Revel/Reveal

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit <a href="https://revelreveal.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_7">revelreveal.substack.com</a><br/><br/><p>My dear friend Jaime and I recorded this episode back in November and the themes are reemerging in my life — one of them being my relationship with my identity as an artist and how the “good things” in life can turn into a form of escapism. It’s honestly one of my favorite recordings and something that is deeply vulnerable for me.</p><p>It’s always humbling to…</p>

<p>An older episode with my dear friend Chelsea. There is no rhyme or reason to this episode other than my undying love of the Notes App and reflections around magic and awe in the face of the ugliness of life…and weed. </p><p>Books Mentioned: </p><p>* Journey of Souls by Michael Newton</p><p>* This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You by Ogi Ogas and Susan Rogers</p><p>* Pleasure Activism by Adirenne Marie Brown</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Every year I hit a point where I get really introspective about my artistic expression and ask myself “what the fuck am I even trying to say?” And every year, I am reminded that the only one in my way is me.</p><p>I question what medium is mine, writing, painting, charcoal? I question if I can even consider myself an artist and what that means if I can or cannot.</p><p>I go down this shame spiral thinking of all the amazing painters and how my art is no where near theirs.</p><p>And then I realize there are no rules.</p><p>What you believe makes an artist, is what you will compare yourself to. Like if I think about the artist version of myself, what does she do in a day? What does she like? think about? What are her values?</p><p>Believing that version of you exists and that you are taking steps to being that version is most of the battle. It’s not delusional per say. It’s more like building your trust in yourself. It helps that I believe in infinite timeline theory and that all versions of me are out there, in the ether, waiting for me to put their coat on.</p><p>Today, that cycle was podcasting. Tomorrow, it may be painting. </p><p>But, this is just an episode to remind you to trust your cycle and trust that your art does not have to be a daily practice and you don’t have to pigeonhole yourself into one style.</p><p>Book mentioned: Range by David Epstein</p><p>Study on women’s brain: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/11/30/women-brain-menstrual-cycle-changes/">https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/11/30/women-brain-menstrual-cycle-changes/</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>If you followed my podcast on Spotify, then you might have already experienced this juicy episode with my friend <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/livedeepinnerguide/">Jaime</a>. If not, then Hello. Welcome. I hope you enjoy this space.</p><p>I’m transitioning all of my episodes onto my substack to be listened to in one place. There will be free and paid episodes so be sure to subscribe :)</p><p> </p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>This month, I couldn’t think of a better person to talk about community than Eli Vazquez.</p><p>Filmmaker, Writer, Speaker, and Coach, Eli focuses on normalizing personal development and mental health for BIPOC communities. And it shows in his work. In everything Eli does, his authentic voice sounds clear. If you’ve ever gotten the chance to speak to Eli, you know what he’s about. You know what he cares about, what he strives for, what he hopes for. He always shows up.</p><p>And I hope you receive that through our conversation; the power of owning your voice to discovering your community. How might you show up differently if you knew your community was on the other side of your truth?</p><p>Be sure to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/itselivazquez/">follow Eli</a> and check out his 8 week personal wellness bootcamp.</p><p>Watch the trailer for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFsqp0Ye3qc">Bodies Will Tumble and Roll</a>.</p><p>Watch the trailer for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvp74UrbWtc">Quince Til Infinity</a>.</p><p>And if you enjoyed the episode be sure to leave a review on Apple Podcasts! It really helps :) </p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">revelreveal.substack.com/subscribe</a>