Creative Pep Talk 451 - Write Your Inner Monologue (Right Side Out 3 of 6)
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Apr 24, 2024 Explore the challenge of filtering out critical voices from the past to uncover your true creative identity. Discover how childhood experiences and family judgments shape your inner monologue. Andy shares transformative moments from his mother's struggles and his determination to break free from limiting labels. Learn about the impact of positive versus negative words on behavior and self-perception. Finally, take part in a creative exercise to choose and visualize a life-giving phrase that inspires you.
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Inner Voices Are Normal And Conflicted
- Inner voices are a normal part of thinking and can contain conflicting desires and identities.
- Recognizing them helps you parse who you are versus messages you've internalized from others.
When His Mother's Words Disappeared
- Andy describes learning his mother had seizures, addiction, and a brain tumor that removed much of her speech.
- Seeing her lose her voice intensified his fear that he'd inherit the same fate.
The Creative Warp Whistle Attempt
- Andy used a creative "warp whistle" strategy: adopt a trendy style and make an indie rock coloring book to jumpstart his career.
- The book initially got traction, landing him illustration work but ultimately led back to uncertainty when expectations weren't met.
