Episode 19 - How Mindfulness Can Unlock Your Creative Flow
Why slowing down might be the secret to your most inspired work.
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Episode Overview
What if your greatest creative block isn’t lack of inspiration – but lack of presence?
In this episode of Big Dreams & Little Things, hosts Karina Kampe (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and Maria Wronski-Ellis (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming The Mindful Songwriter) explore how mindfulness can transform your creative process — from chaotic overthinking to calm, confident flow.
You’ll hear stories (yes, one includes George Lucas and Star Wars), science-backed insights, and gentle reminders that creativity isn’t just about doing more – it’s about being here more.
Topics Covered
- The surprising link between mindfulness and creativity
- How George Lucas used presence and intention to create entire worlds
- Why your brain literally changes when you practice mindfulness
- The hidden health benefits of slowing down
- A 5-minute “Tiny Experiment” that can instantly boost joy and focus
- How to cultivate calm even in chaotic creative seasons
Time Stamps
- 00:00 Hook Story
- 00:52 Welcome back to Big Dreams and Little Things.
- 00:55 Intro
- 01:38 Check in with hosts
- 03:05 Story section.
- 06:43 Host reflection on story
- 11:58. What is Mindfulness
- 15:01 Science Section
- 18:45 Tiny Experiment
- 20:04 Laughing meditation
- 21:08 October workshop
- 22:40 Wrap up
- 23:56 Upcoming Episode
- 24:53 Follow ECtA
- 25:12 Victory dance
References & further reading
- The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell (Lucas’s mythic muse)
- Ignite Online Course (Spring 2026) – Connect with creatives, learn accountability tools, and get guided support → Learn more here
- The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell (Lucas’s mythic muse)