Best Rebecca Hass Podcasts (2024)

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Coda: Reflections, Endings, and Beginnings 51:02

1+ y ago51:02

51:02

A very special episode to celebrate my 40th birthday, in which I am interviewed by my friend Lynn O’Brien about some exciting changes to my business and this podcast! We get reflective, and I share what’s in store for my new decade in my coaching and music work. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ 🎨🎤📓🌟JOIN US IN COMPASSIONATE CREATIVITY COWORKING CLUB! 🎨🎤📓🌟 A membership wi…

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My 2023 Word of the Year + Reflecting on 2022 19:46

1+ y ago19:46

19:46

I still love the practice of choosing a theme word for the year, to help guide new year intentions and goals. It can be a wonderful filter for what feels intuitively right to do and create, whether in place of or along with more structured planning and goal setting. In this episode I share about my intentions for my 2022 word PLAY, how it turned ou…

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[REPLAY] Feeding Your Creativity in the Winter Season 15:02

1+ y ago15:02

15:02

We don’t have to expect ourselves to constantly be actively producing creative work - creative projects have seasonal cycles, too. But even in the dormancy of winter (literal or metaphorical), you can still feed your creativity, and this phase is just as important as the others. In this episode I share many ways that you can consume, digest, and “f…

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[REPLAY] Embrace Doing Less During the Darker Season 18:11

2y ago18:11

18:11

For many of us, the winter (and holiday) season comes with lower energy but higher expectations, and the dissonance of that can be really challenging. In this episode I invite you to question your assumptions about how much you have to get done, how many priorities you need to have, and how you treat yourself around that. Listen in to learn some ta…

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Embracing Slowness Instead of Urgency 20:26

2y ago20:26

20:26

The idea of slowness can be hard to embrace when there are so many outside factors encouraging us to act more urgently, at odds with the creative process and your ability to connect with your own intuition and inner guidance. In this episode I explain why this happens, share some of my experiences and struggles with slowing down, and provide tips a…

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Self Improvement, Artistic Growth + Feeling You're Good Enough 22:29

2y ago22:29

22:29

As artists, we are constantly practicing and growing, whether we feel negatively or positively about it, or bouncing between both! It can be tricky to continually pursue personal and artistic growth while also believing that you are enough as you are. I share about my journey with self improvement, from reading all the self help books to trusting m…

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Why Should You Share Your Art? 19:05

2y ago19:05

19:05

Sharing your art can be nerve-wracking, but it can also be really fun! I talk about some common reasons you might hesitate to share, many great reasons to share, and provide encouragement to make it easier to do. If there's a creative project that you've been on the fence about sharing, I hope this episode gives you the courage to step up and do it…

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[REPLAY] How to Reframe Criticism and Rejection With Self-Compassion 19:22

2y ago19:22

19:22

It can be devastating to experience failures, rejection, and criticism in your creative career, but they don’t have to haunt you forever. I share my favorite practices and journaling prompts to compassionately reframe these difficulties into learning and growth experiences, so you can confidently move forward with your big dreamy creative goals! ✨✨…

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Why We Need Gentle Accountability 13:59

2y ago13:59

13:59

Accountability is a common struggle for artists trying to do the work that really matters, because often we have to work alone, and it is not always easy to be self directed or compassionate in our productivity. If you struggle with this, you’re definitely not alone, and it's okay to use the tools that you need to make things happen, even if from e…

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Approaching Creativity Like A Scientist 15:46

2y ago15:46

15:46

Having an experimental mindset in your creative process can be such a helpful tool for inspiring new ideas, supporting you when you get stuck, and persevering through perfectionism. Bringing curiosity to the process also makes it more fun! I share some reflection questions you can ask yourself and some different types of creative experiments to try…

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Megan Ihnen on Cultivating Creative Community 1:02:47

2y ago1:02:47

1:02:47

I had a delightful conversation with Megan Ihnen, a mezzo-soprano and “new music force of nature” who wears many hats as a performer, educator, coach/consultant for musicians, and also in arts admin. With these many roles, she is an amazing connector and natural community builder. Tune in to hear us chat about creative placemaking, authentic commun…

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How to Come Back to Yourself 23:59

2y ago23:59

23:59

When life gets extra busy, it can be hard to stay connected to yourself and your creativity, and to stay rooted in what’s really important to you. I share the practices, journal prompts, and schedule parameters that I’m experimenting with in this busier season, to make sure I’m fueling my energy and creativity in a self-compassionate way. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨…

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[REPLAY] 10 Reasons Why You Might Not Prioritize Your Creative Practice 19:40

2y ago19:40

19:40

There are so many reasons why you might not prioritize creativity, even when it’s really important to you. (Zero judgment here!) I share 10 common obstacles to putting your creative practice first, along with tips and prompts to overcome each one, in a way that works within your full, busy life - let’s embrace the small steps forward! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ 🎨🎤…

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[REPLAY] D'Ana Joi Spencer on Being A Multipassionate Creative Entrepreneur 53:30

2y ago53:30

53:30

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the pressure to “choose one thing” in your creative work, this episode is for you! I had a lovely chat with D'Ana Joi Spencer, a multi-passionate, educator, community builder, and content creator who believes having many passions is a gift, not a burden. She teaches creatives how to make friends with focus, overcom…

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[REPLAY] Working Through the Resistance to Finish Creative Projects 19:31

2y ago19:31

19:31

I answer a listener's question about why panic, stress, and self-hatred can crop up just as you’re right before the deadline trying to finish a creative project - a familiar scenario for many of us. I give my best tips for understanding why this happens (it’s not because there’s something wrong with you!) and how to work through it with self-compas…

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Creative Show + Tell 7/27! 1:44

2y ago1:44

1:44

I’m hosting another Creative Show + Tell on 7/27 (usually only part of the Compassionate Creativity Club Creator Lab membership), and you’re invited to join in for free! Come and share what you're working on, big or small! ⁣ Especially if it's small, if it’s not finished, if you're feeling like it's not worth sharing yet - that's exactly what I wan…

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[REPLAY] Magic Monday: My Most Important Ritual for Exploring Creativity 16:40

2y ago16:40

16:40

It can feel impossible to carve out time for creative rituals, gathering ideas, and big-picture thinking, when they’re important, but not urgent, and you have a million other things to accomplish. Following your curiosity and sense of wonder is not a waste of time! Listen in to hear about my most important habit that supports my creativity, how I f…

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[REPLAY] How to Be Creative Again 19:32

2y ago19:32

19:32

Have you ever taken a break from your creative practice and had a hard time getting back in the habit again? Whether you've taken a long or short break, if it's feeling tough to restart again, or to regain creative momentum, it’s not hopeless! In this episode you’ll learn some easy ways to get unstuck from the resistance and self-compassionately be…

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[REPLAY] Create A Fresh Start Anytime You Need It 16:05

2+ y ago16:05

16:05

If you’re tired of feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, and not moving forward with that creative project you've been planning on starting forever, this episode is for you. Often we wait for “just the right time” to start, which can actually defer the project further, but we can create that fresh start anytime we decide to! Listen in for some tips …

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Why Trust is Essential to the Creative Process 19:40

2+ y ago19:40

19:40

We often hear people talk about trusting the creative process, but leaning into trust can benefit us in so many interconnected ways besides just when we’re in active creation mode. In this episode I explore all of the ways where trust can benefit our creativity, help you feel like a whole person, and offer tips to help you cultivate trust in yourse…

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Overcoming Procrastination With Self Compassion 22:33

2+ y ago22:33

22:33

Procrastination can hold us back from doing the creative work we’re most passionate about, but it’s not just laziness or a time management problem. In this episode I talk about my history with procrastination, how I learned to be more self-compassionate when it happens, and share helpful tips to help you use self-compassion to overcome procrastinat…

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My Favorite Oracle + Tarot Decks for Connecting Creativity + Self Care 21:16

2+ y ago21:16

21:16

Oracle and tarot cards are great tools for connecting creativity, self care, and spirituality. They can serve as inspiration, insight into your own reactions, and journaling prompts, adding a magical layer to the creative process, whether you have a specific question about a project, a decision, or how to work with the energy of that day. I share h…

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Jenni Kowal on Self Care for Multipassionate Creatives + Embracing the Process 56:52

2+ y ago56:52

56:52

I was so excited to chat with Jenni Kowal, a multi passionate, visual artist and personal development coach specializing in self care and creative exploration. Founder of Anytime Creative, she offers a variety of life coaching services, including mindfulness support. Her flagship product is the Self Care Adventure Cards - an intuitive card deck tha…

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2 things: a mini-update! 7:20

2+ y ago7:20

7:20

I share about our new fuzzy family member 😻 and some new community offerings coming in May, as well as a change to the podcast. (Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere!) Look forward to an interview episode with my kindred spirit, self care-focused creative coach Jenni Kowal after my laptop comes back from the doctor!…

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Mini-sode: Being before doing (it's about the process!) 8:03

2+ y ago8:03

8:03

I share a reminder that came up for me recently in my creative process while composing, about slowing down and getting comfortable being in process, even without clarity in logistical details. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ SUPPORT I OFFER: ⭐ Compassionate Creativity Coworking Club (try your first session for free!) ⭐ I have openings for Creative Coaching in 2022: lea…

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8 Common Unrealistic Expectations for Artists to Leave Behind 21:51

2+ y ago21:51

21:51

Many artists tend to be really hard on themselves, and with that often comes setting unrealistic expectations for creativity and artistic success. Here are 8 common unrealistic expectations that you may be putting on yourself, along with an invitation to reframe and shift them with self compassion. Do you relate to any of these, or have others to s…

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Mini-sode: Supporters need support, too! 5:57

2+ y ago5:57

5:57

A friendly reminder and validation that everyone needs and is deserving of support, even those of us who do service-based work - we don’t have to be perfect! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ SUPPORT I OFFER: ⭐ Compassionate Creativity Coworking Club (try your first session for free!) ⭐ I have openings for Creative Coaching in 2022: learn more here! ⭐ Sign up for Creativ…

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Understand Your Creative Motivation Using the 4 Tendencies 26:18

2+ y ago26:18

26:18

The 4 Tendencies framework from Gretchen Rubin can be really helpful for understanding your creative motivation. I explore how each of the tendencies’ reactions to expectations (inner and outer) might impact how you approach creativity and share some tangible tips to help each tendency tap into creative motivation! What’s your tendency? How does it…

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Mini-sode: Working with your spring energy 7:10

2+ y ago7:10

7:10

Spring can be a much-awaited season, but the transition from winter into spring also can be a lot for our nervous systems to adjust to! I share a story about how this year’s transition has been for me, as well as some tips on grounding yourself if you’re feeling jittery, and noticing your own seasonal patterns. 🌺 🌱 🌺 🌱 🌺 🌱 🌺 🌱 🌺 🌱 🌺 📅 COMING UP: Bu…

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What Does Your Creative Practice Need? 17:35

2+ y ago17:35

17:35

What does it really mean to have a creative practice? In this episode I explore the word “practice” and the basic ingredients for a nourishing art practice. I also offer reflection prompts to help you figure out if your creative practice is working for you and how to tweak it if it’s not, so you can grow into the artist that you want to be! What pr…

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Mini-sode: Getting more done by working slowly 6:16

2+ y ago6:16

6:16

We don't always have to work quickly or have a lot of energy in order to get things done, even though that's not what toxic productivity culture wants us to think! I share some examples of compassionate productivity in action, for the times when you need to show up not feeling your best. ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ ⭐ Compassionate Creativity Coworking Club (try you…

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Creative Consistency: How Much Does It Matter? 23:17

2+ y ago23:17

23:17

Do you struggle with consistency in your creative practice? There are a lot of common (and rigid) assumptions about what consistency means, but it can be more flexible and self-compassionate. In this episode I talk about the benefits of creative consistency, how to know when it will help or harm, some reasons not to stay consistent, and share encou…

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Mini-sode: Grief and so much love 😻 8:30

2+ y ago8:30

8:30

I'm very sad to share that last Friday we had to say goodbye to my best orange friend and relaxation mentor, Rusty the cat. I share a couple of lessons that are helping me as I grieve, and that you might find helpful, too. RESOURCES MENTIONED: • Want to weigh in on what I should offer next? Take my short (5-minute!) community survey and let me know…

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Mini-sode: My Weekend Trip, Managing Expectations, and Rest as Creative Fuel 8:45

2+ y ago8:45

8:45

I share about my recent weekend trip, having realistic expectations for how breaks will feel when they finally happen, and how the (overdue) vacation time off affected me. If you're debating taking some time off and need some affirmation to do it, you'll find it here! RESOURCES MENTIONED: • Want to weigh in on what I should offer next? Take my shor…

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How Social Media Affects Your Creativity 20:44

2+ y ago20:44

20:44

As an artist, social media can be a real double-edged sword - it’s a great place to connect with others and share our work, but can also be a hugely distracting time and energy suck that takes us away from our creative practices. I talk about some of social media’s potential pitfalls and benefits to your creativity, and give you a few questions to …

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Mini-sode: My Magic Monday / You Can Restart Anytime 8:23

2+ y ago8:23

8:23

I share how it felt to return to one of my favorite creative rituals, Magic Monday (which I talked about more in E32), and how it affected me this week, along with some encouragement for restarting a nourishing habit or ritual that you've lost touch with. You're always allowed to restart however it feels right, and you may be surprised at good it f…

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Simple Reflection Practices to Support Your Creativity + Life 16:00

2+ y ago16:00

16:00

Reflection is an essential part of tapping into your creativity - slowing down is the only way to hear your own inner voice, and what you really desire. In the midst of your busy life, it’s easy not to make time for it, but your reflection practice can be as simple or complex as it needs to be! I share my practices for checking in with myself on a …

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Mini-sode: Following curiosity to soothe the nervous system 8:19

2+ y ago8:19

8:19

I share a real-life example of how I used curiosity and process-focused creativity to help soothe my nervous system this week, by taking a "sensory walk" around my neighborhood and improvising at the piano. Small actions may work better than we think. Solidarity to my fellow overactive-brained, anxious folks out there! 💖 I'm trying out this casual …

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My Word for 2022 + Planning the New Year Slowly 17:08

2+ y ago17:08

17:08

I love the practice of choosing a theme word for a year, as a way of setting new year intentions. It can be a wonderful filter for what feels aligned to do and create, whether in place of or along with planning goal setting. In this episode I share how my 2021 word turned out, the inspiration behind my new word for 2022, as well as some affirmation…

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[REPLAY] Feeding Your Creativity in the Winter Season 15:08

2+ y ago15:08

15:08

We don’t have to expect ourselves to constantly be actively producing creative work - creative projects have seasonal cycles, too. But even in the dormancy of winter (literal or metaphorical), you can still feed your creativity, and this phase is just as important as the others. In this episode I share many ways that you can consume, digest, and “f…

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[REPLAY] Finding Magic in Dark Times 15:51

2+ y ago15:51

15:51

In this episode I share where I’ve been finding magic lately, and how a daily walk could be very mundane, but is not...if you choose to make it more interesting. The simple practice of taking a “noticing walk” can fill you with wonder and could maybe even change the course of your day (or at least your morning). This is my invitation to you to foll…

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[REPLAY] Moving Forward Creatively in Low Power Mode 21:10

3y ago21:10

21:10

Whether your creative energy is depleted after a big event or you’ve been swimming in burnout for a while, this episode will help support you in moving forward at whatever pace feels sustainable, practicing compassionate productivity. Listen in to learn some quick and easy-to-implement ways to take some of the physical and mental load off while you…

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[REPLAY] Compassionate Productivity Tips to Help You Cope With Being Busier 22:19

3y ago22:19

22:19

It’s often challenging to practice compassionate productivity as you’re trying to prioritize your creative practice and other important things in your life, but it can be even harder when you’re transitioning into a busier schedule or lifestyle - we may be finding ourselves with the overwhelming schedule equivalent of loaded-up plates at a buffet! …

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[REPLAY] Embrace Doing Less During the Darker Season 18:17

3y ago18:17

18:17

For many of us, the winter (and holiday) season comes with lower energy but higher expectations, and the dissonance of that can be really challenging. In this episode I invite you to question your assumptions about how much you have to get done, how many priorities you need to have, and how you treat yourself around that. Listen in to learn some ta…

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Shulamit Ber Levtov on Curiosity, Self Compassion, and Shared Humanity as Tools for Mental Health 52:33

3y ago52:33

52:33

I had a wonderful chat with Shulamit Ber Levtov, the “Entrepreneur’s Therapist”, who has been working in the field of mental health and personal growth for more than 21 years, helping hundreds of people recover their resilience after experiencing stress and trauma. She has also been an entrepreneur for more than 27 years, and in 2017, founded an aw…

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How Boredom Helps Your Creativity + Productivity (Part 2) 24:15

3y ago24:15

24:15

I share more takeaways from the excellent book Bored And Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive And Creative Self, to help you make more mental space for boredom, which leads to creativity and more meaningful productivity! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ 🥳 Support Your Creative Focus Bundle 🥳 Figure out what to focus on in your creative work and act…

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How Boredom Helps Your Creativity + Productivity (Part 1) 23:31

3y ago23:31

23:31

I share my takeaways from the excellent book Bored And Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive And Creative Self, to help you make more mental space for boredom, which leads to creativity and meaningful productivity! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ 🥳 Support Your Creative Focus Bundle 🥳 Figure out what to focus on in your creative work and actually m…

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Minisode: Do you resist doing less? 9:36

3y ago9:36

9:36

Why do we resist doing less? I invite you to non-judgmentally look underneath the busyness and overwhelm to see why it might be rewarding in some ways, and detrimental in other ways, and to make space to notice your feelings, perhaps aided by your creative practice! I'm trying out this casual mini episode format on the weeks between regular episode…

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Working Through Resistance to Finishing Creative Projects 18:30

3y ago18:30

18:30

I answer a listener's question about why panic, stress, and self-hatred can crop up just as you’re right before the deadline trying to finish a creative project - a familiar scenario for many of us. I give my best tips for understanding why this happens (it’s not because there’s something wrong with you!) and how to work through it with self-compas…

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Minisode: Intentionally Clearing Mental Space 7:00

3y ago7:00

7:00

I share some ways that I'm helping my brain feel less overstimulated lately, as how I'm creating pockets of time where I'm not doing anything, which has been great in clearing space for creative thinking. I'm trying out this casual mini episode format on the weeks between regular episodes. Let me know what you think, I always welcome your feedback!…

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