“Creative blocks soften when we root back into ourselves.” —Dr. Brittney Ellers

This episode is your invitation to explore creativity through the lens of embodiment, nourishment, and radical self-connection. I’m joined by holistic pelvic physical therapist Dr. Brittney Ellers, who blends physical therapy, energetics, breathwork, and deep curiosity to help women reconnect to the power of their pelvic space.

She guides us through a grounding root-breathing practice that reconnects you to your pelvic bowl, the sacral center of creativity. This simple yet powerful hands-on ritual invites softness, descent, and vibrancy back into the body. It’s a reminder that creativity doesn’t just live in your mind, it lives in your tissues, breath, jaw, and sacral center.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overstimulated, or craving deeper embodiment in your creative process, this conversation invites you to descend and soften. With the reminders to chew your food and listen to your body. Plus, knowing some of the most powerful creative breakthroughs comes from returning to your root.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform while you cook, clean, or create. Get the full show notes & transcript here.

Leave a comment on Substack or reach out on Instagram @chefcarlacontreras & @b.ellers to share your takeaway from the episode.

xo Carla

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Disclaimer: Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare provider for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your health, lifestyle, or to answer questions about specific medical conditions. If you are driving or doing an activity that needs your attention, save the meditation practice for later. This podcast is for entertainment and information purposes only.

“If you wait for perfection, you give yourself nowhere to start.” — Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle

This episode explores perfectionism, visibility, and why waiting for the “perfect” version can halt creativity altogether. I’m joined by Dr. Zorana Ivccvic Pringle, Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, and author of The Creativity Choice.

Zorana shares a science-backed definition of creativity that moves beyond talent or artistic identity. We dive deeply into the role of questions in the creative process. She explains why first ideas are often the most obvious and how developing 1.0 versions require time, effort, and openness to change.

This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. Zorana reminds us that creativity is not about waiting for inspiration, it’s about choosing to engage, asking better questions, and staying with the creative process.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform while you cook, clean, or create. Get the full show notes & transcript here.

Leave a comment on Substack or reach out on LinkedIn Carla Contreras & Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle to share your takeaway from the episode.

xo Carla

PS: Upgrade to Nourished Creator Studio on Substack for quick-hit micro workshops, BTS Podcast, and simple tools to help you work on your creative dreams now, not someday.

Disclaimer: Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare provider for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your health, lifestyle, or to answer questions about specific medical conditions. If you are driving or doing an activity that needs your attention, save the meditation practice for later. This podcast is for entertainment and information purposes only.

"There's a difference between getting stuck in research mode and waiting for somebody to tell you that you're gonna be good at the thing." — Lisa Haukom

This episode is your invitation to explore whether you’re navigating visibility, or craving a creative reset this conversation is full of grounded wisdom. I’m joined by content partner, photographer, and founder of The Golden Brand, Lisa Haukom.

Lisa shares her innovative approach to remote photography that feels natural, honest, and deeply personal. She walks us through her process, where clients forget about the camera, settle into their own space, and leave with photos that feel like themselves.

We also dive into the origins of Photo Club, Lisa opens up about her own self-portrait practice and how it helped her confront body image challenges, helped her develop empathy, and became the foundation for helping others feel seen and comfortable on camera through self-portrait challenges.

Whether you’re navigating visibility, or craving a creative reset, this conversation is full of grounded wisdom. Lisa reminds us that when we stop hiding our ideas, allow ourselves to receive support, and let others witness our work, creativity becomes more impactful, easeful, and sustainable.

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform while you cook, clean, or create. Get the full show notes & transcript here.

Leave a comment on Substack or connect with us on Instagram @chefcarlacontreras & @thegoldenbrandco to share your takeaway from the episode.

xo Carla

PS: Upgrade to Nourished Creator Studio on Substack for quick-hit micro workshops, BTS Podcast, and simple tools to help you work on your creative dreams now, not someday.

Disclaimer: Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare provider for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your health, lifestyle, or to answer questions about specific medical conditions. If you are driving or doing an activity that needs your attention, save the meditation practice for later. This podcast is for entertainment and information purposes only.