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Daily Creative Habit

Feeling stuck in your creative process or overwhelmed by the pressures of running a business? You’re not alone. Many creative entrepreneurs struggle with turning their passion into consistent, enjoyable action. I help people like you transform your approach to creativity by making it fun, actionable, and an essential part of everyday life. Whether you’re juggling multiple projects, managing a business, or simply looking to reignite your creative spark, the key is to integrate creativity into your daily routine in a way that doesn’t feel like a chore—but like play.Ready to unlock a more fulfilling, vibrant creative journey? Discover your unique Creative Archetype with our bonus quiz. Let’s make fun and creativity not just a habit, but a way of life!

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What They Don’t Tell You About Selling Art

What Do You Do When the Art Market is Slow? You make more art, of course. Hey Reader The other day, I found myself in a room (that I may or may not have snuck into) and decided to play with some iPhone photography settings—because why not? Creativity doesn’t wait for perfect conditions, and neither should we. What you don’t see at an art market? The hours of prep, the set-up, the awkward conversations (or long stretches of none), the customer interactions, the tear-down, the load-out, and...

A Story About Logs, Waterfalls, and Creativity Hey Reader Have you ever felt stuck? Like you’re sitting in the middle of constant motion—ideas swirling, opportunities flowing—and yet, you can’t seem to move forward? I’ve been there. In fact, I was there not too long ago. And while I sat by a waterfall at a local NJ coffee shop—a spot where I used to go to think—it all came flooding back. You see, I once noticed a log lodged at the top of that very waterfall. It was surrounded by a powerful,...

Let's go! Hey Reader The New Year is upon us —a fresh canvas ready for you to make your mark! This year, let’s skip the fleeting resolutions and commit to something more meaningful: creative action. Whether you’re picking up a brush, pen, or camera—or just want to reignite your creative spark—this is your moment. Make the plan now to head into 2025 with creative success. I’m thrilled to announce that the 15-Day Creative Challenge is back and now FREE and kicks off on January 15th! Here’s why...

It's beneath me. Hey Reader I was thinking about something that feels pretty common these days—a “beneath me” problem. It seems like so many of us want to jump straight into being an expert, to skip the steps where we’re still figuring things out, where we’re building the foundation. And I get it—we live in a culture that tells us to know our worth, to make sure we don’t undervalue ourselves. But somewhere along the way, that can turn into posturing. No one wants to be seen as paying their...

It's Black "Friday" Time. Hey Reader You know me—I’m all about helping you create, stay inspired, and keep showing up for your creativity. Today, though, I’m taking a little detour. I want to share something of my own with you. Because I'm not just a communicator and creative coach, I'm also a creator. Over the years, I’ve poured my heart into creating vibrant art, meaningful books, and tools to inspire others like you. And as someone who’s been part of this Daily Creative Habit community,...

Mike Brennan Daily Creative Habit

The Surprising Truth About Creativity and Self-Care Hey Reader I’ve been thinking about how many of us struggle with our relationship to creativity. (It's time to get back on the horse.) We want to create. We know how much joy it brings us. We may have loved drawing, writing, painting, or making music in the past, and we say we value it as part of our lives. But how often do we actually make time for it? I’m guessing not nearly as often as we’d like (especially from the conversations I’ve...

Copy that. Hey Reader Ever find yourself scrolling through social media and thinking, Wow, that creative entrepreneur is absolutely crushing it! Why can’t I be more like them? You’re not alone—it’s all too easy to fall into the comparison trap. But here’s the thing: you might be looking at someone else’s polished public image and missing the messy, unseen realities of their journey. Maybe they have a partner who pays the bills, an inheritance, or some secret industry connections that they...

Imagine if... Hey Reader How would you feel if someone asked about that creative project you've been working on for weeks… months… or even years? (gulp) Now, picture this: You're proudly sharing that painting, video, song, or book with that person. The confidence surges as you realize – you actually did it. The project is no longer just an idea, it's complete. You can feel the creative momentum pulling you forward, carrying you on to the next project, and the one after that. What if you could...

Yoda: I Sense Much Fear in You

Here’s How to Steer Your Creative Journey Hey Reader Fear is a lousy compass. I recently did a BIG move. Yep, from NJ to Nashville, TN. I spent some time journaling and reflecting recently, and I couldn’t help but think about all the interactions I’ve had with people during my move. I’m incredibly grateful for the support and well-wishes as I embark on this new chapter. As creators, we have the power to create—and sometimes, to recreate. Even a finger dipped in ashes can become a tool to...

Mike Brennan Daily Creative Habit

Recreation Hey Reader For the past several years, I’ve used my birthday (October 2nd) to launch things. Things like books, services, communities, and my podcast, Creative Chats. I like to use my birthday as a way to give back. To create projects in service to others like you. But this year is different. I realized a couple of weeks ago that my focus has been on my move from New Jersey to Nashville. I’ve lived amid boxes and… mess for months, which made it hard to see much beyond that state....