LauraAura is a vibrant speaker, mindset coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast, a Top 100 Podcast. She teaches people how to own what they actually want and shift the mind junk to get it.

Through her activating speeches, LauraAura helps audiences stop overthinking and overcomplicating their next move, allowing them to get what they truly want.

As an all-around visionary, LauraAura is the first to push you out of your comfort zone and the last to hug you as you head to the next level of your life. Let her guide you to stop fighting yourself and start embracing a life you feel alive in.

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Find her here:
https://lauraaura.com/

https://www.facebook.com/thatlauraaura/

https://tiktok.com/@thatlauraaura

https://www.instagram.com/thatlauraaura/

I had the immense pleasure of hosting Tom Bilyeu on the latest episode of Artistic Spirit. Tom is not only a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Impact Theory but also someone who profoundly impacted my life. His insights on fulfillment, resilience, and creativity were transformative, both personally and for our listeners.

During the conversation, Tom shared invaluable wisdom that every creative and entrepreneur should hear. Here are three key takeaways from our discussion:

🔑 Fulfillment Through Creativity: "Fulfillment is the only emotional state that is anti-fragile." Tom's perspective on fulfillment emphasizes the importance of using our skills to serve both ourselves and others. Creatives must honor the "song their heart is trying to sing" for true fulfillment.

🔑 Accountability and Resilience: Tom explained that creativity often involves a confrontation with our inadequacies. He emphasized that resilience and skill-building come from repetitions and progressively challenging ourselves. This process makes us capable of more and ultimately leads to self-respect and fulfillment.

🔑 The Long Game: Success doesn't come overnight. Tom highlighted the importance of seeing oneself as a journeyman and focusing on long-term improvement. Building an audience and honing one's craft is a marathon, not a sprint. It's about continuous effort and growth over decades, not just months or years.

For more in-depth insights and some truly inspiring stories, make sure to listen to the full episode of Artistic Spirit with Tom Bilyeu. You won't want to miss this!

1. Fulfillment is the only emotional state that is anti-fragile. Embrace your creative spirit and let it guide you to a meaningful, exciting, and honorable life. Remember, your ideas deserve to be born and shared with the world.
2. Facing your inadequacies head-on can be tough but essential. Confront the discomfort and allow yourself to grow. Creativity is a journey, not a destination. Progress is built on perseverance and continuous effort.
3. Accountability transforms creativity. Start small, commit to a project, and see it through. Building resilience isn't just about grit; it's about consistently pushing your boundaries and embracing challenges.
4. Building a personal brand means focusing on a slice of who you are. Authenticity matters, but so does understanding your audience. Balance your core passion with strategic choices to grow effectively.
5. Marketing is crucial for creatives. Whether you partner with someone who excels at it or learn the ropes yourself, reaching an audience is part of the journey. Great stories need visibility to make an impact.

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Three Tips For You:

(1) Focus on personal growth- what is the difference between where you are now and how far you’ve come from 5 years ago?

(2) Become your own cheerleader- include yourself when you are cheering people on and celebrate even your small wins

(3) Limit or be intentional about your time on social media

Dr. Kate Steiner, is a Burnout Recovery Strategist, Speaker, Founder, and CEO of LIFT Wellness Consulting. She supports professionals overcome the burden of burnout through a guided reflection process. Holding A Master’s of Counseling and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, her practice is grounded in the research-based Steiner Self-Reflective Sustainability and Wellness (SSRSW) model. She has been a researcher in wellness and burnout for 20 years.

Connect with her here: www.liftwellnessconsulting.com and @drkatesteiner

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On World Mental Health Day, answer this: what keeps you going?

There's an irreplaceable you in this world. I am glad you exist. Yes, YOU!

Join me and the cast of Museum of the Omniverse: Dragon Exhibit to explore what keeps us each going.



Autumn Ivy is a well-known cosplayer with a "legion" of fans. She's an inspirational fitness model, and is an in-demand, and highly skilled voice actor with frequent new releases. She currently stars in the recently released feature film thriller Bittertooth.

Sara Mirasola is a versatile and award winning film and theater actor, Sara is also a stand-up comic. A devout nerd, and a sought after model. She has been featured in various publications and is the lead in the feature horror film Sweet Dreams.Sara plays the lead character of The Girl in the moving story The Dragons by Jeremiah Lynch, a part of The Musuem of The Omniverse :Dragon Exhibit.

Eric Schumacher is a multiple award-winning and critically acclaimed actor/director/producer, best known as one of the few performers to have played both Wyatt Earp and Doc Holiday in separate nationally publicized media productions, one being the legendary Alex Cox’s mocumentary feature film Tombstone Rashomon. Eric is the current president of groundbreaking niche media production and marketing company, Seelie Studios, LLC and co-produced the Museum of the Omniverse series with author and publisher David Lee Summers playing several characters in the series also. Eric is a principal cast member in the Revenge of Zoe nerd comedy feature film trilogy (soon to release as a trilogy from Bayview Entertainment).

Get Museum of the Omniverse: Dragon Exhibit on Audible here.

Don’t miss out! Check out my newsletter “Dear Heartfelt Creatives” here.

Join my community for heartfelt creatives here.

Autumn Ivy is a well-known cosplayer with a "legion" of fans. She's an inspirational fitness model, and is an in-demand, and highly skilled voice actor with frequent new releases. She currently stars in the recently released feature film thriller Bittertooth.

Sara Mirasola is a versatile and award winning film and theater actor, Sara is also a stand-up comic. A devout nerd, and a sought after model. She has been featured in various publications and is the lead in the feature horror film Sweet Dreams.Sara plays the lead character of The Girl in the moving story The Dragons by Jeremiah Lynch, a part of The Musuem of Yhe Omniverse :Dragon Exhibit.

Eric Schumacher is a multiple award-winning and critically acclaimed actor/director/producer, best known as one of the few performers to have played both Wyatt Earp and Doc Holiday in separate nationally publicized media productions, one being the legendary Alex Cox’s mocumentary feature film Tombstone Rashomon. Eric is the current president of groundbreaking niche media production and marketing company, Seelie Studios, LLC and co-produced the Museum of the Omniverse series with author and publisher David Lee Summers playing several characters in the series also. Eric is a principal cast member in the Revenge of Zoe nerd comedy feature film trilogy (soon to release as a trilogy from Bayview Entertainment).

Get Museum of the Omniverse: Dragon Exhibit on Audible here.

Todd will be giving a workshop on this topic in my heartfelt creatives community on Sunday, September 29th, at 2 pm EST!

Todd Shaffer has spent his life pursuing the arts and has enjoyed over 30 years in the animation industry as a writer, director, and animator.

He directed the 2D animation on Disney's Disenchanted and was an animation supervisor on Space Jam 2, Green Eggs & Ham, The Bob's Burgers Movie, Central Park, and the upcoming Porky Pig, Daffy Duck movie, The Day the Earth Blew Up.

Todd wrote and directed 5 animated films, 2 completed, 3 incomplete due to a variety of outside problems, which is not uncommon with independent animation. Two of those are musicals. He's also directed over 100 commercials.

He's also an illustrator and oil painter. He's illustrated 2 children's books and painted the portrait of a Maryland State Senator.

He's currently developing a live-action western that he wrote and will direct, and is in production on a documentary called Surviving Child Loss. He's also building a course on creativity at Creativity Underground. He believes that how we understand creativity will make us or break us, and this is something he's seen in his own life, the life of his kids, and in the lives of others across the disciplines, including professionals.

He and his wife raised 4 children, all of them following in their father's footsteps of filmmaking, animation, art, and writing. His daughter is currently releasing her first children's book.

Find more from Todd here:

toddshaffer.com

101daysofanimation.com

creativityunderground.com

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Do you believe healing is a journey and not a destination?

New Heartfelt Lift episode: Healing Not Healed from a Route 91 Survivor with Dr. Morgan Jean Craig Belknap

Dr. Morgan Jean Craig Belknap, known as the Doctor in Cowgirl Boots, has lived a story of pain to passion, where she began her most significant healing journey after surviving the Route 91 Las Vegas mass shooting in 2017. Through her healing journey of receiving therapy, she attended school and received her bachelor’s in psychology and her master’s in counseling psychology to become a therapist specializing in trauma. She became licensed and knew she wanted to pursue more education to achieve the goals she had on her heart. She went back to school and received her doctor of social work.

As her educational career came to a close, her heart led her down a path of pursuing the feat of starting her own business, Healing Not Healed.

Her dream for Healing Not Healed is to help people feel a little less alone. She originally wanted to help others with trauma in a one-on-one setting, and quickly realized that she craved a community component when helping others through their pain or struggles. Her company focuses on the beauty that comes with community building.

In 2024, she took the leap and decided to write and publish her own book, Retired Boots: A Collection of Poems from a Route 91 Survivor & she is currently in the progress of planning out a book tour.

Find her here.

@TheDoctorInCowgirlBoots

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Today's episode is a resource for my women of color and a message for all with a heart.

Dr. ToCarra Jordan is a Life Coach specializing in Mindset and Accountability Coaching, an educator, and a motivational speaker. With over 19 years of professional experience across industries such as higher education, legal, and non-profit sectors, Dr. Jordan brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to her work. She has more than 15 years of experience coaching and mentoring diverse groups, focusing on underrepresented populations, particularly Black and Hispanic women and girls.

Dr. Jordan holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of Central Florida, a Master's in Higher Education: Teaching and Learning from Purdue University Global, and two undergraduate degrees.

As the CEO and Founder of Her Divine Connection, Dr. Jordan is dedicated to empowering and transforming the lives of women and girls of color through coaching, self-discovery, and understanding their divine purpose in life. She is also launching a new online community titled "Her Unity: Empowering Women through Divine Connections," aimed at ensuring that women and girls feel seen, heard, and supported. This community focuses on cultivating healthy relationships while building networks of support and unity.

Dr. Jordan is passionate about serving her community, transforming lives, and creating safe, engaging spaces. She is committed to helping others thrive, redefine their destinies, and reach their full potential.

To connect with Dr. Jordan regarding 1:1 coaching, becoming a member of Her Unity, or for speaking engagement opportunities, please contact her at drtjordan23@gmail.com or 726-610-4479.