Joy : My new Creative Director
A short story from my work this week that led me to appointing a new Creative Director in my business… • • • Yesterday, I had an article to write about creativity and careers, something I’d committed to a while ago, but hadn’t got around to doing....
2 words that will help you enjoy more clarity, confidence and calm
Do you ever feel stuck in confusion about what to do next? Do you ever find yourself wondering whose advice to follow? Do you ever feel overwhelmed with so many options, strategies, tactics or paths that you don’t move forward with any of them? This used to be...
What do you need to teach?
I’d like to share with you a recent epiphany – in case it helps you with whatever is your biggest challenge at the moment… You may know I have been studying the creative process and the principles of human potential for over 25 years. Why? Well, one...What is dharma?
What does the word dharma mean? This beautiful concept of dharma is my current obsession – but what does dharma actually mean? Dharma is an ancient Sanskrit term with a variety of definitions. These include ‘right way of living’ (Hinduism), ‘cosmic law and...Introducing…Calmfidence. (And how to find it.)
If you’ve been with me for a while, you’ve probably noticed that I love making up words. And today I’d like to introduce you to my latest new word: Calmfidence. Can you guess what it means?! I was looking for a word to describe that...
My 3 favourite Deepak Chopra audiobooks for success, affluence & happiness
3 short reviews of my much-loved + much-listened-to audiobooks by Deepak Chopra.
Be Kind & Prosper teal mug (inspired by The Diamond Cutter)
I designed this work as a reminder that Love and Business can go together beautifully.
My tip to overcome procrastination : Theta Healing
Need to overcome procrastination in your creative adventures? My top tip is a new energy healing modality called Theta Healing…
The Joy of Dharma – for creatives
The Joy of Dharma – my homage to this beautiful concept, where it has led me so far and an exciting vision for your creative dharma.
How? Somehow. (The magic of believing as a creative power)
Harness the magic of believing. (It really is a creative superpower!) Possibility Reminder for Visionaries, Creatives & Big Dreamers 407mm x 407mm Framed Print Available to buy on Redbubble.com BUY NOW Magic happens when you swap How? for Somehow… Try it!...
Be Kind & Prosper teal throw cushion (inspired by The Diamond Cutter)
I designed this teal cushion as a reminder that Love and Business can go together beautifully. (Inspired by The Diamond Cutter by Geshe Michael Roach & Lama Christie McNally.)
Reduce worry and overwhelm; have a Scarlett O’Hara Moment…
Flashback to 2010… Today’s post is inspired by an idea from my early blogging days – when my focus was how to stay serene (or at last sane) if you were an undomestic goddess with a home to keep. It’s a tip from my first blog, Make Peace With...
The Rudder Board – my remedy for choice overwhelm and decision fatigue
The day we moved house last year, my husband asked me a simple question: “Which cupboard shall we keep plates in?” Seems like an easy enough question. But I couldn’t answer him. I just couldn’t get my brain to click into decision-making mode. After the...
My unusual remedy for creative overwhelm
If you’ve been with me for a while, hopefully I’ve helped you access the source of your inspiration and unleash your innate creativity. So if you’re now on great terms with your muse, you may be familiar with a new level of creative challenge… Creative...
Teaching writers to fish… (Self coaching for writers)
Inspired by the saying: teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime, I wondered what if I could teach writers a series of self coaching skills…?
My Ode to Workflowy + 5 Tips for the Over-Inspired Creative
My heart-felt Ode to the Workflowy task management app.
Plus 5 Overwhelm-blasting Tips for the Over-Inspired Creative.
Creativity & writing tips for bloggers
A few of my favourite creativity coaching techniques – especially for my fellow bloggers.
The All-Year Resolution: Intention vs Force
It’s New Year time again. I love the energy and optimism of this time of year. We’re so hopeful for the future, we’re determined to improve things, to live better, to be better, to finally do those things we’ve been saying we will do....
Resilience – A Creative Superpower
A little (big) magical something for you this week!
I’ve got another dose of soul-soothing creative goodness, and for one lucky winner, I’ve also got a copy of the book where I found it.
And that’s especially good news because this week’s featured read is…
The Power of Whim and Fancy : Creativity Lessons from Life
How to harness the creative power of whim and fancy – because there’s less need for discipline and will power when you feel naturally inspired to do a task.
Creative Faith: How to Dodge that Pesky Demon of Doubt.
Given that faith is an inescapable part of the creative mix… are there any ways to make ‘keeping the faith’ a little bit easier?
Old year lessons for a happier new you.
• • • It’s New Year time again, a time for that lovely reflective vibe that seems to hit as soon as Christmas is over. I love this time of year – it seems to demand a welcome pause in the busy mayhem of life, as we transition from one year to the next....
3 meaningful reasons marketing is good for creativity
It’s time for another pearl of inspired wisdom from my creativity quotes series.
But before we get to it, I have a question for you…
Have you ever read something that made you sigh with relief?
My self-publishing adventures: Q+A
When I launched my ebook From Wannabe to Writer earlier this year, I held a Facebook Q&A event and I thought it would be helpful to compile the answers from that, as well as answers to reader questions I’ve received over the last few months. Hopefully it...
HI! I'M DANIELLE
I'm a writer, designer + creativity coach.
I've been studying inspiration and the creative process for over 2 decades. (#obssessed)
And now I 1000% believe that healthy, joyful creative expression is essential for true happiness and success.
But, as any creative knows - it's not always an easy path.
So this is where I share what I've learned about finding more flow, more fulfilment and more joy along the way.
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