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Sensitive Stories · July 14 · 43 min

80: Embracing Creativity and Curiosity

Do you feel disconnected from your creative side? In this episode, I talk with Jill McDougall about embracing the messiness of play and: Pulling the threads of curiosity and learning to trust your intuitive gifts The impact of growing up feeling sensory-sensitive and wanting harmonious environments Finding confidence and breaking free of limiting beliefs as an adult Jill is a mixed media/collage artist living in Washington state. Fascinated by what lies beneath the surface, she notices the details and nuance of things and builds fragments of her observations into the layers of her art. She believes that the world needs authenticity, creativity and connection now more than ever, and is learning to lean into her sensitivities and reframe them as superpowers. Keep in touch with Jill: Website: https://www.jillmcdougall.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillmcdougallart Substack: https://jillinspire.substack.com Resources Mentioned: Sensitive by Jenn Granneman and Andre Solo: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9780593235034 HSP Self-Test: https://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test Olander Sand Trays: https://www.olanderearthworks.com Get your copy of my new book, Big Feelings, Big Joy anywhere you get your books or at https://www.bigfeelingsbigjoy.com/book Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.com You can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.

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Do you feel disconnected from your creative side?  In this episode, I talk with Jill McDougall about embracing the messiness of play and:

  • Pulling the threads of curiosity and learning to trust your intuitive gifts
  • The impact of growing up feeling sensory-sensitive and wanting harmonious environments
  • Finding confidence and breaking free of limiting beliefs as an adult

Jill is a mixed media/collage artist living in Washington state. Fascinated by what lies beneath the surface, she notices the details and nuance of things and builds fragments of her observations into the layers of her art. She believes that the world needs authenticity, creativity and connection now more than ever, and is learning to lean into her sensitivities and reframe them as superpowers.

Keep in touch with Jill:

Resources Mentioned:

Get your copy of my new book, Big Feelings, Big Joy anywhere you get your books or at https://www.bigfeelingsbigjoy.com/book 

Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at:
https://www.sensitivestories.com

You can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: 

And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. 

If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs!

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. 

Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.  

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