ep. 81 Lisa Wagner - Permission to Create: Why Your Creativity Matters in Tough Times
Creative GeniusShow Notes
In this deeply resonant episode of The Creative Genius Podcast, Kate Shepherd sits down with intuitive painter Lisa Wagner to explore the transformative power of creativity in times of grief and healing. Lisa shares her inspiring journey from an accounting career to becoming a celebrated intuitive artist. Together, they discuss overcoming fear, reconnecting with intuition, and the vital role of creative expression in processing emotions and building resilience. They also delve into embracing imperfection, rediscovering one’s creative spark, and the importance of community support for personal and artistic growth.
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