15. How Creativity Heals with Eda Utku
Sep 22, 2024 ·
45m 25s
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In this episode, creativity coach and mother of two, Eda Utku, discusses how she balances motherhood and entrepreneurship. Eda opens up about the transition when her children started school, which...
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In this episode, creativity coach and mother of two, Eda Utku, discusses how she balances motherhood and entrepreneurship. Eda opens up about the transition when her children started school, which allowed her to invest more time into her business. She emphasizes that creativity extends beyond traditional artistic expressions—it’s a form of healing, self-expression, and growth in all areas of life. Eda explores how setting boundaries and creating structure can help foster creativity in both children and adults. The conversation delves deep into the effects of intergenerational trauma on parenting, mental health, and creativity. Eda stresses the importance of self-awareness, breaking negative patterns, and seeking help when needed. Additional topics include navigating the challenges of parenting in a tech-driven world, maintaining a balance between responsibility and playfulness, and the importance of conscious consumption of technology for mental well-being.
Key Takeaways:
00:00 - Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
03:01 - The Power of Creativity in All Aspects of Life
06:47 - Healing Through Creativity and Breaking Intergenerational Trauma
09:17 - Self-Expression Through Creativity
12:45 - Creating Safe Spaces for Children’s Creativity
17:26 - Boundaries and Structure: Keys to Fostering Creativity
22:25 - Intergenerational Trauma and Parenting
29:17 - The Balance Between Responsibility and Playfulness in Parenting
40:25 - Navigating the Evolving Role of Technology in Parenting
44:25 - Embracing Chaos and Going with the Flow
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Key Takeaways:
- The transition of children starting school can give mothers the time they need to grow their businesses.
- Creativity is not just for artists—it’s a form of healing, expression, and personal growth for everyone.
- Boundaries and structure are essential for fostering creativity in children and adults.
- Intergenerational trauma can affect mental health and parenting, but with self-awareness and help, negative patterns can be broken.
- Finding a balance between responsibility and playfulness is vital for maintaining strong relationships with children.
- Conscious consumption of technology is essential for protecting mental health in today’s fast-paced, digital world.
- Going with the flow and embracing chaos in parenting can lead to peace and greater acceptance.
- "Creativity is a form of healing."
- "We are living in a mental health pandemic right now."
- "Intergenerational trauma impacts parenting, but self-awareness can break the cycle."
- "It’s okay to ask for help."
- "The neuroticism is passed on... the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree."
00:00 - Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship
03:01 - The Power of Creativity in All Aspects of Life
06:47 - Healing Through Creativity and Breaking Intergenerational Trauma
09:17 - Self-Expression Through Creativity
12:45 - Creating Safe Spaces for Children’s Creativity
17:26 - Boundaries and Structure: Keys to Fostering Creativity
22:25 - Intergenerational Trauma and Parenting
29:17 - The Balance Between Responsibility and Playfulness in Parenting
40:25 - Navigating the Evolving Role of Technology in Parenting
44:25 - Embracing Chaos and Going with the Flow
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