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Personal Growth Through Consistent Creativity

Release Date: 06/07/2023

Creating Magic by Reframing Women’s Retirement

One Spark Stories

"Every woman deserves to become, believe in, and share her best self with the world in ways that are uniquely hers." After a 35 year career with Disney, Camille Wolsonovich is on a mission to help women create their own paths, especially during life's big transitions. She has combined her business experience with her gift of helping women recognizing their hidden gifts and find purpose. Join our conversation to hear how she's transforming the idea of 'retirement' and encouraging women to prioritize their dreams over outdated assumptions. As the founder of MyAspirement, Camille is dedicated to...

Discovering How Disney Creates Memorable Worlds

One Spark Stories

"In the world of themed experience design, the most important aspect of your design is does it make people want to come back and see it and experience it again?" Have you ever found yourself wondering "How does Disney do that?" James Warda, columnist, speaker, professor, and author of the book "How Does Disney Do That?" has that experience on a ride. He turned his curiosity into a passion to uncover the spark behind the experiences. He teamed up with Theron Skees, a former senior creative executive at Walt Disney Imagineering, to discover more stories from people helping create immersive...

The OutSCIder's Guide to Adventure and Education

One Spark Stories

"Our childhoods are so tragically short to begin with. And then we're adults and we forget what it's like to just play." Notable Moments 03:27 A Childhood Spent Exploring the Outdoors 09:25 From Teacher to Science Blogger 13:57 Removing the Emotional Attachment to Ideas 18:17 Launching National Parks Educational Series 20:31 Creating Educational Resources Platform 29:16 Social Media Impact and Strategy 31:46 Creating Connections Through Acts of Kindness 34:03 Embracing Being Wrong What if your childhood playtime led to a career that connects hearts globally? Chris Anderson shares how his...

Stories of Mouse and Men

One Spark Stories

“What's my job? That's not the right question. It should be ‘what am I really good at ?’ and ‘what makes me happy?’ and ‘what gets me excited?’ Lead with those questions. The job that fits those answers may be very different over the course of your life, but they are where the answer lies." Rick and Bob Allen are incredible innovators who have made significant impacts within the Walt Disney Company.... and beyond. In this episode, we discuss their multiple professional shifts, including the reality of being offered to buy your business from Disney. They share stories that...

7 Ways to Connect with Your Definition of Creativity

One Spark Stories

"When we learn to view failure as that stepping stone rather than a setback, that is when we open ourselves to new possibilities, launching us even closer to our purpose. Notable Moments 03:06 Where Creativity Became Disconnected 08:11 Redefine What Creativity Means to You. 10:47 Revisit Childhood Passions 13:52 Embrace Your Curiosity About the Unknown 18:12 Take Risks and Celebrate Failure 22:09 Surround Yourself with Creative People 25:07 Create a Daily Creative Practice 28:24 Reflect on Your Journey and Celebrate Your Wins Episode Recommendations Order the Journal: Order the Amazon...

Transforming Education through Profession-Based Learning

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"Use this profession based lens as the method to get to self discovery. It helps students make some assumptions about what they like, what they are good at, then gives them a chance to cross check that with professionals that get to know them." Connect witn CAPS CAPS Network website: CAPS Network Coming soon: One Spark Stories podcast Connect with Katie About Katie: Connect with Katie on LinkedIn: Follow Katie on Instagram: Follow the Podcast on Instagram: Key Moments 07:27 Connecting students with mentorship for professional success. 11:15 Embrace...

Guiding Nonprofit Leadership, Relationships, and Success

One Spark Stories

"Impactful leaders embrace the diversity of people sitting around the table. They know that everybody brings something different to the table, which only enriches what you're doing." Key Moments 05:52 Nonprofits funding nuances. 09:27 Pocket-sized book for nonprofit leaders. 11:40 Allowing others ownership, supporting and promoting them. 15:44 Leadership can be lonely but community helps. 17:47 Developing leadership through relationships, support, and availability. 21:13 Jeff's leadership program leading to transformation. 25:31 Finding like-minded, mission-driven connections leads to impact....

Four Reasons to Have a Roy by Your Side

One Spark Stories

"With the right support, your vision really can become a reality even when many others can't see it." Notable Moments 00:22 Walt Disney's inspiring vision. 01:52 Challenges for visionaries and the key to success. 04:21 Balancing dreams with responsibilities.. 07:46 Walt Disney faces setback, the creates Mickey Mouse with the support of Roy. 12:28 The impact of vision and support on achieving dreams. 14:36 Creative spark needs belief, support, and filtering. Connect with Katie About Katie: Connect with Katie on LinkedIn: Follow Katie on Instagram: Follow the Podcast on Instagram: ...

A Tale of Two Fathers Finding Purpose

One Spark Stories

"In a world that seems focused on titles, recognition, and money, there is no doubt that the title these two work hardest to earn is 'Dad'." Even though Father’s Day has come and gone, I am finally able to sit and reflect on why the work I do, connecting kids with their purpose, seems so personal. It’s because it is. During this episode I share the story of two men, my dad and my husband, and their nontraditional pathway to professional success. Despite neither one having a formal 4-year degree, they both have careers that have lead them to work for Forbes 500 companies, local,...

Backyard Dreams, Mentorship, and Persistence in Building a Theme Park Career - Matthew Miller

One Spark Stories

"When you live your life in a way that stands out and you're really good at something, that success will come to you." Key Moments 01:07 Imagining theme park, building contraptions, childhood fun. 05:13 Benefits of technology to access mentors 08:39 Struggled in college, found mentors in career. 10:00 Soft skills are crucial for success in life. 14:47 Committed, aware, and growing beyond traditional education. 17:16 Apple store, new device, prototype in park. 21:04 Lasting impact of a mentor that listens and actively contributes. 22:50 Life after Universal opened the door for speaking...

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"There was a transference that happened there. Joy went from me to them, and I wanted to do as much of that as possible."

Growing up, Mike Brennan's love for art was his refuge. His passion for drawing helped him connect with people and bring joy to their lives. He pursued a degree in graphic design, but his career took an unexpected turn when he left it all for ministry. However, after a decade of spiritual work, he found himself struggling with depression due to neglecting his creative side. Mike's journey of self-discovery led him to find the perfect balance between his artistic skills and his desire to help others, shaping his identity and giving deeper meaning to his existence.

Listen to this episode and you will:

Discover the significance of maintaining a regular creative routine for personal and professional growth.
Learn to embrace your distinct creative identity and its impact on your work.
Explore the role of creativity in self-discovery and personal development.
Find ways to prevent burnout and depression amid the challenges of the creative process.
Celebrate achievements and progress within your creative journey, boosting motivation and satisfaction.

This episode is a must listen for anyone that is feeling professionally lost, longing for reconnecting with a hobby or passion, or anyone curious about how to establish a daily creative habit of their own.

Episode Highlights

00:03:28 - Childhood Artistic Talents

00:08:12 - Pursuing Art in College

00:12:47 - Embracing a Bigger Purpose

00:14:51 - Finding Your Creative Self

00:18:08 - Facing Depression and Self-Discovery

00:21:49 - Art as a Form of Self-Care

00:25:11 - Consistent Discomfort and Finding Your Style

00:27:38 - The Daily Creative Habit Guided Journal

00:33:24 - Celebrating Your Creative Self and Embracing Your Uniqueness