Episode Overview
This episode dives into the very real and often messy intersection ofmotherhood and creativity.
What happens to your creative identity when your life revolves around someone else’s nap schedule? How do you hold on to your spark when you can barely hold your eyelids open?
We’re unpacking it all: the struggle, the shape-shifting, and the unexpected beauty that comes when your muse shows up in a new outfit—baby food stains and all.
We’re joined in spirit by creative icons likeTori Amos,Reese Witherspoon, and Beyonces motherTina Knowles whose stories remind us that the artist and the mother aren’t separate beings—they just take turns leading the dance.
Oh, and we’ve got afree accountability guide you’re going to love (because let’s be real—you’re probably multitasking right now).
Topics Covered
- The myth of “creative disappearance” in motherhood
- How motherhood actually rewires the brain for creative problem-solving
- Tori Amos’ post-baby songwriting magic
- Micro-moments of creativity (yes, even while folding laundry)
- Creative identity after kids: reclaiming vs reshaping
- Real-life stories from the hosts’ journeys
- Famous creatives who blended art and motherhood
- Research on maternal creativity and artistic evolution
Books, Inspiration & Creative Wisdom
The Mindful Songwriter
(by Maria Wronski-Ellis – coming soon!)
Born out of a foggy, sleep-deprived season, this upcoming book is proof that something beautiful can emerge from creative chaos.
Not yet published. You can follow updates at www.ectahub.net or @bigdreams.ecta on Instagram.
The Maternal in Creative Work
A stunning collection of essays by artists and scholars exploring how motherhood becomes a catalyst for creative expression. Publisher page: Routledge,Free access via:LSBU Open Research
Inc. Magazine – “Motherhood Changes the Brain, and That’s a Good Thing”
An inspiring article on how motherhood can boost creativity and cognitive growth. Read here:Inc.com
Media, Culture & Society (2024) – “Combining Motherhood and Work in the Creative Industries”
A research article highlighting the lived experiences of Irish creatives navigating parenthood in the film and TV industry. Access the study: SAGE Journals
Institute for Family Studies – “The Creativity of Care: How Motherhood Fuels the Artist’s Heart
Explores the often-overlooked relationship between caregiving and artistic inspiration. Read article: Institute for Family Studies
Free Download: Ten minute Quick Guide to Accountability
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Stuck in a loop? Overthinking your next move? Call a friend and try this quick & powerful structure. All you need is 10 minutes and someone who listens without trying to fix you.