks for Easier Creativity (00:46:23)

58 episodes

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Manage episode 471828980 series 3435624
Content provided by Valerie & Mak McKeehan and Mak McKeehan. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Valerie & Mak McKeehan and Mak McKeehan or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

If you’ve ever wondered why something you love — creating — can feel like pulling teeth to start, this is your episode. We’re unpacking the real reasons creativity feels so hard (hint: it's not because you're lazy or lack discipline) — and sharing practical mindset shifts and "biohacks" that will help you make creating feel easier, lighter, and even fun again.

We’re diving deep into:
✨ Why your brain naturally resists creativity — and how to outsmart it
✨ The myth of "laziness" and why you’re not broken
✨ Why perfectionism and fear of failure are wired into all of us
✨ The three questions that will instantly make creativity feel lighter
✨ How to flip the script on self-doubt and procrastination

This is a permission slip to be a messy, joyful, imperfect creative — and to stop making it so freaking hard on yourself.

🎧 Grab your coffee, and let’s talk about how to finally get out of your own way.

Check us out on Instagram: @valeriemckeehan and @thatmakguy. Shoot us a DM, let us know what you think or if you have a topic you'd like us to cover.

Thanks for listening to The UnBound Creative!

If today’s episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave us a review, it helps more creatives discover the show.

💌 Connect with us on Instagram:
@valeriemckeehan & @thatmakguy (that’s Mak with a K!)

Keep creating bravely. We’re so glad you’re here.

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Podcast Beginnings: Improv-Style Conversation (00:00:00)

2. Why We Avoid What We Love: The Creative Paradox (00:02:27)

3. How Our Biological Wiring Fights Creativity (00:05:40)

4. Reframing Nervousness as Excitement (00:13:17)

5. The Story You Tell Yourself Changes Everything (00:21:44)

6. Finding Joy in the Process Not the Outcome (00:32:09)

7. Learning to Override Your Brain's Resistance (00:40:30)

8. Key Biohacks for Easier Creativity (00:46:23)

58 episodes

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