Creatives Crushing Anxiety
127 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsCreatives Crushing Anxiety is the podcast for creative and online business owners looking to minimize their anxiety and maximize their productivity through systems, organization and time management. Your anxiety shouldn't keep you from crushing your goals as a solopreneur. Build systems, find your focus and achieve your goals.
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34 Lessons From 34 Years
July 31, 2023 18:49 - 30 minutes - 74.4 MBI love my 30s. I feel like for the first time since college I’ve hit a new burst of energy for life that I’d lost for a while and I’m learning again. I feel like so much of the first 3 decades of my life were based on learning skills and tasks. Things you have to learn but for the first time in my life I’m learning simply from a place of desire, not requirement and it’s so freeing and inspiring. So as my birthday approached (July babies! Woot Woot!) I was thinking about some of the things...
Representations of Mental Health in Pop Culture
February 08, 2023 19:38 - 19 minutes - 46.2 MBThis episode is an open love letter to the song Numb Little Bug by Em Beihold. This song is one of the first songs that summed up an intense time in my mental health journey. This episode is also an invitation to share which examples in pop-culture made you feel seen and less alone.
Mental Health Lessons From a Year of Self Work
January 24, 2023 15:08 - 23 minutes - 56 MBAfter a long unschedule hiatus. Creatives Crushing Anxiety is back! Our host Dia Darling, dives into where she's been, where she's going and her 2023 word of the year. In this episode you'll also learn about the powerful shifts and changes Dia made in 2022 to live her best life.
PART 3: Support Systems & Taking Actions
November 10, 2021 17:39 - 12 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I wrap up the 3-part series The Balanced Business Experience in Action where I take you through my seven-step methodology and how I used it to buy my first house. In this episode, we dive into the final steps which are support systems and taking action. Learn more about the Balanced Business Experience here: https://diadarling.lpages.co/coaching/
Part 2: Challenges, Goals and Action Plans
October 26, 2021 21:50 - 19 minutes - 45.5 MBIn part 2 of The Balanced Business Experience in Action, I share how I used steps 3-5 of my methodology to buy my first house this year. In this episode: How to identify the challenges to accomplishing your goal. Setting micro-goals to get you to macro wins Creating a plan of action and new habits to keep your goals on track.
PART 1: Values & Priorities + Current Reality Work
October 13, 2021 01:15 - 16 minutes - 39.6 MBIn part 1 of this series, I share the first step in The Balanced Business Methodology Values and Priorities and how I used it to buy a house this year.
Why You Need A Plan For Your Business
October 05, 2021 14:07 - 16 minutes - 38.5 MBIn the season 4 premiere of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I share the reasons you need to have a plan for your business. Inspired by an old post, Yes, You Need A Business Plan I shift gears and talk about why you need a plan for your business even if it’s not a traditional business plan. In this episode: How a plan for your business can help you make consistent income. How you can create realistic expectations with your business plan. How clarity around what you offer and who ...
May 2021 Biz + Life Update
May 11, 2021 14:30 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MBThis week on Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I wanted to catch you up on all the things. This is a general update on me and all the things.
Start Loving Your Business Again With Anna Beyer
April 06, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 123 MBIn episode 109 of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I interview Anna Beyer. We dive deep into the things making you hate your business and how to nip them in the bud so you can start loving your business again.
Why You Need to Talk to People Outside of Your Industry
March 25, 2021 19:15 - 17 minutes - 40.7 MBWho do you talk to about your blog and online biz? I know if you're like me you probably have a group of blog online besties that you talk to about everything. I mean everything about how you're feeling unmotivated because you had a fight with your mom. About the jerk who dumped you the day before Valentine's Day. Friends that you email when you're lacking motivation or need feedback. You might even talk to your friends about it who don't totally understand it and have no interest in ownin...
The Power of Boundaries with Melody Dowlearn
March 09, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 73.4 MBDo you have trouble setting boundaries in your life? Then buckle up because on this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety I have coach Melody Dowlearn to talk about the importance of boundaries in our life and their value. In this episode: How the lack of boundaries keeps us from reaching our full potential. A new perspective on why boundaries are important and already a part of our life. They way we enable chaos when we don’t set boundaries. Understanding that there will be...
Business Lessons From A Texas Snowstorm
February 23, 2021 13:30 - 18 minutes - 42.9 MBUnless you’ve been living under a rock you probably heard about the winter storm Texas has last week. We had ongoing power outages and below-freezing temperatures. That week taught me a lot. It reminded me of all my blessings and also how to ask for help. In this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I share the business lessons I learned during the freak snowstorm in Texas and how they can help you in your business.
Business Lessons For A Texas Snowstorm
February 23, 2021 13:30 - 18 minutes - 42.9 MBUnless you’ve been living under a rock you probably heard about the winter storm Texas has last week. We had ongoing power outages and below-freezing temperatures. That week taught me a lot. It reminded me of all my blessings and also how to ask for help. In this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I share the business lessons I learned during the freak snowstorm in Texas and how they can help you in your business.
Using Human Design in Your Business with Ann Bellow
January 26, 2021 14:00 - 56 minutes - 78 MBThis week I talk to my dear friend and fellow Tabwoo Institute Graduate, Ann Bellow. Ann Bellow is a Human Design Pro and has created a system to support her clients to be totally aligned business owners. Episode Show Notes
Episode 104: 20 for 2020 Recap and 2021 Word Of The Year
January 12, 2021 13:30 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode, I review my 20 for 2020 and how the pandemic and national affairs shifted these. I also share my 2021 word of the year and what it means to me.
Episode 104: 20 for 2020 Recap and 2021 Word Of The Year
January 12, 2021 13:30 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode, I review my 20 for 2020 and how the pandemic and national affairs shifted these. I also share my 2021 word of the year and what it means to me.
10 Things To Do In The New Year
December 22, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 62.8 MBI want to share 10 things that you can do and incorporate into your days to make 2021 amazing and then also just to get you on the right foot and to keep you focused on what you're going to be doing now the first thing is to.
The Confidence Episode
December 08, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 43.3 MBIn this episode: Examples of where confidence can be the difference between a yes and a no. How your lack of confidence is cockblocking your business. How removing attachment got my a new client. Why affirmations aren’t enough. How to start building more confidence: Keep track of love notes Replay your highlight reel Remember your struggles - tread carefully Keep working on yourself - Self growth is a lifelong journey Give yourself a break
How I Deal With Triggers
October 20, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 23.4 MBI want to talk about how I deal with triggers, because we're all triggered by things especially this year it's an election year, there's been so much going on between COVID, the BLM movement like this year is crazy. 2020 has been freakin a lot. I know that there are so many triggers that can come up for all of us and I want to talk about how I actually deal with those.
Minisode 5 : Word of the Year Check In
September 22, 2020 15:08 - 5 minutes - 9.09 MBIn this minisode, I check-in on my word of the year, Visibility. I thought it meant one thing but now that I am living it, it has taken on a whole new meaning. Listen to learn more.
The 100th Episode
September 09, 2020 02:22 - 17 minutes - 25.1 MBIt’s the 100th episode, of Creatives Crushing Anxiety!!!! I cannot believe I have been doing this for 100 episodes. It has been such a fun journey. In this episode, I didn’t want to go on and on about all the feels. So instead I decided to share my podcast process with you in case you’re wondering how I publish episodes or if you’re thinking of starting your own. Thank you to the listeners, the people who have emailed in, the people who have been a guest. I am so grateful to you all.
Giving Up
August 25, 2020 12:40 - 22 minutes - 32.1 MBI am officially back from summer hiatus and I am giving up! No not the podcast, not ditching the business to work at Pizza Hut. But I’m giving up on things that no longer serve me. During my Summer podcasting break I had a lot of time to reflect. 2020 has been a bit of a beast so far in a number of ways. Personally with making the shift into coaching, working with some new amazing partnerships and really focusing on what I want in my life. Globally, we have been balancing a new life during t...
How Your Attachment Style Affects Your Business
July 07, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, we dive into attachment styles and how they affect your business. Based on the book Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller. Attachment theory is all about how we interact with others.
4 Signs You Need a Vacation
June 24, 2020 01:21In this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I expose 4 signs it might be time to take a vacation. Burn out is real and sometimes it isn't as obvious as you think.
4 Signs You Need a Vacation
June 24, 2020 01:21In this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I expose 4 signs it might be time to take a vacation. Burn out is real and sometimes it isn't as obvious as you think.
What To Do When Your Goals Aren't Happening
June 17, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode, we dive into what to do when you aren’t seeing progress on your goals. It’s all about checking in on the details and making adjustments where necessary.
A Message to My Community
June 09, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 17.9 MBThis week, I wanted to speak my mind on the current state of the world and the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement.
5 Questions to Ask Before Diving Into a New Idea
June 03, 2020 17:19 - 14 minutes - 21.5 MBThis week, I share with you five questions to ask yourself before you jump into a new idea. As entrepreneurs, we are constantly bombarded with new things. These questions help you check yourself and avoid shiny object syndrome.
My Meditation Story
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 13.4 MBThis week, I share with you my meditation story. I talk about some of the amazing benefits I’ve experienced from incorporating meditation into my life. We talk about how I got started as an adult and the meditations I did as a child.
Why Boundaries Are Necessary For A Productive Business
April 16, 2020 15:22 - 18 minutes - 18.2 MBToday we are talking all about boundaries. This has been something that has been an ongoing battle for me in my life, creating boundaries, both in part my personal relationships and my professional relationships. The reason being it's really hard for somebody with my personality type to feel like they're letting people down. This sometimes results in me agreeing to things that I don't really want to do or have the time to do, or putting other people's needs above my own. It's something that ...
4 Reasons Silence Is Golden
April 09, 2020 17:30 - 12 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode, we are talking about silence. I want to tell you a little bit about where this idea came from and why silence is in fact golden. A couple of weeks ago, I was about to take a shower and I noticed that my phone was about to die. Usually, I'm listening to music in the shower from my phone but I had to put it on the charger and I had a real silence for the first time in forever. I realized that I'm always listening to something. When I'm working I’m listening to music or YouTub...
Things I Can't Get Enough of Lately March 2020
March 31, 2020 16:03 - 22 minutes - 32.2 MBI am super pumped about this episode, because I am bringing back a series that I haven't done since April 2018. When I started the blog five years ago, it was much more of a lifestyle brand. And I kind of fell into this whole, “Well, no one wants to hear about you. You need to keep it to evergreen content and business and things that people will find helpful for the business.” And I think because of all the shifts that have happened, I realized that I missed doing this kind of content. Plus,...
How to Kick Ass in Life With Laura
March 17, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 36.2 MBThis week I interview Laura from Kick Ass In Life. Laura helps people differentiate themselves in a sea of sameness and get hired fast! Following her mantra “kick ass” she went from unemployed to doubling her salary in two years, has helped dozens of recent grads find connections, opportunities, and jobs and created a routine using the best tips and hacks to be happier and healthier and save money.
6 Things You May Not Realize Are Stressing You Out
March 10, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode, I share 6 things you may not even realize are stressing you out. We all have things that stress us out. Life is stressful but there are some things adding to yourself that you don’t have to suffer from. Not only do I share my hot list of 6 things adding to your stress, but I share solutions for ditching these bad habits and adding more ease to your life. Read the shownotes. Become a VIP Work With Me
6 Ways To Fight The Loneliness Of Working From Home
February 18, 2020 13:30 - 15 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I share 6 tips to help you fight the loneliness of working from home. These tips are easy to implement and can cure the stir-crazy feeling many entrepreneurs face.
Creating A Safe Space For Mental Health With Shayna Norwood
February 12, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 60.2 MBThis week I spoke with Shayna Norwood. Shayna was first introduced to letterpress printing through a year – long book arts class she took while earning her BFA at San Francisco Art Institute. Since graduating she has perfected her craft while working in book arts centers from San Francisco to New York. Finally settling in Chicago, she started Steel Petal Press as a way to use her letterpress skills and unique perspective to share beauty and humor with the world through handmade stationery. ...
Movie Reflection - What I loved about Dolemite
January 29, 2020 17:27 - 7 minutes - 11.9 MBIn this minisode, I talk about the Netflix original movie Dolemite Is My Name and the lessons entrepreneur can take from it’s hero.
How To Beat The “Over” Syndrome
January 21, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 57.2 MBIn this episode: How she became a professional organizer. Her shift from a leaning to learning business model. How she approaches the topic of boundaries with her clients and the problem with constantly saying yes. Why you have to retrain yourself and others about your boundaries. How we overthink boundaries and stop ourselves from enforcing them. How to lower client expectations so you can exceed them while giving yourself grace. The real reason you might be accomplishing ...
My 2020 Word of The Year and 20 for 2020
January 14, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 41.3 MBIn the season 3 premiere of Creatives Crushing Anxiety, I share my 2020 word of the year. I even take my plans deeper with 20 things I want to embody and practice in 2020. This was such an exciting episode to record as I know big things are coming in 2020.
Season 2 Finale: A Year in Review
December 31, 2019 18:41 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBJoin me as I share some of my favorite clips from season 2 and say goodbye to 2019.
8 Things To Do When You Don't Feel Like Doing Anything
November 12, 2019 14:00 - 9 minutes - 14.6 MBToday we're going to talk about what to do when you don't feel like doing anything. And this happens, it is completely normal. I feel like that from time to time I feel like that. I feel like that right now and so I thought it was a great opportunity to actually make a video about what I do when I don't feel like doing anything. I think there is a lot of talk has happened lately where people are realizing that maybe motivation isn't all it's cracked up to be because a lot of times you don't ...
How To Stop "Shoulding" All Over Yourself
October 30, 2019 18:26 - 10 minutes - 16.4 MB5 Tips to stop shoulding all over yourself and start living your life and running your business in alignment.
Minsode 2 : Behind The Scenes With A "Behind The Scener"
October 22, 2019 16:12 - 6 minutes - 9.94 MBToday I'm going to talk to you about stepping from behind the scenes. A little bit of a behind the scenes of a behind the scener. I am on a journey right now to really just show up and be visible which is so new to me. And I was talking to one of my coaches about this, like how because I'm a coach now it's been hard to get myself out there visibly because I'm not used to being the one who's like on the page and the one who is really out there and saying the message. Yes, I have a podcast. ...
Setting Boundaries and Making Biz Friends with Hannah Taylor-Johnson
October 15, 2019 12:30 - 1 hour - 148 MBIn this episode: How she started her business. How she builds trust with new clients. Why you need to do the work that feels good. Why you have to trust your gut. Knowing when to walk away. True crime ranting. How she deals with client red flags. Dealing with comparison in business. The power of having a friend who does the same thing as you. Why you need to set your limits and get comfortable stating them. It’s okay if you like to offer custom packages.
Minisode 1: It Ain't Luck, It's Hard Work
October 08, 2019 14:46 - 5 minutes - 8.61 MBIn the first-ever minisode, I talk about the word luck in online business and why we need to let it go.
4 Non-Business Things I Do To Improve My Business
September 17, 2019 19:53 - 14 minutes - 21.6 MBThis podcast is all about sharing ideas, theories, and just tips and tricks to help you live a more enjoyable life as a business owner, to help you prevent anxiety and things that can really improve the way that you're living and working so that you can have the best business and the best life. So today, I wanted to share some things that I do that helped me work in my zone of genius, helped me not be so stressed out and overly busy, that don't necessarily have to do with my business, but ha...
Designing a Business You Love With Cami Farey
September 11, 2019 16:52 - 42 minutes - 60.5 MBIn this episode: Why she left a great, secure job to start her own business. How she fell in love with design. Her round the world travels. The truth about our business fears. We talk about showing up in your business. Why you have to push past your fears of being seen to make real connections in business. How she empowers her students and clients. What you need to know to make the shift from services to products. Why we need to get down to the root of the emotion. ...
5 Questions To Ask Yourself When You Feel Out Of Alignment
September 03, 2019 21:21 - 16 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode: In this episode of Creatives Cushing Anxiety, I share 5 questions you should ask yourself when you feel out of alignment and how they work to get you back in the zone. Who are my ideal clients? What do I do for fun? Do my prices match the level of value I provide clients? Is my business enabling the things I want or is it hindering them? What am I doing?
From Wholesale to Brick and Mortar with Meg Sutton
August 27, 2019 16:30 - 48 minutes - 67.5 MBMeg Sutton is the boss lady and doodler behind Belle & Union, a company that sells letterpress printed cards, art prints, southern-inspired wrappings, and hand-crafted artisan goods brimming with vintage wit and wisdom that tote a bit of a foodie twist - all 100% made in the USA. Meg started the business in 2012 after falling in love with letterpress while working in a boutique shop. In this episode: The difference from going from wholesale to brick and mortar. The differences in her ...
From Wholesale to Brick and Mortar with Meg Sutton
August 27, 2019 16:29Meg Sutton is the boss lady and doodler behind Belle & Union, a company that sells letterpress printed cards, art prints, southern-inspired wrappings, and hand-crafted artisan goods brimming with vintage wit and wisdom that tote a bit of a foodie twist - all 100% made in the USA. Meg started the business in 2012 after falling in love with letterpress while working in a boutique shop. In this episode: The difference from going from wholesale to brick and mortar. The differences in her ...