
Spaces with Morgan Harper Nichols
"Spaces" is a series by artist and writer Morgan Harper Nichols on cultivating dedicated areas for thinking, reflecting, and imagining. The focus is on practices like journaling, keeping notebooks, and creating digital gardens. These activities are more than just tasks to keep up with; they are spaces to explore and ways to create resources that can benefit various areas of life. From school to work, inner worlds to connecting with the rest of the world, and making art to writing, Morgan shares insights from both her research and personal practices to help you capture details, inspire ideas, cultivate imagination, and foster creativity.
Latest episodes

Dec 15, 2023 • 46min
Finding Space for Hope, Healing, Community, and Support - A Conversation with Minaa B.
Minaa B., author and advocate, discusses the importance of wellness, community, and healing in a broken world. Topics include unrealistic ideals around positivity, the power of inter-dependence, embracing all emotions, breaking free from the 'strong black woman' trope, and building circles of support.

Oct 4, 2023 • 40min
Breaking Free from "I Need to Do It All" to Focusing on What Matters Most - A Conversation with Quantrilla Ard, PhD
Morgan Harper Nichols chats with Quantrilla Ard, PhD, about breaking free from the need to do it all. They discuss finding relief, joy, and purpose in life, embracing multiple passions, navigating challenging circumstances, managing overwhelming moments, the power of storytelling, and expressing gratitude on social media.

Aug 30, 2023 • 54min
How To Create Space for Yourself to Breathe, Learn, and Grow - A Conversation with Chad Lawson
Musician, podcast host, and writer Chad Lawson joins Morgan Harper Nichols to explore the significance of creating space in both creative endeavors and everyday life. They discuss finding individuality in music, the impact of a supportive professor, releasing and letting go, and the influence of past experiences on current work.

Aug 23, 2023 • 38min
How To See Yourself Bloom - A Conversation with Kyunghee Kim
In this episode, Morgan Harper Nichols interviews Kyunghee Kim, author of 'See Us Bloom: Poems on Compassion, Acceptance, and Bravery'. They discuss the challenges Kyunghee faced in publishing her book and the importance of addressing challenging emotions in a simple and accessible way. They also explore the journey towards embracing authenticity and finding community, emphasizing the significance of support and creating safe environments, both in real life and in fiction.

Jun 21, 2023 • 59min
How to Draw a Deep Breath, And The Tools That Help Us Get There - A Conversation with Kyle Webster
Thanks so much for listening!Here's where you can check out Kyle's app, Lines of Zenhttps://apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=offercodes&id=1539285742&code=MORGANHARPERNICHOLSUse the code MORGANHARPERNICHOLS and receive a free month of Lines of Zen!Kyle Webster's WebsiteKyle Webster on SubstackKyle Webster on Instagram

Apr 19, 2023 • 23min
What do you when you want to bring other people along who don't want to come with you
The podcast explores the differences in perspectives and interpretations of media and life events based on age. It discusses the challenges of navigating close relationships with different perspectives and the importance of validation and personal growth. The speaker emphasizes the need for self-care and finding support in therapy and friends.

Apr 18, 2023 • 27min
I Have To Tell You About the Potato Account
Exploring the impact of a random social media profile dedicated to potatoes, the podcast discusses the overwhelming nature of social media, the desire for validation and recognition, finding creative space, and embracing moments of spontaneity for the sake of a story.

Apr 17, 2023 • 21min
One Practical Thing To Help You If You're Feeling Stuck
Discover practical tips to overcome feeling stuck, such as breaking creativity into smaller steps. Learn the importance of continuous learning and watching tutorials. Acknowledge past accomplishments for empowerment. Reflect on personal growth and appreciate progress.

Apr 14, 2023 • 31min
My Meditative Story (Award Nominated!)
A personal journey of leaving the familiar to find identity. Facing discrimination at a hair salon and the impact on one's identity. Reflection on the importance of belonging and the unique setting of graduate school.

Apr 5, 2023 • 12min
When The Good Things Feel Far Away
In this podcast, the speaker explores the power of art and music to bring comfort and connection. They discuss the importance of self-kindness and offer words of encouragement to listeners. Love is compared to music and sunlight, and the impact of words on others is emphasized.
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