Feb 03 2025 51 mins
Episode Description:
In this episode of the Sendy Mom podcast, host Becky Brouwer engages in a heartfelt conversation with Angela Johnson, exploring themes of self-discovery, overcoming fear, and the journey from opera singing to sculpting. Angela shares her experiences with anxiety, the importance of community, and the impact of kindness. The discussion also delves into the challenges of rejection in the arts and the creation of a sculpture garden that reflects her faith and artistic vision. Throughout the conversation, Angela emphasizes the significance of individual contributions and the joy found in connecting with others.
What you’ll Hear:
♛ It's about having courage and some vulnerability.
♛ Challenging oneself is one of the aspects of happiness.
♛ Every individual is unique
♛ We all want to feel like we are contributing.
♛ You have to support yourself after whatever it is that you're doing is over.
♛ God speaks to each of his children in a unique way.
♛ You can have a really successful life by choosing just to be kind.
♛ Navigating rejection is part of the artistic journey.
♛ The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and essential.
♛ Art can be a powerful medium for expressing faith and connection.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Sendy Mom Podcast
02:40 The Meaning of Being 'Sendy' and Embracing Courage
06:25 Discovering Personal Gifts and Talents
10:11 Overcoming Fear with Faith
15:21 Career Consolidation - Opera to Sculptor
20:05 Navigating Rejection in the Arts
24:44 Supporting Each Other's Unique Contributions
28:32 The Journey of Sculpting and Spiritual Inspiration
30:06 Creating a Sculpture Garden: A Divine Mission
32:23 The Process of Sculpting: A Lump of Clay to a Sculpture Garden
35:16 Art as a Medium for Connection and Reflection
37:32 Finding Peace and Gratitude in Life's Journey
39:16 The Power of Kindness and Charity
42:06 New Projects and Future Aspirations
44:55 Joy in Creation and Compassion
45:13 Rapid Fire Questions
Mentioned in the Show:
Worshipping God through Music - by Angela Johnson, Meridian Magazine
Million Dollar Weekend - by Noah Kagan
Tour of Light of the World Sculpture Garden in Thanksgiving Point
Tree of Life Garden at Thanksgiving Point
Tree of Life Vision Project interview with Angela Johnson
ABC Story on Tree of Life Project
8 Mighty Changes God Wants for You Before You Get to Heaven
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Meet my Guest:
I want to introduce you to my very good friend, Angela Johnson. She is an incredible artist. She began sculpting after pivoting from a career in opera. She has an incredible voice that sings and also advocates for herself and for others. I have always been impressed with her depth of knowledge and spirituality. She has just finished her life’s work, The Tree of Life Garden at Thanksgiving Point in Utah, an incredible labor of love that contains over 200 unique life-sized sculptures that includes scenes from the dream of the Tree of Life as well as scenes from the life of Jesus Christ. She is also the mother of 4 and grandmother to 20 wonderful grandchildren. I’m excited for you to get to know her better.
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