Off The Hamster Wheel

Deeper Meaning, ADHD, and Witchcraft: Unlocking Creative Sovereignty

Unlocking Your Creative Sovereignty: From Religion to Intuition   In this empowering episode of the Creative Grind Podcast, host Amy dives into her recent deep-dive into the intertwined worlds of human creativity, spirituality, and trauma healing. Sharing her personal journey from religious trauma to embracing her intuitive creativity, Amy explores how letting go of external meaning-making can lead to true personal and artistic sovereignty. Plus, she highlights the transformative power of finishing creative projects and how everyday rituals can become acts of personal intuition and empowerment. Ideal for those feeling burned out by traditional spirituality and seeking a more self-aligned creative path.   00:00 Welcome to the Creative Grind Podcast 00:47 Exploring Human Creativity and Trauma Healing 02:37 Religion, Witchcraft, and Personal Meaning 03:46 Nicki Minaj: A Model of Intentional Living 06:03 The Impact of Institutions on Personal Sovereignty 07:53 Intuition, Premonitions, and Personal Struggles 13:02 The Creative Process and Self-Discovery 19:07 The Historical Context of Women's Intuition 25:05 Practical Tips for Creative Fulfillment 26:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative [http://www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative] (freebies in bio!)

When ‘Vibes’ Replace Value: Why High-Ticket Courses Are Crumbling

Have you heard online business gurus tell you to "be the niche" and "get paid to talk about whatever you want?" In this episode I break down why that isn't working: expensive courses that sell ‘vibes’ instead of real, tested strategy are losing traction FAST. I compare creators whose businesses are crumbling with those who have scaled by turning one-on-one work into courses. Sorrynotsorry to everyone who thought I was going to tell you that it's ok to "be the niche" Highlights include why relevance comes from working with real clients, the power of clear processes over self-focused marketing, and practical advice for creative entrepreneurs (especially creators moving from Etsy to having their own website!). Freebies/work with me: www.amylollis.com [http://www.amylollis.com] Connect on Insta: www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative [http://www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative] Regenerative Business: www.thedirtyalchemy.com [http://www.thedirtyalchemy.com]

I Won't Abandon Quilting: Why Coaches Must Keep Doing the Work

In this episode (recorded from the car during football practice) I explain why I'm staying rooted in the quilting industry while branching into business coaching, and why coaches need to keep doing the work they teach to stay relevant. I share the story of building my first course, how moving from patterns to courses transformed my business, my focus on coaching solo creative entrepreneurs, and upcoming web design training to help makers launch and grow without burning out.   My Instagram: www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative [http://www.instagram.com/amylolliscreative]   Grab my freebies: www.amylollis.com/freebies [http://www.amylollis.com/freebies]