The Complete Creative

A message of rebellion for the creative who’s tired of performing productivity.
If you’re always dreaming, building, and brainstorming — but feel weighed down we'll explore:
How to recognize when you’re turning creativity into a performance
The signs of internalized pressure to monetize everything
A simple 4-step guide to recalibrate when a new idea lands
Why discernment — not default action — is key to creative alignment
How to know if an idea wants to be shared, explored, or sold
Why your “someday/maybe” list can be a powerful creative ally (listen to the episode on idea overwhelm for more on this)
How your human design type might influence your idea response
 
Mentioned:
Episode - When Ideas Land: Create, Capture, or Let Them Go? 
Human Design free chart generator
Focus & Flow — a 30 day experience to help you notice what’s draining you, recalibrate your energy, and re-align with creative momentum.
This episode offers a reset for your creative rhythm — so you can return to making for pure pleasure without the pressure.
 
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How to work with me:
Focus & Flow - 30 days to reclaim creative energy
Private Coaching - a custom coaching experience with Brie for the success you want in life & business without sacrificing what matters most.

Being seen as a creative isn’t about performance or perfection — it’s about presence. In this episode, I share the real work of creative visibility: why it feels vulnerable, how to meet your edges with love, and what it means to show up fully as yourself.
 
Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
What “high-level hiding” looks like (and how to spot it in your own work)
Why visibility always feels vulnerable — and why that’s not a problem
Practices for meeting your edges with love instead of judgment
How to build inner safety that fuels creative resilience
Why visibility isn’t exposure, but devotion to expression
Inside the episode, you’ll also find:
A spicy callback to my earlier thoughts on imposter syndrome
A powerful insight from my own coach that shifted how I see visibility
And a simple journaling prompt you can use right now to explore your own edges of being seen
 
Closing:
The truth is, the world is better when you show up fully as you. The art of being seen isn’t about being louder or perfect — it’s about being real.
Listen to my earlier episode on Imposter Syndrome .
Connect with my coach Amber Smith on Instagram.
 
Check out past episodes, blog posts and more at https://creativemindscoach.com/complete-creative-podcast/
 
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How to work with me:
Focus & Flow - 30 days to reclaim creative energy
Private Coaching - a custom experience for the success you want in life & business

What if being a little delusional is exactly what you need to make the impossible happen?
 
In this guest episode of The Complete Creative, Brie chats with artist, Hannah Sucsy, for a powerful conversation on why rationality might be the very thing holding you back. They uncover how intentionally choosing to believe in impossible outcomes can actually rewire your mindset and open up space for new creative possibilities.
 
This episode is part permission slip, part mindset shift—and 100% fuel for your next "impossible" move.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why believing in impossible goals on purpose is a creative superpower
How to use “delusional” thinking to create psychological momentum
What recording your wins really does for your confidence
The science behind belief, attention, and progress
Why resistance isn’t a signal to stop—it’s a signal to double down
 
Connect with Hannah:
🔗 Website: https://www.teascarlet.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teascarlet_creates/
 
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Welcome to The Complete Creative! I’m Brie Stockwell, life & business coach for creative visionaries, entrepreneurs, and innovators who want to achieve success without sacrificing their energy, joy, relationships, peace, or vision. This podcast is about wholeness—about building a life and business that feel aligned, sustainable, and fulfilling. Each week, you’ll get stories, coaching insights, and practical strategies to help you overcome creative blocks, stay focused, find your flow, and bring your ideas into reality with clarity and confidence. If you’re ready to explore where intuition meets strategy—and where the woo meets the what-to-do—this podcast is for you. Follow The Complete Creative so you never miss an episode. Want deeper support? I work with clients 1:1 to design success that feels as good as it looks—without burnout or compromise. Learn more at https://creativemindscoach.com/private-coaching/

Ever wonder what it would feel like to wake up tomorrow already living your ideal life? In this episode of The Complete Creative, I guide you through a powerful visualization exercise designed to help you picture—and actually feel—what true balance and alignment look like.
 
We’ll explore:
Why balance doesn’t mean “doing it all”—it means focusing on what matters most
How to recognize what drains your energy vs. what fuels your creativity
The small daily choices that create big shifts in flow and fulfillment
A simple visualization practice to reset your mindset and reconnect with your vision
 
By the end, you’ll have more than just a pretty daydream—you’ll walk away with an action-inspiring vision for your ideal, aligned life.
 
Want help putting this into practice? Check out my Focus and Flow program, where you’ll get access to my Energy Audit GPT plus 30 days of coaching-in-your-pocket. Or, if you’re ready for deeper transformation, let's work together 1:1—we’ll bring your ideal life into reality, together. 
 
If you’re interested in exploring how I can help you, book a Clarity Call HERE
Check out past episodes, blog posts and more at https://creativemindscoach.com/complete-creative-podcast/
 
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Do you ever feel like your creativity just…vanished? Like every idea floated out the window and you’re staring down a creative block you can’t move past?
 
In this episode, Brie breaks down the myth of the creative block—and shares a refreshing perspective on what’s really going on when you feel stuck. Spoiler: it might not be a block at all. It might be an invitation.
 
Highlights:
How to recognize the difference between a true block and simple resistance
Subtle signals that show you’re forcing your work—and how to shift out of that
What “flow” actually feels like (and how to get there)
Creative tools to interrupt the perfectionism spiral
Simple tactics like walks, play, and tiny shifts that can spark movement again
 
Feeling blocked doesn’t mean you’re out of ideas—it might mean there’s something new waiting to emerge.
Mentioned in this episode:
Play with Zentangle.
Learn more about my private 1:1 coaching experience where we create your unique vision of success in life & business together: https://creativemindscoach.com/private-coaching/
Want something lighter but powerful? Join my Creative Walks Club—a 2-week experience of guided prompts and intentional movement to shift your energy and spark new ideas. Starts September 1st! https://creativemindscoach.com/creative-walks-club/
If you’re interested in exploring how I can help you, book a Clarity Call HERE
Check out past episodes, blog posts and more at https://creativemindscoach.com/complete-creative-podcast/
 
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If your creative spark has been feeling dim, the issue may not be time — it might be energy leaks. In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie walks you through her Energy Audit, a simple yet powerful practice for spotting where your energy is draining and how to shift it back into alignment.
 
You’ll explore five key life domains that impact your creative energy, uncover hidden leaks, and learn how to make intentional changes without overwhelm. This isn’t about overhauling your life overnight — it’s about noticing, adjusting, and allowing more energy to flow into what matters most.
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The five life domains where energy naturally flows — or drains
How to recognize “energy leak” cues before they burn you out
Why attention and intention are your most valuable tools for change
Practical examples of quick shifts that restore energy
How to use these insights to create more focus, flow, and creativity
If you’re ready to take this work deeper and get personal support while creating lasting change, join me in my Focus & Flow Coaching Experience — including access to my full Energy Audit & Guide GPT. Learn more at creativemindscoach.com/focusandflow.
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Listen to Episode 1 to hear more about the start of the podcast.
 
Want more? Check out past episodes, blog posts and more at https://creativemindscoach.com/complete-creative-podcast/
 
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What if everything you’ve believed about imposter syndrome isn't true? In this episode, Brie Stockwell shares a spicy opinion: imposter syndrome isn’t real—and the discomfort you’re feeling?
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why “imposter syndrome” isn’t a syndrome at all
The surprising origin of the term and how it spread
A nature-based metaphor to understand creative discomfort
What’s actually happening when you’re on the edge of growth
How to reframe doubt as creative risk, curiosity, or identity evolution
Why you don’t need to feel “ready” to belong
Whether you’re launching something new, raising your prices, or just showing up fully as yourself—this episode will remind you that you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.
 
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a flood of ideas, unsure which ones to act on—or afraid they’ll vanish if you don’t move fast enough? In this episode, Brie shares how she shifted from creative urgency to intentional flow, learning to honor ideas without letting them take over.
 
Brie walks through her personal system for capturing inspiration, why not all ideas deserve your energy, and how to decide when it’s time to bring one to life. Whether you’re overflowing with ideas or wondering where they’ve all gone, this episode offers a refreshing, grounded way to relate to your creative sparks.
You’ll hear about:
Why honoring ideas matters more than acting on all of them
How Brie uses a “someday maybe” list to reduce energetic clutter
When to tune in—and when to tune out
What to do when you feel like the ideas aren’t coming
Simple tools to capture inspiration your way (hello, sticky notes!)
Questions to help you decide which idea to pursue next
This conversation is a love letter to the creative mind—and a reminder that not every idea has to become a project.
Mentioned in this episode:
Episode 2: Walking for Creatives: Boost Clarity, Calm, and Flow
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In this episode, Brie shares how the simple practice of gratitude can completely shift your energy—and your creative process. As she preps for a big move and heads out on vacation, she reflects on what it means to be in “the having” and how that mindset has helped her find clarity, calm, and joy in the middle of uncertainty.
 
This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is fine. It’s about seeing what’s already working, appreciating what you’ve got, and using that awareness to stay grounded in your work and life.
 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How gratitude reduces stress, perfectionism, and self-doubt
Why being in “the having” can improve creativity and even sleep
Simple ways to bring gratitude into your daily and creative routines
What to do when your energy dips or comparison creeps in
How to reconnect with what you love—even during a lull
 
Mentioned in this episode:
The Having by Suh Yoon Lee
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy
 
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