Best AJ Merlin Podcasts (2024)

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Day 21 – You made it! 13:53

2y ago13:53

13:53

You made it to the last day! Yeahhhh! Thank you so much for showing up every day. I hope that you now understand better how you talk to yourself and what inspires you and motivates you! You know that self-compassion is the way forward so you can really embrace yourself and be the true artist you want to be, with no fears and no obstacles holding yo…

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Day 20 – Find your mantra 10:35

2y ago10:35

10:35

For today, I invite you to find a mantra that you can use to support your inner mentor. What mantra can support you with your creativity? Brainstorm for 5 minutes, and then pick up what works best for you right now. It can be one sentence, it can be a word. Not sure how to find the right mantra of affirmation for you? Listen to my podcast episode “…

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Day 19 – Support 11:28

2y ago11:28

11:28

Let’s continue to build some mindful tools and let’s talk about support. There is this idea that artists need to be alone and suffer. It’s completely wrong. How could a support group empower you? I have a membership called the FAM. We meet every week to chat about our week, support each other and make sure we keep going no matter what. If you’re in…

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Day 18 – Who inspires you 9:17

2y ago9:17

9:17

There's nothing wrong with loving yourself and just seeing how amazing you are. Let's give you more tools to discover your inner mentor. This is the opportunity to explore your creativity and yourself as an artist. Who lights you up and why? -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understa…

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Day 17 – Why you can never give up 8:28

2y ago8:28

8:28

I love the prompt today. I mean, I love all of them, but I think this one is really fun. This will help you when you had a bad day, arguments, or you made a mistake and you feel bad about it. -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you b…

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Day 16 – Self-compassion 8:41

2y ago8:41

8:41

Reframing starts when we realise how we talk to ourselves, and we realise how harsh we are, and how we would never say that to someone else. You need to be kind to yourself when you feel vulnerable, when you face an obstacle or when you hear criticism... So let’s continue today. How can self-compassion support you? -- Music: Purple Clouds from Mint…

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Day 15 - Heart-to-heart 10:34

2y ago10:34

10:34

Woohoo! Last week of this challenge! Well done! So now let’s reframe the little voice. I really like the prompt today. It’s a high impact exercise that will help you discover your inner mentor. You will need your notes from the previous days. Are you excited? 😊 You should be! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-d…

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Day 14 - What’s holding you back 7:45

2y ago7:45

7:45

Welcome back! We have one more day to get to know your inner critic before we move on to the last part of this challenge. Your inner critic will show up when you feel out of your comfort zone, when you doubt yourself, and/or when you feel vulnerable. Today, let's see how your inner critic is holding you back. Keep doing this amazing work! Keep show…

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Day 13 – Vulnerable 9:18

2y ago9:18

9:18

We’re exploring our inner critic this week and see where it comes from and why some things impact you. Although it’s always nice to receive compliments and positive feedback, you need to be your number one fan. You need that inner mentor in your head, so you have this really nice supportive voice encouraging you to be yourself and be bold. And that…

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Day 12 – People’s opinions 9:10

2y ago9:10

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We’re halfway through! What did you discover yesterday? Clarifying what you remember is the first reframing step, and that’s how you stop that thought/memory from holding you back. It’s a good one today: Why do we care about people’s opinions? Let's dive in! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling chal…

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Day 11 - Criticism 12:39

2y ago12:39

12:39

Everyone’s opinion is subjective, even if it’s someone that you really admire. One person, one opinion amongst many. And yet, criticism and rejection can have a huge impact! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you back, and how you c…

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Day 10 – Receiving compliments 9:25

2+ y ago9:25

9:25

Receiving compliments should be a positive thing, right? And yet, and yet… -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you back, and how you can reframe that little voice in your head. I'll post an episode every day, where you can journal at…

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Day 9 – What you heard during your childhood 9:48

2+ y ago9:48

9:48

Today’s prompt is a bit trickier. That’s why I waited a few days before asking you that question, but it’s so important. We’re going to think about your childhood because most of our limiting beliefs and most of that inner critic comes from your childhood. It’s normal if you feel emotional today, so be kind to yourself. And remember that clarifying…

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Day 8 – Your definition of success 8:02

2+ y ago8:02

8:02

Week 2! It’s not too late to start! I believe our inner critic is a projection of our definition of success. The guilt that you are not there yet triggers that little voice in your head. But are YOU happy with that definition of success? -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand w…

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Day 7 - If money or time was no object 8:30

2+ y ago8:30

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It's not too late! Join the 21-day journaling challenge to reframe your inner critic! This is the opportunity to understand yourself better and reframe your inner critic, so it’s not holding you back. At the end of the challenge, you will have a supportive inner mentor, so you can be your wonderful creative self. Join now! To finish the first week …

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Day 6 – Are you hapy with your creative time? 10:15

2+ y ago10:15

10:15

Today, I demo how I use my inner mentor to break down those fears on my YouTube channel and on my podcast. I think it’s worth listening to, and soon you will be able to do that too! For today, let’s explore where you’re at right now in your life with your creativity, your uniqueness, your fears, and your dreams! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWha…

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Day 5 - Fears 8:42

2+ y ago8:42

8:42

What are you scared of? I think our inner critic is scared. It wants to prevent us from being in the unknown, as you will be out of control, and you could get hurt. By understanding what scares you, you will be able to reassure your inner critic and reframe it. Join the challenge for extra support. Let's explore our fears together! -- Music: Purple…

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Day 4 – Introducing yourself 9:07

2+ y ago9:07

9:07

I hope you enjoyed writing your list yesterday. (It's not too late to join if you haven't started!) I hope you enjoyed that opportunity to embrace your uniqueness. Now onto day 4! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you back, and how…

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Day 3 - Unique 11:02

2+ y ago11:02

11:02

Today, I demo how my inner mentor kicked in while I was answering yesterday's prompt. And of course, it's time for... Day 3's prompt! Let’s do this! -- Music: Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you back, and how you can reframe that little vo…

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Day 2 – Your inner critic 8:55

2+ y ago8:55

8:55

Welcome back! How was your first day? If you didn’t have time to journal yesterday, it’s not too late. Check out the previous episode and start now! Now onto day 2! Journal for 5 min with me to get to know your inner critic! Uh oh. -- Music from Purple Clouds from MintWhale - Melodyloops -- Join my free 21-day journaling challenge to understand who…

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Day 1 – The challenge starts today! 7:58

2+ y ago7:58

7:58

Welcome to the 21-day journaling challenge to reframe your inner critic! It’s day 1, woohoo! This is the opportunity to understand yourself better and reframe your inner critic, so it’s not holding you back. Listen to this episode to find out what your journaling prompt is today and understand your creativity. Then journal for 5 min with me. I have…

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21-day journaling challenge - Reframe your inner critic! 10:05

2+ y ago10:05

10:05

Join my free 21-day journaling challenge from Monday 30 May 22 to understand who you are as a creative, what’s holding you back, and how you can reframe that little voice in your head. I'll post an episode every day, where you can journal at the same time as me and reframe that inner critic! Today, I'm sharing some journaling tips and explaining ho…

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Bonus episode: 5 quick questions to all my guests 14:41

3y ago14:41

14:41

Throughout the season, I asked all my guests the same 5 questions. I'm so happy to share theirs answers today with you! So if you're read to feel inspired and have a laugh, grab a drink, put your feet up, and enjoy a bit of creative mindset. Here are the 5 questions they answered: When you look in the mirror, what are the first thoughts that come t…

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How to Overcome Procrastination 9:33

3y ago9:33

9:33

Who procrastinates at the moment? Ironically, I kept postponing recording this episode. So why do we procrastinate? And how can you get out of that loop? In this episode, I share 3 tips that will help you overcome your procrastination, understand where you are at, and be kind to yourself - because there is no point being harsh on yourself! And if y…

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Interview with Fabrizio Gammardella: The creative process behind an animated short film 38:44

3+ y ago38:44

38:44

Today I talk to Fabrizio Gammardella, the writer, director and editor of "A Piglet's tale", an animated short film that's doing really well in festivals right now (12 awards so far!) Watch A Piglet's Tale trailer In this episode, we talk about: The genesis of the project: writing, pre-production, and why choosing animation 08:49 Fabrizio's career a…

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Morning boost: How to have an amazing day 4:20

3+ y ago4:20

4:20

Start the day feeling motivated, inspired, and ready to conquer the world! This guided meditation/motivational talk will give you the confident boost you need for your day. It's only 5 minutes, so you can listen to it quickly in the morning before heading off. At the end of this episode, you will confident, motivated, and relaxed. Check my coaching…

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Interview with The Female Film Club: How collaboration and peer support can enhance your creative career 22:53

3+ y ago22:53

22:53

Today I talk to Liza van der Smissen, actor and producer, and Nicole Lieberman, producer, and both founders of the Female Film Club, a membership for filmmakers that want to support each other, and look after their mindset. In this episode, they share: their experiences so far in the film industry, their tips about successful collaboration and team…

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Interview with Catrine Kirkman: Motherhood & Creative Career 37:07

3+ y ago37:07

37:07

Today I talk to Catrine Kirkman, a soprano and actress. We talked about her career in the opera and how she made it, how she juggles motherhood and her work, and she shares some tips about critics, auditions and stage fright. Warning: We giggle a lot in this episode, so be ready to smile and laugh with us. Episode Description How Catrine became a s…

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Visualisation: Reach the top - Let go of your negative thoughts and achieve your goal 23:40

3+ y ago23:40

23:40

Time to go for a walk and reach your goal. Your limited beliefs are holding you back. Come and take a walk in this guided meditation to clarify what you want to achieve, learn what is holding you back, and let it go. At the end of this visualisation, you will feel relaxed, confident, and lighter. Join me on a walk in a dense forest to release your …

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Interview with Shaida Kazemi: How to balance mindset and work on set 32:46

3+ y ago32:46

32:46

So happy to introduce my first interview! I talked to Shaida Kazemi, a talented and experienced script supervisor, working on films, and TV, and commercials. And she's a multi-skilled artist too! That's why I was really interested to talk to her about her career and see how she's juggling everything while being very busy on set. We talk about what …

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Trailer - Season 2 - Me-time for creatives 1:49

3+ y ago1:49

1:49

Welcome to Season 2! I'll keep sharing mindset tips and visualisations for all creatives out there. Thank you so much for your support, I couldn't do this podcast without you. This season, I'll introduce interviews. I sat down with some artists to talk about their creative career and mindset journey, and how it has an impact in their life. You don'…

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Visualisation: Release your stress and anxiety 22:01

3+ y ago22:01

22:01

Time to breathe. Join me on a quiet beach to release your negative energy and thoughts, release your stress, your anxiety, release this weight on your shoulders, and the tension in your body. This is an opportunity to be in the present moment and focus on your breath. Let go of the past and the future, and take a stroll on a quiet beach. Time for s…

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How to beat imposter syndrome 18:00

3+ y ago18:00

18:00

Who feels like an imposter sometimes? Or all the time? Does it hinder your motivation and confidence? In this episode, I share 3 mindset shifts that will help you beat your imposter syndrome, reframe your inner critic and give you confidence to fully express yourself in your creative career, without the fear of rejection or cristicism. If you like …

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Visualisation: Connect with your higher self 11:08

3+ y ago11:08

11:08

This guided meditation will help you connect with your true self, and see who you want to be in ten years time, it will show you what you want to achieve, and who you want to surround yourself with. You'll reconnect with your true desires, and get clearer on who you want to become, and how you want to feel. Spend the next ten minutes relaxing and f…

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Set mindful resolutions for your creative career 15:56

3+ y ago15:56

15:56

If 2020 has taught us one thing, it’s that we can’t predict what the year is going to be made of. You can’t control external events, but you can control your journey, your goals, and how you want to feel. How can you set resolutions for you and your creative career? Instead of setting quick resolutions that you'll forget after a month or so, this e…

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Visualisation: You're not alone 21:51

3+ y ago21:51

21:51

What a weird time to live in. Maybe you had to miss the usual celebrations this year, or see less people than usual. Maybe you felt lonely... This visualisation will remind you that you're not alone in this world, even if it feels like it sometimes. You'll feel more confident in the future, and at peace with your feelings. Time for some guided medi…

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How rejection can make you stronger 16:41

3+ y ago16:41

16:41

Ah, rejection! Even though it's part of the daily life of an artist, it still hurts. How do you react when you receive a "no", especially when you really wanted that job? In this episode, I'll share how artists usually feel about it and 5 tips with you: Don’t take it personally Why “no” doesn’t actually mean “no” Why your "why" matters How rejectio…

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How can self-care help your creative career? 18:19

3+ y ago18:19

18:19

How do you react when you receive a rejection email? What do you when you don't feel inspired? In this episode, I talk about self-care, mindset work, and positive thinking - what it is and how it can help you grow as an artist. I’ll share with you 3 activities you can do on a daily basis to look after yourself: visualisations, affirmations, and jou…

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Visualisation: Remember the artist you are with your inner child 11:02

3+ y ago11:02

11:02

Do you feel at lost with your creative career? Are you not sure what to do next, or do you think about giving up? Join your inner child in this visualisation and review what you've achieved so far, and gain inner guidance for your future goals. Don't forget to dowload my workbook if you want to create your own affimations for this month, get new jo…

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Visualisation when you feel overwhelmed 14:06

3+ y ago14:06

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Do you feel any tension in your body? Do you feel like something is holding you back? This visualisation will help you scan your body for any physicial and emotional tension, reconnect with your intentions, and leave you strong, relaxed and confident. Don't forget to dowload my workbook if you want to create your own affimations for this month, get…

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Trailer - Mindset work for creative people and artists 3:35

4y ago3:35

3:35

In this trailer, learn about: Who is this podcast for Who is AJ Merlin - for more information, head to her website What you can except How it is going to help you with your creative career Follow and subscribe so you don't miss the launch on Tuesday the 8th of December.By AJ Merlin

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