Unleash your Creative Spirit: Why the World Needs Your Creative Expression (feat. Amie McNee)
Creativity is defined as “the ability to use imagination or original ideas to produce something new.”
According to this definition, everyone, including you, has a creative side. We all have vibrant and imaginative minds that can generate fresh and unique ideas.
However, societal beliefs often lead us to think that art is undervalued or inaccessible to most people. To challenge these misconceptions about artistic expression and to create a space where everyone's creativity is celebrated, I’ve invited Amie McNee.
Amie McNee is an author, speaker, and creative coach. In addition to her historical fiction, she has written four much-loved books, all of which discuss the realities and magic of leading a creative life. Amie is known for speaking, teaching, and coaching artists all over the world and helping them achieve their creative dreams.
In this empowering discussion, Amie not only explores the various challenges that creatives encounter, but also offers transformative guidance and mindsets. She encourages you to take your art seriously and reach new heights in your creative journey.
Interview timestamps:
05:39 ︳Amie shares the inspiration behind her new book and how he own journey as an artist inspired her
07:35 ︳The key to dealing with societal pressure and rejection as we pursue our passion
09:57 ︳How to find courage and be persistent in the creative journey
10:20 ︳What is the rebel archetype and its value in creative expression
12:26 ︳The key to finding joy in the creative process and navigating creative challenges
14:21 ︳Why creativity is fundamental to our well-being and personal growth
15:00 ︳Understanding the spiritual dimension of art
16:04 ︳How do we balance out artistic vision with market expectations
25:45 ︳A guide to navigating the challenges of the creative journey
37:47 ︳The healing power of art in self-development
41:39 ︳Understanding the spiritual dimension of art
44:00 ︳Can we separate art from the artists? (why infusing our values into art matters)
49:27 ︳Amie offers advice on taking small sustainable steps in realizing our creative dreams
