Who You Needed
Who You Needed
Helen Grace
Hey You - I'm Helen & this is "Who You Needed" - a show made for creatives who are hungry to do some good in the world. Sometimes chuckle-worthy. Always encouraging. Anti-clout. Pro-humble. We honor vulnerable, curious, and humble conversations. In order to sustain longevity in our creative practice, we encourage listeners to lean into staying in the present moment. We embrace moments, not perfection. The goal is to help you feel good & inspired!
One Take Tuesday #1 - Anxiety
One Take Tuesdays are 5-minute/one take/unedited voice tracks...a challenge to undo perfectionist tendencies in the creative journey - the goal is to loosen up & enjoy process over destination
Jan 25, 2022
5 min
Error Cookie Crumbles - Creating is Discovery (with Pat)
1. Fear can take over when we create & our personality can be overshadowed by it 2. Sustaining "creative purity" requires presence: think, what did you spend TONS of hours working on as a kid/teen? 3. Helen interviews Pat about life balance & childhood without technology dependence.
Jan 24, 2022
20 min
Season 3 Intro
Helen introduces Season 3 : the theme, One-Take Tuesday's, and fun content to come!
Jan 18, 2022
2 min
I'm done waiting for Candy, Give me More? // Season 2 Finale
The truth is, methods and strategy can only take you so far. We can have the best strategy, but if our heart and mind is not 100% in the work, you can never reach a place of fulfillment. Clarity in vision —> longevity in practice more effective as time passes It’s the ecosystem that surrounds us that pumps energy into our creative hearts - what do you value in your life & how do you achiever balance I want to leave you with the conviction and inspiration to be yourself. And let me be clear, not the social media you, the person you think you should be, or the person you know will get you the approval of your parents or friends. The vulnerable, icky, messy, beautiful, complicated you that has always been there. Maybe you started listening to this show because it’s peaceful, but I hope you continue to listen because it challenges you to seek authenticity and humble conviction to be you.
Nov 22, 2021
9 min
On Taking Action as Creatives: Nothing Goes as Planned, So Do it.
Embedded in the quilt of creative individuality is a healthy level of doubt, anxiousness, and second-guessing. In this episode, Helen discusses the changing tide of being tired, of being tired. She provides 3 principles of taking action and using the anxiety we feel to channel our creative potential. Any feedback? Send Helen an email: [email protected] As always, so much gratitude and love for you!
Nov 13, 2021
10 min
"interviewing my grandma" // OG Wisdom, etc.
Helen interviews Edith, her grandma and asks her about life, joy, peace, and enduring trials in life.
Oct 29, 2021
12 min
Failure Nachos / A Crunchy Perspective
Life is more fun when there is permission to mess up & grow from it.
Oct 12, 2021
10 min
Unlocking Clarity, Seeking Wellness
What is the relationship between emotion and perseverance? How do you develop a kind relationship with your mind and body? In this episode, I reluctantly share and address my personal fears and path to wellness and how it helped unlock new ways of looking at my creative practice. We’re going to go to uncharted territory, into the depths of physical challenges - a story about the physical feats of running and racing and how this practice can connect us to greater reaches of creativity. Often, creativity is experienced as a cerebral exercise, one in which we roam and pour out things in our brains. But, the theme of this season is to challenge ourselves to look beyond, into our surroundings, and thru interactions that may seem unfamiliar to find our true north: purpose. The pandemic put me in a state of introspective isolation, one in which made me ask myself hard questions related to happiness and joy. More than this, I started asking myself whether I was really reaching my fullest potential. The answer was an obvious no…
Sep 28, 2021
14 min
Root of the Rut
a chat about the challenge of creative development, how time is an accumulation of moments, and seeing creativity like an athlete. Learn how to reinvent internalized discouragement and channel it into progress.
Sep 14, 2021
12 min
Behind the Stories // Eliminating Hurry Part 2
A hidden look behind WYN stories: How Coldplay's Yellow inspired Helen's stories on presence, unpacking the questions that bring the stories to life, and asking what is essential to ponder about (what we fill our space with). Want to say hi :)? Send Helen an email: [email protected]
Sep 2, 2021
7 min
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