Create for No Reason

It's way too easy for us to talk ourselves out of creating. This is why it's important for us to have an accountability partner or create a system that sets us up to hold ourselves accountable for doing work that matters to us. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism at MassiveOptimism.com.Kate's YouTube Channel: KateVolman.Video

Can you write a book in two weeks? My friend Donnie Tuttle set out to do just that with a group of students. In this episode, we talked about the writing process, how to leverage ChatGPT in the book-writing process, and how to continue having creative adventures throughout your career. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism at MassiveOptimism.com.Kate's YouTube Channel: KateVolman.Video

I was so excited to have Michael Burke back on the show. Michael is a comedian/writer/actor. You can follow him on TikTok or Instagram (@DMichaelBurke) where he makes relatable videos about work/life boundaries. He also does a weekly improv series on Instagram stories where he brings to life anything from “a fly who can’t escape through the blinds” to a “plastic bag on the side of a highway.” He is an infectiously fun person to add to your timelines.Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism at MassiveOptimism.com.Kate's YouTube Channel: KateVolman.Video

This episode was inspired by Rick Rubin's book The Creative Act and a conversation he had with Brian Koppelman. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism at MassiveOptimism.com.Kate's YouTube Channel: KateVolman.Video

This is a pretty random episode. I share a piece of my morning pages. I also share an incomplete poem I'm working on. I hope this episode inspires you to write, create, and share. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism at MassiveOptimism.com.Kate's YouTube Channel: KateVolman.Video

It's easy to start comparing our work to those we admire. But when we do, sometimes it stops us from creating. It stops us from pursuing the passion projects that are clearly meant for us. I hope this episode inspires you to keep creating. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts, and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism. Kate's YouTube Channel

Inspiration doesn't strike when we're sitting on the couch or procrastinating on our work. It happens when we're working. When we show up even when we don't feel like it. Even when it's hard. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism. Kate's YouTube Channel

I hope this episode inspires you to do more of what you love and rediscover the passion in your life. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism. Kate's YouTube Channel

The thing about creating is... Well, it's complicated. There's so much that goes into the creative process. Sometimes ideas dance freely in our mind. We know what to do with them and which direction to go. Other times, it's not that simple. We sit in front of the keyboard or stare at a blank canvas waiting for inspiration to strike. In this episode, Kate shares some of her thoughts on the creative process and why, no matter what, we must continue to create. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism. Kate's YouTube Channel

Creating a personal strategic plan helps us stay focused on what it is we truly want to accomplish in our lives. In this episode, Kate shares simple steps to creating a personal strategic plan you'll actually use to accomplish your dreams this year. Get book recommendations, journaling prompts and weekly inspiration delivered to your inbox by signing up for Massive Optimism. Kate's YouTube Channel