The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers Make Life Your Biggest Art Project: Pia Leichter On Writing, Creative Courage, And Changing Your Narrative
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May 5, 2025 Pia Leichter, an award-winning creative director and founder of Kollektiv Studio, dives into the transformative power of creative courage. She discusses how to navigate life's shifts, turning personal evolution into art. Listeners will learn about the significance of immersive research, the cyclical nature of creativity, and the balance between productivity and rest. Pia emphasizes the importance of community support in overcoming self-doubt and encourages everyone to reclaim their creative power—proving that life itself is indeed the biggest art project!
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Pia's Creative Leap
- Pia Leichter left her agency after her mother's passing, which gave her courage to follow her own creative path.
- She launched Collective Studio and embraced entrepreneurship, which sparked her journey to write her book.
Overcome Fear by Asking "What If?"
- Ask yourself what happens if you don’t write that book or create that project.
- Use collaboration and the acceptance of vulnerability to overcome fear and start creating.
Take Control with Small Choices
- Remember you always have choices, even if life feels overwhelming and out of control.
- Take small actions that reinforce your power to direct your own life and creativity.
