Welcome to Behind the Creative Curtain, a podcast hosted by Renee Garcia. On the show, I invite guests to pull back the curtain through honest conversations as we explore their passions and professions.
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In this episode, Renee Garcia and Renée Fidz share an honest conversation about life transitions, identity, and the journey of self-discovery. They explore the impact of personal loss, the search for purpose through the concept of Ikigai, and the desire for a slower way of life. The discussion also touches on the importance of spending time in nature, the challenges of modern life, and the magic of manifestation.
Fidz shares her plan to create the ‘Do Nothing Club’ as a way to reconnect with presence and simplicity, highlighting the healing power of doing nothing in a world that seems to demand constant productivity.
Scenes
03:23 Life Changes and Career Transition
09:05 The Concept of Ikigai
11:55 Shifting Career Paths and Generational Differences
14:44 The Impact of Stress and Modern Life
17:41 Desire for Slowness and Simplicity
20:27 Navigating Dreams and Manifestation
31:42 Personal Growth Through Distance
37:45 Positivity and High Vibration
39:53 Nature as a Source of Inspiration
44:38 Embracing Uncertainty and Letting Go
Guest & Host Information:
Guest, Renée Fidz (https://substack.com/profile/564951-renee-fidz)
Host, Renee Garcia (https://substack.com/profile/74986876-renee-garcia), CEO and Creative Director of Renee Lynn Creative (https://www.reneelynncreative.com/)
Connect with Renée Fidz:
On Substack (https://ofthehearth.substack.com/)
Connect with your Host, Renee Garcia:
Visit her website: https://www.reneelynncreative.com/ (https://www.reneelynncreative.com/)
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-lynn-garcia/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-lynn-garcia/)
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29 Jan 2026
11: The Power of Authentic Storytelling in Business
Summary
In this thoughtful conversation, Randy Smith, founder of Oathic (https://oathic.com/), shares insights on the importance of storytelling in branding, misconceptions surrounding brand strategy, and the transformative power of rebranding. He emphasizes the need for presence and mindfulness in entrepreneurship, illustrating his points with personal anecdotes and client success stories. The discussion highlights the importance of mindfulness in business, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique narratives and find balance in our digital world.
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5 Dec 2025
10: The Evolving Journey of Behind the Creative Curtain
In the latest episode of the Behind the Creative Curtain podcast, host Renee Garcia (https://substack.com/profile/74986876-renee-garcia) opens up about the challenges and transformations going on behind the scenes for the show. With a heartfelt message, she shares her journey of navigating creative endeavors while also providing insights into the world of creativity and self-worth. Join her to explore the essence of this podcast and the importance of celebrating the creative community.
About your host
Renee Garcia runs a brand design studio rooted in Portland, OR called Renee Lynn Creative (https://www.reneelynncreative.com/). Through the studio, she crafts memorable brands for people devoted to planting positive change. She loves spending time outside and connecting with people in the community.
Connect with Renee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-lynn-garcia/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-lynn-garcia/)
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View samples of my branding work on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/reneelynncreative/ (https://www.pinterest.com/reneelynncreative/)
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rlcroots.substack.com (https://rlcroots.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)
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