#66- Breaking Habits and Sucking Less- (Cliffs Notes from a Curious Mind Episode 5)

Send us a textToday's episode is an incredible conversation with Bec Griffiths, where we explore how she mixes her background in corporate marketing with her own personal artistry. Bec shares insights on marketing that feels genuine, true, and highly creative. We also discuss:• How your curiosity is your superpower in business • Why marketing and art might not be as different as you think • Exploring her personal project "Multiplicity" and its themes of duality • Tips for navigating marketing as an artist without feeling like a sell out • Focusing on authenticity and truth as your marketing foundation If you liked this episode, please share it!Links:Bec's WebsiteBec's Current Class- The Art of MarketingBec's InstagramIlluminate Classes WebsiteBec's Personal ProjectsFollow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textWe are ALL creative and we are ALL artists. Now is the time for us to begin throwing the old stuff into the compost bin and creating something new. Transmute that darkness into light!!!I wrote this piece called "You Are An Artist" a few years ago because I firmly believe that we were all born into this world as creative beings. Some of us experienced a life that slowly chipped away at our belief in that, and others have merely lost a bit of the shine...but it's still there underneath it all.Imagine a life where your imagination blooms like vibrant sunflowers in a once empty field. This is an episode about embracing curiosity and creativity as something that has the ability to transform your life...no matter where you are in your artistic journey. Whether you wield a paintbrush, pen, or simply the power of your mind, there's wide open space for you in this creative community. Now, more than ever, the world NEEDS your imagination and your (form of) art.Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textFirst things first...after multiple requests, Layne has returned, and she has some very wise words to share. What if letting go of expectations could transform the way we navigate life's uncertainties? This episode of Curating the Curious explores this concept as we reflect on 2024, a year that challenged us in very unexpected ways.  Embracing the idea of "no cherished outcomes," inspired by a Celtic poem (and Liz Gilbert, of course), we discuss how releasing our grip on expectations can lead us to something more. As we close a challenging chapter and step into a new year (that's already looking pretty daunting honestly), we examine new perspectives gained from facing life's hurdles. Stay curious, be brave, and join us as we navigate the journey ahead with an open heart and mind, ready to meet whatever comes our way.Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textShow notes, chapter markers, and links coming soon...Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textAfter spending the last several months (YEARS actually) studying habits and the different ways that they intertwine with our self image and identity, I'm excited to dedicate an episode to just a sampling of these ideas. This episode is an invitation to step into the power of your unique voice and live with joy, shedding the constraints of a rigid self-narrative.James Clear's "Atomic Habits" takes center stage in our discussion, offering a look at how small changes can lead to monumental shifts in our self-perception and identity. We navigate the landscape of neuroplasticity, taking a look at how altering our daily routines can rewire our brains and reinforce our self belief. We end the episode by illuminating the subtle distinction between being humble and modest. Instead of diminishing our light under the guise of modesty, we champion humility as a genuine expression of self that empowers both ourselves and those around us. Join me for an empowering conversation that encourages you to live unapologetically, honor your successes, and to inspire a collective ascent to loosening those laces and living out whatever largeness lies within you.P.S. Please help me out and tell your friends this podcast is back! Apple Podcasts has paused a huge amount of listeners without them knowing. Between that and my (highly diminished) reach on social media, barely any of my subscribers even know that the podcast has returned. Thank you for sharing in any way you can! MuahFollow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textWelcome back to another episode of Cliffs Notes from a Curious Mind! This is an abbreviated list of the top 7 things that I've learned, loved, listened to, and/or labored over. Today's topics are:1) A bit of Martha Graham's wisdom2) the vibrant spirit of John Batiste's 'American Symphony' (and his upcoming tour).3) we peer through the lens of 'fundamental attribution error,' encouraging a deeper understanding of our judgments. 4) Dacher Keltner's book, 'Awe' takes us on a  tour of wonder, inspiring us to seek out the extraordinary in the ordinary.5) We dabble in neuroscience and find the healing properties of tears.6) Brene Brown on finding friends who protect our light.7) Rick Rubin and his advice on Metta Practice***Bonus Quote at the end!Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textI'm back and happy to say that taking a pause can be a transformative experience! A while ago, I made the decision to step away from the noise (in order to hear myself instead).In the quietness away from the constant buzz of social media, I found a liberty in solitude and a renewed connection with the voice within. This episode shares a bit of that journey and a toast to the joys of returning to this podcast that I love so much. Join me as we celebrate curiosity and creativity, and continue our collective quest for a life brimming with fulfillment.I'm so excited to reconnect with all of you and extend a heartfelt thank you for your unwavering support! And if you're looking for an extra spark of inspiration, don't miss out on Rachel Larson Weaver's episode (Episode 61)—it's the perfect springboard into our new season. Your engagement and five-star reviews mean the world to us, as we forge ahead with curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, ever eager for the next discovery on this podcasting adventure.NOTE****   A recent iPhone update may have thrown a wrench in the works, disrupting our usual channels of connection, but it's nothing we can't overcome together. I encourage you to double-check your follows and notifications to ensure you're up-to-date with our latest episodes. Please tell your friends too!Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textHello to all of my new listeners and welcome back to so many of you! Today I want to share something that I recorded several years ago called Wear Sunscreen. This spoken word song was a guiding force for me in my twenties and is something that I believe everyone can learn a little something from.If you haven't heard it yet, you're welcome...and if you have, listen to it again.Thanks so much for all of the shares and messages and people out there listening. This is one of my greatest joys and I'm soooo happy to be back!Follow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textWe're coming right out of the gate with someone that I see as the living embodiment of all of the  joy,  curiosity, truth telling, and creative living that I've envisioned for this new season.In this first episode of Season 2, we talk about crafting a daily life that keeps us fulfilled and inspired, finding pockets of joy, building intentional friendships, and staying open to all of the POSSIBILITY that life has to offer.If you're looking for that kick in the pants to keep you excited and hungry for a more expansive and colorful life, this is it.Rachel's links:Self-Love Guide Disguised as a Self Portrait PrimerRachel's Weekly Newsletter (HERE & NOW)Tom Weaver's Newsletter (Mind Under Matter)Mother/Artist Book ClubInstagram PageFollow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!

Send us a textIsn't more love always the answer? Has the universe been sending me secret messages by way of Rick Rubin? So many questions...and also so many possible answers.Today's episode is all aboutFollow LeAnna and Curating the Curious: NEW! Substack LinkInstagram: @curating.the.curious @leanna_azzolini_photographyWebsite:leannaazzoliniphoto.com Click Here for: No Cherished Outcomes Sweatshirt and Tee!