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Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life

Claire Waite Brown

Real-life stories of finding or returning to creativity in adulthood.I"m Claire, and I re-found my creativity after a time of almost crippling anxiety. Now I share the stories of other people who have found or re-found their creativity as adults, and hopefully inspire many more grown-ups to get creative.I chat with my guests about their childhood experiences of creativity and the arts, how they came to the creative practices they now love, the barriers they had to overcome to start their creative

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11:22

From isolation to inspiration with the Creativity...

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2025/02/03

The Creativity Found Collective is a vibrant community where creativity thrives and everyone supports one another. This bonus episode showcases how being part of the Creativity Found Collective can spark inspiration, foster connections and provide valuable support for creative small business owners. With insights from various members, hear about the importance of collaboration and sharing experiences in the creative realm, as well as the mental health benefits of engaging in artistic activities

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18:36

Meet the Collective: Writing, coaching and penguins...

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2025/01/27

Nina Lenton is a business coach and mentor with a rich background in marketing and project management, who in this episode shares her insights into the world of creativity and the importance of nurturing it in both personal and professional realms. Nina discusses her passion for helping business owners rediscover their creative spark, especially when the daily grind threatens to overshadow their artistic pursuits. Nina's approach combines coaching with practical planning, allowing client...

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15:08

Meet the Collective: Making kilts with Paula Duncan

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2025/01/19

Preserving the traditional craft of kilt making.Paula Duncan is a bespoke kilt maker and tutor, with over 11 years of teaching experience, who has adapted her classes to an online format, making it easier for busy adults to embrace their creativity while learning a new skill. Paula teaches students from all walks of life, some seeking to create a single kilt while others aspire to turn their newfound skills into a business. As a member of the Creativity Found Collective, Paula thrives in a community

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25:17

Meet the Collective: From gremlins to growth with...

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2025/01/12

Running a small business can feel isolating, but finding the right support and community can make all the difference when it comes to achieving your dreams.Sheena Whyatt is a business coach with over 23 years of experience, who loves to help creative entrepreneurs navigate the challenges they face. In this chat Sheena and I discuss the common struggles many small business owners – in any field – face, including relentless self-doubt and the nagging voice of the 'gremlin' that often hinders

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18:34

Meet the Collective: Mindful mosaic making with Becky...

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2025/01/05

Explore the transformative power of mosaic art as a mindful and enjoyable way to express yourself. Becky Paton teaches mosaic classes for adults of all abilities, and in this episode she is keen to emphasize that anyone, regardless of their perceived creativity, can create beautiful pieces with the right materials and guidance. Becky tells me about her experiences of creating mosaics with children and families in hospital settings, illustrating how art can provide comfort and a sense of normalcy

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40:17

Shawna Curee – cakes, crochet & connecting in the...

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/12/08

How can engaging in creative activities influence an individual's sense of self and overall fulfillment in life?Shawna Curee was a very creative child, who loved drawing, writing, and creating games with her siblings. A nurturing home and school environment allowed her to freely explore her artistic inclinations, until, inspired by the film Free Willy, Shawna decided she wanted to be a marine biologist instead of following her creative passions. At college she soon realized that wasn't the

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45:15

Ashton Rodenhiser: the listening eye!

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/11/24

From self-doubting doodler to skilled graphic facilitator, embracing the messiness of creativity can lead to transformative experiences. Societal pressures initially deterred my guest Ashton Rodenhiser from pursuing the arts in higher education. Instead she went to community college and then on to a role working in parenting programs and prenatal support, followed by transitioning to family support, a facilitation role that Ashton especially enjoyed.Ashton discovered graphic facilitation through a

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34:50

Oksana Kukurudza – storytelling in times of conflict

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/11/10

Oksana Kukurudza is currently immersed in a deeply personal writing project titled Sunflowers Bend But Rarely Break, which explores her parents' harrowing experiences as forced labourers in Nazi Germany during World War II. Oksana's motivation for writing stems not only from her parents' stories but also from the striking parallels she observes between their experiences and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.Born and raised in Western Ukraine, which was part of Poland before the war,

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34:23

Mark Clay – refilling the creative cup

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/10/27

Creativity and communityMark Clay's transition into the arts began later in life, sparked by his experiences as a father. He initially engaged in creative activities to facilitate his daughters' artistic explorations, which led him to rediscover his own potential for drawing. This rekindling of creativity served as a form of 'occupational therapy', allowing him to refill his emotional cup during a stressful period in his life. Mark's involvement in community activities, such

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29:11

Mary Adkins – from law to literature

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2024/10/13

Processing the personal struggles through words.A negative experience in a college creative writing class derailed Mary Adkin's writing ambitions for nearly a decade, and sent her on a whole different path than the one she had planned. Mary studied public policy and went to law school, but when it came to working in the legal profession, Mary quickly realized that being a lawyer was not her true calling, and she made a bold decision to leave the profession after just seven months.Mary

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36:48

Tina Wells – T'ai Chi Chih in times of need

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2024/09/29

There is energy in everything. In this episode my guest Tina Wells chats about her journey to finding emotional relief and mental wellbeing, along the way showcasing various practices and creative outlets that foster joy and reduce stress.Tina has always had a deep appreciation for nature and science – including a fascination with energy bonds, organic matter and the interconnectedness of living organisms – leading to a career as an ecologist and surveying butterflies in Bristol (among other

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34:26

Douglas Robbins – from nomad to novelist

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2024/09/15

Dealing with personal loss, embarking on a nomadic lifestyle, and ultimately finding solace and purpose through writing.For author Douglas Robbins the journey to creativity was anything but conventional. In this episode I chat with Douglas about his early creative influences, including his mother's theatrical background and his own musical experiences, and the cathartic nature of Douglas' travels across the United States, working various jobs to sustain his adventurous spirit while also

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39:41

Gina Farrar – adventures in all dimensions

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2024/09/02

How creativity can fit into the seasons of your lifeGina Farrar has embraced many facets of her own creativity in midlife, and loves to share how doing so can be a great tool for self-discovery and expression. In this episode I talk with Gina about her desire to and experiences of homeschooling her two girls, and how those same girls were pivotal in Gina's rediscovery of and explorations in watercolour and acrylic painting. Gina emphasizes that creativity doesn't have to be confined to

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24:59

Meet the Collective: Overcoming doubts with Ela Wassell

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2024/08/25

At one time or another we all have our inner critics, undermining our confidence, but how do we deal with them?My guest, Ela Wassell of Truly Boldly You, advocates for acknowledging them, since it is though understanding these voices that we can manage them, an approach that can empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves, free from perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies. In this episode Ela also encourages us to seek external support when starting a small business, whether in the

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26:45

Meet the Collective: SEO and websites with Kelly Drewett

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2024/08/19

Making websites empathetic can improve your search engine rankings and discoverability.In this episode I chat with Creativity Found Collective member and expert in search engine optimisation (SEO) Kelly Drewett, about the ways that business owners can improve the usability and accessibility of their websites, which in turn will enhance that site's performance on search engines such as Google.We consider the different aspects of website work, from illustration, to design to development, as well

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53:40

When sewing takes over your life!

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/07/21

Sewing up a storm.In this episode of the Mother of All Solutions podcast, Laura Broderick chats with Great British Sewing Bee contestants Lauren Tedstone and Vicki Reid who discuss their careers before entering the Sewing Bee, plus their work, family and sewing lives now. Mother of all SolutionsCreativityFound.co.ukInstagram: @creativityfoundpodcastFacebook: @creativityfoundpodcast and Creativity Found groupYouTube @creativityfoundpodcastPinterest: @creativityfoundTwitter: @creativityfounRese...

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28:33

Amy L. Bernstein – communicating creatively

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2024/07/07

From corporate communications to embracing personal creativity through writing, coaching, and more, Amy L. Bernstein illustrates in this episode that owning your identity and being true to yourself can lead to a sense of empowerment and fulfillment. Amy shares how she transitioned from high-paying corporate communications' jobs to pursuing more personally creative endeavours. Amy's turning point came when she decided to write her first novel during her commutes, which lead her to explore

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22:05

Meet the Collective: Mary Broddle Embroidery

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2024/06/14

Buying an embroidery kit is a great way to get started with this craft, and Mary Broddle creates modern kits using traditional methods, as well as teaching online and in person. In this chat, Creativity Found Collective member Mary discusses how embroidery engages the brain's reward centre, reduces stress and offers a productive way to relax. She also discusses her personal experience with chronic pain and fatigue due to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and how embroidery has been a therapeutic outlet

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16:22

Meet the Collective: Sussex Garden School

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/06/05

Crafting inspired by nature and gardensThe creative workshops offered at Sussex Garden School range from garden design to pressing flowers, fused glass art, natural dyeing and rag weaving, all in a supportive and encouraging environment where adults can explore their creativity and unlock a sense of wonder and playfulness often lost in adulthood.In this chat, Creativity Found Collective member Juliet Sargeant highlights the significance of fostering an atmosphere of encouragement and relaxation in

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56:22

Happy 100th Birthday

Creativity Found: Finding Creativity Later in Life ·

2024/05/29

Creativity Found is 100 episodes old, something I never could have imagined when I started the show with a secondhand microphone and a good idea.In this celebratory episode find out the whys, hows and whos of the show so far, including highlights from some of my guests.And if you haven't listened to all 100 episodes, you'd better get started!!Guests featured, in order of appearance:Karen Joy ep 5Gerry Coles ep 3Fish Lee ep 79Rowena Roberts ep 61Rich Chambers ep 73Leanne Tibiatowski ep

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