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The Everyday Creative

Evie and Emily Soape

At The Everyday Creative we believe that everyone is creative. Our creative acts often go unacknowledged and dismissed as daily problem-solving, but here they are celebrated. The Everyday Creative has two goals: to help you tap into creativity with actionable steps and advice. And we aim to help you (and ourselves) consume less. We believe that overconsumption affects happiness and the ability to thrive. Creativity, on the other hand, can increase happiness and lead to a more fulfilling life. So

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Episode 55 | Managing Overwhelm

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2025/11/28

Ever feel like your brain is juggling 47 flaming to-do lists while someone shouts reminders in your ear? Yeah… us too. In this episode, Evie and Emily get real about overwhelm—what it looks like, why it happens, and what we can actually do to stop drowning in it. From cognitive overload to creative recovery, this is your toolkit for reclaiming clarity.Episode Highlights: The science of stress: cognitive, emotional, and physical symptoms Common overwhelm triggers (think: family, work, time,

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Episode 54 | Insulin & The Brain

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2025/11/14

You’ve heard insulin is about blood sugar. Cool. But what if we told you it’s also steering your mood, memory, and hunger—and might even have something to do with Alzheimer’s? In this brain-boosting episode, Evie and Emily crack open the insulin-black-box to show it’s way more than just a diabetes hormone. From food to memory, fat to focus—we’re connecting the dots.Episode Highlights: What insulin actually is—and why it’s more than just about sugar How insulin resistance develops and why it's not

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Episode 53 | The Dark Side of Creativity

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2025/10/31

Welcome to the shadowy side of creative genius! In this thought-provoking episode, Evie and Emily chat about the lesser-discussed dark side of creativity — where intention, energy, and expression collide. Creativity isn’t always sunshine and inspiration. Sometimes it’s manipulation, destruction, and ego in disguise. Buckle up, because we’re exploring it all — from narcissistic inventors to weaponized bees.Episode Highlights: The definition of negative creativity and why it's not always

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Episode 52 | Embracing Boredom

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2025/10/17

Ever find yourself packing activities like snacks because the thought of being bored literally terrifies you? You're not alone! In this episode, Evie and Emily explore humanity's complicated relationship with boredom. Discover how interesting the topic of boredom can be as they unpack why some cultures have mastered the art of doing nothing and reveal how boredom might actually be the secret sauce behind your next creative breakthrough. Plus, discover the difference between "I'm bored" and "I'm

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Episode 51 | How to have fun

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2025/10/03

Ever wonder why having fun feels so hard as an adult? Evie and Emily delve into the psychology of fun, exploring why we've convinced ourselves that enjoyment is only for kids or vacation days. They break down the difference between external fun (the stuff you buy or consume) and internal fun (the magical ability to find joy anywhere), reveal the sneaky barriers stealing your good times, and share practical strategies for injecting playfulness back into your daily grind. Episode Highlights: The

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Episode 50 | Consumption & Health

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2025/09/19

Ever wonder why your Instagram feed is basically 50% ads for greens powder and mysterious wellness gadgets? Yeah, us too. This week we're diving deep into the wild world of health-related consumerism – because apparently we can't just eat vegetables and go for walks anymore without spending our life savings.Evie and Emily kick things off by confessing their latest supplement purchases (because we’re all victims!), then take us on a journey through the rabbit hole of why we all feel like we need to

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Episode 49 | Creativity & The 5 Senses

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2025/09/05

Fall vibes are here, and it's time to slow down and reconnect with ourselves through the magic of our five senses! Evie and Emily dive deep into how our senses can help us navigate life's inevitable "weed garden" moments (you know, those times when your life looks like it was organized by a toddler with commitment issues). They explore how nervous system dysregulation is basically the uninvited party guest that shows up everywhere and how creativity through sensory awareness can help us actually

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Episode 48 | Creative Decision Making

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2025/08/22

Did you know the average person makes a staggering 35,000 decisions every day? Emily and Evie dive into the fascinating world of decision-making, exploring how to combat decision fatigue and make better choices without exhausting your mental resources. Emily shares her personal struggle with turning small decisions into big ones, while Evie reveals her coping mechanisms for managing her limited decision-making capacity.Episode Highlights: Decision fatigue explained The three types of

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Episode 47 | Neuropsychology & Creativity

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2025/08/08

Ever wondered how creativity actually works in your brain? In this mind-expanding conversation, Evie and Emily unpack the fascinating connection between neuropsychology and creative expression. Discover how your brain's networks interact during creative tasks and why regular creative practice might be just as crucial for your brain health as physical exercise is for your body!Episode Highlights: Creativity isn’t limited to one side of the brain Three key brain networks involved in

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Episode 46 | Measuring Brain Health

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2025/07/25

Keeping up with your health can feel like a full-time job. It’s a lot! Evie and Emily are diving into brain health metrics to understand what they are, why they matter, and how you can track them.From brain imaging to at-home tests, they break down accessible options to help you establish baselines and track over time. Episode Highlights: Brain imaging options Cognitive screens The connection between body health and brain health Lab tests to consider Mental health questionnaires How to keep

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Episode 45 | Fear & Creativity

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2025/07/11

Is fear holding you back? In this illuminating conversation, Evie and Emily unpack how fear operates as one of the most powerful drivers of human behavior and explore its complex relationship with creativity. Everyone experiences fear to a varying degree, but creativity might be the perfect antidote. Episode Highlights: Defining fear How fear relates to overexposure to social stimuli and trauma How to overcome fear using creativity Helpful Links: Emotion Wheel Episode 43: Embracing

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Episode 44 | Troubleshooting Habits

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2025/06/27

In this follow-up episode to their previous discussion on habits, Emily and Evie Soape explore how to troubleshoot habits when you hit obstacles or fall off track. They discuss strategies for getting started with new habits, overcoming common barriers, and maintaining consistency with behavior change.Episode Highlights: Finding Initiation Energy Where to Start When You Feel Stuck Overcoming Obstacles Creating Safeguards Addressing Friction Finding Your Loopholes Helpful Links: Episode 42: Goal

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Episode 43 | Embracing Imperfection

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2025/06/13

Perfectionism is real, and it seems to be on the rise. You may notice your perfectionist tendencies. In this episode, Evie and Emily are getting into the psychology of perfectionism - what it is, why it happens, and how it impacts our lives.But it’s not all bad news! Creativity and self-expression can help shift perfectionistic tendencies, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and self-compassion. Whether you struggle with procrastination, fear of failure, or an obsession with high standards,

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Episode 42 | Goal Setting & Habits

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2025/05/30

It doesn’t matter the time of year, it’s always a good time to talk about goals and habits. Our New Year’s energy wore off months ago, and we are headed into summer - which is a notoriously bad time for starting and maintaining habits. So, as the weather heats up and we lose the regular school day routines, we are revisiting the topic with new energy.Episode highlights: SMART Goals vs. the STARS Framework Implementation Intentions and the Habit Loop 8 Behavior Change Strategies Helpful

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Episode 41 | The Creative Principles

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2025/05/16

In this episode, Evie and Emily explore what it truly means to be a Creative and how creativity is more than just producing art - it’s a mindset, a process, and a practice that shapes our lives. They discuss how to cultivate creativity, overcome self-doubt, and integrate creative habits into daily life.Episode highlights: What does it mean to be a Creative? Mindset for creativity The Creative Process The Creative Practice The Four Q’s Question: Out of the 3 components of creativity: mindset,

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Episode 40 | How to Build Social Connections

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2025/05/02

You may not realize it, but we are in the midst of an epidemic of loneliness. We are spending more time alone and have fewer close friends. It’s a trend that needs our attention because social connection is as much a part of health as nutrition and exercise.In this episode, Evie and Emily address the topic of social connection and how it impacts our lives. Plus, they discuss tips on deepening existing connections and building new ones. Episode highlights: The Loneliness Epidemic Dunbar’s

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Episode 39 | Creating Boundaries

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2025/04/18

Boundaries are essential for maintaining healthy relationships, protecting your well-being, and ensuring that your time and energy are spent in ways that align with your values. Without clear boundaries, feeling overwhelmed, taken advantage of, or burned out is easy.In this episode, Evie and Emily dive into the importance of setting personal boundaries - emotionally, physically, and with time and space. They discuss what boundaries matter, how they impact relationships, and ways to establish and

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Episode 38 | Movement & Creativity

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2025/04/04

Creativity and physical activity are inextricably linked. Have you ever had a breakthrough on a problem when out for a walk? And it’s not only the epiphanies. Brain health, memory, and learning get a boost from movement.In this episode, Evie and Emily break down the different types of movement, discuss why exercise enhances brain health and problem-solving, and share practical ways to incorporate more activity into your daily life. Episode highlights: The four categories of movement and why they

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Episode 37 | Developing the Habit of Creativity

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2025/03/21

Did you know that habits control 40% of our behaviors? That is a significant portion of our day, so it’s crucial to ensure we are forming the ones we want and the ones that move us closer to who we want to be.In this episode, Evie and Emily explore the science of habit formation and how it connects to identity and creativity. They break down the process of forming and sustaining creative habits. And no discussion about habits would be complete without insights from James Clear’s book Atomic Habits

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Episode 36 | All Things Journaling

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2025/03/07

Journaling is a powerful tool for self-reflection, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. It is a way to get all your ideas out of your brain and into the world. In this episode, Evie and Emily explore different journaling styles and discuss how to make journaling work for you. They also share personal stories about our experience with journaling and provide practical tips for starting and maintaining a journaling habit.Episode highlights: Methods of Journaling Choosing the Right Journaling

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