The Curious Creative Club
A haven for curious creatives, just like me…
Welcome
A Haven for Curious Creatives, just like me… Welcome to The Curious Creative Club, a place that I hope will help you tap into that secret ingredient that we all have – our inner creativity. I know it’s there, waiting to be discovered and…
Surviving working in lock-down…with a house full!
A light-hearted look at life in lock-down with a house full when you are trying to get your work done! It’s not easy is it? But we are all in the same boat and we can get through this together, here are some tips for a calmer working week!
How to motivate yourself back into creative action, with a little kindness…
I know that some people are finding it really hard to motivate themselves in their creative work, so in the week of mental health awareness, I think we need to practice some kindness to ourselves, others and access the wonderful creative support out there at the moment. Hopefully it will give you the boost that you need…
Practice makes progress, how to let go of perfection
How to ditch the burden of perfectionism and instead go with practice for progress – the vital ingredient to keep you moving along and enjoying the process
Lessons from lock-down, creating a Self-Care SOS List!
As I’ve been doing lock-down a while now, I just thought I’d share what’s getting me through it, it’s my own Self-care SOS list!
5 days to the end of Chemo….and other interesting numbers!
I’m nearly at the end of chemo and on one insomnia fuelled night I worked out all the medical statistics around treatment! It’s a mountain of numbers and care, for which I’ll be forever grateful…x
Poetry Practice to help you Process
How poetry practice can help you process difficult times and emotions, whilst also helping you to relax, by using your creative skills and getting into the flow-state of mind.
How having an adventurous spirit and ‘can do’ attitude opens up your world to endless opportunities
Chatting to the lovely Lesley Ellis as she launches her new podcast – The Midlife Manifesto, all about how she’s got to this point, why she’s launching a podcast and what has inspired her growing up. She’s one of the most adventurous people I know and so it’s an interesting and valuable conversation…
Chatting to Suzy Walker, Editor of Psychologies Magazine about why creative activities are so good for you in these uncertain times
Today I had the huge privilege of speaking to the brilliant Suzy Walker, Editor of Psychologies magazine about all aspects of creativity and its benefits via a live video on their Facebook page and group. Here you will find the link to the chat and also many links to useful previous posts to help you get started on your own creative journey during this unprecedented time
Connecting with shared conversations
Ever thought about starting your own podcast? Shared conversations have never been more important to keep connected. Read how the Two Northern Lasses got started and see if this could be the creative outlet for you.
Podcast yourself happy with my top 13 recommendations
As a huge podcast fan I’m listening to lots whilst we are staying safe at home! Here are my top 13 to keep you happy and why I think they have such a positive impact on day to day life.
Workshops
‘A lovely inspiring and warm place to explore and play with creativity’ – Clair The Curious Creative Club delivers invigorating writing workshops to participants with the specific purpose of setting your creativity free,…it’s a restorative and inspiring few hours, just for you. I’m a…
