Chaotic Creatives

Nov 11 2024 13 ep. 56 mins 10
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A show about embracing the chaos that comes from pursuing a creative life hosted by your friends Lauren Hom and Rachael Renae

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Art Kid vs. CEO: Balancing the Idealist and the Pragmatist

Nov 11 2024 61 mins  
Lauren and Rachael talk ethics, personal values, and what it can look like to honor those ideals in your creative business. They discuss how outside forces can challenge one’s adherence to a self-imposed ethical framework and OF COURSE the importance of holding the nuance through it all. This discussion blossoms into an exploration of how the mutual support of a loving community

The Spark: How Advice for Dating is Advice for Creating

Oct 28 2024 67 mins  
There are SO MANY shared lessons on building healthy romantic relationships and joyful, sustainable creative passions that Lauren and Rachael HAD to discuss it for this episode. In examining their dating experiences, they give key insights into the practices and postures that have allowed them to keep the spark alive on their chaotic creative journeys.

Riding the Waves of Creative Entrepreneurship

Oct 14 2024 58 mins  
It’s firmly Fall and Rachael and Lauren are back! They discuss what’s been going on in their worlds, and how they’ve been navigating seasons of change. While new territory inevitably brings about weirdness and uncertainty, your Chaotic Creative gals share insight on how having the resolve to move toward your core values can not only allow you to grow; but also broadens what i

Staying Jazzed on Your Creative Journey

Aug 19 2024 70 mins  
Lauren and Rachael don polka dot funeral garb to put season one to rest and discuss the importance of giving yourself your flowers. Reflecting on past wins and unexpected achievements is such an important practice for chaotic creatives, who are constantly facing change and the unknown. Acknowledging the promises you've kept to yourself can be a great way to build the trust in yours

Unpacking the B-Word: Personal "Branding" for Multi-Passionates

Aug 05 2024 66 mins  
Listener Jen asked a really big question: "How do you easily add different creative projects while keeping it all in one brand? Or do you?" It was such a big question, Lauren and Rachael decided to dedicate an entire episode to unpacking this common creative quandary. For Chaotic Creatives, "following the fun" is a guiding light; but can too many disparate interests transform the f

Embrace Your Weird. Make Friends! Q&A Pt. 2

Jul 22 2024 31 mins  
Rachael and Lauren answer more of your questions while making fun chaotic detours along the way!

Confirmed Millennials! Q&A Pt. 1

Jul 08 2024 26 mins  
Lauren and Rachael answer your questions and make fun chaotic detours along the way!

Doing the Thing: The Power of Imperfect Action

Jun 24 2024 64 mins  
Rachael and Lauren talk about the concept of taking "imperfect action" when following what fascinates them, and how this could lead to new insights and a higher tolerance for uncertainty. Plus, Rachael shares fun practices to turn off autopilot and find joy, even at the post office.

Niche for Now, Not Forever

Jun 10 2024 73 mins  
We know that narrowing your focus is a great tool for curbing the creative chaos; but, is a creative niche forever? Don't fret! Rachael and Lauren talk about the "Niche for Now" approach, remaining engaged in your work, and and the freedom that comes with setting aside what no longer serves you.

The Creative Clutter Conundrum: How Hobby Hoarders Can Make Space for New Ideas

May 27 2024 56 mins  
Letting go of your best, most cherished ideas can be a tough call; but can hoarding all of the creative gems of the past make it more cumbersome (physically and mentally) to pursue what's truly right for you now? Your Chaotic Creative gals, Lauren and Rachael, delve into what fabric scraps and 10 lbs of Almonds taught them about creative capacity; and why taking inventory of your c