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The CEEATTLE Podcast with Cee NgCEEATTLE Fine Art's Represented Artist Esther Loopstra on Psychology of High-Performers, Curating a Thriving Mental Room, Neuroscience & Decision-MakingSafety & security is my #1 priority to show up best to the people who I love, respect and collaborate on work I am proud of to bring into the world. Join Esther Loopstra and I on how to unlock self as a leader to solve problems in the day-to-day:Psychology of high-performersCurating a thriving mental roomNeuroscience & decision-making
2025-02-1245 min
Flow into AuthenticityBoundary setting 101Do you struggle with setting boundaries?Many of us do, but boundaries may be a secret to creating flow in your life and career.In this episode, we talk about:Why boundaries are importantHow to create intentional boundariesThe downside of putting up too many wallsThe pitfalls of people pleasingRole modeling healthy boundariesOur responsibilities to others and ourselvesHow letting go of assumptions can help you set healthy boundariesHow knowing yourself, your values, and your self-worth can help youMore links:Esther's coaching & speaking Esther's InstagramEsther's YouTubeAllison's website Gretchen Ruben reference
2024-02-1447 minFlow into AuthenticityNeed a distraction? Listen to this podcast.It's undeniable. Humans are becoming more and more distracted. Maybe we've already lost you... In this episode, we take lots of twists and turns to explore all things distraction!We talk about:What causes distraction?Helpful vs unhelpful distractionsThe usefulness of rest How to get into and stay in flowHow to organize your day to help you focusHow music can help you focusAccepting where you areMore links:Esther's coaching & speaking Esther's InstagramAllison's website Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com...
2024-01-2555 minFlow into AuthenticityRole models can help you be your authentic selfRole Models are essential to helping you move past limitations and old beliefs. In this episode, we discuss how finding a role model can help you.We talk about:what is an expander/role model or mentor?how expanders can help you see your potentialwhy role models are critical in helping you move past blockswhy looking for a mentor is a sign of maturitywhat are the different types of role modelshow you can be a mentor just by being yourselfwhat is coaching?how to find role models for different areas of your life
2023-12-2854 minFlow into AuthenticityHow travel can create more flow in your lifeTravel and exploration are so important for your creativity and focus. In this episode, we talk about all the ways you can use travel and the ideas that travel invokes throughout your life.Topics:Why traveling is important to your lifeHow travel can make you more creativeWhat travel can show you about living in flowHow to make every day feel like a vacationWhy travel encourages empathyHow planning travel can help you dream bigMore links:Esther's coaching & speaking Esther's InstagramEsther's YouTubeAllison's website Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel...
2023-12-0947 minFlow into AuthenticityWhat Creative Season are you in?Are you feeling stuck in your life? Are you just starting to explore something new like a new career or relationship? Maybe you are finishing up a creative project or getting ready to move to a new city.Every single thing we create in our life goes through the 4 stages of the Flow Method and can correlate to the Seasons of the earth. We share with you these four seasons of creativity so that they can help you navigate your own path.In this episode, we talk about:How the FLOW method can help you...
2023-11-2253 minFlow into AuthenticityYour unique career path - interview with Jen SorensenWhat do you do when your intuition is leading you on a different path than what you are 'supposed' to do in your career? In this interview with our new podcast co-host Jen Sorensen, we chat about how she learned to embody her talents and interests and create a career that was unique. We talk about:When to pivot in your career or trainingHow to find your interests and giftsHow collaboration and connection lead us to our next stepsWhy the world needs you to connect to your purposeMore links:Esther's coaching...
2023-10-2345 minFlow into AuthenticityThe C-word. A chat about consistency.Consistency. Do we need it? Do we want it? Consistency is something that many of us struggle with so we decided to have a candid conversation about it in this first episode of Season 3.What does our culture tell us consistency is?What the natural world shows us about consistencyListening to your intuition to guide you to the right seasonConsistency vs. rigidityThe benefits of consistencyHow do you find what motivates you?LinksEsther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/Esther's Website - Flow into Authenticity Allison's website www.allisonhenrich.comThanks to James...
2023-09-2849 min
Creativity SchoolBEST OF -Becoming More Creative Through Your Intuition with Esther LoopstraThis week’s episode is all about HOW TO BE MORE CREATIVE! How to tap into it, how to follow the creative process, and how to feed your creative spirit by listening to your intuition. My guest today, Esther Loopstra, is a prolific artist and illustrator, specializing in food and travel, hand-lettering, and surface design. Her work has been used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery products, and textiles and her clients include Target, Frito Lay, Google, Jo Ann Fabrics, Eddie Bauer, and American Greetings. Esther’s insatiable curiosity drew her to learn as much as s...
2023-03-141h 00
Flow into AuthenticityHow to make everything creative with lessons from Zen - an interview with Zach SmithIn this episode, we talk with Zach Smith, creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. Zach shares with us how small changes in our life can impact and enhance our creativity. Join us as we discuss:How meditation expand your creativityWhat to do when you’re in a creative crisisHow you can be more creative in your everyday lifeHow running can enhance your creativityApplying creativity to small areas in your lifeLeaning into boredom to find genuine motivationActivities that can help you practice letting goHow different types of meditation can help your creative practiceLi...
2023-03-0144 minFlow into AuthenticityShould you dream big or go with the flow?In this episode, Allison and Esther talk about creating big dreams in our life, why they're important and how they've changed throughout our life.Show notes:Why it's so difficult to dream bigThe scientific benefits of being intentionalWhat it looks like to go with the flow in our lifeHow dreaming and goals may look different as we get olderHow can you really figure out what you want in life?What kinds of dreams are helpful?Intuitive goal-setting workshop - www.flowintoauthenticity.com/coursesEsther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/...
2023-02-1558 minFlow into AuthenticityHow to find more energy and time for what you loveIn this episode, Esther and Allison talk about how you can find more time and energy for the things you love and how that can contribute to joy and fulfillment in your life.How getting into a flow state can give you more energyFinding what brings you energy or what depletes your energyThe neuroscience of focus and joyHow to retrain your brain to focus on what you valueHow to find time and energy for your own creative venturesFiguring out what time of day you have the most energyHow to allow your brain to find solutions for youReprogramming...
2023-02-0156 min
Flow into AuthenticityFollow your unique path - an interview with Tara ClarkIn this episode, we interview Tara Clark, creative entrepreneur and founder of Tara Shakti, a company that creates stunning ski suits with the purpose of building confidence, connection, and community. Tara is an incredible inspiration, we talk about:How Tara navigated her atypical creative and entrepreneurial journeyHow to discover and follow your uniquenessWhy sitting in the unknown is important to the journeyHow we can stand firm in our truth when others around us doubt usWhy getting out of our comfort zone is so importantLinksTara Shakti website www.tarashakti.comTara's...
2023-01-1855 minFlow into AuthenticityWhy “Crushing it” is overrated“Crushing it” is overrated - Creating your personal mission statement The old model of goal-setting teaches us to look outside ourselves and set goals based on what others have done. Having a personal mission statement can help us to decide what we want and intuitively move toward our intentions.In this episode, we talk about:Why the old model of goal setting doesn't work for many peopleWhy personal mission statements matterWhy setting intentions helps us to guide decision makingHow to intuitively create goalsHow to discover your personal mission stat...
2023-01-0449 minFlow into AuthenticityWhat do you value?In this episode, we talk about Core Values and how they guide us on our path to getting unstuck and creating a life we love.We discuss:- How to identify core values- Why our values help us- Examples of our values and how they help us navigate life- How Covid helped us recognize our core values- How we can pivot when we realize our values- Our values can help us make time for what's important in our life“I’m a much better vers...
2022-12-1445 minFlow into AuthenticityDon't be afraid of the dark - What to do when you're feeling stuckAs we head into the winter season (in the northern hemisphere) we wanted to talk about how to navigate the dark seasons in our life. Are you going through a difficult time right now? If we think of our lives as seasons of growth and expansion, in winter, it’s normal to feel depressed, unmotivated, confused, frustrated, or like nothing is ‘happening’ but actually, this season is the very first step in creating something new in your life!In this first episode of Season 2, we talk about:- What feeling stuck is trying to tell you...
2022-11-3053 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 12 - Workin' ItOnce you’ve gotten clarity about what you need and have explored your options, done your research, and made connections with people who can help you start to see what your next step looks like, there’s only one thing left to do: Work it! In this episode, we talk about:⭐️Moving from dreaming and learning to taking the first concrete step on your new path⭐️Building capacity for taking bigger risks⭐️Letting go of the idea of achieving a specific outcome⭐️The importance of learning from failure
2022-08-1751 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 11 - Opening Up to PossibilitiesGetting to a better place in your life might not look like how you imagined it. Sometimes, when we open up to new possibilities, we find authentic ways of pursuing our passions that we had never dreamed of before. In this episode, we talk about the importance of opening up, expanding our ideas about what is possible. In this episode we talk about:⭐️ How to transition to living a more authentic life using the FLOW process⭐️ How opening up to possibilities helps you find focus in your life⭐️ Allowing life to support you in the phase of you...
2022-07-2752 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 10 - What the 'F' to do when life gets hardEveryone needs to take a little mental health break sometimes, including your Flow into Authenticity hosts. In this episode, we hit pause and talk about anxiety, depression, chronic illness, parenthood, grief, and more. What happens when "life gets too life-y"? How do we keep moving forward when we're struggling? How can we reconnect with our creativity, our passions, and our values? (Hint: Find the F!)In this episode we talk about:⭐️ How to achieve your goals when you have chronic illness⭐️ Depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, and hard times⭐️ How do we keep moving forward when we are struggling...
2022-07-1349 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 9 - What Procrastination is trying to tell youAre you procrastinating on something in your life? Feeling guilty about it? Maybe you shouldn't. In this episode, we'll be talking about why we procrastinate, what we can learn about ourselves from noticing our behavior, and what we can do to move forward.In this episode we talk about:⭐️ Why procrastination could be a good thing⭐️ The deeper meaning of procrastination⭐️ Why pushing through doesn’t always work ⭐️ Building in time for procrastination⭐️ How to work with the seasons of life and your creative process⭐️ How productivity culture contributes to procrastination⭐️ How listening to your body hel...
2022-06-2952 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 8 - How to let go of assumptions that hold you backWe all have assumptions about what we can and can't do. This can hold us back from dreaming bigger or opening up to what is possible in our life. We are aware of some of these, while others are so deeply embedded that they're like the air we breathe. In this episode, we explore why we have assumptions and the benefits of letting go of some of them.⭐️ How our bias helps and hurts us⭐️ Identify limiting beliefs and assumptions–what’s the story you tell yourself?⭐️ Interrogation of your fears ⭐️ Binary thinking traps–leave room for the magic!
2022-06-151h 01
Successful as F*ck PodcastSuccessful as F*ck Ep. 28 with guest Esther LoopstraEsther is a professional artist, speaker, and creative coach. She teaches workshops on neuroscience, the creative process, intuition, mindfulness, and the psychology of FLOW. Let's find out her story and how she became successful.
If you want to reach out to Esther:
Website: https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/estherloopstraart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherloopstra/
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My book, “Successful as F*ck” is due out September 2022. It e...
2022-06-1433 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 7 - How to Use the FLOW framework to get unstuck😜 A note to our regular listeners: A previously released version of this episode contained editing errors. If you have automatic downloads of Flow into Authenticity, you may have received this unpolished version of the show. We apologize for the mistake.In this episode, we give an overview of the FLOW framework, and how you can use it to get unstuck and create a meaningful, authentic life. In this episode we talk about:⭐️ Using the FLOW framework to find focus and joy in your life⭐️ How to go from being a beginner to finding your flow⭐...
2022-06-0256 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 7 - How to use the FLOW Framework to get unstuckIn this episode, we give an overview of the FLOW framework, and how you can use it to get unstuck and create a meaningful, authentic life. In this episode we talk about:⭐️ Using the FLOW framework to find focus and joy in your life⭐️ How to go from being a beginner to finding your flow⭐️ Why 'think positive' or spiritual bypassing is not the answer⭐️ How our brain has evolved to keep us safe⭐️ How to stay open, even when facing challenges⭐️ Why making authentic connections is so important in this journey⭐️ Accepting your o...
2022-06-0159 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 6 - What the heck is Intuition Anyway?We know a lot more than we think we do. Many people struggle with trusting their intuition because it might feel unpractical, confusing, or just woo. But our intuition is the GPS that can guide us to the next step in our most authentic life path. How can we use intuition in our life in a practical way?Topics we discuss in this episode:⭐️ What is intuition? ⭐️ Why we need intuition in our lives⭐️ How to know if you should say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to opportunities⭐️ The difference between fear, instinct, and intuition ⭐️ How d...
2022-05-1849 min
Flow into AuthenticityEpisode 5 - Intuitive career transitions with Bryn GribbenIn this episode, we chat with our first guest, the amazing and fabulous Bryn Gribben. Bryn Gribben is a poet and essayist living in Seattle, Washington. She was an assistant professor of British literature at Northwest Missouri State and the co-editor of fiction for the Laurel Review before returning to Seattle to teach the last several years at Seattle University. She left her senior lecturer position in December of 2021 to explore the world of antiques and to launch her first book, a memoir about music and intimacy entitled Amplified Heart: An Emotional Discography.Bryn...
2022-05-0455 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 4 - How to make time to do what you loveWhen you're feeling stuck in your life the FIRST THING to do is MAKE TIME to play and explore what COULD BE. But ain't nobody got time for that! In this episode, we talk about how to find time to pursue what you love.Topics we discuss in this episode:⭐️ Giving ourselves permission to make time ⭐️ How to use neuroscience to find time for yourself ⭐️ How to say NO in order to make time⭐️ Prioritizing yourself and your boundaries⭐️ How and why to prioritize your own time as a parent⭐️ How life sup...
2022-04-2050 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 3 - Finding Inspiration - Why play is essential in getting unstuckPlay can be a powerful antidote to being stuck. In this episode, we talk about:⭐️ How do you get unstuck or start something new?⭐️ How do you find inspiration and what is calling you?⭐️ Why creating a 10 step plan is not going to get you unstuck⭐️ How to give yourself permission to play & follow your passion⭐️ Trusting that your joy will lead you where you need to go⭐️ Why making mistakes is so important in finding the next step⭐️ How to follow your curiosityFind out more:https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
2022-04-0648 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 2 - Where are you stuck?In this episode, Esther, Leslie, and Allison talk about what we can do when we feel stuck in our life and how to move to the next phase in our lives through intuition, creativity and flow.⭐️ What causes us to get stuck?⭐️ How to reframe FEELINGS.⭐️ Why do we abandon ourselves?⭐️ Why getting stuck is ACTUALLY a good thing⭐️ What is the key to moving forward from a stuck place using our intuition?⭐️ What curiosity has to do with it.Mentioned in the show: Find Lidia Yuknavitch's TED talk at https://bit.ly/3IxQRYL
2022-03-2337 minFlow into AuthenticityEpisode 1 - Who are we and what is Flow Into Authenticity all about?In this episode, Esther, Leslie, and Allison introduce themselves and tell their stories of how they went from feeling stuck in their lives to finding what they really love. They talk about the purpose of Flow Into Authenticity and how intuition, flow and creativity can help you get unstuck and find a gratifying life. Over the course of the next several episodes, listeners will learn why tapping into their authenticity is actually the key to unlocking their purpose, and they’ll discover how the creative process can lead them to fulfillment.Find out more:https://www.flowintoauthenticity.co...
2022-03-0842 min
Pink Noise PosseS2 E11 with Esther LoopstraEsther Loopstra has mined and shined her inner gold to discover her passion for helping others see what gifts lie dormant inside them, waiting to be polished and shared. Her path for expression is art. Her journey to embrace her whole self included a reckoning with her dark side. It becomes clear that to find our magic we just need to accept all our parts, because it’s often in our weird that we find out wonderful (thanks David Rendall from Season 1, E02)
Our episode ends with a surprise reveal about a shared love for the same movie.
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2021-12-0525 min
Live Your Freedom NowEsther Loopstra: Reclaiming creativity through intuition, neuroscience, and FLOWEsther Loopstra is a professional artist, educator, and creative coach whose work is an extension of her perpetual curiosity. Her art has been shown in galleries, used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery products, textiles, and more. Esther holds degrees in Counseling and Illustration and has taught at Kent State University and Cornish College of the Arts. She obsessively studies neuroscience, the creative process, intuition, mindfulness, and the psychology of FLOW. Esther offers one on one sessions and specialized workshops that allow individuals to connect to their intuition and authentic selves so that they can create AMAZING things in this...
2021-11-0156 minThe Reclamation Podcast - This Podcast is no longer being updated.Esther Loopstra: Reclaiming creativity through intuition, neuroscience, and FLOWEsther Loopstra is a professional artist, educator, and creative coach whose work is an extension of her perpetual curiosity. Her art has been shown in galleries, used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery products, textiles, and more. Esther holds degrees in Counseling and Illustration and has taught at Kent State University and Cornish College of the Arts. She obsessively studies neuroscience, the creative process, intuition, mindfulness, and the psychology of FLOW. Esther offers one on one sessions and specialized workshops that allow individuals to connect to their intuition and authentic selves so that they can create AMAZING things in this...
2021-11-0156 min
Live Your Freedom NowEsther Loopstra: Reclaiming creativity through intuition, neuroscience, and FLOWHello, Self-Reclaimers!A new pod episode dropped, you’ll want to tune in! Promise! We’ll be welcoming guest Esther Loopstra to the pod today to talk about reclaiming creativity through the lenses of intuition, neuroscience, and flow. That’s right, baby, it’s a science and art combo meal!Esther is a brilliant creative mind, holding degrees in Counseling and Illustration, and has taught at Kent State University and Cornish College of the Arts. Her obsessive study of neuroscience, creative process, intuition, mindfulness, and flow make her a pro at connecting individuals to their intuition...
2021-11-0156 min
Pink Noise PossePN_37 psychology of flow with Esther LoopstraEssence is a key word for Esther Loopstra, who talks about the importance of connecting to your values and beliefs. By connecting, you learn more about your authentic self and can make decisions guided from that place. She talks about our primal need to be seen and how we can LEARN to tap into our own intuition. Esther is a teacher, an artist, and a creative coach whose work is an extension of her perpetual curiosity.
Her art has been shown in galleries, used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery products, textiles, and more. Esther holds degrees in Counseling and...
2021-06-201h 00
Emerge Thriving: Wellness Designed For Real LifeFlowing Into Authentic Expression With Esther LoopstraAmy is joined by Esther Loopstra to discuss how we can find meaning and purpose in our work by connecting to our intuition and our values. Esther is an illustrator, artist, and educator who helps individuals connect to themselves, uncover solutions and unlock their potential.Topics Include:Why developing your deepest values is important Celebrating our winsNurturing our intuitionDropping into a state of flowWorking with traumaClosed vs growth mindsetsBrain statesAnd other topics...Resources Mentioned:Esther's Website - Flow Into Authenticity – https://www.flowintoauthenticity.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraartYoutube: https://www...
2021-05-1336 min
Detox for Vibrant HealthEpisode 024 - Reconnecting with Your Intuition with Esther LoopstraWelcome to Detox for Vibrant Health, This show is all about simple ways to detox your body, mind and environment so you can reclaim your vibrant health and live the life of your dreams. I’m your host Jessica Green, board certified holistic Health Coach, Integrative Health Practitioner, detoxification specialist and sustainable building expert.
Today I have Esther Loopstra joining me. Esther Loopstra is a professional artist, educator and intuition coach whose work is an extension of her perpetual curiosity. Her art has been shown in galleries, used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery pro...
2020-11-121h 02
What's True For YouFollowing Your Intuition and Finding Your Flow with Esther LoopstraMeet Esther Loopstra - artist, educator, and intuition guide - who loves helping people to meet into their intuition, find their flow, and follow their inner CEO to help build the life they were meant to live. Connect with Esther Loopstra here and here. Below are links to what we discussed: Sign up for her Creative Leap Mentorship here Esther's Work here Connect with Sage Sisters Podcast: Website Instagram Facebook Email: babes@sagesisterspodcast.com
2020-09-111h 01
Magical RealnessConnecting to Your Intuition, with Esther LoopstraThe sixth episode of the first season, my friends! It's time to get gabby. For 20 weeks we will be taking a course in Spirituality 101. I'll introduce you to elements of spirituality so that you can pick and choose which practice is right and aligned for you.In this episode, I bring in the beautiful, insightful, very scientific Esther Loopstra to help us connect to our intuition and make it an abundant partner in our life. Esther is an intuition coach, artist, and instructor. She is my absolute favorite expert on intuition and I am giddy bringing this...
2020-08-201h 04
Magical RealnessThe Mindful PracticesThe fourth episode of the first season, my friends! It's time to get gabby. For 20 weeks we will be taking a course in Spirituality 101. I'll introduce you to elements of spirituality so that you can pick and choose which practice is right and aligned for you.In this episode, I go over the most approachable, or perhaps well-known, practices within mindfulness. Originally discussed with the beautiful Brenda Umana in the previous episode. We go over journaling, yoga, and meditation. I walk you through them and explain the various ways to approach these practices. To see all the...
2020-08-0630 min
Creativity SchoolLesson 04: Creativity and Intuition
Lesson 04: Becoming More Creative USING YOUR INTUITION
With Esther Loopstra
This week’s episode is all about HOW TO BE MORE CREATIVE! How to tap into it, how to follow the creative process, and how to feed your creative spirit by listening to your intuition. This is just the first of many episodes devoted to becoming more creative, and I’m excited to bring you Esther’s take on it.My guest today, Esther Loopstra, is a prolific artist and illustrator, specializing in food and travel, hand-lettering, and surface design. Her work has been u...
2019-01-2100 min
Creativity SchoolBecoming More Creative Using Your Intuition with Esther LoopstraThis week’s episode is all about HOW TO BE MORE CREATIVE! How to tap into it, how to follow the creative process, and how to feed your creative spirit by listening to your intuition. This is just the first of many episodes devoted to becoming more creative, and I’m excited to bring you Esther’s take on it. My guest today, Esther Loopstra, is a prolific artist and illustrator, specializing in food and travel, hand-lettering, and surface design. Her work has been used for print ads, editorials, books, stationery products, and textiles and her clients includ...
2019-01-211h 01