Ep. 72 | I Didn't Know A Creative Process Could Change
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"ANYTHING IN THIS WORLD THAT YOU’RE DREAMING OF IS POSSIBLE
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In this solo episode, you’ll hear me talk about how creative effort shapes success, balancing study and improvisation, and how reconnecting with joy and play can transform your artistic journey.
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In this solo episode of It Takes A Village, Delina explores the evolution of her creative process, sharing the shifts, resistance, and momentum behind the scenes. She reflects on the difference between forced effort and chosen effort, focusing on how the latter sharpens her skills, expands her capacity, and reconnects her to why she started creating in the first place.
Delina dives into her childhood experiences with creativity, the pressure to always excel, the contrast between studying and improvising, and how abundance can sometimes blunt creativity if we’re not mindful. She discusses why consistent effort matters, how momentum builds, and why those who are successful often combine natural talent with steady effort.
This episode offers a heartfelt look at creative mindset shifts for anyone feeling stuck or in transition, inviting listeners to deepen their relationship with their voice and artistry.
ShoW TOPICS
Childhood creativity and early influences
The lure of focus and challenges with effort
Balancing study, improvisation, and play
Insights from Michael Jordan’s work ethic applied to creativity
Evolving creative standards and self-acceptance
Recent reflections on refining and deepening creative effort
The power of play and joy in creation
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Nostalgic Beginnings: The Donkey Kong Challenge
00:47 Welcome to 'It Takes a Village'
03:35 Creativity and the Creative Process
10:51 Effort vs. Effortless Creativity
13:55 The Michael Jordan of Creativity
15:42 Reflecting on Creative Effort
24:29 Final Thoughts and Listener Engagement
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