A single moment of judgment can close a creative door that takes years to reopen.

Aimee Carlson explores how early criticism, disappointment, or silence can shut down creativity and disconnect us from our natural expression. Through Rich Wright’s childhood story and her own experience as an art teacher, Aimee reveals how these old wounds shape adult creative patterns and how reclaiming creativity becomes an act of healing.

This episode invites listeners to reconnect with what they loved before judgment stepped in and to take one small step back into that spark. It wraps with a reminder that creativity and life force are intertwined, and that the door to expression still belongs to you.

Your creativity never left. It has simply been waiting for you to return.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Creativity becomes a powerful vehicle for healing, identity, and legacy when we allow ourselves to show up imperfectly.

Aimee Carlson and guest Rich Wright explore the lifelong journey of creativity and the deep connection between art, healing, and self-understanding. Rich shares his early creative roots, his battles with perfectionism, and the powerful shift that happened when he chose authenticity over approval. Through storytelling, creative pivots, and a willingness to fail fast, he discovered a path that blends art with emotional resilience and meaningful personal growth.

Their conversation highlights how creativity evolves through different seasons of life, how mental health plays a role in the artistic experience, and how following inspiration can lead to unexpected purpose. Rich’s journey shows how listening to your heart and letting go of old rules opens space for genuine expression.

This reflective and encouraging dialogue invites listeners to embrace their creative nature, honor imperfect beginnings, and consider how their own story contributes to a lasting legacy.

Connect with Rich:

Podcast - Artist Recovery

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https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Creativity is not just art; it’s how we solve problems, find meaning, and give ourselves permission to evolve.

Host Aimee Carlson talks with Sonya Sigler, a lawyer, artist, and coach who shares how curiosity and courage fuel her lifelong creative journey. She reveals how following joy through knitting, music, watercolor, and even belly dancing helped her find balance, confidence, and freedom beyond labels. Sonya explores how creative practices build resilience, support emotional healing, and spark self-trust - especially for women who’ve been told to stay in one lane.

This inspiring conversation invites you to blend logic with imagination, embrace imperfection, and remember that it’s never too late to create something beautiful.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Creativity is not separate from success. It is essential to it.

Aimee Carlson talks with Amie Peele Leake, an accomplished lawyer and artist, about how creativity shows up in every part of life, from the boardroom to the garden. Amie shares how she infuses color, beauty, and expression into her daily routines and professional practice, weaving creativity through both law and art. Together, they explore alignment, growth, and the value of bringing your whole self to your work and relationships.

This heartwarming conversation invites listeners to let go of fear, stay curious, and find beauty in the balance between structure and play.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Color can be your most powerful creative tool.

Aimee explores how color influences your emotions, mindset, and energy, revealing how choosing what you wear or surround yourself with can shift your entire day. From red’s intensity to the calm of blues and grays, she invites you to experiment with color as a form of self-expression and emotional awareness.

Learn how to use color intentionally to enhance your creativity, boost your confidence, and bring more harmony into your daily life.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Creativity flourishes when you stop judging yourself and start playing again.

Aimee talks with artist and designer Jeni McPherson about rediscovering creativity after years of putting it aside, and how practices like art journaling, sewing, and color therapy became her gateways back into joy. Jeni opens up about balancing creative confidence with vulnerability, integrating artistry into everyday life, and using creative play as a form of self-care and healing.

This heart-centered conversation invites you to see creativity not as something separate from life, but as a practice that supports your health, deepens your self-trust, and brings more color and permission into your world.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Listening to your inner voice is one of the most powerful creative tools you already possess.

Aimee explores the art of inner listening and how tuning into intuition can guide your creative flow. She shares practical ways to reconnect with your inner compass through journaling, mindful movement, and paying attention to your body’s wisdom. By cultivating awareness and experimenting with daily practices like morning pages, you begin to notice patterns, alignment, and the quiet truth within.

This conversation is a gentle invitation to trust your own guidance and explore what happens when you follow the impulse to create. It is a reminder that creativity begins the moment you slow down enough to listen.

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.

Creativity is not a talent reserved for artists, it’s a way of living.

Aimee explores how to build a creative practice that goes beyond the pressure of perfection, inviting listeners to reimagine creativity as a daily ritual that supports well-being, connection, and personal growth. She shares how small creative actions strengthen our brains, enhance joy, and help us feel more alive in community.

Through self-awareness, acceptance, and aligned action, Aimee encourages you to let go of perfection and rediscover your creative rhythm. It’s never too late to create.

Resources:

https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/doing_something_creative_can_boost_your_well_being

Connect with Aimee:

https://www.sheforcecoach.com

With special appreciation to Crooked Line Studios https://crookedlinestudio.com in Billings, MT for their collaboration.