#22 Abandoning Your Art & Power for Romantic Validation

#22 Abandoning Your Art & Power for Romantic Validation

In this episode, I’m discussing the ultimate creative saboteur: the soul-crushing quest for romantic validation. Inspired by a viral TikTok and a dream I had, I’m diving deep into how women have been culturally programmed to trade their paintbrushes, pens, and power for the slim chance of being "chosen" by someone who wouldn't think twice about sacrificing their own dreams. Forget the tired narrative of waiting to be saved – this is about saving yourself, one creative act at a time. We'll shatter the illusion that your worth is determined by your relationship status and reveal the radical truth: your art, your vision, and your voice are the real superpowers. So join me as we explore limerence, patriarchal mind games, and why your unwritten novel, unfinished painting, or unrealized dream is worth more than any mediocre relationship. Get full access to Writing Through with Brittni Kirkpatrick at brittni.substack.com/subscribe [https://brittni.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

#21 What I’m Taking from My Villain Era

Join me for today’s episode where I explore the transformative power of embracing our inner “villain.” In this episode, I talk about what pushed me into my villain era, the chaos that comes with stepping into our darker sides, how it shaped my new identity, and the valuable lessons I learned along the way. From breaking societal norms to reclaiming my power, I discuss the beauty of necessary chaos and the strength found in burning old lives to the ground. Tune in for a powerful conversation that celebrates personal growth and liberation! Get full access to Writing Through with Brittni Kirkpatrick at brittni.substack.com/subscribe [https://brittni.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

#20 Back to College at 35

Making the decision to return to school and finish my degree was easy. Having to stay organized long enough to maintain all A’s is a different story. Join me in today’s episode while I discuss returning to college at 35, why I switched from Psychology to Finance, and how giving myself permission to pivot in my 30s has been the best gift I could have given myself. Get full access to Writing Through with Brittni Kirkpatrick at brittni.substack.com/subscribe [https://brittni.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

#19 The Summer Roster Project

To roster or not to roster, that is the question. In today’s episode, I was in silly, goofy mood and decided to discuss my experience with dating multiple people over the summer. I discuss the pros and cons, what I learned, what I liked and disliked, and the reason behind my decision to not date for the foreseeable future. Get full access to Writing Through with Brittni Kirkpatrick at brittni.substack.com/subscribe [https://brittni.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

#18 The Art of the Pivot & Starting Over

No matter how old you are or where you’ve found yourself, it’s never too late to take your learned experiences and decide to write a new story for your life. In today’s episode, I discuss the gift of being able to start over and the art of the pivot. Get full access to Writing Through with Brittni Kirkpatrick at brittni.substack.com/subscribe [https://brittni.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]