Unlock Your Creative Potential: A Conversation with Dr. Yanina Gomez on Today’s Working Artist
We are kicking off Season 9 of the Artists Next Level Podcast with a powerful conversation with Dr. Yanina Gomez, author of the groundbreaking new book, Today’s Working Artist: Weekly Mindful Reflections to Awaken Your Potential.
As artists, we often focus on creating beautiful work, but we sometimes forget to take care of the most important tool in our creative process: ourselves. Dr. Yanina’s book is a refreshing guide to maintaining a balanced mindset, emotional wellbeing, and finding the clarity you need to thrive in your art career. In this episode, we dive into why a weekly reflection book is a game-changer for artists and how it can support you in your day-to-day creative journey.
Why Today’s Working Artist?
In our chat, Dr. Yanina and I discuss how Today’s Working Artist stands out from other books on creativity and mindfulness. Unlike traditional books, which can be long reads that require a big time commitment, this book offers weekly reflections that are short, impactf...
Brush Off & Rise Up: Reframing Rejection as an Artist
Let’s talk about something that’s as common in the art world as paint on a canvas – REJECTION. Even the word sounds a bit harsh, doesn’t it? But here's the deal: rejection is like those pesky sidekicks we never asked for, but they still tag along. So, how do you as an artist can dodge the daggers of rejection without losing your motivation? Buckle up, because we’re going on a roller coaster ride of emotions and learning how to get off feeling unbeaten!
1. First things first: It’s not YOU! ❣️
Listen up. A rejection doesn’t mean you're the human equivalent of a wilted flower. It just means that your piece wasn’t the right fit for that particular opportunity. Maybe the timing was off, or perhaps they were looking for something else. Don't tie your self-worth to acceptance or rejection. You are more than that - don't forget that!Â
2. Build Your Tribe 🌟
Do you know what makes dealing with rejection easier? Having a bunch of cool cats around who get what you’re going through. Surround yo...