Creativity isn't just for "artsy" people — it's a key part of being a great designer, problem-solver, and business owner. In this episode, we talk about what creativity actually is (hint: it's not just painting or making something pretty), why stress can shut it down, and how wellness, community, and novelty can help you reconnect with the part of you that sees possibilities.
We also explore why so many high-achieving designers struggle to make time for creativity "just because," how chronic stress can narrow your thinking, and why small changes — like coworking, taking a different route home, or putting yourself in the "path of awe" — can unlock new ideas and energy.
Plus, I share a personal shift I've noticed over the last few years: as my health improved (sleep, alcohol-free living, stress support), my creativity came back online in a way that made me feel like a better designer, leader, and human.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why creativity isn't a personality trait — it's something you can nurture
- A simple definition of creativity: making new connections
- How stress (especially chronic stress) impacts creativity and problem-solving
- The role of community (and "body doubling") in focus and creative momentum
- Ways to support your nervous system so creativity feels more accessible
- The power of novelty, awe, and art (creating or observing) to spark ideas
- Practical tools I love: Insight Timer, Oura Ring, and tapping
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