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I Was Just Thinking

Podcast by Liina Turtonen

English

Culture & leisure

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I Was Just Thinking – with Liina Turtonen – is a podcast for all kinds of creatives and artists, or just someone trying to bring more creativity into your life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, doubted yourself, or wondered if you’re “good enough” to create, this is for you. This isn’t a polished, scripted show. It’s raw, unfiltered, and real... because creativity isn’t perfect, and neither am I. I’ll share my own insecurities, messy thoughts, and humor as I reflect on the ups and downs of the creative process, perfectionism, burnout, and everything that comes with trying to live a creative life. Think of me as a friend you can hang out with, a reminder that you’re not alone in these feelings. As a creative coach, artist, producer, educator, and author of Creative Confidence and Music Production, I’ve spent years helping people on my Patreon, YouTube channel (LNA Does Audio Stuff), and beyond. Now, I’m bringing those honest, vulnerable conversations here. And I’m not doing it alone. This podcast includes letters and voice notes from fellow creatives, adding real perspectives on creative mindset, identity, and the daily emotional work behind making art. New episodes will be released every Wednesday until the end of the season. Want to be part of the discussion? Send me a voice note or a letter on Instagram @LiinaThinks, and let’s explore the weird, wonderful world of creativity together. In this space, there is no failure in creativity.

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15 episodes

episode EP 14: How to Show Up on Low-Energy Days – Productivity As Creative artwork

EP 14: How to Show Up on Low-Energy Days – Productivity As Creative

The last episode of the first season of this podcast. What do you do when you want to create but just… don’t have the energy? This episode is about those low-motivation days where the pressure to produce meets your very human need to rest. Whether you’re juggling jobs, dealing with burnout, or simply exhausted, this episode gives you permission to be a creative even when you’re tired. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram & TikTok: @LiinaThinks Coaching, Book, Freebies and More: https://www.creative-confidence.com/ [https://www.creative-confidence.com/] #CreativeConfidence #ArtisticMindset #IWasJustThinking #PodcastForCreatives #LiinaThinks #PodcastForArtists

10 Sep 2025 - 29 min
episode EP 12: The Comparison Trap – When Other People’s Wins Shrink Yours artwork

EP 12: The Comparison Trap – When Other People’s Wins Shrink Yours

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most common creative blocks: comparison. Why do other people’s wins sometimes make us feel smaller? Why does it feel like there’s never enough room for everyone to succeed? And how can we stop spiraling when we see someone doing what we wish we were doing? Whether you’re a musician, artist, writer, or any kind of creator, this episode offers a grounded conversation on comparison culture and how to stay rooted in your own path.  Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram & TikTok: @LiinaThinks Coaching, Book, Freebies and More: https://www.creative-confidence.com/ [https://www.creative-confidence.com/] #CreativeConfidence #ArtisticMindset #IWasJustThinking #PodcastForCreatives #LiinaThinks #PodcastForArtists

27 Aug 2025 - 29 min
episode EP 11: “When feedback hurts” – Handling Criticism as a Creative artwork

EP 11: “When feedback hurts” – Handling Criticism as a Creative

Why does feedback sometimes feel like rejection? Why do certain comments echo in our heads for years? In this episode, I open up about the emotional side of receiving criticism as a creative. I talk about a rule I’ve set in my Patreon community—no unsolicited feedback—and why it’s helped artists feel safe to share. I also reflect on how a comment I received in my early 20s changed the course of my artistic identity. This is for anyone who’s ever made something they loved, only to question it after hearing someone else’s opinion. You’re not too sensitive. You’re just human. New episodes every Wednesday. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram & TikTok: @LiinaThinks Coaching, Book, Freebies and More: https://www.creative-confidence.com/ [https://www.creative-confidence.com/]   #CreativeConfidence #ArtisticMindset #IWasJustThinking #PodcastForCreatives #LiinaThinks #PodcastForArtists

20 Aug 2025 - 29 min
episode EP 10: “No one cares, so why try?” – Making Art Without an Audience (yet) artwork

EP 10: “No one cares, so why try?” – Making Art Without an Audience (yet)

So, I was just thinking... What do you do when it feels like no one is paying attention to your art? In this episode of I Was Just Thinking, I talk about the quiet years—when you're putting everything into your work, and no one seems to notice. I share my personal stories from early YouTube days, the heartbreak of low stats, and what I’ve learned about staying motivated even when the audience hasn’t arrived yet. If you’ve ever felt like you’re creating into a void, this one’s for you. Instagram & TikTok: @LiinaThinks Coaching, Book, Freebies and More: https://www.creative-confidence.com/ [https://www.creative-confidence.com/]   #CreativeConfidence #ArtisticMindset #IWasJustThinking #PodcastForCreatives #LiinaThinks #PodcastForArtists

13 Aug 2025 - 26 min
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