Episode 2: Beginnings

Jumping Bean Magic Collective Podcast

Summary
In this conversation, Linda Lewis and Heather Manwaring discuss the discomfort and frustration of being a beginner in creative pursuits. They share personal experiences of starting new artistic endeavors and the challenges they faced. They emphasize the importance of practice and commitment in developing creative skills. They also explore the misconception that creativity must be financially lucrative and the value of creative expression for personal fulfillment. The conversation highlights the need to let creativity mature and evolve, and the role of divine inspiration in the creative process. In this conversation, Linda and Heather discuss the process of beginning and the challenges that come with it. They explore the fear of judgment and rejection, the need for external validation, and the importance of internal motivation. They also touch on the concept of maturing creatively and the shift from seeking approval to creating from a place of authenticity. The conversation highlights the importance of embracing discomfort, being true to oneself, and letting go of the opinions of others.
Jumping Bean Magic Collective
www.jumpingbeanmagiccollective.com
Heather:
www.heathermanwaring.com
Linda
www.lindalewcreative.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:02 The Uncomfortable Nature of Being a Beginner
04:48 The Importance of Practice and Commitment
09:43 Dealing with Frustration in the Creative Process
13:19 The Purpose of Creative Expression
18:38 Dispelling the Misconception of Financial Success
22:11 The Starving Artist Trope
23:59 The Role of Commitment in Creativity
25:22 Letting Creativity Evolve
28:09 The Influence of Divine Inspiration
29:18 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment and Rejection
36:12 Embracing Discomfort and Letting Go
38:34 Freeze Response and Beginning
46:53 Journaling and Starting Small
53:08 Engaging with Jumping Bean