Episode Summary:

In this follow up show to Episode 26, Kelly and Nadine interview Denise Christensen Ray, a creative wellness coach. Denise shares her personal journey of rediscovering the importance of play and creativity in her life. She discusses how she overcame perfectionism and burnout by blending planning and creativity together. Denise emphasizes the need to make time for creativity and play, as it can lead to a happier and more peaceful life. She also provides practical tips for incorporating playfulness into daily responsibilities and shares examples of creative snacks that can be easily incorporated into one's routine.

About The Guest:

Denise Christenson Rae is the founder of Creative Calm Studio and the host of The Creative Calm Podcast which is built on the three pillars of rest, creativity and play. Denise is a life coach and creative wellness guide. She is also a mom of 4 and a special education teacher who fits in creative self-care in the midst of it all. Although Denise wears many hats, she is able to find a flexible balance in her roles because she has learned to incorporate planning and play together. She holds the belief that the world would a much happier and peaceful place if everyone tapped into their creative and playful sides more often.

Key Takeaways:

• Creativity and play are essential for a balanced and fulfilling life.

• The benefits of incorporating play into daily responsibilities and routines.

• Play can help reduce anxiety and promote overall well-being.

• How to turn the things we “have to do” into things that are actually enjoyable.

• Try Denise’s short and simple creative snacks as easy ways to insert a little fun into your busy life.

• Water represents flow and surrender, which are important aspects of creativity and play.

Noteable Quotes:

"The world would be a much happier and peaceful place if everyone tapped into their creative and playful sides more often." - DCR

"Play can help process emotions and reduce anxiety." - DCR

Playful resources from Denise:

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Website

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