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Hey, Beautiful Creative!

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by Torie Nguyen

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Welcome to Hey, Beautiful Creative! A podcast featuring inspiration and business tips for artists, makers and creative entrepreneurs. Whether you are a full time artist, side hustler, or are thinking about sharing your creative work with the world, this show is for you! Host Torie Nguyen went to business school so you don’t have to. She has been creatively self-employed for over two decades and brings a unique perspective as a maker, retail store owner and craft market organizer. Join her each week for a mix of practical business and marketing info, artist interviews, and the motivation you need to take your dreams and make them your reality!

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November 20, 2025

Progress Over Perfection: How To Let Go of Perfectionism and Take Action as a Creative Entrepreneur

If you're an artist, maker, or creative business owner who struggles with overthinking, over-editing, or waiting until things feel “perfect,” this episode is for you. We’re talking about the sneaky ways perfectionism slows down creatives — and how to finally break the cycle so you can take confident, imperfect action. Inside the episode, you’ll learn: <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Why perfectionism shows up as “I’m not ready yet”</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">How over-planning and endless revising drain your momentum</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Why imperfect work builds confidence faster than perfect intentions</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Five practical strategies to help you take action now</li> </ul> Perfectionism feels responsible, but it’s really fear disguised as productivity. Your work deserves to be seen, and your audience doesn’t need perfect, they need YOU. This episode wraps up Season 1 of Hey, Beautiful Creative! I’ll be back in the new year refreshed, inspired, and ready for Season 2. In the meantime, grab free creative business resources at heybeautifulcreative.com/resources. <h2>Special Thanks</h2> Huge gratitude to Eric Gibbons — podcast editor, musician, and incredible artist. Find more of his work here: <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Sink Sandwich Records – <a href="https://sinksandwich.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">sinksandwich.com</a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Eric Gibbons Art on Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ericgibbonsart" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@ericgibbonsart</a></li> </ul>

November 13, 2025

Reigniting Your Creative Spark When Burnout Hits

Feeling creatively drained, uninspired, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode of Hey, Beautiful Creative!, Torie Nguyen shares heartfelt and practical ways to reignite your creative spark and rediscover the joy in your art — especially when burnout hits hard. Running a creative business isn’t just about making beautiful things. Between social media, marketing, bookkeeping, and customer service, it’s easy to lose touch with the part of you that simply loves to create. Whether you’re an artist, maker, or small business owner, this episode will help you refill your creative cup and reconnect with what inspires you most. 💫 In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to reconnect with your “why” — the reason you started creating in the first place - Practical ways to break out of your routine and reignite curiosity - The power of surrounding yourself with art and beauty to spark inspiration - Simple practices to rest, reset, and refuel your creativity - Why movement, mindfulness, and nature can help clear creative blockages If you’ve been feeling stuck, exhausted, or creatively empty, this episode is your permission slip to slow down, breathe, and rediscover what lights you up. Creativity isn’t gone, it just needs a little care and attention to rise again. 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. ✨ Grab more resources for creative entrepreneurs at heybeautifulcreative.com/resources

November 6, 2025

What’s the Point of Making Art When It Feels Like the World Is Ending?

When the world feels heavy, uncertain, or even hopeless, it can be hard to find the motivation to create. You might wonder, "What’s the point of making art when it feels like everything is falling apart?" In this episode of Hey, Beautiful Creative!, we’re talking about the deeper purpose of creativity, how art helps us heal, and why your creative voice matters, especially in dark times. Art as Healing and Resistance Art has always been a way humans process emotion and make sense of the world. Whether it’s painting, jewelry-making, music, or writing, creativity helps us regulate our nervous systems, release emotions, and find meaning through expression. Making art is self-care, therapy, and healing rolled into one. It’s how we stay grounded when everything feels overwhelming. Creation Is in Our DNA From the earliest cave paintings to intricately decorated pottery and symbolic jewelry, humans have always created. Art isn’t a luxury—it’s an innate part of being human. Even functional items from ancient cultures were often adorned with beauty and meaning, because storytelling and symbolism are how we connect to our humanity. Art as Protest and Power Throughout history, art has been a tool for social change. Protest art challenges injustice, questions authority, and inspires collective action. As Toni Morrison wrote: “In times of dread, artists must never remain silent. This is precisely the time when artists go to work.” Creating can be a radical act of hope. Even the decision to pursue creativity in a capitalist system that often undervalues it is a form of rebellion. By creating, you’re reclaiming your time, your joy, and your power. Art Builds Community and Spreads Light Your art can make others feel seen, understood, and less alone. It reminds people that beauty, joy, and hope still exist. Sharing your creative work is like lighting a torch in the dark. When you pass that light to others, it ripples outward, inspiring more connection, compassion, and courage. As Jane Goodall said: “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference.” So, keep making things. Keep creating. The world needs your light now more than ever. Mentioned in This Episode  <a href="https://blog.artsper.com/en/a-closer-look/art-movements-en/protest-art/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Article on Protest Art (Artsper)</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-with-money-get-better-with-tori-dunlap/id1564530722?i=1000719589230" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">We Can Do Hard Things Podcast episode with guest Tori Dunlap</a> <a href="https://www.cathyheller.com/blog/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Cathy Heller Podcast</a>

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What is Hey, Beautiful Creative!?: Welcome to Hey, Beautiful Creative! A podcast featuring inspiration and business tips for artists, makers and creative entrepreneurs. Whether you are a full time artist, side hustler, or are thinking about sharing your creative work with the world, this show is for you!

Host Torie Nguyen went to business school so you don’t have to. She has been creatively self-employed for over two decades and brings a unique perspective as a maker, retail store owner and craft market organizer. Join her each week for a mix of practical business and marketing info, artist interviews, and the motivation you need to take your dreams and make them your reality!
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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