You CAN wake up your creativity—and thrive, guest Jaime Townzen, author, illustrator Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 💡 👉 Join the Create-Today Membership
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coachingConnect with a creative community that supports YOU and your creative needs and goals. 🎨 This week on ‘Create Today with Beth Buffington’, Beth chats with Jamie Townzen, a renowned Southern California-based writer and professional artist whose watercolor paintings have gathered international acclaim. Jamie has a powerful story about how she rediscovered her creativity through watercolor painting during a period of personal loss and transformation. She shares her transformation from UCLA pre-med to a creative writing major at the University of Redlands. She was influenced by a empathetic professor who saw her creative strengths and obsession with storytelling. You’ll find how she rediscovered her creativity after it had dimmed when life showered her with grief, change, and the pandemic. You’ll find how you can strengthen your creativity and reach for goals that you’ve dreamed about. Jaime offers insights about her debut novel ‘Absorbed;' the healing power of art; and the importance of belonging to a creative community. Jamie's story encourages listeners to find their own creative outlets and embrace vulnerability for personal growth and well-being. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Jaime Townzen 01:09 Jamie's Creative Journey and Early Influences 02:55 Discovering a Passion for Writing 05:55 Rediscovering Creativity Through Painting 09:26 The Healing Power of Art 15:35 Writing and Publishing 'Absorbed' 21:57 Book Details and Supporting Local Bookstores 24:32 Exploring the Library's Hidden Gems 24:47 Creativity and Confidence: A Personal Journey 25:20 The Power of Creative Communities 26:16 The Creative Pledge: A Promise to Yourself 31:16 Daily Creative Rituals: Building a Healthy Habit 33:54 Finding Time for Creativity in a Busy Life 37:28 Small Steps to Reignite Your Creative Passion 40:46 The Healing Power of Creativity 43:13 Connecting Through Creativity: A Family Affair 46:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Show Notes: How to find Jaime Townzen: www.jaimetownzen.com http://www.instagram.com/jaimegetscreative https://www.facebook.com/jaime.townzen/ https://tiktok.com/@jaimegetscreative How to purchase Jaime’s book ‘Absorbed’
 Jaime highly recommends finding her book through your closest independent bookstore.
To order her book at a bookstore or library use this ISBN number: Paperback: ISBN 9798218513580
Hardcover: ISBN 9798218516178 Also available for purchase through: Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, Kobo AmazonAmazon Link:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jaime-Townzen/author/B0DNHZY5BQ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=cad1506b-7bd2-474f-9356-1a03603be0c5

This Evening Ritual will Reduce Anxiety & Unlock Creativity End your day with peace, not pressure. In this second episode of a two part series we welcome back Lisa Murphy, Healthy Aging Coach as she shares the power of evening rituals to help you unwind, reduce anxiety, and reset your creative mind. Your nighttime routine doesn’t just affect your sleep—it sets the tone for tomorrow’s creativity, clarity, and emotional well-being. Instead of ending your day with doom scrolling, work emails, or Netflix binges— learn how to create intentional, calming evening habits that lower cortisol, invite relaxation, and naturally boost melatonin, dopamine, and serotonin. These rituals are the key to deep rest, a clear mind, and a heart ready to create.  In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ Why your brain craves routine at night—and how to use it to your advantage
 ✔️ The impact of screen time and overstimulation on sleep and stress
 ✔️ How evening rituals support mental clarity, emotional balance, and creative flow
 ✔️ Simple nighttime habits that lead to better mornings
 ✔️ Tools to help you calm your mind, reflect, and end the day with gratitude and intention ✨ Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, a busy parent, or someone seeking more joy and less stress, building an evening ritual will become your secret superpower for a better tomorrow. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:22 Recap of Morning Pillar 03:00 Beth's Morning Routine Changes 06:21 Introducing the Evening Pillar 06:56 Evening Rituals and Device Use 09:32 Balancing Evening Activities 11:31 Implementing Changes with Family 13:24 Practical Tips for Evening Rituals 21:17 Planning for Future Retreats 23:07 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 🔔 Subscribe for weekly insights on creativity, focus, and living with creative intention. 
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 💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s one thing you plan to change in your evening to create a more successful tomorrow? SHOW NOTES Reach out to Lisa Murphy
Get your complimentary session: https://www.lisamurphyllc.com/ Create-Today Offerings:Register to the Create-Today Workshops! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Other Creative Resources at Create-Today:
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E68 - Find Calm and Creativity in a Healthy Morning Ritual -with Guest, Lisa Murphy, a Healthy Aging Coach Welcome to the first of a two part series of the Create Today with Beth Buffington podcast! Join us we welcome returning guest, healthy aging coach Lisa Murphy! Today we'll do a super deep dive into the concept of having “Pillars of the Day” that will help us find more calm and happiness in heart, mind body and soul.

 In this first of two episodes with Lisa, we will illustrate how a healthy morning ritual will will start your day with calm…instead of anxiety. Lisa calls her morning ritual 'Morning Pillars’—these are intentional rituals to ground yourself and improve wellbeing. Lisa shares actionable tips on transforming your morning routine, including the benefits of starting your day with lemon water instead of coffee and the importance of a peaceful start. Learn how the simplest things… like practicing silence, stepping outside, and setting boundaries with your phone can create a balanced and productive day. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:01 Current Global and Personal Challenges 04:07 Managing Stress and Control 05:06 Creating a Structured Day 07:31 Morning Pillars and Routines 10:36 Dealing with Modern Distractions 16:31 Building Better Morning Habits 28:05 The Benefits of Lemon Water 30:28 Morning Rituals: Starting the Day Right 31:51 Breaking Device Addiction: Tips and Tricks 33:09 Finding Time for Creativity 38:33 Creating a Balanced Evening Routine 42:42 Adapting Rituals to Life Changes 47:55 Final Thoughts and Takeaways SHOW NOTES Reach out to Lisa Murphy - Healthy Aging Coach
Get your complimentary session: https://www.lisamurphyllc.com/ Create-Today Offerings Register for the Doodle Meditation Workshop! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Other Resources at Create-Today:
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E67 Let Creativity Increase Your Mental Wellbeing and Health Welcome to Create Today with Beth Buffington! In this episode, we explore the significance of incorporating creativity into your daily life to foster happiness and wellness in your heart, mind, body, and soul. Learn how making time for creative activity each day can relieve anxiety and introduce a sense of calm. Beth shares a list of 6 easy and fun ways to help you set up your own creative routine for relief from stress and anxiety. Tune in for insightful advice on making space for creativity and enhancing your overall mood and focus all through a bit of creative play. 00:00 Introduction to Creative Rituals 03:34 The Power of Creative Meditation 07:51 Six Ways to Use Creativity for Wellness 11:54 Finding Creative Communities 14:14 Conclusion and Resources Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡

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Find a Creative Passion to lower anxiety and create happiness In this episode of 'Create Today with Beth Buffington,' we discover the creative art of finding and maintaining creative passions. We explore how creativity can lead to a happier, healthier life, and you’ll receive easy tips on how to cultivate and preserve creative inspiration. Drawing from Martha Beck's book 'Beyond Anxiety,' you’ll learn Martha’s concept of a 'rag bag' of curiosities—a collection of ideas, images, and experiences that fuel creative endeavors. Come…and find actionable steps to collect the things you find curious. Find out how easy it is to document inspirations, explore new activities, and stay curious—and how, having fun with intriguing, cool stuff will keep your creative fire burning bright. Learn about the resources available within the Create Today community that can enhance one's creative journey—today. Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 00:00 Introduction to Creative Passion 00:43 Finding and Keeping Your Creative Passion 01:38 The Childhood Fort Metaphor 02:52 Benefits of Regular Creativity 03:30 Martha Beck's Book Insights 06:31 Creating Your Own Rag Bag 09:33 Steps to Start Your Creative Rag Bag 13:12 BDI Create Today Community 14:29 Conclusion and Encouragement Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching Other Offerings at BDI Create.Today Register to the Create-Today Workshops! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate” https://www.bdi-create.today/courses Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today: https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page:https://www.bdi-create.today

(Really) Improve your life - 10 ways to be happier using creativity In this episode, you will explore with Beth, the power of tapping into your creativity to (really) transform your life. You’ll discover how creativity extends beyond traditional art forms and can be found in everyday activities like cooking, gardening, and even baking. Sounds good, right? You’ll also collect easy and practical tips to add happiness to your life!
Beth will share with you a simple 10-step guide to reigniting your creative passions, and she highlights how creativity can boost your happiness, reduce stress, and improve overall health. And...Today is a great day to join the Create Today community to learn how to integrate creativity into your daily routine for a more fulfilling life—in heart, mind, body and soul! Visit www.bdi-create.today for workshops, online courses, the Create-Today Membership, and personalized coaching! 00:00 Welcome to Create Today with Beth Buffington 00:11 Unleashing Your Inner Creativity 01:47 The Importance of Creativity for Happiness and Health 03:49 Reigniting Your Creative Passion 07:56 10 Ways to Discover or Reignite Your Creativity 15:07 Incorporating Creativity into Daily Life 16:25 The Five P's of Creative Transformation 22:52 Join the Create Today Community 👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching Other Offerings at BDI Create.Today Register to the Create-Today Workshops! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate”
https://www.bdi-create.today/courses Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page: https://www.bdi-create.today

E64 - How Creativity Reduces Anxiety & Boosts Your Wellbeing In this episode of 'Create Today with Beth Buffington,' Beth discusses the importance of creativity as a tool for calming the mind, relieving stress, and contributing to overall wellbeing. She explores the concept of creativity not just for personal joy but as a responsibility to make the world a better place. This episode includes four key stages to incorporate creativity into daily life: responsibility, receiving, relationships, and resurgence. Through heartwarming anecdotes and scientific evidence, Beth emphasizes the healing power of creativity and encourages listeners to engage in creative activities daily, join supportive communities (Like the Create-Today Membership), to discover the best ways share their creative gifts with others—and to foster a cycle of reciprocal healing. 00:00 Introduction to Creative Healing 01:35 The Power of Daily Creativity 02:42 Stage 1: Embracing Responsibility 04:47 Reflecting on Your Creative Impact 06:06 Nurturing Your Own Creativity 11:11 Stage 2: Learning to Receive 18:34 Stage 3: The Importance of Relationships 21:48 Join the Creative Community 22:41 Stage 4: Resurgence and Sharing 26:45 Recap and Final Thoughts 👉 Join the Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡
https://www.bdi-create.today/membership_coaching Other Offerings at BDI Create.Today Register to the Create-Today Workshops! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate”
https://www.bdi-create.today/courses Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page: https://www.bdi-create.today  

E63 How Creativity Reduces Stress & Anxiety – The Science Behind It Feeling overwhelmed by the news, social media, and daily stress? You’re not alone. Anxiety and stress are at an all-time high—but there’s a powerful, science-backed way to calm your mind: creativity. 🎨✨ In this episode of Create-Today with Beth Buffington, we explore how engaging in creative activities like drawing, painting, writing, and making music can help lower anxiety, reduce stress, and improve focus. Learn the brain science behind creativity and discover easy, daily ways to add more creativity to your life—even if you feel too busy! 🔹 Why creativity reduces stress & anxiety
 🔹 The brain science behind creative flow & relaxation
 🔹 How to stop doomscrolling & focus on something positive
 🔹 Easy creative habits to bring more calm into your life 👉 Join The Create-Today Membership to stay inspired and connect with a creative community that supports your journey. 🎨💡 Offerings at BDI Create.Today Register to the Create-Today Workshops! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendarRegister for “Learn the Art of Procreate”
https://www.bdi-create.today/courses Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:
https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page: https://www.bdi-create.today

Secrets unraveled with Guest Kim Davis It’s a True Crime not to have a Creative Process Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kim Davis, a knitter extraordinaire and the host of the true crime podcast 'Slaycation'. In this episode, Kim shares her unique journey from dancing and acting to social work and eventually finding her passion for knitting. She discusses how knitting became a life-saving creative outlet, allowing her to become a more present and loving mother. Additionally, Kim dives into her fascination with true crime, explaining how she turned her interest into the successful 'Slaycation' podcast. Whether you're a knitting enthusiast, true crime aficionado, or simply looking for inspiration to balance creativity and everyday life, this episode is a must-watch, must-listen! 00:00 Introduction to Create Today with Beth Buffington 00:20 Meet Kim Davis: Knitter Extraordinaire and True Crime Podcaster 01:28 Kim's Journey: From Theater to Social Work 05:16 Discovering Knitting: A Lifeline for Creativity12:06 The Joy of Teaching and Creating Patterns 16:41 Transition to True Crime: The Birth of Slaycation 24:59 Exploring Creative Processes 27:15 Balancing Energy and Confidence 29:31 Creating the Right Environment 30:51 The Importance of Taking Breaks 36:42 Advice for Aspiring Creatives 43:13 Connecting with Like-Minded People 43:56 Where to Find Kim and Slaycation Show Notes Find out more about Kim Davis Listen to her podcast “Staycation” https://www.slaycation.wtf/ Staycation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=slaycation%20podcast Slaycaters Only Private Facebook (come and join!) https://www.facebook.com/groups/394778366758281/ That Girl Knits - on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thatgirlknits/ Offerings at BDI Create.Today
 Register to the Create-Today Workshops!https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate”

https://www.bdi-create.today/courses Tutorials and other resources at Create-Today:

https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page:
https://www.bdi-create.today

Myths vs. Facts - The Truth about what's keeping you from Creative SuccessJoin me as we explore the misconceptions of popular creative myths. Whether you're curious about modern-day myths... or believe you are a realist, this episode offers insightful thoughts that will captivate your imagination. You'll understand creative myths and how they effect your work right now! We'll do a some myth busting to set your creativity free— by spotlighting the misconceptions that myths provide. We'll explore how to realize the myths blocking your creativity right now —so you can step confidently into your creative success. By the end of this episode, you'll feel empowered to start, finish, and release your projects with confidence. Plus, you'll want to register for my Myth workshop where we'll uncover 5 creative myths keeping you from success—and holding you back from making money with your artwork! Register at: www.bdi-create.today Let's bust some myths and ignite your creativity—together! 🚀✨ 00:00 Breaking Free from Creative Myths 02:37 The Power of Myths: A Personal Story 04:58 Common Childhood Myths and Their Impact 06:08 How Creative Myths Hinder Success 08:57 Overcoming Myths to Unlock Creative Potential 11:25 Join the Workshop: Transform Fiction to Facts 13:01 Empower Your Creativity: Final Thoughts Offerings at BDI Create.TodayRegister to the Workshop: 5 Myths Keeping Your from Creative Success! https://www.bdi-create.today/workshop-events-calendar Register for “Learn the Art of Procreate”
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https://www.bdi-create.today/almost-free-resources The Create-Today Home Page: https://www.bdi-create.today