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Creative Gratification

Creative Gratification

Written by: 5th Origin
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Welcome to Creative Gratification, a curated space where creatives practice less greed and more gratitude. Host Khala Simmons, founder of 5th Origin, explores the concept of instant vs delayed gratification in the creative realm through a series of solo episodes and interviews with other trailblazing Creatives. Whether you're aspiring to build a career with your creative gifts or already established, Creative Gratification aids you in your pursuit of contentment, no matter the season you're in.

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Episodes
  • Greed & Gratitude

    Greed & Gratitude
    Jun 12 2025

    Khala concludes Season 1 of Creative Gratification by diving deep into the show’s mission. She discusses the essence of greed, ambition, and the importance of gratitude for creatives. Highlighting societal pressures and personal anecdotes, Khala emphasizes contentment, self-reflection, and the significance of taking time to appreciate current successes. She implores listeners to balance ambition and gratitude to give true meaning to their creative journeys.

    Resources:

    Free Gratitude Journal

    Solo Series Pro


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    The Creative Gratification podcast is a 5th Origin production, hosted by Khala Simmons.
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    10 mins
  • Egos & Evolution ft. Andrea Lewis

    Egos & Evolution ft. Andrea Lewis
    Jun 5 2025

    In this episode of Creative Gratification, Khala welcomes multi-talented actress, producer, and director Andrea Lewis. Andrea discusses her extensive career, starting as a child actor and transitioning into producing and directing through Jungle Wild Productions. Andrea shares insights on maintaining gratitude and navigating ego, the necessity of finding champions in one's career, and the importance of celebrating small victories. This conversation is filled with invaluable advice for aspiring creatives aiming to thrive in their careers.


    Follow Andrea:

    • IG: @andrealewis
    • Watch The Black Beauty Effect on Netflix

    Resources:

    Free Gratitude Journal

    Solo Series Pro


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    • Instagram
    • TikTok
    • YouTube


    The Creative Gratification podcast is a 5th Origin production, hosted by Khala Simmons.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Daydreams & Delusions

    Daydreams & Delusions
    May 29 2025

    In this episode of Creative Gratification, Khala discusses the challenging yet necessary process of knowing when to let go of expired creative dreams. She reflects on her personal journey of dissolving past brands and the importance of recognizing signs that indicate it's time to move on. Khala emphasizes the value of saying no to the wrong projects to make space for the right ones and encourages creatives to act on dreams meant to be realized while avoiding the trap of delusion.

    Resources:

    Free Gratitude Journal

    Solo Series Pro


    Follow Us:

    • Instagram
    • TikTok
    • YouTube


    The Creative Gratification podcast is a 5th Origin production, hosted by Khala Simmons.
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    9 mins
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