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The Higher Ed MarketerBreaking Barriers: Mentorship and Development in Higher Ed EnrollmentWith the enrollment cliff on the horizon, change might be just what your school needs to survive the drop.But switching up your enrollment strategy doesn’t have to be a big scary beast. Reaching out and finding support for development and mentorship can help you stay afloat in turbulent higher ed waters.We’re joined by Bridget Kurkowski, the VP of Enrollment Services at Encoura, who emphasizes how even just one LinkedIn message can go a long way in professional development.Join us as we discuss:[8:08] How...
2024-05-1443 min
Write from the DeepHow to Overcome Decision FatigueAre you struggling with making decisions? Feel like it’s the most exhausting thing in the world to do? Welcome to decision fatigue. We’ll give you practical solutions for getting rid of it. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-09-0631 min
Write from the DeepUsing the Stories in Our Lives with Guest Laurel ThomasDo you realize that your own life and journey are full of rich themes for your writing? Guest Laurel Thomas gives us guidelines and tips for not just finding those themes, but understanding what to do with them. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-08-2326 min
Write from the DeepLetting Go of Control with Guest Cara PutmanGuest Cara Putnam is a talented writer, professor, and mentor who has a definite A+type personality. Come join us as she shares the wonder and joy found in giving up control and trusting in God. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-08-0928 min
Write from the Deep5 Things No One Told You About the Writing JourneyHave you come across things on your writing journey you wish someone would have prepared you for? Or at least warned you about? We’re here to do just that! Listen in and learn to face your writing journey with peace and confidence. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-07-1924 min
Write from the DeepEmbrace God’s Mystery with Guest Robin Jones GunnDo you sometimes wonder if you can take one more unexpected crisis or change? Are you tempted to question WHAT on earth God is thinking? Guest Robin Jones Gunn shares the joy--and necessity--of embracing the mystery of this amazing God we follow.
2021-07-0634 min
Write from the DeepDon't Let False Guilt Hinder Your WritingGuilt, real guilt, serves a purpose in our faith and lives. But false guilt is a lie. We’ll share how to identify it––and escape it—so that you and your writing shine God’s light in this weary world. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-06-2126 min
Write from the DeepThe Gift of GuiltHow can we ever inspire readers, especially those struggling with guilt, when we’re so guilty ourselves? We’ll tell you how! Because true guilt is a gift that God uses to make you a better person––and writer––than you ever imagined. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-06-0726 min
Add To Cart: Australia’s eCommerce ShowCHECKOUT Justin Hillberg from Surfstitch | #084In this episode of Add To Cart, we checkout Justin Hillberg, Managing Director of Surfstitch. From being the innovative leaders and market darlings of the ASX, to going through voluntary administration and now back to profitability, Justin has led his team at Surfstitch through it all.Links from the episode:AppleNikeThe Jason and Scott ShowImpact (sponsored) Wipeout Survivors: The SurfStitch Story | #060Questions answered in the podcast:What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever bought online? Who...
2021-05-2707 min
Write from the DeepSeeing Through God's Eyes with Guest Tim ShoemakerWhen we writers start on our writing journey, we think we know how it will go. Then reality smacks us between the eyes. Guest Tim Shoemaker says it all makes sense when we look through God’s eyes. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-05-1726 min
Write from the DeepWriting with a Full-Time JobWorking a full-time job and struggling to find time to write? Have we got some great tips for you! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-05-0328 min
Write from the DeepOvercoming Health Obstacles with Guest Lindsay A. FranklinWhen a writer’s health becomes an obstacle, it can be frustrating and frightening. Guest Lindsay A. Franklin understands and is here to help! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-04-2023 min
Write from the DeepWaiting for Answers with Guest Lindsay A. FranklinAuthor Lindsay A. Franklin is too well acquainted with waiting for vital answers that never seem to come. But she made an amazing discovery in the waiting––and she's here to share that discovery with you! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-04-0627 min
Write from the DeepCompelled by God with Guest Paul HastingsGuest Paul Hastings, the founder of the podcast, Compelled, shares why we, as both Christians and writers, MUST live compelled by God––no matter the opposition. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-03-2228 min
Write from the DeepWriting from the Heart with Guest Nadine BrandesDoes it feel like every word you write lately is a challenge? Guest Nadine Brandes knows how you feel, and she’s here to share the amazing insights God taught her about creativity and obedience! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-03-0825 min
Write from the DeepHow Do You Listen to God?Listening to God is vital for our writing and our faith, but HOW do you listen to Him? Join us to find out! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-02-2224 min
Write from the DeepDeveloping Courage as a Writer with Guest Thomas Umstattd Jr.Got courage? If not, your writing will never be as effective as it can be. Guest Thomas Umstattd Jr. shares steps to developing this necessary attribute. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-02-0826 min
Write from the DeepWhen God Opens Doors with Guest Mary DeMuthHow do you know if God is opening a door for you? Guest Mary DeMuth shares keys to understanding new opportunities—even when we feel insecure—and to following God’s path boldly in this constantly changing world of writing. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-01-2524 min
Write from the DeepWFTD 133 - Detours on Your Writing JourneyDetours can be crazy making, smashing into you just when you feel you’ve hit your stride. But what if the detours on your writing journey are God’s way of getting you where he wants you to go? For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2021-01-1128 min
Write from the DeepHow to Avoid Writer's Burnout, Part 3By learning the right questions to ask, you can prepare ahead of time for the hard things heading your way and, in the process, head off burnout––or overcome it. Listen in to get started now! For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2020-12-2818 min
Write from the DeepHow to Avoid Writer's Burnout, Part 2Burnout is a thief. It steals creativity, robs us of joy, and pilfers our ability to write what God has given us to write. Come listen in as we discuss simple, effective steps for heading burnout off at the pass. For more resources and the full show notes, visit writefromthedeep.com.
2020-12-0721 min
Healing From Within - Sheryl GlickARRESTED UNJUSTLY JUST BECAUSE OF AN ACCUSATION
Welcome to “Healing From Within” with host Sheryl Glick author of Life Is No Coincidence and The Living Spirit Answers For Healing and Infinite Love which shares stories of spiritual awakening spiritual communication healing energies miracles and ways to utilize your intuition for greater health and prosperity and welcome to Amy Beth Ballon author of Fabulous to Framed which shares with us that all too often an innocent person is arrested simply because the police are called and must arrest someone not always the perpetrator and there has been an increase in the number of women being arrested because of d...
2020-09-2828 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Cafe - Using your VoiceWelcome to the Episode 244 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Cafe. In today's episode we talk about ways in which you are using your voice through your creativity.
We all have a responsibility to share our art and creativity into the world, each impacting differently on one of the 7.7 Billion people around the world,. We have to make room for our gifts and talents and not be afraid of what anyone else might think or say, being a positive influence on those around us, let me know how you are sharing your creativity with others.
2020-09-1838 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Word for the Week - FondnessWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith and Episode 243 - I am so pleased to have you here. Today's word is : Fondness
What can you think of that you have a fondness for in your creative activity. We speak of identifying these things and also continuing to side-step the critic which is always there with a word or two of discouragement, so you have to distract and send the critic on another mission.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great t...
2020-08-3113 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Word for the Week - ImaginationWelcome to Creating in Faith and episode 237 of the podcast. The Word for this week is Imagination.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by showing up on my blog, you can see the s...
2020-07-1315 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Word for the Week - HeartWelcome to Creating in Faith and episode 235 of the podcast. The Word for this week is Heart.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by showing up on my blog, you can see the s...
2020-07-0613 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Poetry - How Many Ways by Amanda TroughtIn today's episode of Inspirational Shorts I will be sharing one of my poems.
The Word for today is delighted. Think about those things that delight, what shape or form do they take. I am always delighted when I go into an art supply store lol, what nuggets of wisdom did you take away from the experiences that you have when you think about your creativity..
Think about the changes you would like in your own life and the step or steps you would like to take. Take out your art journal and be creative, use...
2020-07-0508 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness - Fabric Art JournalsWelcome to Arts and Wellness Episode 233. Check out the video where you will see how I use the fabric scraps in the art journal, making use of the texture and colour that comes from the material.
Taking time to create enables you to focus on you and work on areas of your life that need some thought. It is a great stress reliever as well. There are many ways in which you can take part in the arts from participating, watching someone create or looking at the finished art in a gallery setting.
Check out the...
2020-07-0430 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Word for the Week - LovingWelcome to Creating in Faith and episode 232 of the podcast. The Word for this week is Loving. Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
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2020-06-2916 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Poem by Merle CollinsIn today's episode of Inspirational Shorts we read a poem written by Merle Collins - You can check out some of the other poems that she has written HERE
Merle Collins (born 29 September 1950 in Aruba) is a distinguished Grenadian poet and short story writer. You can check out some of her books HERE Her first collection of poetry, Because the Dawn Breaks, was published by Karia Press in London in 1985, at which time Collins was a member of African Dawn, a performance group combining poetry, mime, and African music.
The Word for today is Enthusiastic...
2020-06-2802 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Studio TalkWelcome to Arts and Wellness episode 230 and we get to spend some time in the studio.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the artists share and see how we can apply it in s...
2020-06-2739 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Word for the Week AmusedWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 228 - I am so pleased to have you join me. Today's word is Amused
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by...
2020-06-1612 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Poem by Ntozake ShangeWelcome to Episode 226 for Inspirational Shorts, I hope that you have been having a great weekend so far.
This week we are blessed to hear a poem written by Ntozake Shange. You can find more about her on my Blog HERE
You can check out some of the other poems that have been written HERE
The Word for today is Aware and think of what the outcome was when you became aware of different situations, what nuggets of wisdom did you take away from the experience.
Think about the changes you wo...
2020-06-1405 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness - Stitched Play and ChatWelcome to the Episode 225 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about some of the stitched projects that I have been working on and have a general chat - you can see the work that I share on my blog, I hope you can join me
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and s...
2020-06-1328 min
RealityartsAffinity - Creating in FaithWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 225 - I am so pleased to have you join me. Today's word is Affinity
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by...
2020-06-0814 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Delicious - Word for the WeekWelcome to Episode 224 and Creating in Faith - Today's word is Delicious
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by showing up on my blog, you can see the show notes HERE
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2020-06-0308 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Poetry - Gwendolyn BrooksWelcome to Episode 223
In today's episode of Inspirational Shorts we read our final two poems by Gwendolyn Brooks - You can check out some of the other poems that have been written HERE
The Word for today is Helpful, and think of a time where you gave or needed help and what the outcome was, what nuggets of wisdom did you take away from the experience.
Think about the changes you would like in your own life and the step or steps you would like to take. Take out your art journal and...
2020-05-2908 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Slow Stitching and Art JournalsWelcome to the Episode 222 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about nurturing yourself and slow stitching - looking at a few examples that you can try yourself and add some of the techniques to your Art Journal. Let me know how you are getting on in your creative walk.
Check out the blogpost HERE to see the Stitched Meditations
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For information on arts events in Barbados that are happening online while we are in lockdown check out the Barbados Visual Arts event online Magazine Published by...
2020-05-2743 min
RealityartsWord for the Week - Rapturous - Creating in Faith Podcast EpisodeWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 221 - I hope that you have had a blessed weekend. Today's word is Rapturous, is this a word that you have ever used in relation to your creativity. Think about it for a moment, get out your art journal and spend some time thinking about the kind of colours that could be used and ways in which you can express the word in your life.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be rea...
2020-05-1811 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Gwendolyn Brooks - Of Dewitt Williams on his way to Lincoln CemeteryWelcome to Episode 220 of the podcast and Inspirational Shorts where we look at the Poetry of different artists and poets. In this episode 220 we are looking at Poet Gwendolyn Brooks - and her poem 'Of Dewitt Williams on his way to Lincoln Cemetery.
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The best way to utilize these weekly 'Friday Shorts' is to spend time meditating on the words and allowing them to permeate your inner consciousness.
Think about the changes you would like in your own life and the step or steps you would like to take. Take out your art journal and be creative, use colour, texture, w...
2020-05-1506 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Today - Mental Health - Using Art JournalsWelcome to the Episode 219 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about creativity and mental health. You can check out the corresponding video where I show you a selection of art journals that you can work in.
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For information on arts events in Barbados check out the Barbados Visual Arts event online Magazine Published by Corrie Scott, and also check out the artists and events listed on Bajan Art - https://bajanart.com
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2020-05-1521 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Art Chat
Welcome to the Episode 216 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about art and creativity, creative practice and how the arts can and do impact on our health and well-being. Check out the blog HERE for the show notes
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2020-05-0640 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Gwendolyn Brooks PoetryWelcome to Episode 214 really excited about sharing the work of my favorite Artists. Over the next few weeks I will be sharing the poetry by Gwendolyn Brooks. Today I share her poem called - A Song In the Front Yard. For more information about her visit my blog. You can also check me out on the following ******************************************YouTube www.youtube.com/amandatrought
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2020-05-0110 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Art Journals for HealthWelcome to Episode 213 of Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. If you want to see some of the imagery mentioned on the episode you can check out my blog HERE
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2020-04-3034 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - SereneWelcome to Episode 212 - The word for today is Serene. Think about what the word means for you and how you would express the meaning creatively in your art journal. Check out the YouTube video of an art journal page for inspiration.
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listening each week and leave a comment,
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2020-04-2709 minRealityartsCreative Reflections - RealityartsWelcome to Episode 211 I hope you are having a blessed day so far and are getting done all the things you set out to do today. I hope the recording blesses you as you think about stepping out and looking at the changes you might want to make in your life, start something new, look at things from a different perspective and more.
Stay Blessed and be a blessing, Amanda
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There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast and the work that I do on so...
2020-04-2603 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Focused AttentionWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 210 - I am so pleased to welcome you today. Today's word is Focused
How have you been finding your creative walk, sometimes it can be hard to stay focused especially in times where everything around us seems to be in turmoil.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with...
2020-04-2009 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness - Episode 209What do you do when it feels like your in a disaster movie - my bad, you are - we all are. It has been quite an eventful few days with all the changes going on around the globe. Time for you to acknowledge those feelings and work at obtaining a normal for you. Join me in episode 209 of the podcast
For information on arts events in Barbados check out the Barbados Visual Arts event online Magazine Published by Corrie Scott, and also check out the artists and events listed on Bajan Art - https://bajanart.com
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2020-04-0938 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Where has all the time Gone?Welcome to the Episode 207 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about the current situation for us in Barbados with our lock down. Apologies for the delay if you have been waiting. I do appreciate you checking out the podcast. How can you use art and creativity to express or give a voice to what you are going through.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be mor...
2020-04-0421 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday Episode 205Welcome to the Episode 205 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about how we can support each other in the current situation, with lots of uncertainty in the way the virus is spreading how can you keep yourself healthy, and support those around you who may be health challenged or isolated. With technology we can better stay in contact so we must see how we can use it to our benefit and get each other through this time. Since recording my brother in law caught a flight back to London.
Che...
2020-03-2520 min
RealityartsArts in Wellness Wellness Episode - 203Welcome to the Episode 203 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about after the Studio Tours, and more - getting back into the swing of things. I hope you can join me. When you have been involved in range of projects you have to be mindful that you need to take care of yourself. Even more now with what has been going on around the world with the virus. Do check out some of the links I mention below.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impa...
2020-03-1818 min
FOUR12 Canada PodcastEpisode 0007 - Brooke Nicholls on How to Lead from a Place of Love and How Small Things Can Have a Lasting Impact on Encouraging Those You Serve WithWelcome to Episode 7 of the FOUR12 Canada Podcast
Listen to and access the show notes here or search for FOUR12 Canada Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts and listen for free.
Brooke Nicholls is a Canadian worship leader and songwriter. She lives in Toronto and is married to her guitar player, Steve. She is nominated for a Juno and serves as a worship leader at Sanctus. We had a fantastic conversation about leading from a place of love and how small things can have a lasting impact on encouraging those you serve...
2020-03-1028 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Episode 201Welcome to the Episode 201 - passed the two hundred episode mark!! Welcome to the episode of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about Studio Tours, events, and I hope you can join me
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and ot...
2020-03-0631 min
RealityartsInspirational Shorts - Apple Barrel Paints - Word - ExquisiteWelcome to the Episode 200 of the Podcast and Inspirational Shorts. In today's episode we talk about using Apple Barrel craft paints and more. I hope you can join me
On Fridays we look at reviews of different products - tools and art supplies and books. The Apple Barrel Craft paints are made by Plaid who make a number of different art supplies. If you would like a longer review of the product, please let me know. The Word for today is Exquisite.
Artists Studio Tours Barbados 2020 for more information click HERE joining the tour is FRE...
2020-02-2909 minRealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Update - 199Welcome to the Episode 199 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about Studio Tours, Arts Exhibitions. I hope you can join me
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the...
2020-02-2718 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Artists Studio Tours and GrowthWelcome to the Episode 193 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about Studio Tours, Art focus and more I look forward to having you join me. Check out the video and you will catch me in my studio space and see behind the scene. I hope you can join me.
Check out the Artist Studio Tours, a fantastic event with the first dates being 15 & 16 February and then the 14 & 15 March
Artists Studio Tours Barbados 2020 for more information click HERE joining the tour is FREE, self paced make a day of...
2020-02-0634 minRealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Check-InWelcome to the Episode 190 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we have a moments check in, and a reminder of all that you have within you to share into the world. 1% of the worlds population is 75 Million. When we all play our part a ripple effect takes place and amazing things happen, lives are transformed and changed. Some times you need to take a step back to see the steps forward that you need to take.
Artists Studio Tours Barbados 2020 for more information click HERE joining the tour is FREE, self pace...
2020-01-2911 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to be Created - RawWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 189 - . Today's word is Raw
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both. Check out the weekly and monthly videos to help you spend more time in your art journal.
You can get additional information by showing up on my blog, you...
2020-01-2713 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Art Chat - Episode 187Welcome to the Episode 187 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In today's episode we talk about Studio Tours, Art demonstrations, whining dogs, post office charges and revelations and more. I hope you can join me
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I...
2020-01-2321 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to be Creative - Word for the day - TenderWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 186, the word for today is Tender. How are you treating yourself, with tenderness? or not? We have to be reminded to look after ourselves sometimes and speak love into our day to day activities. It can be easy to brush yourself off as being too ' xxxxx' what ever you want to add when you should be speaking something loving about yourself. When was the last time you showed yourself some tenderness?
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the bes...
2020-01-2011 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Episode 184Welcome to the Episode 184 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the artists share and see how we can apply it in some way to our own lives...
2020-01-1530 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to be Creative - RadientWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 183 - The word for today is Radiant - could be that you need to shine your light for all to see, come out of the corners and step out of your comfort zone, as you shine your light you will be a blessing to others and be blessed along the way and you will ultimately feel better about your life when you are living your life to the full. I hope you enjoy this episode and check out the Art Journal Page on my YouTube channel
2020-01-1310 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Art JournalsWelcome to the Episode 181 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. In this episode share with you the importance of using an art journal and looking at your creativity in a positive light. You can find the videos for working in your art journal on my YouTube channel, link below.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that...
2020-01-0812 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - SpiritedWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith, and Episode 180 - Today's word is Spirited.
What does the word bring up for you? Have you ever been called spirited and how would you describe the meaning of the word. We are on the second art journal which I will be releasing this week. The over all word for the month is FREE. I look forward to hearing how you are getting on.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out y...
2020-01-0820 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness - Happy New Year 2020Welcome to the Episode 178 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
Happy New Year to you, my goodness we are into 2020 already!!
In this podcast I look forward to some of the things that I will be sharing on the podcast, some of the exciting new projects that I will be working on and ways in which you can make changes in your own lives to do the things that you want to do. I hope that you take the necessary steps that will see you coming out of your comfort zone. You jus...
2020-01-0145 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to be Creative - SentimentsWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith. This is Episode 177 - Today's word is Sentiments
There are certain things we hold on to because if reminds us of another time, it brings back memories. I can bring a warm and fuzzy feeling over us as we recall and we laugh or it brings a tear to the corner of our eyes.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up fo...
2019-12-3017 min
RealityartsHappy Christmas - Arts and Wellness Wednesdays!Welcome to the Episode 175!! Happy Christmas to you and your family and welcome to the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the artists share and see how we can ap...
2019-12-2628 min
RealityartsRestoration - Creating in Faith - The Faith to Be CreativeWelcome to Episode 174 - Today's word is Restoration
When was the last time you gave yourself a makeover and really pampered and treated yourself? If you haven't done anything in the last month then you could be heading for trouble. You need to set yourself a good example especially as we are upon the Christmas season.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images an...
2019-12-2317 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - InsightsWelcome to the Episode 172 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the artists share and see how we can apply it in some way to our own lives...
2019-12-1819 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to be Creative - SensesWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 171. Today's word is Senses
How much do you really see, hear, taste, and touch and whatever your answer is imagine what it would feel like if it were heightened by 25% across the board and you applied that to your daily life- how much more effective would you be?
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for yo...
2019-12-1808 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Art Talk, Nurture yourself!Welcome to the Episode 169 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
With the Christmas season approaching you have to make sure that you spend some quality time on yourself and get your stuff together so that you can hit 2020 with all you have. Take the time to start now rather than waiting until 1st January and get yourself into gear by working on the things that matter to you.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at ac...
2019-12-1121 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith to Create - Compassionate
Welcome to Episode 168 - Season 2, and today the word is Compassionate. What does that word mean to you, how have you shown compassion to your own life and been a support to your own feelings rather than the opinions of others about the things they feel that you should be doing? Listen to the podcast and let me know what you think. Spend time in the art journal page and check out the video which will give you some extra insights.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the...
2019-12-1010 min
Rising Women LeadersSacred Birth, Rhythm & Raising Women's Voices with Hope MedfordAfter touring for years around the world with Nahko & Medicine for the People, Hope Medford decided to have a baby. In this episode, Hope and I discuss her journey of becoming a doula and midwife, what it has been like to attend over 450 births and her experience of performing in front of thousands as drummer for Nahko & Medicine for the People. "There's something about being with a woman giving birth that just doesn't even compare to performing on stage in front of thousands of people" In this episode we discussed: Hope's first experience...
2019-12-061h 11
RealityartsArts and Wellness News - Exhibitions and NewsWelcome to the Episode 166 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. we look at news and art events.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looking at the nuggets that the artists share and see how we can apply it...
2019-12-0431 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - The Faith that you can be Creative - HappyWelcome to Season 2 of Creating in Faith
Welcome to Episode 165 - I am so pleased to have come this far. Today's word is Happy - What would you say your general mood is from day to day? Can you be happy despite the circumstances that you face. I talk about this in the episode, would love to have you join me.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up fo...
2019-12-0215 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Art Journal Tips/NewsWelcome to the Episode 163 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being.
Some of the links to the events that are taking place this week:
Perspectives from contemporary art and medicine - What is Health - 28th November
Navigating the changing landscape for creative organisations - 29th November
Permission to Play - 30th November
Dementia and Imagination - 17th December
Artists Studio Tours Barbados 2020 for more information click HERE
For information on arts events i...
2019-11-2736 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Change and Reflections - End of Season Episode - on the RoadWelcome to the Episode 162. Today's word is Change and Reflection and is the last in this series of Creating in Faith. I decided to change up the format of the Creating in Faith episodes to include more focus on working in your Art Journal and I will be creating weekly videos to give you some hints and tips for working in your art journal and spending the creative time on yourself, looking at ways in which you express and the positive impact that art and creativity has on your health and well-being.
What to expect in Season 2 - ...
2019-11-2510 minRealityartsArts and Wellness - Artists TalkWelcome to episode 160 of the podcast, and Arts and Wellness Wednesdays on Thursday!
It is an impromptu episode today, you catch me in the kitchen making pancakes and dealing with Cole the dog who feels entitled :)
Today I discuss the Artists Studio Tours taking place next year 15/16 February and 14/15 March - there are over 30 artists from different disciplines and you will get to see their work spaces and studio - check out the website to see all the artists involved - www.artistsstudiotoursbarbados.com.
Creating in Faith is going into its next season a...
2019-11-2225 minRealityartsCreating in Faith - Stepping out of the BoatWelcome to Episode 159 . Today's word is Stepping out of the Boat. When you think about your life can you think of things that you held your self back from because of fear? I it time for you to take that step into the unknown and out of your comfort zone?
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
...
2019-11-2026 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Book Review - Creative AwakeningsWelcome to the Episode 157 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. I will be reviewing the book - Creative Awakenings, Envisioning The Life of Your Dreams Through Art. It is definitely worth having a look at and you can see it on Amazon HERE
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will al...
2019-11-1318 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - SpaceWelcome to Episode 156 and Creating in Faith. Today's word is Space. I look at perceived space which can be from both the mental or physical point of view.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast and the work that I do o...
2019-11-1219 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Creative Befriending with Resonate ArtsWelcome to the Episode 154 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
Today we hear about a great initiative - Creative Befriending by Resonate Arts
Black Cultural Archives, based in London - with International Mens Day on the 19th November we hear about the talk with Kwame Alexander speaking to Inua Ellams, about his career. Tickets £8 - Check out the talk HERE
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be...
2019-11-0614 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - ConfidenceWelcome to Episode 153 . Today's word is Confidence
Where does your confidence come from, are there things that you are holding yourself back from doing that you now need to step up to?
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast...
2019-11-0412 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Art News and Art Journal TipsWelcome to the Episode 151 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays, In today's episode I have some Arts in Health News and will also be sharing some Art Journal Tips that you can get on with TODAY.
Arts Council England - EU Exit Guide The Baring Foundation – Age friendly Cultural sector found here.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. looking at activities that you can do to be more creative I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will be looki...
2019-10-3014 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness - London Arts in Health Forum (LAHF), Art Reflections & Art PracticesWelcome to the Episode 148 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays. - Apologies for the late posting. In this episode I will be sharing information about the London Arts in Health Forum (LAHF) and organisation that works with Artists and Health Professionals to make art and art activity accessible to all. I will also be sharing with you some creative writing reflection, and finally briefly sharing about some of the materials that I work with.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with...
2019-10-2415 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Fruit - What Are You Producing?Welcome to Episode 147 of the Podcast. In Creating in Faith today the word is Fruit. What fruit do you want to be known by?
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast and the work that I do on some of the ot...
2019-10-2111 min
RealityartsArt and Wellness - The Importance of CreatingWelcome to the Episode 145 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays, on today's episode I touch briefly on the Importance of creating and how creativity enables you to express in ways you may not be able to vocalize. Let me know how you use creativity.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I w...
2019-10-1712 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Book Review - Art SavesWelcome to episode 142 and Arts and Wellness Wednesdays
Art is for all and everyone should be able to have access to some kind of creative activity. In this episode I share a review of a book called Art Saves. I did many moons ago talk about this on my blog, but this is from a fresh perspective.
I hope that you are able to check out the book which you can get on amazon as a paper back or as a kindle copy, though art books always feel better when you can hold them.
Ch...
2019-10-0920 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - JoyWelcome to Episode 141. Today's word is Joy
I have always been a half full type of girl and tried to go into every situation trying to look at the positives that can be seen, and this I guess calls for a particular state of mind, but I think you also have to make a decision with the way you choose to see things.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what c...
2019-10-0722 min
TG Geeks WebcastTG Geeks Webcast Episode 241The Two Gay Geeks 🏳️🌈 have a chat with Camille Hollett-French, a director who was featured at Slamdance Film Festival this year. We chat about how she got started in filmmaking and how she created her film, In the Absence of Angels. Have a listen and we hope you enjoy this as much as we did.
About Camille Hollett- French
Camille Hollett-French was born in the Montreal suburb of Dollard-des-ormeaux, to a Newfie father and a Trinidadian mother who's of Indian descent.
She told her family from a young age that she would be a singer or actor, but didn't actively pursue her...
2019-09-3059 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - RestoreWelcome to Episode 138. Today's word is Restore
When I think of restoration I often think of those large works of art having being damaged through age and the passing of time. Methodically the painting is sectioned off and the original paint and chemicals analysed and compared matching the type of paint that was used all those centuries ago....
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either w...
2019-09-3014 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - StrengthWelcome to Episode 135. Today's word is Strength
Physical strength is something that we all possess to varying degrees and we can build upon it through training and exercise. Inner strength is something far different built up from the trials we have been through and calls on reserves from a place that at times can be tested to the limit,....
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you e...
2019-09-2317 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesdays - Angel Watches over Me Sculpture plus interview with Artist Kia RedmanWelcome to the Episode 133 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
In Todays Episode I will be talking about the sculpture Angel Watches Over Me which reminds us that we are never alone in our walk, we just have to have the courage to step out and not worry about what other people may say or think. I will also be sharing short interview that I did with Artist Kia Redman - Video comes out on Friday YouTube.
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and w...
2019-09-1814 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - WaterWelcome to Episode 132. Today's word is Water
Water is something that none of us can do without. Our bodies are made up of around 75% and as well as hydrating internally, we need to hydrate externally as well. It can be comforting to soak in after a hard days work and also refreshing drink.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with wo...
2019-09-1620 min
RealityartsArts and Wellness Wednesday - Art Saves and The GiftWelcome to the Episode 130 of the Podcast and the Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
In today's episode I will be talking about the sculpture - The Gift and also a book Review - Art Saves
On Wednesdays we focus on the Arts and how it can impact our health and well-being. I will be talking with artists, looking at activities that you can do to be more creative across the board and for those who are carers tips and strategies that you can use. I will also be sharing reviews, resources and other insights. I will b...
2019-09-1130 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - Wind (Poetry in Motion)Welcome to Episode 129. Today's word is Wind - in this episode I share a poem that I wrote, I hope that it is a blessings.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast and the work that I do on some of...
2019-09-0905 min
RealityartsAngel Walks - Arts and Wellness WednesdaysWelcome to Episode 127 and Arts and Wellness Wednesdays.
In today's Episode I will be sharing information about the sculpture called 'Angel Walks, an Award winning mixed media sculpture and its significance.
There are so many FREE ways in which you can support the podcast
Listening each week and leave a comment,
Subscribe to any or all of my channels,
Visit the YouTube channel (remember to hit the notification bell)
Let me know how the content impacted you and if you were inspired to make changes/additions to your work or life.
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2019-09-0512 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - How Does Your Garden GrowWelcome to Episode 126. Today's word is How Does Your Garden Grow
My garden also reflects the amount of work that has been lovingly put into it over the years and is full of palm trees, scented flowers, evergreens and a plum tree.....
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so...
2019-09-0218 min
RealityartsCreating in Faith - RevelationWelcome to Episode 123. Today's word is Revelation
We can constantly be fighting to change how we think about ourselves and then out of the blue some random person says something and that opens a door up to our understanding.
Creating In Faith Encouraging Recordings are to bless and inspire you to be the best of yourself. It can be really great to pull out your art journal/Journal and express what comes up for you either with images and colour, with words or with both.
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There are so...
2019-08-2610 min
Sheer ClarityAppropriate Vulnerability Part 3: Encouraging it in OthersIn the past couple episodes, we’ve talked about what appropriate vulnerability is, why you need it, how to be vulnerable and how to approach vulnerability as a leader. Now we’re looking at the final element: how to encourage appropriate vulnerability in others.
What does that environment look like? How do you pull it off? What are the benefits to you as a leader? Years of research has shown that the biggest factor that impacts employee engagement is their relationship with their boss. It’s up to you to set the tone in your workplace and show y...
2019-08-0722 min