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Let me introduce you to Jax - the woman behind The Miracle Mindset. Jax is out there in the world and online as a Sobriety Coach. Gulp. Does that sound interesting or a bit of a turn off? Let Jax show you the gifts that cutting back on alcohol can bring into your life.We talk about the science behind Hangxiety (aka The Fear) and why alcohol likes to have a field day with your mental wellbeing. (Even with a couple of glasses.) We compare notes on what can open up in your mind and world when you take booze out of the equation.This isn't about boozey fuelled embarrassing stories. Haven't we heard enough of them already? Jax will actually inspire you to reconsider some of your drinking habits. It's the gains and benefits that she'll convince you on. We start this conversation with why the name, The Miracle Mindset?Jax on Instagram: instagram.com/the.miracle.mindsetKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

I can't quite believe I'm saying this, but I managed to get an interview with one of my favourite creators on Instagram: Lu in Luland. What da?! If you haven't already discovered her, Lou has been dancing, doing get dressed with me videos and becoming a badass in the process.The two things that grabbed me about Lou: she's a creative pioneer and an irresistible people connector. Lou puts high value on community and finding the creative spark that cuts right through average. Don't underestimate the outfit changes and dancing on her bins... She's on a serious mission to spread fun, fitness and love thy self. You have to see Lou's style: she's anti-ageing and anti-beige-ing. This will inspire you to start something new with a KICKARSE ATTITUDE.Also keep your eyes peeled for Susie - that's Lou's bus she'll be taking on tour. Let the fearless positivity spread far and wide!Enter the world of Lu in Luland: instagram.com/luinlulandKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Meeting Kate for the first time online, I planned to do a quick bit of prep ahead of our podcast recording - going through the practicals and reassuring her I wasn't a weirdo. That might have undone itself. When I asked Kate what she wanted to chat about - she described something that seriously resonated.As I did some low level weeping (not again Rach) through our first video call, she calmly expressed how the understanding of seasons - and their distinct functions - gives us the grace and freedom to be creative and work in tune with ourselves. Mainstream business culture doesn't really hold space for that concept.Kate takes the time to explain how each season of nature, when applied to our work and creative patterns - sets us up for a much healthier, rounded life. And enables us to counter burn out and productivity busy-ness.Kate has also applied this thinking to navigating menopause. Second Spring published by HarperCollins is out now. instagram.com/kate_codringtonKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Nicola is one of my go to friends to chat through big ideas together. We met on Twitter some years ago and still need to meet up IRL. Nicola is a designer and educator at a Scottish art school. In this conversation we have a go at unpeeling a vast topic - what will education look like for Gen Alpha?Nicola's own teaching practice has been shaped by growth mindset thinkers like Matthew Syed, author of Rebel Ideas and Black Box Thinking. Nicola was a helpful voice and kind friend who in part, reshaped my own thoughts on failure and moving onwards when career dreams get dashed. She takes an intentional stance on asking students to share their work failures - as well as telling her own.Discover more of Nicola's research on these topics here: hatched.substack.comKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

This isn't the story of a 20 year old's side hustle. It's not a content machine that cranks out tik toks for fast track fame. It's kinda the opposite of that. It's done with consideration, on plenty of sleep and after time with friends. Diego decided to start a blog a few months back about men's mental health. It's thoughtful, honest, well crafted writing. Diego tackles the obvious subjects that come up for men and their emotional wellbeing. He also deals with some of the stuff that guys prefer to brush away too. I'm delighted we got to chat. I found him to be bright, brave and thought provoking.Read Diego's writing on ConcienciaKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

This woman's job title makes me very happy. I managed to find this fascinating coach, Lauren who works as The Courage Coach. From executives, to entrepreneurs to recording artists, Lauren coaches and mentors individuals to master their mindsets, overcome their fears and live their lives courageously. Lauren is a switched on, vocal, courage raiser. Exactly the kind of person you want in your corner when you're ready to stop playing small and do "the thing" you've been dreaming about. It was obvious we'd click. We're both building businesses that have courage at the core. Actually that's pretty much the name of Lauren's company.Discover more of Lauren's work at Courage CoreKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

I can't wait to introduce you to this force of nature: Chimdi Ihezie. I found Chimdi on YouTube sharing how she'd quit her job and was building her life at the time in LA. I had an instant click with her content: fun, high energy and honest. She's like a powerhouse friend you want to get to know better in your video recommendations. Chimdi's content covers a rich range of subjects: quitting weed; eye surgery; shaving her head; creative collaborations and her spiritual journey.In terms of creative bravery, Chimdi is out there posting without a large time delay. As she travels, lands a brand opportunity or does some uncomfortable growth, she's not far off from processing it, then hitting the publish button.When I asked her about why take creative risks, Chimdi came back with: "Fundamentally every person knows they are powerful and can do whatever they want."If you've been going back and forth on whether you want to make content or not - I'd recommend you listen to Chimdi's story. You'll feel inspired and hear an honest take on the ups and downs of building a creative life whilst people are watching.Discover Chimdi's YouTubeKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Okay, I'm quietly smug here, this is Emily's first podcast interview - I've a feeling she might be doing a few in the near future. I first discovered Emily's work at my hairdressers in Manchester: Taylor Swift painted on the glass in all her glory. It grabbed my attention right-away and off I googled Lobster House Studios.Emily's story is all about leaning into your creative dreams. She had worked in schools for most of her 20s and then the pandemic hit. With a lot of time on her hands, what once was a hobby and favour for friends, ended up becoming her main job: a window artist. At the same time Emily's husband decided to crowd fund and successfully raise the cash for making maverick card games. A surprising result of lockdown that neither of them could have predicted.Emily shares with me the very cool, unexpected story of what happens when you trade your comfort for a box of Posca pens and character portraits on glass.View Emily's work in all it's gloryKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Micah makes art and designs large scale visuals, that are a kind but firm two finger salute to what we usually see in advertising. He has shown his work alongside Turner prize winner Douglas Gordan and global street artist JR at Wembley.His work life has been full of incremental, consistent courage. Micah's not been swayed by being a big name on social media or running after an agency design career. He's consistently made work in the opposite direction of what most ads rely on: the need for something to increase my intrinsic value.Micah quotes, "Ads are like friends with ulterior motives." His work celebrates people and he writes pithy one liners that cut through consumerism:Power in unityHope is a catalystWisdom is divine look both waysPut down your phone and talk to meHe had a dream, imagining every billboard showing a picture just of the sky. He did get commissioned to do one of those. Micah also founded Add-Art: ad spaces he curates showing artists' and designers' work instead of selling stuff.That's just some highlights of a really interesting and varied 20 year career. See more of his work at: micahpurnell.comKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Victoria is putting herself out there in a way she would never have chosen or planned for. She's debunking the knotty string of health and challenges that come with surgical menopause. I knew nothing about this topic before finding the madcap, honest and funny world of Victoria's on Instagram.She goes under the name of Ginge Unhinged. Self deprecating and playful on the surface, Victoria deals with the harder realities of hitting menopause in her 30s and the mental health unravelling tied to that. Victoria knew there was a gap within her age group talking and making content in the way she needed. Ginge Unhinged is a story of day by day bravery and how your creative commitment can play a vital part in your mental health recovery. I am full of admiration for this woman. Victoria is a natural, honest communicator and is working on her menopause book, due to come out later this year. Go give her a follow: Ginge UnhingedKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Truth bombs I chose live by...1. I am not a victim2. I'm seen, heard and loved by a powerful Papa God3. Every chapter of my life has power and meaning. Even the awful parts.4. My life carries a message that impacts others5. I reap what I sow… compounding of everyday decisions6. I hold space between my hard work and for Papa God to moveKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

Cancer healed me of a broken heart.I never expected to type out these words about something so extreme. But I needed an extreme jolt of something to break me out of my heartache. I've talked about the symptoms of burnout. But at the centre of it all was a big sense of loss and sadness. And the absolute head f*ckery of part creating something your friends end up meeting the loves of their lives on. While I'm left wondering if my future love is even in the UK. Saying it's a lot to process is somewhat of an understatement. Being told I had an aggressive cancer and that a tumour had been growing inside of me for many months was the extreme wake up call that I needed. It doesn't really make sense. I'm aware of that. But listen to this episode as I unpack some of the thought processes and emotional journey of working through oesophagus cancer towards remission. Keep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A CREATIVE LIFE YOU LOVEI've found creativity + courage = the best storytellers building a life they love.The stories we tell ourselves are powerful.I'm looking to find people who are building a creative life but it's not always been easy. Call On Courage posts the conversations I was looking to find when my career dreams were sliding out of view. Your creative life is worth making happen even when doors close or you're dealing with difficult people. I'm in your corner encouraging you to keep going.I'm not all over the 'Gram or Tik Tok famous. But I am making quality content on Substack. That's where you'll find the best of Call On Courage: podcasts and writing that go in depth on how to push past fear and make the creative life you have in mind.Go to: calloncourage.substack.comSubscribe to get all the latest updates and exclusives.PS. If you've enjoyed this episode, I really appreciate you telling a couple of friends about it.

The benefits I've noticed in building a more courageous lifestyle: 1. Courage enables both bolder actions and an ability to see things for what they really are 2. Courage breeds more courage 3. The courage in you becomes a magnet 4. You get better at identifying fear's voice 5. Your yes and no become more defined 6. Your personal confidence increases exponentially 7. You feel more certain about the life path you're on Keep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

Have you found yourself feeling stifled or misunderstood in conversations that used to be energising and fun?Are you experiencing a lot of internal change and growth?Have you done an experiment of protecting what you let in, over creating more connection?As more of us come out of lockdown - we might begin to notice things don't flow quite the same relationally, as before. And that my friend could mean a lot of new changes are afoot.I ask some tricky and honest questions:Do you fear not being liked?What's the worst that can happen in that instance?Does the thing you're protecting outweigh the connection?Has your own growth sparked reactions in other people?Keep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

Karen has been consistent and committed to leaning into her creative practice for over 20 years. She's a gifted artist I met at uni. Karen challenged me to keep hold of your artistic vision and integrity as a priority. We started working together and opened the door up to many creative adventures: making art in a remote Buddhist temple in rural Japan, doing sleep performances in a capsule hotel in Tokyo and getting to show our work on a school bus at Kyoto MoMA.Karen's creative courage is subtle and steady. She has expressed and drawn from research with scientists, sleep experts and academics. Producing work that is thoughtful, reflective and expressing complex ideas beautifully. She currently teaches at Glyndwr University in North Wales.Discover Karen's work: www.karenheald.co.ukKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

I share five books that made an impact on me and helped shaped the way I think on a range of topics:The War of Art, Steven PressfieldMoney, Rob MooreHow to write copy that sells, Ray Edwards13 things mentally strong people don't do, Amy MorinIlluminated Bible, Art Journaling Edition, Dana TanamachiKeep being courageous,Rachael xWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

Olga Thompson is better known as Big Fat Greek Mother. Her insta bio reads: Character skits, wigs and kebabs. I had the joy of finding her in lockdown - Olga's impressions, maverick characters and red lippy smile are a ray of sunshine from your phone.My guess about Olga's courage to perform wasn't quite right. Comedy and characters have been in her imagination and come naturally since being a kid. Sometimes it takes more guts to fully be yourself. Olga opens up to me about some of the fears she's conquered, why dress up should be celebrated and cracks out a range of class accents. We chat about why it's important for women to embrace stupidity and not waiting for fear to evaporate, before getting your own type of bonkers out there.Follow Olga here: www.instagram.com/big_fat_greekmotherKeep being courageous,Rachael xwww.calloncourage.com/podcast/big-fat-greek-motherWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

Nicole breaks the bedroom geek image someone might have of a coder. She's passionate about software development and on an intensive bootcamp getting her coding skills honed. Nicole is early on in her career but what I loved when I discovered her - she's got a clear vision for sharing her journey in real time and being up front about the challenges of start up culture.We talk about steps of courage that changed her path. Making the leap from psychology graduate to learning code. And once she found herself in a tech start up, deciding to move on from a hustle led work environment. Nicole is carving a clear path - she feels leadership is an exciting key in unlocking a richer range of tech ideas for the future. She's keen to see the barriers to entering tech reduce.Follow Nicole's progress: www.instagram.com/nicole.youngKeep being courageous,Rachael xwww.calloncourage.com/podcast/nicole-youngWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

Jess grabbed my attention on Instagram when she posted about a subject I hold dear: how to be a healthy creative. Self care and creativity go hand in hand. Like many other designers building their own companies - Jess' appreciation for this came on the tough road. She shares the reality of starting again after burnout. It wasn't easy and pretty scary taking time out to recover and figure out - what's not working for me anymore? Where are my old habits and behaviours not serving me or other people? These questions aren't easy. But what I admire about Jess, is her bravery for being prepared to go there and figure out how to move on and grow. We talk about boundaries, creating more space in life, our ego and the power we can unlock in being present in everyday things. If you've ever been tempted to operate in over work mode - Jess will convince you otherwise.Jess' Instagram: www.instagram.com/jessicaahorsfall/Keep being courageous,Rachael xwww.calloncourage.com/podcast/jess-horsfallWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage

This is the episode to listen to, if you feel trapped in a job and want to hear about creative courage paying off beautifully. Micah's story is one of guts, grit and fantasy fiction. I've been privileged to get a front row seat of his story - he's a great friend and someone that consistently encourages me to do the creative work, I find hard to reach. Micah's experienced a ton of change and challenges - from breaking out of hum-drum 9 to 5, to published author. I like to remind him he's taken on the marathon running of creativity - writing and breathing life into rich and mythic worlds that are vivid and aching to be seen on screen. Both his books took very different time frames to write - Lost Gods was 12 years in the making and Pale Kings done in 5 months. His first novel, Lost Gods, was a Brave New Words finalist, and also nominated for a British Fantasy Award. Since we recorded this episode, Micah left care work and now works full time as a writer and content creator. My observation of Micah's creative courage - it has multiplied - in his own story and for others hearing it too.Lost Gods on AmazonPale Kings on AmazonKeep being courageous,Rachael xwww.calloncourage.com/podcast/micah-yongoWHO'S BEHIND THIS PODCAST?I'd ridden pretty high on the creative career rollercoaster. At times it was exhilarating (and occasionally it was terrifying.) It takes stamina, guts and more than a smattering of resilience. Don’t panic, this isn’t another podcast telling you to hustle harder. I’ve been there and got the burnout badge to prove it.I'm looking to find people who are doing the work they love, but it's been a bumpy ride.Starting over can be wonderful, agony and pants shakingly scary all at the same time. There are others who did it. Who are right in the centre of figuring that out. I'm trying to find the people, I needed to hear, at the time I felt I was free-falling from the loop-di-loop.BUILD A KICKARSE CREATIVE BUSINESSI’m able to make this podcast because I get a small income from some kickarse affiliate products. If you use any of these products with my link I can receive a small percentage back. Which honestly, does help!These are products that I use everyday to make Call On Courage happen. If you’re running an online business they just make your life easier.Go to https://www.calloncourage.com/kickarse to find out more.PLEASE CAN YOU HELP THIS PODCAST REACH MORE PEOPLE?If you've enjoyed any of these episodes or think this conversation on courage would help a friend, I'd appreciate a review. It takes less than 30 seconds and can really boost the chances of Call On Courage being discovered by others. Thanks :)Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/courage