Creativity and creating is not only “for the talented” as society and our upbringing might have led us to believe. Creativity is a language in itself, a means for expression, exploration, meditation, and healing. Join Aileen as she and James discuss his journey to discover his own unique magic to turn imagination to reality, and how creativity is an extraordinary medium for communication and healing. James McCrae is a creative strategist and the founder of the Sunflower Club, a global community dedicated to creativity as a tool for personal healing and social transformation. His books include Sh#t Your Ego Says and How to Laugh in Ironic Amusement During Your Existential Crisis. James lives in Austin, Texas. TIMESTAMPS: 2:54 About my creative and spiritual journey 6:07 Writing the first book 13:12 Creating what’s authentic to me 19:58 How my process came about 28:00 The importance just showing up 31:26 The act of creation is like jazz music 35:15 I was trying too hard to be perfect 38:40 The ways I meditate 44:11 breath of fire 45:55 One of the biggest shifts in my life 47:58 Creativity is a human necessity FIND JAMES ONLINE: Website | https://jamesmccrae.com/meet-james  Podcast | Sunflower Club Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/wordsarevibrations/ The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 235 SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube LAVENDAIRE: YouTube Instagram