221 - How Personal Life Experience Leads to Deeply Authentic Work w/ Suzy Ultman PART 2
Mar 5, 2019
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Suzy Ultman discusses the importance of therapy and exercise for mental well-being, personal experiences with ADHD and maintaining consistency, the connections between ADHD, Asperger's, and the right and left brain, living in Amsterdam and creative experiences, rebuilding through art and emotion, synchronicity and cosmic friendship, and gratitude and shout-out.
Support from loved ones can help rebuild and gain strength in challenging times.
Self-awareness and questioning societal messages allow for personal growth and change.
Creativity and self-care can provide solace and healing during periods of grief and loss.
Deep dives
Finding Strength and Courage Through Support
During a challenging time in her life, the podcast guest found support and encouragement from her sister and close friends. They focused on her future and helped her rebuild herself emotionally and mentally. They were there for her, offering positive words and constructive advice, which allowed her to gain strength and move forward.
Awakening and Self-Realization
Through her personal journey, the guest realized that she had been keeping herself small in her relationship and life. She pushed back against this realization and started questioning the messages being sent her way. This self-awareness and introspection led her to find the courage to make changes and rebuild her life.
Navigating Grief and Growth
As the guest grieved the loss of her marriage and family, she found solace in creativity. She created a project called 'Paper Doll Parade' which represented the people who supported her during this time. The guest also sought ways to take care of herself, such as using positive affirmations and continuing her artistic pursuits, even in moments of emotional pain.
The importance of accepting and embracing pain and struggle
The podcast episode explores the significance of pain and struggle in personal and creative growth. The speaker discusses their own experiences, including the loss of a loved one and going through a divorce, and how these difficult moments led to profound growth and self-discovery. They emphasize the importance of accepting and acknowledging the pain, allowing oneself to grieve and process it, and ultimately using it as an opportunity for personal transformation.
The power of being present and embracing authenticity
Another key theme in the podcast is the idea of being present in one's life and embracing authenticity. The speaker shares their experiences of living in Amsterdam and Boston, highlighting the impact these places had on their creative work and personal growth. They emphasize the importance of accepting and embracing one's current circumstances, even if they involve pain or uncertainty. The podcast stresses the need to let go of denial and fear, and instead embrace the present moment and the opportunities it holds for growth and self-discovery.
