Episode 33: The Power of Creative Community & Why You Don't Have to Build Alone
In this episode, I share my journey from corporate job loss and creative isolation to discovering the transformative power of a creative community through a local co-working space. I explore why the myth of the solitary artist is actually harmful to working creatives and how an authentic community provides perspective, solutions, and accountability that you simply cannot achieve alone. As we approach 2026, I discuss the importance of both online communities and in-person connection, address the current "trust recession", and explain how a community can support you when you’re feeling lost or isolated.
🔑 In This Episode You’ll Learn:
Why the myth of the solitary creative artist works against the conditions that foster sustainable creative practice
How creative community provides specific advantages including perspective on your work, solutions to technical challenges, and normalized creative struggles
The "trust recession" in creative education and what to look for in authentic communities that prioritize relationship building over content delivery
Why the most robust creative communities embrace both online consistency and periodic in-person intensive experiences
How to find the right type of creative community for your current stage of creative development and business goals
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