Unleash Your Inner Creative with Lauren LoGrasso (A Creativity Podcast)

Former professional drag queen turned psychologist, Dr. Scott Lyons, discusses drama addiction, finding your authentic voice, rewriting limiting beliefs, and how performers are susceptible to drama addiction. They also explore the importance of reconnecting with the body, letting go of victim identity, and the impact of the attention economy on addiction to drama. Plus, they touch on embodied education, the 'Gently Used Human' podcast, and expressing gratitude.

Today’s guest is Chandrika Tandon. She is a globally recognized business leader, Grammy-nominated music artist, and humanitarian. She recently released her new album Ammu’s Treasures which features a variety of classic songs and soothing chants for all ages. She also has been profiled in print, on radio, and on television, including in CNBC’s The Brave Ones series.I wanted to have Chandrika on the show  because of her remarkable journey into the world of music—a path she embarked on later in life, proving that it is ALWAYS the right time to pursue your passion, what’s meant for you will never miss you. Remember creativity doesn’t have an age limit. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to find the courage to break from tradition How to get started on your dream later in life How to push past being perfectionist & focus on being YOURSELF The power of music and creativity to find yourself and connect with the divine How to create truly for your own joy How to become more of a rebel  How to create from a pure place, without a thought of outcome The joy of making creative projects for children AND MUCH MORE! -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :) Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative    Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso  Check out my #Creativity Workshop on Friday, 09.29 at 2pm ET here: https://linktr.ee/laurenlograsso Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On The Guest:  Today’s guest is Victoria Song. She is a leadership advisor and coach to CEOs, scientists, artists, and entrepreneurs. She’s worked with people like Cindy Crawford and Ryan Hudson who is the cofounder of Honey- which was acquired by paypal for 4 billion dollars.  She is also the author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Bending Reality, was on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list and has been featured in ABC, NBC, Glamour, Boston Globe, and more. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to get out of your head and into your body The signs of an inflamed nervous system How to healthily express anger How to heal from feelings of unworthiness  How to bend reality  What Contraction/ expansion is and how can you start leaning more toward expansion How to build self-trust Why it’s important to celebrate successes and wins How to change your inner critic voice into something supportive How to rewrite old stories  AND MORE!  Check out my #Creativity & #Podcasting workshops here: https://linktr.ee/laurenlograsso  -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :) Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative    Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On The Guest: Today I am doing a coaching session with a longtime listener of the show, Reba Ruff. Reba is a Denver-based Artist who has been creating digital illustrations since 2020. Her original work was shared under the handle, @BeckyLovebutts where she would do artwork of literal butts and other erotic art…But now she wants to transition into doing all kinds of different art…Not just her erotic pieces, but rather, creating art from on parts of life that bring her joy.  I wanted to coach Reba because I am a huge fan of her work. I was also interested in talking with her because a creative rebrand is something so many of us go through and it is equally difficult from a tactical and an emotional standpoint. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to bridge the gap between what you’ve been doing as an creative and what you want to do as an creative  How to build your creative mission statement  Creative exercises that can help you define your brand + find your path How to discover your creative imprint on the world How to overcome blocks Tips for Authentic self-promotion How to rebrand yourself as an artist AND MORE! Creativity Courses:  Sep 15 - https://www.daisie.com/Discover-Your-Creative-Calling-and-Authentic-Self-Expression Sep 29 - https://www.daisie.com/Finding-Balance-as-a-Multi-Passionate-Creative -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :) Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative    Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On The Guest: Today’s guest is Dina Gachman. She is a Pulitzer Center Grantee, an award winning journalist, and a frequent contributor to the New York Times, Texas Monthly, Vox, and more. Her book, So Sorry for Your Loss came out this past April. In the book she takes you through grieving her Mother and her sister--it is a testament to the immutable love of family and the grief that forever can change you. The book has been featured in places like TIME, Southern Living, Oprah Daily, Teen Vogue, CBS, and more. From this conversation you’ll learn: How to tell your story from an outside perspective How to get comfortable with your grief and the grief of others How to ACTUALLY comfort someone going through grief How to create again post-grief Our take on the difficulty of the human experience The TRUTH about hospice  How to build a relationship with someone after their passing How to the passing of loved ones can affect the creative process How to have a heart for addicts for what they suffer with What is Grief Induced Emotional Avalanche -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :) Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative    Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On The Guest: Today’s guest is Allison Kane or as her fans know her, “AK.” She is a self-produced indie singer, songwriter, and all-around entertainer. Known to many as the “First Lady of Hip-Rock,” she has been featured with artists such as Lil Wayne, Kodak Black, Tay Money, and many more. She amassed millions of streams on Spotify, has 6.8 million instagram followers AND 1.7 million on tiktok--she has successfully grown a HUGE following all without the help of a label. From this conversation you’ll learn: Why you MUST find and follow your own North Star How to build resilience around rejection Ways to confidently share your work Tips to become more fearless Hot to stop letting the word ‘no’ define you and the decisions you make How to develop your ear as a musician The power of being an indie artist How to manifest and rewire your reality How to own your power and speak up with more confidence -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)  Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative  Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Hi Creative Cutie🤗! Today you’ll hear an inspiring conversation with Sarah Sapora, an accomplished writer, motivational speaker, and creator of inclusive live events and retreats. Discover her groundbreaking book, ‘Soul Archaeology,’ where she guides you away from conventional before-and-after thinking towards self-growth through self-accountability, honesty, and compassion. From this episode, You'll Learn How to: Navigate and embrace mental breakdowns with acceptance. Distinguish between triggers and activation for personal empowerment. Embark on your soul archaeology journey and learn practical steps to begin your excavation. Craft a powerful "Self-Love" to-do list that nurtures your well-being. Cultivate resilience in the face of discomfort and challenges. Thrive through the chaos of the creative process with self-care strategies. Uncover the authentic truth about self-love and how to embody it fully. AND MORE! Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform. Don't forget to subscribe, follow, leave a review, and share the podcast with friends - your support amplifies our reach! Connect on Socials: Instagram: @unleashyourinnercreative Host: @LaurenLoGrasso Join the journey towards self-love, creativity, and personal growth. Your story matters! I believe in you 💗 Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Today’s guest is Sadia Azmat. She is a comedian, author, podcaster, and consultant who has broken the boundaries with her insightful humor, thought-provoking commentary, and infectious charm. Sadia recently co-created and presented the critically acclaimed BBC Sounds podcast ‘No Country for Young Women.’ By challenging the status quo through being a comedian and also with her background as a British Asian Muslim, she was inspired to write her book “Sex Bomb” which explores the complicated relationship between culture, religion, identity, and sexuality within the British Asian community.  From this conversation you’ll learn: How to balance being a multi passionate creative  How to find the courage to make rebellious choices  The connection between owning your sexuality and your creativity The weird messages we get on sex & how we start to undo those  How to balance your desires, specifically with being different and also belonging How to block out other people's judgment How to be Different AND find belonging What it feels like to be the first one to speak up in your family or culture The power of speaking up about your mental health The benefits of somatic healing -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)  Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative  Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unleashyourinnercreative/messageHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unleashyourinnercreative/message Have you ever felt alone?? Well I have good news for you: YOU AREN’T. Hi my creative cutie! I don’t think we need questions at the top here…All we need to say is ALIENS EXIST. I mean?! We are not alone. Today I’m going to be doing a solo episode about: Why finding out aliens are pretty much for sure real made me feel like I could do anything What to do when you get caught in your creative past How to get a mental software upgrade The TOP life and creative lessons I’ve learned since we last talked one on one Oh ALSO! There is a video episode for this! Check it out on Spotify or youtube, if you like Vid! So strap in and get excited for my inner monologue and my dusty mic!! -Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)  Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative  Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On The Guest:  Debra Silverman is an astrologer, psychotherapist, teacher, podcaster, and author of her book, The Missing Element. Over the past 45+ years of professional experience and private practice, Debra has specialized in helping thousands of individuals achieve emotional health and wisdom based on who they uniquely are. She specializes in guiding those who are going through major life changes, pain, and insecurity. Might I add, I HIGHLY recommend pulling out your birth chart for this episode and following along! From this conversation you’ll learn: How to build the courage to step out of “the norm” How astrology can help unleash our most true and authentic selves + What the birth chart tells us about our purpose More info four elements and how they play a key role in our lives and choice How to find your missing element What the midheaven is & how it’s related to career  How to find acceptance & Self-Love in your astrological chart How to practice deep peace A deep dive into your Saturn placement A mini live reading of MY chart! How to use your chart to gain more self-love, self-trust, and self-acceptance AND MORE! Vote for Unleash in the People’s Choice Podcast Awards: https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup  Remember to subscribe/follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. Please leave us a rating and review- it helps SO much in getting the show out there. And tell a friend about the show- podcasts are very personal and tend to be spread person to person. If this show helped you or made you smile, share the love :)  Get Deb’s Free Gift to Unleash Listeners: debrasilvermanastrology.com/freepodcastgift/ Find a copy of Debra’s book The Missing Element: Inspiring Compassion for the Human Condition here or wherever good books are found! https://debrasilvermanastrology.com/astrology-shop/  Follow the show @unleashyourinnercreative  Follow me @LaurenLoGrasso  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unleashyourinnercreative/messageHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.