Feeling Creatively Blocked? How to Find Your Voice, Stop Hustling, and Start Creating w/ James McCrae

Jun 4, 2025

Join poet and meme author James McCrae, the creative force behind @wordsarevibrations, as he shares his journey from corporate life to artistic expression. He discusses the magic of words as vibrations that shape our reality and the challenges of losing one's inner artist to hustle culture. James breaks down how to cultivate creativity through mindfulness and the healing power of humor in personal growth. He also offers practical advice on finding your unique voice in the digital age and embracing the ever-evolving journey of self-reinvention.

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INSIGHT

Words as Vibrations

Words carry energy and cast vibrations into the world, impacting reality like ripples.
Being intentional with words means consciously shaping the reality you create and express.

ADVICE

Embrace Yin Creativity

Cultivate yin creativity by being receptive, listening, and channeling intuition rather than forcing ideas.
Create space through stillness and openness to allow ideas to flow naturally from subconscious sources.

ANECDOTE

Lifestyle Changes for Creativity

James left high-pressure advertising and built a creative lifestyle with Kundalini yoga, meditation, and nature.
This lifestyle shift reconnected him to his inner artist and greatly enhanced his creative flow.

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The Art of You

The Essential Guidebook for Reclaiming Your Creativity

James McCrae

The Art of You is a transformative guide designed to help readers reclaim their inner artist and unlock their creative potential. It provides a roadmap for rediscovering one's unique talents and passions, guiding individuals through a journey of self-expression and personal fulfillment. This book provides guidance, creative prompts, and insights to help you unlock your full potential and live authentically. Through introspective exercises and actionable strategies, it empowers readers to overcome creative blocks and embrace their authentic selves. With a blend of wisdom and inspiration, this book encourages readers to tap into their innate creativity and lead a life filled with purpose and joy.

How to Laugh and Ironic Amusement During Your Existential Crisis

James McCrae

This book explores the intersection of humor, poetry, and meme culture as tools for navigating life's challenges. It serves as a guide for finding amusement during existential crises, encouraging readers to embrace irony and laughter. McCrae delves into the human experience with wit, addressing themes of identity, purpose, and self-discovery. This book is a collection of thoughts on life, death, and everything in between, with poetry. It encourages readers to find lightheartedness amidst uncertainty and find liberation through laughter.

Shit Your Ego Says

How to Laugh and Ironic Amusement During Your Existential Crisis

James McCrae

This book will help you to identify the limiting beliefs that are holding you back from living your best life. It will also help you to develop a more positive and empowering mindset. The book is full of practical advice and exercises that you can use to overcome your fears and achieve your goals. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. This book is based on James McCrae's own experiences overcoming challenges and achieving success. McCrae offers insights and advice that will resonate with readers from all walks of life. It is a book that you will want to read again and again.