Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling strangely empty—even though you were the one listening, caring, and showing up? Nothing technically went wrong, yet something didn’t feel mutual. That quiet sense of invisibility can be hard to name, but deeply unsettling.

In this reflective episode, I explore what it’s like when friendships quietly turn into one-sided emotional labor and when you’re cast as the “unofficial therapist” and begin to question whether your needs are allowed. Rather than offering quick fixes, this is an invitation to notice, reflect, and gently reconsider what you need from connection.

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Have you ever woken up already feeling behind, before you’ve even gotten out of bed?

In this episode, Renata explores a quiet but heavy experience that often shows up at the start of a new year: the sense that you’re already late, already failing, already not doing enough.

For neurodivergent, multi-passionate, and deeply sensitive women, this feeling can hit hard and often without a clear reason why.

What if this feeling isn’t a personal failure?
What if you haven’t actually done anything wrong?

If you’ve been craving clarity, ease, and permission to start your day without already feeling behind, this episode is for you.

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What if the reason you’re feeling stuck with your creativity isn’t a lack of ideas… but the pressure to make good art?

When your creativity becomes a performance instead of an opportunity to play, explore, and get curious, it’s easy to feel like you’re not a “real” artist unless your work looks impressive, polished or instantly beautiful.

But here’s the truth: messy, chaotic, “ugly” art is often the doorway back to creative freedom.

In today’s episode, we’ll explore why the pressure to create good art can keep you silent, disconnected, and afraid to try new things.

If you’ve been craving a more spacious, honest, and joyful relationship with your creativity, this episode is for you!

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In this episode, I share why art-making is one of the most powerful tools for self-discovery and healing.

If you’ve done the therapy, read the self-help books, or tried to optimize your morning routine but still feel disconnected from yourself, this conversation is for you.

We’ll explore why so many of us are trained to think about our feelings instead of truly feeling them. And, how creative expression offers a more playful, embodied, and low-pressure way to reconnect with your inner world.

Tune in to learn how art-making can help you uncover what’s true for you and bring more ease and meaning into your healing journey.

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Let’s be real for a second. A lot of people don’t actually want to be creative, they just want to be seen as creative. In a world of grifters, sellouts, and AI, it’s easier than ever to slap on the “creative” label without actually practicing your craft.

But here’s the problem: this clout-chasing version of creativity is keeping you stuck and creatively blocked (without you even realizing it).

In this episode, we’re diving into why genuine creativity isn’t about getting likes and attention, it’s about following your own curiosity, showing up consistently, and making something of substance.

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If you’ve been wanting to be more creative—but keep collecting ideas, saving recipes, or buying art supplies without actually making anything—this episode is for you!

Your creativity doesn’t need more inspiration, it needs you to show up. Avoid the number one mistake newbie creatives make: chasing results instead of practicing.

In this episode, you’ll learn why starting small and creating often matters way more than waiting for the perfect idea!

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Practicing feeling hard? Check out these related episodes for a deeper dive:

• 016 - Why You Need to Create Even When You Don’t Feel Like It
• 019 - How I Prioritize Creative Self-Care While Juggling Multiple Responsibilities
• 020 - Creative Self-Care: Why It’s Not Always Fun at First (What To Do About It)

If you’ve been thinking about starting an ambitious creative project but end up feeling overwhelmed before you even start, this episode is for you!

Most people make the mistake of feeling like they have to know everything about a project before getting started. But overthinking only leads to overwhelm & analysis paralysis. Leaving us frozen and never actually getting started.

This is why in today’s episode, I’m sharing my own experience starting this podcast a year ago, the lessons learned, and why starting before you’re ready IS the best way to build momentum and grow creatively.

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Are you too tired to be creative at the end of the day? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore how rest can transform your creativity and why slowing down is essential for a sustainable creative life.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

- Why exhaustion and hustle culture block your creativity
- Why rest is not about doing more
- How to redefine rest as part of your creative practice
- 3 simple, everyday ways to build rest into your life (even if you’re busy)

If you’re ready to let go of pushing through and learn how rest can fuel your creativity, this episode is for you!

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