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If you've ever gotten to the middle of a project and felt like you might die of boredom, this week's episode is all about the middle - and why it's not as bad as you might think. Join designer and author Marie Greene for an uplifting chat about pushing through those middle bits of the creative process. 

Ever wonder what the next "right" step is? Or maybe you're wondering how to keep going when things feel unbearably tough? Join host and author Marie Greene for this week's pep-talk about how to keep moving forward during challenging times. Learn more about Marie's work here: www.oliveknits.com 

As we're spending more and more time in the virtual space, designer and author Marie Greene shares why we might need to step back and embrace tangible, low-fi activities to help create more balance (and offset stress) in our busy lives. Learn more about Marie's work here: www.oliveknits.com

Finding your sanity in an upside down world can start with a simple plan. Join host and author Marie Greene for this week's uplifting pep-talk about figuring out what to do first (and second, and third) when setting up a new project - AND why making a plan might be just exactly what you need right now (especially for creative people).Learn more about Marie at www.oliveknits.com 

If this year (2020) has turned your life upside down in more ways than one, join host & author Marie Greene for an uplifting chat about how to keep going through hard things. Learn more about Marie's work at www.oliveknits.com Please note: There is one small moment of language in this episode, so please consider listening with ear phones if little ears are nearby.

Change and uncertainty can create a lot of confusion about what we should be doing with our lives. This week join host Marie Greene for a chat about remembering the things you loved when you were small, and how to use them as tool to guide decisions about what's next. If you're struggling with who you are in this new reality or what you want for your life, you'll love this optimistic approach to drawing on who you were in a simpler time for clues about what you want for yourself now. 

Your weekly dose of creative inspiration. Join host Marie Greene for a chat about how to make the most of your time, energy and creativity during quarantine. 

If you're sick of living in limbo, you're not alone. Join host Marie Greene for a deep dive into the hazards of staying stuck and how to keep moving forward - even when we don't know what's next. 

If your life feels like it's in the middle of a reset, it probably is. Join host Marie Greene for this week's inspiring chat for creatives about harnessing the power of a reset in our lives to create our own new normal. Mentioned in this week's episode: Radish Leaf Soup by David Lebovitz

If you're feeling unfocused and distracted, and can't keep track of which day it is at the moment - you're not alone. This week Marie shares a simple (old fashioned) trick for finding your way forward during hard times. 

The fastest way to get unstuck and turn your thoughts around is to create a state change. Join your cheerful host, Marie Greene, for her best (and goofiest) tips to change your state of mind quickly and get back to joy. Learn more about Marie online at: www.oliveknits.comFind her on Facebook here: Olive Knits

If you're feeling stuck in limbo, you're not alone. There's a lot in life we can't control, and limbo can make us feel stuck. But creativity comes in many forms - including being a tool we can use to stay sane while we can't control what's happening in the world around us. Join cheerful, upbeat host Marie Greene for a dose of sunshine and inspiration on creative living. Learn more about Marie online at: www.oliveknits.comFind her on Facebook here: Olive KnitsLinks mentioned in today's episode: Quarantiny Sourdough Starter

"You know what you should do..."If you've ever heard that phrase from someone who means well, but doesn't really "get" you - this episode is for you. Join host Marie Greene for this week's creative pep talk about how to get the advice you need, and avoid the advice you don't. Links mentioned in this episode:Building a Creative Business WaitlistOlive Knits - seamless patterns & workshops for knittersSign up for Marie's weekly knitting newsletter here

Life is made up of a whole bunch of todays. What are you doing today to make it count?

Imperfect creativity can change lives. Really. In this week's episode, creativity guru Marie Greene shares 5 tricks for making progress that don't require faking it (or being perfect). Someone out there is waiting for the work you came to share - don't stand them up.Learn more about Marie's work and books here at oliveknits.com Or find her on Facebook View transcripts and past episodes here.

If you're feeling a little bit stuck, maybe it's time for a pivot? Whether it's in creativity or just in life, sometimes a little shift is all it takes. Read the transcript here: http://www.goodenoughcreative.comBooks mentioned:Atomic Habits by James Clear (affiliate link)

Do you have a village? Do you know why you need one? In this week's episode, join creative spitfire Marie Greene as she encourages you to take a step (or two) out of your comfort zone and throw yourself right in the way of opportunity; if you keep standing in its way, it will have no choice but to run right into you. Saying yes to new things is one of the best ways to connect with others and find your community.And if you already have a village, are you making the most of it? Are you showing up and sharing your inspiration? are you asking for encouragement or support if you need it? and are you providing encouragement and support to others while you're there? Links mentioned:Knit Camp - Marie's online creative community for knitterswww.knit-camp.comNaNoWriMo - National Novel Writing Monthnanowrimo.com

If you find yourself comparing your messy creative reality to the glossy finished product that someone else has put forth, you'll love this candid episode with host Marie Greene as she shares the behind-the-scenes chaos of writing two books in a year. You'll learn why living your dream doesn't always look the way you think it will, but it's still worth it anyway. Find transcripts and audio at: www.goodenoughcreative.com Are you a knitter? Check out Marie's books on Amazon (or wherever books are sold):Knit Shawls & Wraps in 1 WeekSeamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks(Amazon affiliate links help us keep the podcast advertising-free. Thank you for your support!)

Have you ever tried a new creative endeavor on the "down low"? In this week's episode, host Marie Greene shares why keeping a creative secret might make it easier to get started. Learn more about Marie's work here: www.oliveknits.comGood Enough Creative will be on a short hiatus as we prepare for Season 2. Join the mailing list to get a heads up when we're back!

In this week's creative pep-talk, host Marie Greene shares 8 things that are more important than talent.