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Jan Gutowski10/8/23 It's Sunday night, and as I anticipate getting back into the work routine for the week, I wanted to squeeze in one last little creative project for the weekend. I had seen "Ghost in a Bottle" crafts before, and I always wanted to try them using sculpting clay instead of cloth. It is... Continue Reading →
By Jan GutowskiMay 21, 2023 I am just over one year into a new career, and I have been asked if I have spent any time looking back on my previous career situation. The answer is, yes I have! I learned some important things. First, I still feel so much gratitude for the wonderful growth... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachApril 1, 2022 When life changes come about, depending on whether they are planned or not, the result is often a feeling of discomfort in leaving behind a groove we had been living in - or, more pointedly, feeling like you've been bitch-slapped by the Universe! This past week, I had... Continue Reading →
Inspired by The Haunting of Hill House, this phrase resonated with me, and I just had to make some art about it! By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach In one of the Haunting episodes, young Nell finds an old tea set which had belonged to a previous resident of Hill House; and Mrs. Dudley explains its... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach A cuppa coffee, and a cuppa inspiration! Good morning! Taking an occasional break from the corporate hamster wheel to reconnect with those in your awesome-ness tribe should always be a priority! This is definitely one of the best ways to clear away the mental sludge from the work week which... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach Did anyone else hit a brick wall this week? When stress levels are high, often creative block follows. In these times, we are often forced to take time out to re-evaluate, re-establish and reconnect with our creative energy. This sometimes includes taking a deep breath, letting it out, (repeat) and... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachFebruary 21. 2021 So this question might be a head-scratcher for some, since many of us envision a different scenario than the one we presently reside in. The reason this question is so important is because the dream journey is an ongoing one. We rarely hit a "finish line" where all... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity CoachFebruary 9, 2021 Oh boy, did I ever need some creative therapy time this week! Isn't it funny how we can be feeling all about it one week, and then dive in head-first into a low-vibe sewage trench the next? I guess being able to identify our individual triggers is the... Continue Reading →
By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach So many of us are still reeling from the craziness of 2020; so as we reflect on the things we have lost (or gained) over the course of the past year, it is important to remember the power of gratitude for even the smallest accomplishments, joys or learnings. This year... Continue Reading →
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