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What is an Anti-Creative Mindset?

What is an Anti-Creative Mindset?

by Carrie Brummer | Develop Your Unique Artist Voice

Often we are told that our desire to be creative is unimportant, or less valuable than other obligations and responsibilities in our lives. Through dialogue or omission, most people I know have faced someone spouting “would-be advice” to maintain the status quo....
Navigate your Naysayers

Navigate your Naysayers

by Carrie Brummer | Develop Your Unique Artist Voice

Today I want to talk about acknowledging your creative interests. But, first, let’s start with a small exercise. I am good enough. Go ahead. Say it out loud. Even better, look in the mirror while you say it. I am good enough. Ready for the next one? I deserve...
You Can Face The Naysayers And Embrace Your Dreams

You Can Face The Naysayers And Embrace Your Dreams

by Carrie Brummer | Develop Your Unique Artist Voice

I’ve had a bit of a wake up call, a reminder of sorts, if you will. A friend went through something extremely difficult and I was fortunate that I could be by her side. It meant taking time away from my creative goals and dreams, but as we all know when a loved one...

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