Unleash Your Inner Creative With Lauren Lograsso

Are you constantly funding your own creative projects and ending up depleted, disappointed, or broke?In this minisode, I share one of the most powerful lessons I ever learned while coaching a multimillionaire: rich people do not spend their own money to launch new projects. They find sponsors, investors, patrons, and partners.So why are artists and indie creators doing the opposite?In this episode, we talk about:- Why self-funding your art can create resentment and burnout-How to stop being your own investor-Where to look for funding including sponsors, grants, corporations, nonprofits, and angel investors-Why artists used to have patrons and why that model still works-How to adopt an abundance mindset without going into debtIf you’ve ever drained your savings for your art, this episode is your wake-up call. You deserve funding. You deserve support. And you do not have to go broke to create.

What if the story we’ve been telling artists is wrong? What if you don’t actually have to choose between financial stability and the thing you love most?In this episode, I sit down with actor turned entrepreneur Sarah Kleist to talk about the toxic myth of the “starving artist” and why performers are uniquely equipped to build creative businesses that support their art instead of competing with it.Sarah is a musical theater performer living in New York City who also runs a thriving web design and branding business for creatives. She shares how she built financial stability without walking away from her artistic identity and why being multi-passionate is not a weakness, but a strategic advantage.We talk about:-Why the “if you can do anything else, do that instead” advice is harmful-The powerful skills actors and performers already have that businesses are desperate for-How to rewrite your money story as a creative-Why financial stability can make you a better artist, not a worse one-Practical ways to start thi

I tried to record a normal episode today. I couldn’t. I sat down to talk about creativity like I usually do, and instead I found myself overwhelmed, heartbroken, and honestly… empty. In this episode, I share what it feels like to be a creative person living in America right now when the news feels unbearable, when your emotions are so full they leave you feeling blank, and when you’re wondering:What is even worth creating at a time like this?How are we supposed to go about daily life?This is a raw, unscripted reflection on creative paralysis, collective grief, human rights, and the cruelty happening around us, including the actions of ICE and the fear, harm, and devastation our communities are experiencing.I talk about:-Small ways to stay creative and human when you feel helpless-Creative burnout from current events and how to move through it -How to alchemize pain into purpose-The role of artists, makers, and storytellers during hard times-Why this moment is not a political issue, but rather, a human rights

What if the way you learned to love, connect, and succeed wasn’t actually you, but survival strategies you picked up as a kid?In this episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, I sit down with Beá Victoria Albina, somatic experiencing practitioner and author of Emotional Outsourcing, to explore how people pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional over-responsibility quietly block creativity, self-trust, and authentic expression.We talk about what emotional outsourcing really is, how it develops in childhood, and how it shows up in our relationships, work, decision-making, and creative lives. We also explore how healing your nervous system and attachment wounds can help you reconnect with your voice and come home to yourself.This conversation is especially vulnerable for me. Bea even guides me through a live somatic practice to help release shame, and as you listen, I hope you can do the same. In this episode, you’ll learn:-What emotional outsourcing is and why it develops-How people pleasing and perfectionism disco

Do you have big goals for 2026 but aren’t sure where to start or how to actually follow through?In this solo episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, I’m sharing practical and emotional strategies for goal setting in 2026, especially if you want to go after your dreams in a way that feels doable and sustainable.This isn’t about hustling harder or burning yourself out. It’s about getting honest about what’s been holding you back, aligning your daily actions with what you truly want, and breaking big goals into smaller steps you can realistically follow through on.I walk you through how to assess past goals, identify where you have more control than you think, and create a clear action plan that supports your dreams. I also share what I call microdosing courage, taking small steps that build momentum, confidence, and self-trust over time. We also touch on the emotional side of goal setting, including worthiness, limiting beliefs, asking for help, and healing creative wounds that can quietly block progress.You’ll

Today’s guest is Kim Gravel. Kim is an entrepreneur, tv personality, public speaker, podcaster and industry leader. Most of all Kim has a passion for people and seeing them rise.Her authentic, common-sense style has resulted in Kim being one of the most booked guests on The Steve Harvey Show and starring in the hit docuseries, “Kim of Queens,” and partnering with retail giant QVC to launch her highly successful apparel line, Belle by Kim Gravel®, and the Belle Beauty® cosmetic line. She also has an awesome podcast called The Kim Gravel show! I will be on it next week! Be sure to check it out on QVC Plus, or wherever you get your pods! This is a great conversation about creativity and purpose!From this conversation you’ll learn:-Kim’s theory on purpose and how to find yours-How to take the first step toward your creative dream-How to use your fear as fuel-How to reinvent yourself at any age, and-The key to owning the power of ‘no!'

Every year, I sit down with my parents to record our annual Christmas podcast. What started as a holiday tradition has become one of my favorite conversations of the year. This episode is funny, emotional, honest, and full of the kinds of family stories that only come out around the holidays.In this special Christmas episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, my parents join me in the studio to reflect on family, marriage, childhood memories, and the moments that shape us long after the holidays end. We laugh, cringe, reminisce, and share stories that reveal why family dynamics are rarely perfect, but can still be deeply meaningful and beautiful.In this episode, you’ll hear:-A shocking story from my parents’ early marriage that still makes us laugh decades later-The tragic yet oddly hilarious story of Tim’s saddest childhood Christmas-My mom’s extremely confident and very incorrect retelling of Will Ferrell’s Elf-A heartfelt recap of our wedding and what it taught us about love, family, and showing up for one an

Nick Reid is an Audience Growth Expert, Content Development Producer, and Brand Strategist who’s worked with major players like Paramount, Nickelodeon, Frederator, and the Producers Guild of America. But before that? He was selling merch on Broadway, having a breakdown at Trader Joe’s, and questioning everything about his career and creative path. In this powerful conversation, we explore what it really looks like to grow a creative career. From breakdowns and layoffs to healing, reinvention, and stepping into your worth. You’ll learn:-How to bounce back after rejection and burnout -Tools to stop proving your worth and start trusting it-Audience growth tips for indie creators -Why your nonlinear path is not a failure, it’s your power Which part of Nick’s story hit home for you? Comment on Spotify and let us know! Follow Nick: @itsnickreid Sign up for my Substack: https://substack.com/@laurenlograsso?

Have you ever felt stuck in life and seriously needed a sign? In this episode, I share how I once received the clearest sign of my life and break down my 7-step CHANNEL method that you can use to get a sign from The Universe. These steps help you quiet the noise, connect with your inner wisdom, recognize synchronicities, and trust what comes through.You will learn: • The moment I received a sign that changed my life • How to use my 7-step CHANNEL method in your life • The types of questions to ask the Universe to get a clear answer • How to recognize signs and synchronicities • How to trust your intuition and take the leap If you have been longing for a sign, this episode will help you receive it.

Struggling with self-doubt or a loud inner critic? In this episode, empathy expert, keynote speaker and bestselling author, Mimi Nicklin breaks down why self-empathy is the key to quieting that voice and unlocking deeper creativity, confidence, and clarity.We explore the neuroscience of empathy, the rise of loneliness, how listening transforms relationships, and why reconnecting with yourself is essential for creating your best work.You’ll discover:What self-empathy is and how to practice itHow empathy impacts creativity and innovationTools to calm your inner critic and reduce anxietyHow to build stronger relationships through listeningWhy creatives need community more than everIf you’re craving more confidence, creativity, and compassion, then this episode is for you.

Hi Creative Cutie! The holidays...They're often a time that can trigger old wounds of all sorts. Definitely not the least of which, are wounds around our bodies and body image. I wanted to reshare this episode with you to help you gain some awareness and tools to heal your relationship to your body and gain Body Neutrality. More info below. I love you and happy Thanksgiving, if you celebrate!Original Description:TW: Eating Disorders and Body image.Today’s guest is Jessi Kneeland. They are a queer and non-binary writer, speaker, podcaster and body image coach. Jessi started off as a physical trainer-- working with everyone from celebrities to supermodels and they found something interesting -no matter the body type, their clients always thought their bodies were not enough. This led Jessi to dig into their own body image, traumas and past to finally discover what helped them start their healing journey, which is something they call, Body Neutrality. As someone who has long suffered with a bevy of body image is

What if getting older could actually make you feel younger and more free? In this solo episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, I share the audio version of my recent Substack essay about why I feel more youthful at 36 than I ever did at 22. The secret is self-acceptance. I talk about the pressure I felt in my early twenties, the urgency that aged me from the inside out, and the healing that helped me finally feel light, calm, and creative again.Youth is not the absence of age. It is the presence of self love. When we stop tying our worth to our achievements and start trusting ourselves, everything opens up. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt behind, struggled with self worth, or been hard on their younger self.You will learn:How self-acceptance can make you feel youngerWhy your twenties often feel stressful and heavyThe difference between disappointment and failureHow pressure and perfectionism age your spiritHow to reconnect with joy and creativityIf you are ready to feel more confident, peaceful,

What do you do when your biggest dream comes true but leaves you feeling more lost than ever? In this powerful episode, singer-songwriter and activist MILCK (whose viral anthem “Quiet” became the soundtrack of the 2017 Women’s March) shares the journey of how she got fame and chose to give it back so she could reclaim her own voice, her music, and herself.  We also deep dive into her amazing album, Mother Tongue, which you have to check out. You’ll Learn:-How to know when it’s time to walk away from something shiny but misaligned-Tools to rebuild self-trust after people pleasing and self abandonment-Why learning to like yourself is actually harder than loving yourself-How to listen to your body for guidance and creative healing-The grief of assimilation and the journey of coming home to yourself & your rootsIf you’ve ever achieved success and still felt disconnected, this episode will help you remember your authenticity, your creativity, and your voice and come home to yourself.

Have you ever made a creative promise to yourself and actually kept it? In this episode, I’m sharing the promise I finally followed through on, what made it stick, and how you can keep your own creative vows, too! I’ll walk you through:-How to choose a creative promise that feels aligned-Why the words you use to describe it matter-The power of naming a timeframe-How to lean on your community -And why letting it be imperfect is the key to actually beginningI also share a big announcement I’ve been holding close to my heart. Hint: it has to do with writing, courage, and coming home to a part of myself I’ve missed for years.If you’ve been feeling the call to start something new, return to something you love, or simply show up for yourself more fully this month, this episode is for you! Link to subscribe to my Substack here: https://substack.com/@laurenlograsso 

Do you ever wonder why you are the way you are, or why certain patterns keep repeating in your life and relationships? What if the path to healing isn’t about becoming someone new, but coming home to who you’ve always been?In today’s pod, I sit down with internationally accredited Enneagram teacher and author of The Enneagram of the Soul, Nhien Vuong, to explore how this powerful tool can serve as your roadmap to authenticity, spiritual growth, and creative freedom.From this episode, you’ll learn:-What the Enneagram really is and why it’s more than just a personality typing system-How to find your type and why it’s different from what you think -How to soften your inner critic and develop self-compassion-How to identify the box you’re unconsciously living in (and how to get out) and -How to use the Enneagram as a spiritual and creative practice Get Nhien’s Book: https://nhien-vuong.com/book/ More on Nhien

Do you have a memory from your early creative life that still stings? Maybe it was a teacher who embarrassed you, a moment of rejection, or a time when you decided it was safer to shrink than shine.If so, you may have a creative wound and it is likely still playing out in your creativity and career to this day. But do not fret: today, we're going to begin the process of healing it together.Discover:-What a creative wound is and how it could be secretly holding you back-The real-life moment that brought up one of my deepest creative wounds (and why it caught me off guard)-A guided visualization to help you meet your younger self, rewrite the limiting story of the wound, and start to reclaim your creative power-Why healing the creative wound is the key to greater confidence, visibility, and joyThis episode is gentle, honest, and might bring up some emotion, but it’s all in service of creative freedom and inner peace. If you’ve been feeling blocked, afraid to share your work, or like you’re still carrying the we

Have you ever felt like you were living someone else’s dream? This week I’m talking with Erica Pepin, a powerful example of what happens when you take a chance on your creative call. She left a stable job to follow her dreams. Now she’s a published author who built her creative life from the ground up, with no roadmap, just trust and a love for literature. Oh she’s also one of my high school besties and we get to reunite for an hour here! SO FUN! From this chat, you’ll learn:-How to trust your intuition even when it doesn’t make sense-What it really takes to become a published author-How to break free from corporate life and go toward your dreams, and -The unexpected power of rejectionIf you’re ready to stop people-pleasing and start listening to your inner voice, this episode is for you!Get Erica’s book here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Work-Nights/Erica-Peplin/9781668050873 

Have you ever had a gut feeling, a prophetic dream, or a sign that felt too perfect to be coincidence? In this episode, I sit down with psychic medium and spiritual teacher MaryAnn DiMarco to help you unlock your intuition, reconnect with your spirit guides, and reclaim your creativity through divine collaboration.We talk about:-The difference between ego and divine guidance-How to hear from your guides (even if you feel “blocked”)-What’s really stopping your intuitive connection (hint: it might have to do with your smart phone!)-How to overcome fear and disappointment to create with spiritual support-A powerful practice to meet your guides todayThis is a soulful, fun, deeply grounding conversation that will expand your perception of what’s possible...both creatively and spiritually. I left this talk with chills and renewed creative clarity. I hope it does the same for you.

Feeling creatively blocked, burnt out, or like you’ve lost your spark? You’re not alone  and this episode is your permission slip to reset, realign, and rediscover your voice!After 7 years of podcasting without a single missed week, I took a 2-month break. What I learned during that time changed everything about how I see creativity, success, and myself. Whether you're on the edge of burnout or just craving clarity, this episode will meet you where you are and gently guide you back to your creative center.From this episode, you’ll learn:-What to do when your creativity feels like it’s dried up-How taking space can reignite your creative fire (without ruining momentum)-The real reason your productivity might be sabotaging your purpose-Why rest is essential to breakthrough ideas-How to rebuild your creative identity when you feel lostIf you’ve ever felt like you can’t stop or step back,  especially as a high achiever, this episode is for you. It’s not just a comeback story. It’s a roadmap for returning to yours

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