Kim and Dan first started going on weekly walks as a way to catch up, and hold each other accountable in their creative lives. Those casual conversations soon became a co-regulating anchor in their week, and from those walks, 'Where Are We Heading?' was born. Now, the podcast is all about natural, walk-and-talk conversations rather than formal interviews, exploring how to live a creative life that values well-being. Our guests often come from the creative world, and we let the show evolve naturally as we walk and chat. It's really all about the journey
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Kim and Dan first started going on weekly walks as a way to catch up, and hold each other accountable in their creative lives. Those casual conversations soon became a co-regulating anchor in their week, and from those walks, 'Where Are We Heading?' was born. Now, the podcast is all about natural, walk-and-talk conversations rather than formal interviews, exploring how to live a creative life that values well-being. Our guests often come from the creative world, and we let the show evolve naturally as we walk and chat. It's really all about the journey
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July 1, 2026
ADHD, Anxiety & Caring Less | Where Are We Heading?
<p>Dan and Kim go for another honest walk-and-talk conversation covering ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, caring less, manifestation, and the fear of getting things wrong. From birthday freakouts to creative pressure and learning to let go, this episode explores what it means to navigate life creatively while trying not to burn out along the way.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Where Are We Heading?, Dan and Kim head out for another unfiltered walk-and-talk conversation exploring creativity, anxiety, ADHD, perfectionism, and the pressure of modern life.</p><p>The conversation starts with birthday reflections and quickly opens into a deeply honest discussion about living with ADHD, the fear of getting things wrong, and the emotional weight of overthinking. Kim shares her journey toward potentially starting ADHD medication after trying to manage things holistically through exercise, meditation, cold water swimming, supplements, and routines. Together, they unpack the anxiety paralysis, shame, perfectionism, and burnout that so many creative people quietly carry.</p><p>Along the way, they discuss:</p><ul><li><p>ADHD and fear of failure</p></li><li><p>Creativity and perfectionism</p></li><li><p>Burnout from over-giving</p></li><li><p>Why “caring less” can actually be healthy</p></li><li><p>Manifestation vs action</p></li><li><p>Social anxiety and masking</p></li><li><p>The pressure to perform creatively</p></li><li><p>Learning to let go of control</p></li><li><p>Building a creative life around wellbeing instead of burnout</p></li></ul><p>As always, the episode keeps the natural DIY spirit of Where Are We Heading? — a real conversation captured while walking outdoors in Margate, complete with distractions, dogs, passing strangers, and unfinished thoughts.</p><p>This podcast is for anyone trying to build a creative life while navigating mental health, uncertainty, growth, and self-discovery.</p><p>If this conversation resonates with you, let us know in the comments — hearing from listeners genuinely means a lot.</p><p>#ADHD #CreativeBurnout #MentalHealthPodcast #Creativity #Perfectionism #Overthinking #Anxiety #Wellbeing #SelfDevelopment #Podcast</p><p><br></p><p>The episode highlights how ADHD can show up as anxiety, paralysis, perfectionism, fear of failure, and difficulty processing instructions.</p><p>Dan and Kim explore how fear of getting things wrong can lead to overworking, over-giving, and burnout.</p><p>The conversation repeatedly returns to the idea that creative success shouldn’t come at the expense of mental health.</p><p>A core insight from the episode is learning to loosen perfectionism and stop over-controlling outcomes without becoming apathetic.</p><p>Rather than magical thinking, the discussion frames manifestation as aligning actions, priorities, and behaviour with the life you actually want.</p><p>One of the strongest moments is hearing that listeners related to previous ADHD conversations - reinforcing how vulnerability builds community.</p><p>“Sometimes the energy of putting stuff off is more than it would be just to do the task.”</p><p>“Done has to be better than perfect.”</p><p>“If someone followed me around for a week, would they know what my goals are?”</p><p>“We’re not in control of what happens to us - we’re in control of how we respond.”</p><p>“I think a lot of people with ADHD have been shamed.”</p><p>“Trying to care less has become essential because I was always giving too much.”</p><p>“Half an hour is better than nothing.”</p><p>“You don’t fully let yourself try if you care too much about failing.”</p><p><br></p><p>join the journey <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmJMcm04bFhVX2JWR2hWN3VQMTdRZHUxY0p4Z3xBQ3Jtc0tseUhGR2xTeEYxcmJtblpFaUhHd3RoeGJwYllET1JVcldZaFNURmJwdDdmbTBFY01qc01sS0R0ZXVJSHktbFhWY3BoZW1PcDItbmJaTENROEwzUWpTR2dDOFNCQ1gxU0xINm1RRGcwaDY1b2dSY0hxaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fwhereareweheadingpod&v=PZB303a4GSU" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/whereareweheadingpod</a></p><p>one-to-one coaching <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thomaswood.alreadyyou/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@thomaswood.alreadyyou</a></p><p>Prioritise This <a href="https://www.lilysilverton.com/prioritise-this" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.lilysilverton.com/prioritise-this</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
March 30, 2026
Raji Rags on Balancing Creativity, Parenthood & Money, and Exploring ADHD
<p>A walk-and-talk conversation on ADHD, creativity, and the reality of balancing work, parenthood and identity. We explore time blindness, burnout, being present, and what it really means to build a creative life without losing yourself along the way.</p><p><br /></p><p>On this episode of Where Are We Heading?, Dan and Kim walk through Hilly Fields with DJ, producer and cultural tastemaker Raji Rags to explore what it really means to live a creative life in the real world.</p><p>This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about ADHD, time blindness, and the tension between ambition and wellbeing. From juggling multiple creative projects to navigating parenthood, Raj shares how he’s learning to be more present—both in his work and with his son.</p><p>They dive into:</p><ul><li><p>The hidden challenges of ADHD in creative industries</p></li><li><p>Why “being busy” can mask deeper burnout</p></li><li><p>The struggle between providing and being present as a parent</p></li><li><p>How identity shifts when you become a parent</p></li><li><p>Why creativity needs structure (even if you resist it)</p></li><li><p>The importance of community, music, and human connection</p></li></ul><p>There’s no perfect answer here, just three people figuring it out in real time.</p><p>🎧 If you’re navigating creativity, mental health, or trying to balance ambition with life, this one’s for you.</p><ol><li><p><strong>ADHD & Creative Life</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>Time blindness, hyperfocus, and overwhelm</p></li><li><p>Diagnosis as validation—not just treatment</p></li><li><p>Learning to ask for support and structure</p></li></ul><ol><li><p><strong>Presence vs Productivity</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>Being physically present ≠ being mentally present</p></li><li><p>Full attention transforms stress into enjoyment</p></li><li><p>“When you’re present, it’s the most calming thing”</p></li></ul><ol><li><p><strong>Parenthood & Identity</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>No perfect balance between work and family</p></li><li><p>“Happy parent = happy child” dynamic</p></li><li><p>Avoiding resentment by staying connected to self</p></li></ul><ol><li><p><strong>Creative Energy & Burnout</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>Some people are energised by chaos and community</p></li><li><p>Others need recovery and stillness</p></li><li><p>Energy changes across life stages</p></li></ul><ol><li><p><strong>Friendship & Adulthood</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>Presence matters more than constant contact</p></li><li><p>Adult friendships shift but don’t weaken</p></li></ul><ol><li><p><strong>Structure vs Inspiration</strong></p></li></ol><ul><li><p>“Inspiration needs to find you working”</p></li><li><p>Creativity benefits from discipline (even if it feels unnatural)</p></li></ul><p>🔑 Key Takeaways / Themes</p><p><br /></p><p>join the journey https://linktr.ee/whereareweheadingpod</p><p>https://rajirags.com/contact</p><p>https://rajirags.com/congratulations</p><p><br /></p>
February 25, 2026
Dating Your Creativity, the olympics and AI episode
<p>This week on Where Are We Heading?, we explore what it really means to train your creativity. Inspired by an Olympic comeback story, we talk about rest as discipline, learning your craft instead of outsourcing it, and whether AI is helping or slowly replacing human creativity. A walk-and-talk about resilience, burnout, artistry and the future of work.</p><p>Can creativity be trained like an Olympic sport?</p><p>On this week’s walk-and-talk, Kim shares the story of Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu and how stepping away — and returning on her own terms — changed everything. That sparks a bigger conversation about discipline, rest, and whether creativity should be treated as play, practice, or performance.</p><p>From “dating your creativity” to resisting the temptation to outsource skill-building to AI, this episode explores what it means to truly develop your craft in a world that rewards speed over depth.</p><p>We also dive into:</p><ul><li><p>AI replacing creative work</p></li><li><p>Human connection vs holograms</p></li><li><p>Job interviews run by algorithms</p></li><li><p>Ownership of voice and identity</p></li><li><p>Whether technology is serving humanity — or replacing it</p></li></ul><p>This episode is raw, reflective, and very much unfolding in real time — just like the path we’re walking.</p><p><br>📍 Recorded outdoors, in motion, as always</p><p><br></p><p>🔑 KEY THEMES / TAKEAWAYS</p><ul><li><p>Rest is not weakness — it’s strategic.</p></li><li><p>Creativity needs structure, but not punishment.</p></li><li><p>“Dating your creativity” vs forcing productivity.</p></li><li><p>Learning your craft matters more than speed.</p></li><li><p>AI is a tool — but craft builds depth.</p></li><li><p>Human imperfection creates connection.</p></li><li><p>Work, purpose and identity are deeply linked.</p></li><li><p>Tech is accelerating faster than regulation.</p></li><li><p>Community matters more than automation.</p></li></ul><p>#creativitypodcast #AIandcreativity #wellbeingforcreatives #futureofwork #ADHDcreativity</p><p>https://linktr.ee/whereareweheadingpod</p><p>Get Wild https://www.instagram.com/get_wild1/</p><p>Alysa Liu https://youtu.be/AdUCcU8P24s?si=g0oSG5dCdjqEE7Rz</p><p>Sam Altman https://www.reddit.com/r/IndiaTech/comments/1rbdmcu/sam_altman_people_talk_about_how_much_energy_it/</p>
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