{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/672b895f5095c9add9ce7692/68fb24ee8e51ce90899380de?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Reflection Session for  Episode 19 - Mindfulness","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/672b895f5095c9add9ce7692/1761289433476-71b62d24-ad1f-4188-b21f-a79b51c25be9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>What if your greatest creative block isn’t lack of inspiration — but lack of <em>presence</em>?</p><p>In this episode of <strong>Big Dreams &amp; Little Things</strong>, hosts <strong>Karina Kampe</strong> (certified transformational coach, artist, creative entrepreneur, and songwriter) and <strong>Maria Wronski-Ellis</strong> (artist, songwriter, educator, and author of the upcoming <em>The Mindful Songwriter</em>) explore how <strong>mindfulness can transform your creative process</strong> — from chaotic overthinking to calm, confident flow.</p><p>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 <em>being here</em> more.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>Topics Covered</h3><ul><li>The surprising link between mindfulness and creativity</li><li>How George Lucas used presence and intention to create entire worlds</li><li>Why your brain literally changes when you practice mindfulness</li><li>The hidden health benefits of slowing down</li><li>A 5-minute “Tiny Experiment” that can instantly boost joy and focus</li><li>How to cultivate calm even in chaotic creative seasons</li><li>Maria's Upcoming book \"The Mndful Songwriter\"</li><li><br></li></ul><p><strong>DOWNLOAD THE ACCOUNTABILITY QUCK GUIDE: </strong> <a href=\"https://big-dreams-little-things.kit.com/quick-guide\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://big-dreams-little-things.kit.com/quick-guide</a></p><p><br></p><p>Website:<a href=\"https://www.ectahub.net/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> www.ectahub.net</a></p><p>Instagram:<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/Bigdreams.ecta\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @Bigdreams.ecta</a></p><p>Facebook:<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Bigdreams.ecta\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> @Bigdreams.ecta</a></p>","author_name":"Maria Wronski-Ellis, Karina Kampe"}