The Complete Creative

What if a few simple words could completely shift how you approach your creative work? In this episode, success coach for creatives, Brie Stockwell, explores the power of mantras and how they can help anchor your practice with clarity and intention. She shares her personal morning mantra, “Something amazing is happening today,” and how it’s transformed her mindset—and her work.
 
You’ll hear how to create your own personalized mantra, why “positive” mantras sometimes fall flat, and how your words can help you move past resistance, fear, and perfectionism. Whether you’re preparing to create, transitioning between tasks, or navigating uncertainty, this episode is full of gentle, practical encouragement to help you show up with more ease and purpose.
 
In this episode, Brie covers:
How to create a mantra that supports your specific goals and energy
The neuroscience behind intentional thinking and creative flow
Why “Let it be light” helps calm resistance and welcome joy
Ways to use mantras during transitions, tough moments, and daily rituals
Examples of how mantras shape creativity, connection, and courage
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In episode 5, Brie Stockwell shares a powerful practice for creatives: collecting evidence of your own success. Drawing from neuroscience and her own photography journey, Brie explains how retraining your brain to focus on what’s working can increase confidence, reduce self-doubt, and boost creative momentum. She shares why our brains are wired to focus on the negative, how to work with that wiring (not against it), and the small but powerful ways we can begin to shift our attention toward the positive.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What negativity bias is and how it affects your creative work
Why noticing small wins leads to bigger success
How to train your reticular activating system to see what’s going right
Simple tools to build your “evidence collection” of wins
How this practice reduces stress and builds resilience
This isn’t about fluff or feel-good affirmations—it’s a practical, grounded approach to boosting your creative mindset with real data: your own wins.
Mentioned in the episode:
Deepak Chopra’s quote from The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
Atomic Habits by James Clear
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In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie Stockwell explores what it really takes to move from dreaming to doing. Whether it’s a passion project, a creative goal, or something deeply personal, you’ll learn how to stop overthinking, start taking action, and follow through—without letting perfectionism, fear, or overwhelm derail you.
 
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why so many creative ideas never get finished
How to use a “Someday Maybe” list to clear mental clutter
The 3-step process Brie uses to make projects real
What to do when resistance shows up mid-project
How to know if it’s time to pivot—or just keep going
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Your life is more than just your creative work—it’s a whole garden, full of relationships, rest, movement, and growth. In this episode of The Complete Creative, Brie Stockwell walks through what it means to tend to all the parts of your life with care and intention. You’ll discover how your body, your mindset, your routines, and even your downtime all contribute to the creative life you’re building—and how to spot what needs watering, weeding, or simply enjoying.
You’ll explore:
How to create from a place of balance, not burnout
Why your “soil” (your inner world) matters most
The value of intentional planting—vs. scattering seeds at random
What it means to truly enjoy the life you’re growing
The more you tend to your whole life, the more your creativity can flourish.
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In this episode of The Complete Creative, I (Brie!) share why walking isn’t just good for your body—it’s a powerhouse tool for your creative life. From problem-solving to inspiration and nervous system resets, I break down four types of intentional walks that help unlock clarity, spark new ideas, and calm your mind.
Also, a little behind-the-scenes moment: this episode is a re-record. A technical glitch reminded me (again) that imperfection is part of the creative process. So I went for a walk… and came back clearer and more inspired than before.
What you’ll hear about:
A story of imperfection and a tech hiccup that led to a better episode
Why creatives like Virginia Woolf, Maya Angelou, and even Steve Jobs used walking to fuel their work
The 4 types of creative walks:
• The Problem-Solving Walk
• The Inspiration Walk
• The Clarity Walk
• The Preparatory Walk
How to be more intentional before, during, and after your walk
Acknowledgment for those with mobility challenges and how to adapt walking benefits
What to do after your walk to make sure the ideas stick
 
If this episode resonates with you, you’re invited to schedule a free Clarity Call with me. We’ll talk about what’s next in your creative life and how to move forward with more energy and alignment.
 
And hey—if you’re listening while walking, that's awesome. Just remember, some of the best ideas happen when your headphones are off and you can hear the wind in your ears.
 
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Welcome to the very first public episode of The Complete Creative! I’m Brie Stockwell—creative coach, photographer, musician, adventurer, and mom—and this podcast is where we ditch perfection, embrace the messy middle, and learn to create satisfying, extraordinary lives on our own terms.
 
In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind launching this podcast (again), why I chose to re-record my intro without a script, and what it means to create before you feel ready. I also open up about the emotional rollercoaster of preparing to sell our beloved home in Texas, what it’s revealing about grief, stress, and the power of breathing, walking, and self-compassion. Spoiler: I had a full-blown meltdown—and I’m telling you why that moment taught me more than any polished plan ever could.
 
If you’re navigating a big shift or trying to create something that really matters to you, this one’s for you.
 
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