The stereotype of a creative person isn't pretty, but what does sadness have to do with ingenuity? In this episode, we explore how pain can be turned into art. Poetry mentioned in the episode: https://medium.com/changing-the-narrative

A small, little=known fact about creative people turns into a clear message for all. Dissatisfaction is sometimes constructive, but most of the time it indicates time for change. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

Creativity is a constant thirst for the unexpected, except you need to find things you don't know you're looking for, My favorite way to stay creative is to lose myself since it has always led to me finding things, ironically enough. This episode explores this paradoxical aspect of creating which I feel is largely unknown. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

This episode is about fear and decision making. Creating is all about choosing, but sometimes fear works in the background, causing unexpected results, In this episode, I explore different ways fear has played a role in my journey. Ending thought: Chase fear instead of letting it chase you. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

People rarely talk about money, and even less so in the context of creative work. In this episode, metaphors like the "starving artist" are explored as we discuss the intersection of creativity and money. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this episode!

Curiosity is an integral part of creativity, but the connection is often misunderstood. This episode is a collection of stories about the thirst for discovery and where it leads. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

In this episode, I wanted to break down the mysterious process of creation. There's a common assumption that creating is messy business, so I explored that concept. My poem mentioned in this episode: https://medium.com/@mikayeap/chasing-clouds-poem-covid19-quarantine-fc8ba8883a5c?source=friends_link&sk=e65b0b9333f2f8414498656357e2bddc Reach out on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

Meeting big goals requires focus, and focus has a way of giving you tunnel vision. When you see the world at large again, things can sometimes surprise you. This episode is a compilation of positive surprises. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

One weird thing I discovered when I started this line of work is that you get the best creative juice flowing when switching between work and play. This has implications in the current tense context of the world, so I decided to turn it into an episode. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!

Talent is usually a big factor in determining the direction we take in life, but in most cases it's irrelevant as a requirement. Real talent is almost nonexistent, thus it's impractical to use it as a guide. This means the ball is in your court. It's not about the chemicals in your brain, it's all in the blood, sweat, and tears you put in. DM me on Instagram @mika.yeap or Twitter @mikayeap to chat about this one!