Letting Go for Your Ideal Working Life: A Conversation with Artist and Disability Advocate, Casey Gray

Aligned and Thriving Podcast | Strategies for Work Life Balance

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In this episode, our host, Judith Bowtell, a former burnt-out executive turned creative career and leadership development coach, is joined by Casey Gray, an artist, an agent for change in her community and author with a focus on disability advocacy and inclusion in the arts. The speakers met through a program called Front and Center, which supports women with disabilities in pursuing their ideal working lives. Throughout the episode, they discuss the importance of letting go to create space for an ideal working life, work-life balance, and the impact of values on career choices.

Podcast Episode Summary:

• The significance of creating space for an ideal working life.
• Casey's journey from disability advocacy to embracing her creative side and pioneering Easy Read literature for adults with disabilities
• The impact of values on career decisions
• Productivity hacks, such as the Pomodoro technique and overcoming resistance to tasks
• The role of programs like Front and Center in supporting individuals with disabilities to pursue their ideal working lives
• The importance of work-life balance and managing anxiety-provoking situations
• The transition from traditional employment to a more creative and flexible working environment
• The impact of the Front and Center leadership program on identifying and pursuing a career as an Easy Read content specialist
• The development of creative writing workshops and an accessible book club for adults with intellectual disabilities or difficulties in reading and writing

Casey’s Valentine’s Day event: Love tales: An accessible story sharing workshop for Valentine's Day
Casey Gray website: www.byed.com.au

Front & Centre Program: https://www.albanylane.com.au/front-centre

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Chapters

1. Letting Go for Your Ideal Working Life: A Conversation with Artist and Disability Advocate, Casey Gray (00:00:00)

2. Introduction of guest Casey Gray, an artist, an agent for change and her work in disability policy and advocacy. (00:01:05)

3. Casey's recent efforts to improve work-life balance, including productivity hacks. Use of the Pomodoro technique and setting timers to enhance productivity. (00:03:35)

4. Learning about traditional career paths and the impact on Casey's journey. (00:06:12)

5. Reflecting on the challenges of working in disability advocacy. (00:09:04)

6. The impact of the Front and Centre program on Casey's life and goals. (00:13:58)

7. Overcoming resistance and challenges in organising inclusive events. (00:17:12)

8. Managing anxiety and setting limits to avoid overwhelm. (00:23:33)

9. Learning to say no and asking how activities align with overall goals. (00:25:35)

10. The boat analogy and sailing towards career goals. (00:26:13)

11. Details for the Valentine's Day event and where to find more information. (00:28:02)